We offer special consideration for large groups of 10 or more visitors, such as school groups, non-profit and community organizations, and company trips. 2025 Guided Crane Experiences will be offered March 4- April 12. General registration for these tours to our viewing blinds opens on Wednesday, January 8.
We will begin considering Group Tour requests on October 15, 2024.
For the 2025 Crane Season, we will observe the following procedures for Group Tour requests:
- Group Tours include any bookings of 10 or more visitors for our Guided Crane Experiences.
- Rowe Sanctuary reserves the right to limit the total number of group tours sold, to preserve reservations for the general public and to support equity among group requests. If demands for group tours exceed capacity, Rowe will adhere to the following protocol:
- We will prioritize requests for priority booking windows (March 4-8 and April 6-12).
- We will give priority consideration to groups that include partners, schools, and groups serving historically underserved audiences. We reserve the right to waive group booking fees for these groups.
- We will use equity-based selection processes such as lottery or other means as necessary.
- To accommodate early registration, Group Tours are subject to a group booking fee, and require a 10% down payment to confirm/hold the date.
To request information on costs or to request a group tour, please email: Rowegrouptours@audubon.org
Response to group tour requests
Group Tour requests made before Oct 15, 2024: | We will notify tour organizers by Nov 1 to indicate if we can accommodate your request and complete registration if so. |
Group Tour requests made after Nov 1, 2024: | Group tours are booked and confirmed on a rolling basis as capacity allows. We will respond to requests within two weeks. |
Statement on commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB)
Rowe Sanctuary and National Audubon Society are committed to supporting historically under-resourced communities. Please contact Education Manager, Amanda Hefner (amanda.hefner@audubon.org) for information. To support accessibility to these communities and to groups serving these communities, we are pleased to offer the following benefits:
- Early registration prior to October 15
- Discounted or waived group booking fees
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