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The Valley Forge Audubon Society (VFAS) is a chapter of the National Audubon Society serving those residing in Southeastern Pennsylvania, including Delaware and Chester Counties, and parts of Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties. Our mission is to preserve birds, other wildlife, and their habitats by promoting appreciation and stewardship of the local natural environment through education and active participation. VFAS offers regular bird walks, hikes, events, and educational programs. Valley Forge Audubon Society is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility in the birding community and beyond. We are excited to bring the joys of birding – the fun of seeing or hearing birds, the social benefits of being part of a like-minded community, and the health and wellness benefits humans receive from spending time in nature – to “everyone and every body”, regardless of someone’s physical, mental, emotional, or societal challenges. Long-time birders, ‘fledgling’ birders, able-bodied birders, and those with disabilities and health concerns are all welcome at VFAS’s programs.
We offer a number of outings that are accessible for those with various access challenges and/or health concerns.
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Celebrate Migratory Bird Day in Swarthmore's Crum Woods
Crum Woods - VFAS, 2 S. Chester Road (Route 320), Swarthmore, PA, USMay 9th is World Migratory Bird Day! Join a walk in Swarthmore’s Crum Woods to welcome back the birds who wintered in warmer climates. The 202-acre Crum Woods is one of the last largely forested areas in Delaware County and offers crucial habitat for migrating birds as well as those who reside here year-round.
Walk organizers will lead the search for birds both common and unusual, including the Baltimore Oriole, Wood Thrush, Northern Parula, Warbling Vireo, Chimney Swift, Eastern Kingbird, Red-eyed Vireo, Northern Flicker, Red-shouldered Hawk, Belted Kingfisher, and Common Yellowthroat. The walk will cover a mile to 1 ¼ miles of moderate terrain with some hills.
All levels of birding experience are welcome, and children are most welcome if accompanied by an adult. Wear sturdy shoes suitable for potentially rutted and muddy trails and bring binoculars if you have them. If you have extra binoculars you would be willing to lend to another participant, please bring them as well. Heavy rain cancels the walk.
Meet at 7:45 am at the Swarthmore train station. The walk will begin at 8:00 am and last about two hours. The leaders will keep a list of birds observed during the outing which will be posted to the Valley Forge Audubon Society website where all participants can access it.
Please note that there is no restroom available at the Crum Woods.
This outing is co-sponsored by the Swarthmore Bird Town Working Group. For more information, email advocacy@valleyforgeaudubon.org.
Leaders: Dave Eberly, Bob Scott, Sean O’Donnell, and Shirley Dodson
To find us: We will meet at the Swarthmore train station at 2 S. Chester Rd (Route 320) at 7:45 am. There is a large parking lot off Chester Road just to the north of the underpass (GPS: WM32+62) as well as free and paid street parking around the train station.
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