Only a few Sandhill Cranes were left in Wisconsin in the 1930’s,but due to protection, their population now exceeds 10,000. Each year, volunteers visit designated sites in Manitowoc County to count courting sandhills in a coordinated effort.  If you would like to help, or join a seasoned crane counter to learn the technique, contact Jess Johnsrud at jessicaj@woodlanddunes.org.

A century ago, only a few sandhill cranes were left in Wisconsin. Today, thanks to protection, their population exceeds 10,000. Each year, volunteers coordinate efforts to visit designated sites in Manitowoc County to count courting sandhills.

If you’d like to help (or join a seasoned crane counter to learn the technique) contact Jess at jessicaj@woodlanddunes.org or call (920)793-4007.