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Vaux’s Swift Watch–at Sunset
This year, the Coast to Cascades Bird Alliance is hosting three Bon Voyage to Vaux’s Swifts events outside Agate Hall at sunset, all on Fridays: September 5, 12, and 26.
It is fascinating to observe the swifts as they swirl above and gather here before flying off to Central and South America for the winter. Vaux’s Swifts use the Agate Hall chimney to roost for the night as they gather prior to migration. We may see thousands of birds funneling down into the chimney, but on any given evening there is no guarantee!
Look for the CCBA banner at the 17th and Agate parking lot north of Agate Hall. Stop by and enjoy this annual natural phenomenon. It’s free! Non-birders and children may be enticed to join you if you add a trip to Prince Puckler’s ice cream and/or the nearby playground to your evening’s agenda.
FMI: 541.343.8664 or check out the Vaux’s Swift page on our website.
FMI: about Vaux’s Swifts: Vaux’s Happenings
Program Meetings
Our monthly program meetings have something for everyone. During the last year we hosted programs by naturalists, wildlife artists and expert birders on a variety of topics from the birds of Hawaii, to ravens, wolves, and people, to the migration of red knots. Participating in a program meeting is a fun way to get involved with Coast to Cascades Bird Alliance. Meetings are free and open to all.
We are currently meeting on Zoom and in-person as conditions allow on the 4th Tuesday of each month between September and May at 7:00 p.m.