Sandhill Crane
Latin: Antigone canadensis
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Photo: Brandon Davenport
Iain Nicolson Audubon Center at Rowe Sanctuary focuses on conservation of the Platte River ecosystem and the birds that rely on it.
Help us continue our important work for Sandhill Cranes and other birds that rely on the Platte River; make a donation today.
Reservations for 2023 Crane Season viewing experiences will open 9 am CT on January 4th. Make your crane season reservation here. Check out what experiences are being offered here.
Outside of crane season: The visitors' center is open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Masks are recommended indoors for all individuals. Trails are open every day from dawn until dusk.
Pets on a leash are only allowed in the parking lot and in a designated pet exercise are east of the parking lot. No pets are allowed on the trails.
Sandhill Crane. Photo: Stephen Kramer/Audubon Photography Awards.
View all experiences and prices for Rowe's 2023 Crane Season!
Volunteers are critical to the operations at the Iain Nicolson Audubon Center at Rowe Sanctuary. Take a look at our volunteer opportunities and consider joining this incredible team.
Your generous support helps to ensure that Sandhill Cranes and other wildlife that depend on the Platte River will have this wonderful resource for years to come.
Our gift shop has a wide variety of items and your purchase supports our conservation efforts along the Platte River in south-central Nebraska.
