*note – Simon Group was invited but did not respond to the invitation.

Wilderness group opposes proposed outlet mall near Turkey Mountain

A local wilderness coalition said Tuesday that it cannot support the proposed development of an outlet mall near the Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness area, in part because the developer has been unable to fully address the organization’s concerns about the project’s impact on the area.

Float Protests Turkey Mountain Mall

“You know, any weekend you go to Turkey Mountain the parking lot’s just overflowing with people who want the quick outdoor experience and it would be just so sad to lose any part of that,” he said.

Tulsa Mardi Gras Parade Float Protests Turkey Mountain Mall

His 6-year-old daughter is his hiking buddy. She has a hand written message for the outlet folks.

She wrote them a note at school: “Dear Simon Malls: I would not like it if you destroy turkey mountain, signed Sadie.”

Dad’s afraid it will jeopardize the wildlife, cause increased traffic and otherwise ruin the Turkey Mountain experience.