In September of each year the Vaux's Swifts (pronounced "Vauks") group together in large numbers preparing for their migratory flight to Central America and Venezula. In Northwest Portalnd, Oregon a school house chimney has become their nightly roost. I sat on a hill side with several other people watching thousands of Swifts circling, chirping loudly, and eating insects preparing for their dive into the chimney. Finally someone must signal it is time to descend and as group they funnel their way inside. There are many wonderful things to see and do in the beautiful Northwest this one is a must if you enjoy nature.
