CONTACT: Jodi Legge, 608-356-9462 ext. 120Eric Snyder, 608-355-0279 ext. 390 Event Hosted by International Crane Foundation and Aldo Leopold Foundation Baraboo, Wis. – Sept. 26, 2023 – Registration is now open… Continue reading Great Midwest Crane Fest Soars Toward Its Second Spectacular Year
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In the News – August 2023
Monthly summary of media stories highlighting our global programs. Whooping Crane chick dies at Horicon National Wildlife Refuge, Baraboo News Republic At least 11 Crested Cranes poisoned to death in… Continue reading In the News – August 2023
The Call of the Crane
The next time you visit our site in Baraboo, Wisconsin, be sure to look for the beautiful new sculpture, “The Call of the Crane,” by designer and lead artist Melanie… Continue reading The Call of the Crane
Wood Buffalo Wildfires and Whooping Cranes Update
According to the most recent estimates from Environment and Climate Change, Canada, this year’s wildfires in the Northwest Territories of Canada have impacted nearly 3 million hectares – an area… Continue reading Wood Buffalo Wildfires and Whooping Cranes Update
Innovative Partnership Serves Communities, Supports Wetlands, Saves Cranes
CONTACT: David Johnson, Chief Executive, Margaret Pyke Trust, +44 (0)7481411117Dr. Adalbert Aine-omucunguzi, East Africa Regional Manager, International Crane Foundation, +256 772 890535Kerryn Morrison, Vice President International: Director of Africa, International Crane… Continue reading Innovative Partnership Serves Communities, Supports Wetlands, Saves Cranes
International Crane Foundation Marks 50 Years of Conservation on Sept. 16
CONTACT: Allyson Bass, 608-356-9462, ext. 102 Member Event and Evening Celebration Sept. 16th Baraboo, WI – The International Crane Foundation will mark 50 years of crane conservation with a special… Continue reading International Crane Foundation Marks 50 Years of Conservation on Sept. 16
Protecting Wattled Crane Nests in South Africa
The Wattled Crane breeding season in eastern South Africa overlaps with prescribed burns during the winter fire season. Due to the timing of this natural fire season, one of the… Continue reading Protecting Wattled Crane Nests in South Africa
Loss of Whooping Crane Chick at Horicon National Wildlife Refuge
Update: We have received W2-23’s necropsy results from the National Wildlife Health Center in Madison, Wisconsin. The analysis showed that the young crane was compromised from a systemic parasite disease… Continue reading Loss of Whooping Crane Chick at Horicon National Wildlife Refuge
Field Notes from the President – A New Safe Haven
Saving Tram Chim Ancient. Elegant. Endangered. Cranes inspire us to work for a better world. Reflecting on our golden anniversary, I am drawn to the amazing places where cranes have… Continue reading Field Notes from the President – A New Safe Haven
Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – August 2023
Below is the most recent update for the Eastern Migratory Population of Whooping Cranes. During July, we were busy monitoring chicks, some of which are close to fledging! A huge thank… Continue reading Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – August 2023