The Sandhill Crane Festival - Bellevue Michigan
2nd Weekend in October - Map to Bellevue, MI US
Every year on the 2nd weekend in October they gather at Baker Sanctuary, perhaps the second largest gathering of sandhill cranes in America. The festival includes exhibits, raptors, food and art. Excellent viewing areas are provided.
The
Sandhill Crane (Grus canadensis) is one of only 15 species of
cranes in the world and is one of just two crane species native to North
America. While the Whooping Crane, our other native crane, is highly
endangered and restricted to only a few areas of the West, the Sandhill is
more widespread and in most areas is more abundant. Once nearly eliminated
from Michigan, Sandhill Cranes have made a comeback and now are becoming one
of the state's most popular watchable wildlife species.
This page is sponsored by Shining Stars, Inc.
Child Care Center 232 N. Main St.
Bellevue, Mi. 49021 269-763-9003
Additional info is at www.michiganaudubon.org/bakersanctuary/cranefest.html