Karner Blue Butterfly Field Experience
Crex Meadows Visitor Center 102 E Crex Ave, Grantsburg, WI, United StatesDo you want to know what it's like to work as a wildlife management staff member? Find out with this summer field experience. Learn about the endangered Karner Blue Butterfly, then head out into the field to conduct a survey. RSVP required via our website. Space limited to 15 participants. Ages 14+. Youth ages 14-15…
Photo Contest Voting Period
Crex Meadows Visitor Center 102 E Crex Ave, Grantsburg, WI, United StatesMore details coming soon!
Crex Pollinator Hike
Crex Meadows Visitor Center 102 E Crex Ave, Grantsburg, WI, United StatesLearn about pollinators and their habitat at Crex Meadows. Participants will meet at the visitor center and caravan to the hiking location. RSVPs are required.
Crex Camp for Kids
Crex Meadows Visitor Center 102 E Crex Ave, Grantsburg, WI, United StatesThis outdoor camp offers a unique opportunity for kids ages 8-11 to learn about science, outdoor skills, and working as a team. The camp runs from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. all three days. Class size is limited to 20 students and RSVPs are required. Topics Monday, July 24 - Junior Biologist Tuesday, July 25…
Photo Contest Winners Announced
Crex Meadows Visitor Center 102 E Crex Ave, Grantsburg, WI, United StatesMore details coming soon!
Duck Banding
Crex Meadows Visitor Center 102 E Crex Ave, Grantsburg, WI, United StatesHelp DNR wildlife management staff capture, band, and release ducks. Begin at the visitor center to receive information and instruction, then caravan to the banding site. RSVP is required via our website. Space is limited to 25 participants. Ages 8+ If event is full, please call 715-641-0406 to be put on the waitlist.
Crex Hunt & Fish Camp
Crex Meadows Visitor Center 102 E Crex Ave, Grantsburg, WI, United StatesThe Crex Hunt & Fish Camp offers three days of fun for youth ages 10-15. See schedule below. We recommend bringing bug spray, closed toe shoes, a rain jacket, and a water bottle. Snacks will be provided daily. RSVPs are required. Class size is limited to 20 students ages 10-15. Monday, August 21 - Fish…
Friends of Crex Annual Meeting
Crex Meadows Meeting & Gathering Hall 102 E Crex Ave, Grantsburg, United StatesThis year, the meeting will be held on September 17 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Crex Meadows Meeting & Gathering Hall. Gather and chat at 1:00 p.m. to enjoy refreshments. At 1:45 p.m. we will move to the Visitor Center for the meeting. Expect to hear a recap of the last year,…
Little Wildlifers
Crex Meadows Visitor Center 102 E Crex Ave, Grantsburg, WI, United StatesJoin Crex wildlife educators for stories, songs, crafts, and activities chosen especially for children ages 3-7. Please dress for the weather! Fall Schedule: September 12 - Scavenger Hunt September 19 - Oh Deer! September 26 - Fall Leaves October 3 - Sandhill Cranes For more information contact Lauren Thomas, Natural Resources Educator, at…
FOC Member Exclusive – Morning Coffee Social
Crex Meadows Meeting & Gathering Hall 102 E Crex Ave, Grantsburg, United StatesGather with other Friends of Crex members on the first Friday of each month from 7:30am to 9:00am. Enjoy a cup of coffee on us and share your stories about Crex both old and new. This is a great time to meet other members and learn about upcoming activities. See you there!
Sunset with the Sandhills Tour
Crex Meadows Visitor Center 102 E Crex Ave, Grantsburg, WI, United StatesMeet at the Visitor Center to learn about Sandhill Crane ecology and habitat management, then caravan through the state wildlife area to watch the cranes fly in from their day-time feeding grounds to their nightly roosting grounds. You must RSVP to attend! For more information contact Lauren Thomas, Natural Resources Educator, at 715-641-0406 or lauren.finch@wisconsin.gov
Outdoors with Lauren – Sandhill Cranes
Siren, WIThe Burnett County Community Education Program presents the Outdoors with Lauren series. This fall, attend up to four classes led by WDNR Natural Resources Educator, Lauren Thomas. Thousands of Sandhill Cranes migrate through our area each year! Join us to learn about Sandhill Crane ecology and find out why Burnett County is an ideal fall stopping…