Upcoming Free Sandhill Crane Viewing Tours
by admin November 19, 2014 Cosumnes River Preserve Free Lost Slough Wetlands sandhill cranes spring 2015 viewing tours winter 2014Our Sandhill Cranes are back!
Tour dates for Fall/Winter 2018/2019
Our Sandhill Cranes are back! They, as well as a variety of ducks, swans, geese, and shorebirds, feed in the flooded fields and marshy areas of the delta, and hawks patrol overhead.
Meet on the deck of the Visitor Center of the Cosumnes River Preserve to hear a brief presentation of Sandhill Crane behavior, biology and conservation status. Then we might stroll the boardwalk in the Lost Slough Wetlands, enjoying views of the cranes, wintering waterfowl and shorebirds. Afterwards, we may drive along Desmond Road and, finally, to Woodbridge Road or Staten Island, to see flocks of cranes fly in to roost for the night. Dress for changeable weather and bring binoculars. Scopes are helpful. From Sacramento, take I-5 south to the Twin Cities Road exit; go left (east) to Franklin Blvd; turn right (south) on Franklin and, driving through the Preserve, watch for the Visitor Center parking lot on your left. Further directions and maps are available at www.cosumnes.org. This is a great trip for beginners. If you have questions you can call 916-446-1392 for the latest information.
FREE CRANE VIEWING TOURS
Open to the public
2018-2019 SCHEDULE
October 27 and 28 at 4:30 PM
November 24 and 25 at 3:15 PM Meet on the outside deck of the Visitor Center. (On November 3 and 4 we will be at the Lodi Crane Festival. Please do drop by our display table and say hello.)
December 22 & 23 at 3:15 PM Meet on the outside deck of the Visitor Center.
January 26 and 27 at 4:00PM
Private Tours
Private and custom tours can be arranged with SOS Cranes for small groups of 10 or more people, or school classes. Contact us for more information. We can also provide crane tours for Spanish speakers or French speakers.
Lodi Sandhill Crane Festival
by admin November 19, 2014 event festival Lodi November 2014 sandhill cranes
Long before Lodi existed, Sandhill Cranes descended into the rich delta wetlands at the end of a long migratory journey, some from nesting grounds as far away as Siberia. As they greeted California’s earliest explorers, these magnificent birds darkened the skies over winter marshes. In awe-inspiring numbers, and with a prehistoric call, stately gait, and elegant choreography, the Sandhill Crane continues to attract and inspire visitors.
Each year thousands of visitors make their way to Lodi area wildlife refuges and farmlands to experience first hand one of nature’s spectacles. The abundance of crane habitat continues to nourish our agricultural roots, with water, soil, and climate that sustains the birds, enriches our lives, and benefits our local economy.
For 22 years, Lodi’s Sandhill Crane Festival has celebrated the return of the cranes. In partnership with the City of Lodi, the Festival continues this November, welcoming an ever-growing circle of friends to our community to share the wonder of the Sandhill Crane … and so much more.
Visit the Sandhill Crane Festival of Lodi’s web site for more information.