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Swift Watch 2008

When: Sep 01, 2008 06:00 PM to Sep 30, 2008 07:30 PM

Join us on the lawn each evening in September at Chapman School for the spectacular display of Vaux Swifts gathering to roost in the school's chimney.

Swift Watch - Steve Warner

Chapman School Swifts - Steve Warner

Join us on the lawn each evening in September at Chapman School for the spectacular display of Vaux Swifts gathering to roost in the school's chimney.  Portland Audubon volunteers will be present each night with information about the swifts, binoculars and a spotting scope for viewing. 

Frequently Asked Questions about the Swifts, including when to arrive, what to bring and what to expect.


New this year is the 1st Annual Swift Watch Migration, 3pm Saturday, September 20

Migrate to Swift Watch with us in a short meandering 1.5 mile stroll from Montgomery Park spiraling into the Chapman schoolyard. A $30 Registration in the Swift Watch Migration gets you a commemorative T-shirt, “I Count” button, a water bottle, and the satisfaction that you count in the preservation of this unique Portland phenomenon.

There’ll be activities for kids, close encounters with our Educational Raptors, music provided by Portland’s own “Chapman Swifts” band, and plenty of ooohs and aaahs. More information here.


And, we are excited to announce the debut of the new documentary, On the Wing, at 7pm, Thursday, October 2 at Cinema 21

This beloved natural event will be celebrated in On the Wing, by Portland's own Real Earl Productions.

The film documents the birds' 2007 residency. Interviews with school teachers, students, swift watchers and Audubon Society of Portland staff explain how the phenomenon came to be and how it has evolved into what it is today. Amazing footage of the birds, including shots from inside the chimney, give audiences an extraordinary, never-before-seen view of the swifts.

Tickets for the premiere will be $15, with all proceeds going to Portland Audubon. Tickets are available here.

 
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