The visitor center will be closed Monday 9/2 in observance of Labor Day. Our fall hours begin Tuesday. During the week, the visitor center will be open 9-5:30. Our complete business hours are listed at the bottom of this page.
Gather 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!
Meet 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
Meet 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
The 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…
Meet 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
Programs Sunrise with the Sandhills Tour 7:00 am– 9:00 am Take a guided tour to watch the Sandhill Cranes fly out from their nighttime roosting grounds to their daytime feeding grounds. RSVP required. Mushrooming 101 9:30 am– 11:30 am Join Joan Jacobowski to learn about edible mushrooms in our area! RSVP required. “Buckthorn…
Take a guided tour to watch the Sandhill Cranes fly out from their nighttime roosting grounds to their daytime feeding grounds. Meet at the Crex Meadows Wildlife Education & Visitor Center, and then caravan into the wildlife area. You must RSVP to attend.
Wildlife Painting by Gray Duck Art 12:00 pm– 4:00 pm Come create a wildlife painting of your own! Submit your photo and Gray Duck Art's artists will transform your photo into a custom paint by number. You can drop-in anytime between 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm. You must purchase a ticket for this event through…
The 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. Sharp-tailed Grouse are a rare bird in Wisconsin, but in Burnett County, we have a growing population! Learn about the ecology and history of Sharp-tailed Grouse in our area.…
Meet 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
Join us for a fun-filled family evening! Take a hike on the trials behind the Visitor Center lit up with Jack-O-Lanterns, play games to win a prize, make a snack, do a craft to take home, watch a short wildlife video in the auditorium, and enjoy some seasonal treats. Don't forget to wear your costume!…
Meet 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
Gather 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!