Monday, September 8: Montclair Chimney Swift Roost

Photo Sanford M. Sorkin

Meet at 6:15 pm on Norwood Avenue between Lorraine Avenue and Bellevue Avenue, next to the rear parking lot of the Upper Montclair Branch of the Montclair Public Library.

Rain date September 15

Leader Evan Cutler

For decades, Buzz Aldrin Middle School in Montclair has played host to one of the most

fascinating fall birding spectacles in all of New Jersey. Each evening, flocks of chimney swifts fill the sky, feeding on flying insects, until suddenly, one by one, they enter the school’s chimney, where they will roost until the next morning. This is a terrific opportunity to watch this

spectacle up close. Feel free to bring a lawn chair, a snack, or a beverage.

Please note that the birds may choose NOT to return this year, or to leave early. We will send out an alert if the event is canceled or moved to another of the several active roosts in Montclair.

Contact us at mbcoutings@gmail.com for further information.