10/15/2026
Today we welcomed Kristy Morley, Senior Naturalist with Wissahickon Trails. One of Rotary’s areas of focus is Protecting the Environment by supporting activities that strengthen the conservation and protection of natural resources and advance ecological sustainability. We received a District Grant and will be building 3 chimney swift towers. Kristy gave an engaging presentation on these amazing and important birds. Over the last 50 years, their population has declined more than 70%. In recent years, the rate of decline has accelerated. Their decline is attributed to a decreased availability of insects (their food source), shifts in chimney design, and the capping and demolition of chimneys. Please consider not using pesticides and insecticides and help support this important species of birds.