
A Message from Our President and CEO
For more than 50 years, the International Crane Foundation has been a committed conservation leader and beacon of hope for cranes and the lands they share with people and other wildlife.

In the News – February 2025
Monthly summary of top media stories highlighting our global programs.

Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – February 2025
During January, most of the Whooping Cranes in the Eastern Migratory Population stayed on their typical wintering grounds.

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers proposes $3.75 million in funding for Wisconsin’s farmers to prevent crop damage by cranes
This morning, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers announced proposed budget investments of more than $80 million to support Wisconsin’s farmers, producers, and agricultural industries. As part of this 2025-27 Executive Budget proposal, the Governor included more than $3.7 million to reimburse corn farmers up to 50 percent of the total cost of purchasing seed treatment that discourages birds, especially Sandhill Cranes, from eating their seed.

Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – January 2025
Below is the most recent update for the Eastern Migratory Population of Whooping Cranes. During December, the 2024 cohort appears to be doing well!

Art Contest Open: Submit Your Whooping Crane Artwork to Win
Calling all artists young and old to submit their artwork for a chance to be featured on our new Whooping Crane outreach trailer.

Get A Cranes of Wisconsin License Plate for the Whole Flock
The International Crane Foundation will receive a $25 donation for each registered new plate and every time you renew your license plate in the future. By doing so, you can show your support for cranes and give an easy recurring gift to support our work with Sandhill and Whooping Cranes in Wisconsin.

International Crane Foundation earns accreditation from Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Calgary, Alberta – September 26, 2024 – The International Crane Foundation is pleased to announce it has again earned accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the accrediting body for the top zoos and aquariums in the United States and 12 other countries.

One week remaining for early bird registration to the Great Midwest Crane Fest
Contact: Ryan Michalesko, International Crane Foundation Communications & Advocacy Specialist, 608-356-9462 ext. 113 Andy Radtke, Aldo Leopold Foundation Marketing & Communications Manager, 608-355-0279, ext. 360

Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – September 2024
Below is the most recent update for the Eastern Migratory Population of Whooping Cranes. During August, our wild-hatched chick has reached fledging! A huge thank you to the staff of the Fish and Wildlife Service, the Departments of Natural Resources of flyway states, the International Crane Foundation, and all the volunteers who help us keep track of the cranes throughout the year.
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