Chimney Swifts start to band together into large roost groups before their fall migration to South America.  Locally, in recent years, thousands of these birds have used the chimney at the Carolina Theatre and nearby chimneys in Greensboro and in nearby Kernersville for such a large amassing. It is quite impressive to watch them in this annual behavior, as they circle above and all around, and then begin to spiral into the building at sunset, hundreds at a time.

*This is a joint activity with Piedmont Bird Club..

Location: TBD. The location for this outing will be selected closer to the date based on bird behavior. The swifts don’t always come to the Carolina Theatre in great numbers; if that is the case, another location will be selected. Watch for announcements.

Time: Sunset will be at about 7:20 p.m.        Duration: up to 2 hours

Habitat: urban setting

Difficulty rating: 1; a little walking on city sidewalks and parking areas.

Provisions needed: Binoculars and camera phones might enhance the experience.

Cancellation: Cancels with inclement weather. Contact the Trip Coordinator.

Trip Coordinator:  Tom Gaffney, 336-509-0909, tomgaffneyx@gmail.com.