July 30, 2002 All Birds Fledged! Wait up! Photo OM The trainers have carefully monitored the progress of each of the three groups of chicks. They must figure out the best time in the chicks' development to introduce the groups to one another. The goal for migration is to eventually combine these groups so they will follow the trikes to Florida as a unified group. Until today, the youngest were still running down the grass strip with flightless wings: half feathers and half fluff, flapping in anticipation. Today they lifted off! All birds are now airborne as the training reaches another milestone. Try This! Journaling Question What are some milestones you've reached in your own lifetime? Journey North is pleased to feature this educational adventure made possible by the Whooping Crane Eastern Partnership (WCEP). Copyright 2002 Journey North. All Rights Reserved. Please send all questions, comments, and suggestions to our feedback form