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Sunset with the Sandhills
Sunset with the Sandhills
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
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FOC Member Exclusive – Morning Coffee Social
FOC Member Exclusive – Morning Coffee Social
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!
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Photo Saturdays
Photo Saturdays
The Friends of Crex invites photographers to stop in at the Crex Meadows Wildlife Area Visitor Center this year to receive photo critique and equipment tips. Mike Prokosch, an expert photographer and experienced judge, is offering his experience. Drop in between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month with your…
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Virtual Learning Series: Sandhill Crane Life History and Ecology
Virtual Learning Series: Sandhill Crane Life History and Ecology
Join us for a FREE monthly program from the comfort of your home! Participants will receive Zoom links and additional instructions via email after registration. It’s no secret that thousands upon thousands of Sandhill Cranes migrate through Burnett County during the fall months. But do you know where they are all coming from? What about…
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Star Party at Crex Meadows Wildlife Area
Star Party at Crex Meadows Wildlife Area
Mike Lynch Wisconsin Starwatch Program ….7:00 to 9:00 pm, Friday, October 11, 2024 Make the stars your old friends as we watch the great celestial show in the skies over Crew Meadows. Get to know constellations like The Big Bear, Cygnus the Swan, Pegasus the Winged Horse, and others. Great constellation mythological stories will also…
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Fall Festival
Join us for our annual Fall Festival Event! This year, our special guest speakers include: - Tavis Lynch talking about Mushroom ID - 9:30 am to 10:30 am - Stan Tekiela with a talk on Migration 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Chris Cold with a wildlife talk ft. LIVE animals - 1:00 pm to…
Sunset with the Sandhills
Sunset with the Sandhills
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
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Pumpkin Carving Night
Pumpkin Carving Night
Get in the spooky spirit with a hands-on carving night for families. In preparation for the Annual Crex Howl-O-Ween Event, volunteers plan to carve pumpkins while enjoying some tasty treats! Bring your own carving tools! If you are also interested in the Howl-o-ween event, please click here for more information.
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Howl-o-ween
Howl-o-ween
A fun-filled family evening! Take a hike on the trails 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! We recommend bringing…
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Sunset with the Sandhills
Sunset with the Sandhills
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
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Nature Book Club
Nature Book Club
Join us virtually or in person for a nature-themed book club! Ticket sales close 6 weeks before the meeting. You only need to purchase a ticket if you need a copy of the book supplied for you. The $10 ticket fee covers the cost of the book. If you want to obtain the book on…
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FOC Member Exclusive – Morning Coffee Social
FOC Member Exclusive – Morning Coffee Social
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!
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Photo Saturdays
Photo Saturdays
The Friends of Crex invites photographers to stop in at the Crex Meadows Wildlife Area Visitor Center this year to receive photo critique and equipment tips. Mike Prokosch, an expert photographer and experienced judge, is offering his experience. Drop in between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month with your…