Crex Meadows Spring Festival
Join us at the 2026 Spring Festival for a day full of field tours, walks, and talks! You must RSVP for each activity you plan to participate in as space is limited. (Scroll down to RSVP)
Photography Learning Session 12:30 pm- 1:30 pm
Photography Learning Session 4:00 pm-5:00 pm
Sharp-tailed Grouse Lek Tour 5:00 am- 8:00 am
Caravan around Crex Meadows in search of Sharp-tailed Grouse participating in their mating displays.
Bird Watching Tour 7:00 am- 9:00 am
Join local bird expert, Dick Sandve, for a tour focusing on viewing migrating birds. Caravan around the property.
Herptiles of Crex Hike 8:30 am- 9:30 am
Join us for a hike in search of reptiles and amphibians of Crex. This hike is great for adults and children alike!
Native Flowers Hike 9:30 am- 11:00 am
Join native prairie plant expert, Alex Bouthilet, for a hike in search of blooming flowers. Caravan to locations on Crex Meadows property, then hike to look for plants.
Wisconsin Birds with Chris Cold 10:00 am- 12:00 pm
Join retired DNR technician, Chris Cold, for a talk focusing on Wisconsin birds. Then meet a couple of live birds, and take a property tour to search for local species.
Birding Hike 1:00 pm-2:30 pm
Caravan to the Crex Rest Area, then hike the Rest Area trail in search of warblers and other migrating birds.
Wheels & Wildlife Bike Ride 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm
Join us for a bike ride around Crex to view wildlife in a unique way! Bring your own equipment.
Native Flowers Hike 1:00 pm- 2:30 pm
Join native prairie plant expert, Alex Bouthilet, for a hike in search of blooming flowers. Caravan to locations on Crex Meadows property, then hike to look for plants.
Waterfowl Viewing Tour 3:30 pm- 5:30 pm
Join WDNR staff for a waterfowl viewing experience at Grettum Flowage on Fish Lake Wildlife Area.
Wetland Birds Discovery 6:00 pm- 7:30 pm
Join WDNR staff for a tour in search of wetland birds. Caravan around the property.
