Spring is here, and soon millions of
migrating birds will be heading to, and through, our fine state.
In just a few short weeks all of
Wisconsin, and portions of surrounding states, will be involved with
the 38th Annual Midwest Crane Count in documenting one of
the most magnificent birds in North America.
I first became interested as a counter
a dozen years ago when a Wisconsin crane hunt was first mentioned.
Today the hunt is a lot closer to reality, but I've since discovered
other reasons for counting the tallest, and possibly loudest, birds
found in the wild.
First, I'm guaranteed at least a couple
of peaceful outdoor hours every spring to enjoy a beautiful sunrise
over kettles, drumlins and moraines left from the last ice age.
Hearing the ancient-sounding crane call takes me back to that
long-ago era in Waukesha's history.
Also, documenting the proliferation and
movement of the more numerous sandhills helps with establishing the
eastern flock of endangered whooping cranes, who share the same
habitat.
If you might be interested in joining
us for two of the best hours you'll spend this spring, I'm interested
in talking with you. Waukesha County has 52 counting sites, with most
of them still available. This year's count is April 13th,
a Saturday, between 5:30 and 7:30 a.m. We hope you'll consider
joining us.
Check out the A Sandhill Counter
Almanac blog: http://midwestcranecount.blogspot.com/
facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/WaukeshaCountyCraneCount
or International Crane Foundation's
website: http://www.savingcranes.org/
for more information, or contact me: Brien at (262) 549-5241 or
email howlinblog@yahoo.com
Thank You!
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