Tree Swallows: What 20 years of Shenandoah/Blandy Trail Technician Data Can Tell us About Climate Change
During time meandering Blandy grounds, you’ve undoubtedly encountered many of the 132 bird houses erected for the purpose of providing habitat for our native, cavity-nesting birds. For the past 20 years, trained and highly dedicated volunteers have monitored the nestboxes and collected consistent nesting data for Bluebirds, Tree Swallows, House Wrens and Carolina Chickadees. Data suggests the migrating Tree Swallows are arriving earlier and earlier each spring.
Join us for a special program co-hosted by The Northern Shenandoah Valley Audubon Society and Blandy Experimental Farm to learn how climate change may be impacting Tree Swallow migration and breeding behaviors with Dr. David Carr (Blandy Director).
What to expect: A talk followed by a short walk. After the program, we will venture outdoors for an up-close look at active Tree Swallow nest boxes. We will walk about a half mile over gently rolling terrain.
Who can come: This program is designed for adults and children aged 12 and up.
What to bring: Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather.
Where to meet: Meet at the Blandy library at the Quarters building.
