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International Crane Foundation

International Crane Foundation is an outdoor activity in Baraboo, WI. Cost: under $25. Open daily May 1 to October 31.

E11376 Shady Lane Road · Baraboo, WI

Why you should go…

The International Crane Foundation's headquarters is on Shady Lane Road outside Baraboo, about ten minutes from the Wisconsin Dells. Its collection has all 15 crane species, and the Crane Discovery Center has exhibits, nature trails and a gift shop. The center is open daily from May 1 through October 31, 9am to 5pm, with public guided tours daily in summer and on weekends in spring and fall.

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