Date: 4/8/26 8:51 am From: Joseph Neal <0000078cbd583d7c-dmarc-request...> Subject: FOR BIRDS AT MT SEQUOYAH IN FAYETTEVILLE
MT SEQUOYAH in Fayetteville has long been a bird haven. Interest in birds on the mountain overlooking old downtown Fayetteville dates to the 1920s with creation of the Western Methodist Assembly. This interest continues. Northwest Arkansas Audubon Society is undertaking several projects that continue this tradition.
One project involves a Chimney Swift tower. These towers mimic mature trees that are hollow. They also mimic old fashion house chimneys. Swifts roost at night and nest during the summer in these “chimneys.” Research shows they readily adapt to towers.
Another project involves an array of different kinds of bird feeders. These will offer birds different types of bird food. The array will be placed in habitat suitable for the birds and for those who enjoy watching them.
There is already a lot of excellent habitat for birds on Mount Sequoyah Center, on Skyline drive around the mountain top, and down among almost 100 forested acres of Mt Sequoyah Woods on the east slope. The NWAAS-sponsored projects will add to these existing bird-friendly elements.
The swift tower will be dedicated to memory of Dr Doug James, long time professor at University of Arkansas who taught ornithology classes. Building a Chimney Swift tower was one of his goals when he was NWAAS president.
Mount Sequoyah Center has approved these projects. They will provide numerous educational opportunities .
Kelly Mulhollan (of the folk group Still on the Hill) and architect Michael Cockram (of Bowerbird Designs) teamed up for the project that resulted in Mulhollan Waterfowl Blind at Lake Fayetteville. They are teaming up again for these projects.
Kelly and Donna Mulhollan have lots of experience at managing multiple feeders. Kelly and Michael plan to build the Chimney Swift tower to fit a site that has been selected at Mt Sequoyah.
NWAAS Board estimated costs at $5,000 (this includes a contingency for unexpected costs). This should cover all, including a full year for bird feed. NWAAS is also committed to maintaining the swift tower and bird feeding station. Both will be open to the public.
Please considering donating to these projects. It’s easy. Go to our web site https://nwarkaudubon.org/. Once there, look near the top for QUICK LINKS. This goes directly to a page where you DONATE to our FEATURED FUNDRAISING PROJECT using PayPal. Or you can send a check directly via US mail to our Treasurer, Bill Beall (address in on that page). All funds go directly to these projects, off the ground and flying, adding to Mt Sequoyah’s existing bird-friendly environment.
