Date: 7/8/26 5:01 am From: KATHLEEN BECHDEL <0000d165c6a818d5-dmarc-request...> Subject: Sweets and Swifts next Wednesday
A reminder that our annual Sweets and Swifts is scheduled for next Wednesday. If we need to cancel due to the weather, I will send an email as soon as possible. Hope to see many of you there.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 (8:15 pm – 9:15pm or until the last swift disappears)
Sweets and Swifts at Ferguson Township Elementary School, Pine Grove Mills
Rain Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026
Trip Leader: Jon Kauffman
Come enjoy an amazing evening flight of Chimney Swifts as they circle above Ferguson Township Elementary before they dive one by one into the chimney to roost for the night. The town of Pine Grove Mills and the nearby elementary school can observe dozens of circling swifts during the day. During dusk, one may gain a better understanding how many swifts are actually utilizing the school's chimney during this unique time where swifts finally come to rest. Historical counts range from 97 to 197 individuals!
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and a favorite baked or non-baked sweet dish to share with others while enjoying the evening sunset. Who will bring the best-looking and tasting Chimney Swift themed cookie?
The field trip is open to members and non-members.
