Whooping Crane Nathan Hurst Hear Megan and Nathan. Audio clip courtesy Mark Chenoweth of Whooper Happenings. Nathan joined O.M. as an Intern after getting a degree Wildlife Ecology from the University of Wisconsin. Nathan says "There's nothing like being with the birds and seeing them grow and learn to fly." Nathan is from Stevens Point, WI. He has been interested in the birds around his family home since he was s boy. Now he likes Ultimate Frisbee—and, of course, Whooping Cranes! Journey North is pleased to feature this educational adventure made possible by the Whooping Crane Eastern Partnership (WCEP). Facebook Pinterest Twitter © 1997 – 2019 Journey North. All rights reserved.