Standing Down Again (+0 Miles) November 24, 2006: Migration Day 51 On the second delay day in the shadow of Cumberland Ridge, the team woke to clear skies but aloft would face a 24 mph headwind. They will wait for another day to face "the Beast." The Class of 2006 has logged 675 of their 1,228 migration miles. They are 54%, more than half way to their Florida wintering grounds. In other good news, Crane #516 has arrived at the flock's Florida winter home; read his life story and you'll see why this is such exciting news! A second day off for the crane-kids. Photo Operation Migration In the Classroom Today's Journal Question: Read the account of the 2002 crossing of the Cumberland Plateau and tell why you think the pilots call it "the Beast." Migration History: On November 20, only 12 Whooping Cranes (5 pairs and 2 DAR juveniles) remained at the Wisconsin summer home. The history-making migration of the flock's First Family began on Nov. 19. And on Nov. 23, the mystery of the First Family's missing second chick was finally solved. What happened. Help the Cranes and Planes Reach Florida! Map Daily News The Chicks The Team Journey North is pleased to feature this educational adventure presented in cooperation with the Whooping Crane Eastern Partnership (WCEP). Copyright 2006 Journey North. All Rights Reserved. Please send all questions, comments, and suggestions to our feedback form.