Over two days, I drove 1000 miles to Medicine Park, Oklahoma. This small town neighbors one of the most incredible wildlife refuges — Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. This is where I found big game, beautiful structures and stunning landscapes, all waiting to be captured.

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