The Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge’s annual Festival of the Cranes in Decatur, Alabama, is January 9 to 11, 2026! Stop by our exhibit to learn about our Whooping Crane conservation programs and don’t miss our staff presenters: President and CEO Dr. Rich Beilfuss, Vice President of North America Programs Dr. Andy Caven, and Director of Eastern Flyway Programs Anne Lacy.
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The International Crane Foundation is a leader in the conservation of cranes. We don’t work alone, however, and we owe much of our success to the wonderful volunteers who help us accomplish our mission.
We believe people and cranes—and other wildlife—can coexist peacefully on urban, suburban and rural landscapes. As with many neighbors, coexisting peacefully might require some patience and creativity.
Due to the immediate threat of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), the International Crane Foundation recommends using extreme caution around sick or deceased wildlife, especially birds and cranes.
