Festival of the Cranes at Wheeler NWR
January 9, 2026 – January 11, 2026
The festival celebrates Sandhill Cranes and Whooping Cranes that winter on Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge. There will be a variety of special speakers, art displays, and children’s activities taking place at a number of venues in downtown Decatur. The festival includes birdwatching opportunities at the refuge’s Visitor Center and Wildlife Observation Building.
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