The new route (2008) is approximately 1285 miles. Click on map for a larger view.

How did the migration route change in 2008?

In fall 2008 changes in the route were made for the first time. Do you see that the route will go around the Appalachian Mountains instead of over them? ("Cruising along at 1,000 feet over open fields and flat terrain is far more desirable than the white-knuckled tenseness of two hours over an unbroken panorama of rocks and trees," said Joe Duff.) Look at the map to answer:

1. Which state is on the the migration route for the first time? Which state is no longer on the route?

2. How many winter homes will the crane-kids be delivered to?

Try This! Journal/ Discussion Questions

• Joe's audio clip
  What are two main ideas Joe talks about?
• Brooke's audio clip
  What does Brooke say about the main reason for the route change?

•Why is the new route called Deke's Way?

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