We exist to protect and maintain the physical, hydrological and biological integrity of the Big Bend area of the Platte River so that it continues to function as a life support system for whooping cranes, sandhill cranes and other migratory bird species. With your help we can make a difference. Learn more and get involved.
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Crane Trust retreats offer an opportunity to immerse your group in over 5,000 acres of historic prairie. Escape and explore this unique destination while enjoying all-inclusive accommodations.
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Fundraisers and events help us raise awareness and generate crucial resources to serve our mission. Join us at our next event and see how you can have some fun and get involved.
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Whether guiding public crane tours, helping out with special events, or providing trail maintenance, you'd be surprised at what a huge difference a little bit of your time can make.
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As our bison herd continues to grow at the Crane Trust, so do our efforts to understand their effects on the prairie we manage, and specifically on the migratory birds that breed here, many of which are of conservation concern.
In celebration of National Bison Day, I thought I would share some information with you about the Crane Trust Bison Herd.
Last Thursday, Crane Trust science staff and volunteers partnered with the Earl May Garden Center in Hastings to educate their staff and the public about birds and ways we can contribute to their conservation.
