Tour Tickets Available: September 8th, 2026
Location: Hutchins Street Square
125 S. Hutchins Street
Lodi CA 95240
Join a guided tour and experience the Sandhill Cranes and local wildlife up close with expert naturalists and guides.
Discover fascinating insights about cranes, conservation, photography, birding, and the natural world through engaging talks and workshops.
Explore nature-inspired artwork from talented local and regional artists celebrating wildlife and the beauty of the outdoors.
Browse unique vendors, conservation exhibits, educational displays, gifts, books, and more throughout the festival marketplace.
One of North America’s oldest and most iconic birds, the Sandhill Crane has inspired people for thousands of years. Known for their impressive size, distinctive rolling calls, and graceful courtship dances, these remarkable birds migrate to California’s Central Valley each winter, creating one of nature’s most unforgettable spectacles.
Scientific Name: Antigone canadensis
Family: Cranes
Prairies, fields, marshes, tundra. Habitat varies with region, but usually nests around marshes or bogs, either in open grassland or surrounded by forest.
Omnivorous. Diet varies widely with location and season.
Mated pairs are monogamous. They build their nest in marshy areas. Females lay 1-3 eggs.
4.5 – 5ft
3 – 4.5ft
3 – 3.5ft
Height: 4.5 –5 ft
Weight: 6 – 12 lbs
Wingspan: 5 – 7 ft
Viewing cranes in summer and winter are two different experiences. In the winter, cranes congregate in large numbers. In the summer they spread out, often miles apart to breed and raise their offspring.
Join a community dedicated to protecting Sandhill Cranes through education, conservation, and celebration. As a member you will get benefits like early tour registration, discounts on tours and festival events, and so much more.
Help make a difference for Sandhill Cranes and the community that supports them. From assisting at events to sharing your skills, volunteers play a vital role in our mission.
Your generosity helps fund educational programs, conservation efforts, community outreach, and the annual Sandhill Crane Festival. Every contribution helps ensure a healthy future for Sandhill Cranes.
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