In early February 2012 Wisconsin State Representative Joel Kleefisch introduced a bill proposing a regulated Sandhill Crane hunt in the state. The following update summarizes ICF’s role in the ongoing discussion of this issue.
Our Position: The International Crane Foundation does not endorse or oppose Sandhill Crane hunting in North America. We recognize the role of regulated hunting in current wildlife population management practices, and the importance of hunting traditions to communities, not just on this continent, but globally. We maintain three strong positions relative to crane hunting.
School field trips include fun, age-appropriate activities designed to engage students and their teachers. Our education department, staff and volunteers, would be delighted to share the stories of the world’s… Continue reading School Field Trips
What does it take to raise a crane in captivity? Experienced and dedicated staff, healthy cranes and time. When any species is first brought into captivity, it takes trial and… Continue reading Raising Cranes
You can help conserve cranes and the ecosystems, watersheds and flyways on which they depend by volunteering! As a volunteer, you’ll develop new skills, meet new friends, have unparalleled opportunities… Continue reading Volunteer
View the 2023 results publication! Although we have gathered data since 1976, the crane count did not expand to a large scale until 1981, and most of Wisconsin until 1985.… Continue reading Past Results and History
Welcome – this section is designed specifically for your needs as a County Coordinator. Following are a variety of resources and handouts, including printable materials should you need an extra copy or… Continue reading County Coordinator Resources
Thank you for your interest in the Annual Midwest Crane Count! To participate in Crane Count you first need to contact your County Coordinator to be assigned a site and receive… Continue reading Counter Information
Have you ever seen a crane with “jewelry” on its legs? These colorful bands, or rings, are used by researchers to mark and identify cranes. Many researchers across North America… Continue reading Report a Banded Crane
