After much request, we've got bobbles! These crane bobbles are made of poly-resin. Each design is handcrafted and hand-painted, and these have been modeled after the "life-size" Sandhill Crane bobblehead that greets visitors in the Iain Nicolson Audubon Center. The goldenrod-painted base features "Audubon's Rowe Sanctuary" on one side, and "I (heart) Cranes" on the other. The figure stands around 7.5" tall.

Ready to level up your origami folding? Choose from the Folk Art or Dots collections of 4.6x4.6 in paper, and fold away! 

Dots collection--20 sheets, 10 patterns with solid color on back

Folk Art - 40 sheets, 10 patterns, comes with an instruction sheet. 

Enjoy these 6x6 in. Yasutomo origami papers--fun for everyone! These come in two design options: Easy, fold-by-number animals (lion, giraffe, elephant), and Color and fold--a two-in-one craft. Ages 3+

Color and Fold--24 sheets, 6 coloring designs

Animals-12 sheets, 4 of each animal

This spirit totem is laser-engraved into a variety of semi-precious gemstone worry stones. The engraving is then painted in either black or gold. Stones vary, call the Visitor's Center at 308-468-5282 if you have a preference for color. 

What a great way to experience the detail of two exquisite images from renowned Nebraska photographer Michael Forsberg! As you piece together these 100 piece puzzles you will be enchanted by the detail displayed. To add to the charm of these puzzles, each is packaged in a recycled paper box to help you keep all the pieces together. Photograph is Mother's Touch - Sandhill Crane and Chick. 

Finished puzzle is 9" x 12"

This Nature Discovery Journal is perfect for young and old explorers. Tuck your journal inside the included 8” tote with 18” strap before you head out to explore. Then record your observations in the 6” x 5” brown paper journal There’s even room to store the leaves and flowers you collect in one of the journal’s six pockets. Before you know it, you will have a memorable record of all of your observations!

Recommended for ages 5 and up.

This Crossed Wing Collection pattern is of an adult crane and two young colts.

Celebrate the beauty of the cranes with this quick and elegant quilt patterm (two are included).

Enjoy this 54 piece puzzle depicting a sandhill crane chick emerging from the marsh. When finished, the puzzle is 5 inches by 7 inches, making it perfect for travel or a beginning puzzler. Now sold in a recycled (and recyclable) paper box! 

It is said that anyone who folds a thousand cranes will be granted a wish by a crane. Fold 1000 Origami Paper Cranes Kit is inspired by the story of Sadako Sasaki, a Japanese girl who contracted leukemia as a result of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima during World War II. Sadako started folding cranes hoping she would have a chance to regain her health but sadly passed away at the age of twelve. However, her struggle inspired people from all over the world to strive for peace. Today, the folding of one thousand cranes is a symbol of hope and peace for mankind.

Kit contains:

• 1,020 sheets of 3" square Origami paper; 51 sheets each of 20 brilliant colors

• 1 strong string for hanging measuring 197 feet

• 30 beads

• Instructions for folding, stringing and hanging

The ideal project for weddings, anniversaries, get well gift, school projects, birthdays, baby showers, graduations or any festive occasion.