How old are the cranes of the new Eastern Flock? Hatch Year Age (as of Spring Migration 2009) 2001 Age 8 2002 Age 7 2003 Age 6 2004 Age 5 2005 Age 4 2006 Age 3 2007 Age 2 2008 10 months-1 year 2009 Journey North is pleased to feature this educational adventure in collaboration with Operation Migration and the entire Whooping Crane Eastern Partnership (WCEP). This Season Teachers Kids Orientation Registration Search Copyright 1997-2009 Journey North. All Rights Reserved. Questions or comments? Contact us.