Prairie Point Nature Store

The Nature Store is open when the Visitor’s Center is open. Current hours are 9:00 - 4:00 Thurs-Sat

The Prairie Point Nature Store located in the Visitor Center, is managed and staffed by the Friends organization. All proceeds from The Prairie Point Nature Store support the many vital projects and events at the refuge.

Visit often to see the wide variety of books – many titles often not seen in larger bookstores.

  • Books for adults and children

  • Fiction and non-fiction

  • Books by Iowa authors

  • Books on plants, animals, and insects, prairie restoration, pollinators, bird watching, field guides, children’s activities and many more

Gifts

  • Educational toys

  • Apparel

  • Art

Federal Duck Stamp

The Federal Duck Stamp and Junior Duck Stamps are for sale each year.

Other items

  • Opticron binoculars

  • Hiking sticks from Whistle Creek

  • Pottery made by Iowa artist, Connie Braunschweig

  • Penny Press machine featuring four different designs.

  • Sparky the Bison t-shirts with a fun graphic designed by Ray Gun

  • Pathfinders Wildlife Pendants by Touchstone Pottery

  • Stoneware mugs and other items handmade by Sunset Hill Stoneware

  • Enameled pin & hiking stick medallion, coordinating magnet and decals from Eagle River Designs