In October, the Swallows Depart from San Juan Capistrano Day celebrates the migration of swallows. Each year, millions of swallows fly thousands of miles south to Argentina and back. They do this on March 19th, which is St. Joseph Day. This migration has been marked for generations. The cliff swallow is a cousin of the barn swallow and the purple martin. It has long, narrow wings, a forked tail, and weak feet. The graceful bird feeds on the wing, catching insects with its wide mouth. It can make abrupt changes in direction or speed in flight. To learn more about cliff swallows and their family members, study their habitat and follow their migration path. Sketch or photograph them. Study their family members and watch videos of them in flight.

Swallows Depart from San Juan Capistrano Day is observed annually on October 23rd!

We have been unable thus far to find the creator of this national day, but we will be sure to keep you posted.