Watching Chimney Swifts come in to roost is one of nature’s most remarkable local wildlife spectacles. As dusk approaches, hundreds—sometimes thousands—of swifts circle overhead before funneling into a single chimney for the night.
Join us at 6:00 PM in Bryn Athyn College’s Pendleton Hall Auditorium for a brief discussion about the natural history and conservation of Chimney Swifts, followed by a short documentary. Please park in the Pendleton Hall Auditorium parking lot.
Following the indoor program, we’ll walk over to the Junge Ice Rink & Pavilion parking lot (3002 Cairnwood Dr., Bryn Athyn, PA 19009) for the 6:45 PM outdoor watch. Bring a chair and binoculars! You’re welcome to attend either portion or both. If you’re joining only for the outdoor watch, meet us at the rink parking lot at 6:45 PM.
Because the birds arrive on their own schedule, there may be some waiting as they gather overhead before entering the chimney. The exact timing varies from evening to evening.
This is a joint program with Bryn Athyn College, Wissahickon Trails, Liberty Bird Alliance, and the Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust. This event is free but registration is required.
