Whooping Crane

Hello, ILLINOIS! (+35 Miles) October 29, 2011: Migration Day 21 Image: Tom Schultz This is a day for TERRIFIC NEWS: They crossed into Illinois, and for the first time the entire group flew the whole distance! Shortly after takeoff the group split. Pilot Joe kept six, while Brooke flew with two and Richard with one. The birds flew like champions. They are catching on! They are now 120 miles into the journey south. Today's flight took off at 8:20 and landed about 9:10. If crane speed is 38 mph and they flew 35 miles in under an hour, did they have a headwind —or tailwind? There's still other thrilling news! This photo holds the clue, and you can click on the photo to learn more: (Map|Data) In the Classroom: Journal or Discussion Today is Saturday: No school, no questions! Daily News The Cranes The Team Journey North is pleased to feature this educational adventure presented in cooperation with the Whooping Crane Eastern Partnership (WCEP). Facebook Pinterest Twitter © 1997 – 2024 Journey North. All rights reserved.