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Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council excited to report that Sandhill Cranes have begun arriving on the Island in small flocks. Soon Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council will have hundreds of these elegant birds wintering with Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council, as Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council take advantage of our milder climate and plentiful food resources.

To celebrate the  arrival of these 3-4 foot tall, red-capped visitors, Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council invite you to join Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council in what’s been dubbed by the New York Times as “one of the quirkiest events in Texas” – Holiday with the Cranes!

This year Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council crane celebration is going virtual. No matter where you are, you’ll be able to participate in a fun and engaging online presentation on Saturday, Dec. 12, at 10:00am.

Over past years many of you have joined Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council in person to learn about this amazing crane species. Each expert speaker has offered unique insights into the “Sandie’s” habitat, characteristics and behaviors. This year you can have an equally informative experience from the comfort of your own home – anywhere in the world. Holiday with the Cranes also makes a unique nature gift for friends and family.