POSTPONED: Chimney Swift Viewing! NOW JUNE 2nd – Watch their spectacular aeronautic display

Posted on by Kara Solomon
Image shows a close up of a chimney swift in flight, people gathered at dusk looking up at the sky, and chimney swifts funneling into a chimney as they roost for the night. The text reads: Chimney Swift Viewing.

Moved one day to Monday, June 2nd, due to weather. Same time and place!

South Wake Conservationists will gather on Sunday, June 1st from 8:00 – 9:00 PM, as we visit a local roosting site to witness the incredible spectacle of migratory Chimney Swifts turning in for the night. These birds begin their roosting ritual after sunset. This will be at a local site in Fuquay Varina, with the specific details to be provided after you register. Bring the whole family – all ages welcome!

Chimney swifts once nested in hollow trees, but today they nearly always nest in chimneys or other structures. At dusk, they will swarm around the structure they intend to roost in for the night, and then, in the blink of an eye, they fall into a funnel formation and literally pour into the top of the structure to get settled within for the night. Thousands of them. It is a sight to behold!

We will talk about the fascinating habits of this species and then kick back and watch the show. This will be a fun and fascinating observation event for all ages.

PLEASE REGISTER BELOW TO HOLD YOUR SPOT.

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2 thoughts on “POSTPONED: Chimney Swift Viewing! NOW JUNE 2nd – Watch their spectacular aeronautic display”

  1. We registered but did not get conformation. I’ll like to confirm Ian Plane (2 people) are registered.

    Thanks

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    1. Hello! Yes, your registration is confirmed. You will receive an email with event details this Friday. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday!

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