
Southern Plains Grasslands Summit
Wed, May 27
|Salt Fork Event Center, Alva, Oklahoma
From grazing strategies to wildlife diversity, the Southern Plains Grasslands Summit (May 27 to 29) offers focused sessions and field experiences for anyone working to sustain our prairie landscapes.


Time & Location
May 27, 2026, 8:00 AM – May 29, 2026, 5:00 PM
Salt Fork Event Center, Alva, Oklahoma, 27251 County Rd 460, Alva, OK 73717, USA
About the event
The Southern Plains Grasslands Summit brings together a diverse network of ranchers, wildlife experts, land managers, and researchers to tackle the challenges and opportunities facing our working landscapes. This year’s summit will feature three tracks: Ranching, Biodiversity, and Conservation Resources Management, along with ranch and refuge tours, a vendor showcase, and a community social mixer. It’s a must-attend for those passionate about the health and future of grasslands in the Southern Plains.
Submit a presentation by April 24, 2026
For sponsorships, booth spaces, and more information, contact Kay Decker at KLDecker@nwosu.edu or 580-327-7649


