Remember the New York Times article? Martha Stewarts producer called me and asked if I would like to be on the show. I will be on for 12 minutes, explaining about Purple Martins, and the last part of the segment, Martha and I will be making a martin home from a natural gourd.
It will air live on Tuesday Oct 5 on the Hallmark Channel at 10 am EST.
I've known about this for a while... I wanted to make sure it was "for real" before I made an annoucement. Wish me luck.
Larry
Purple Martin on Martha Stewart 10/5 Hallmark Chan 10am EST
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LarryMelcher/KY
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Louise Chambers
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Larry,
That is exciting news
Thanks for sharing it. We know you will do a terrific job of telling folks about martins... and you get to do it with Martha!
Louise
That is exciting news
Thanks for sharing it. We know you will do a terrific job of telling folks about martins... and you get to do it with Martha! Louise
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Dick Sherry
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Larry, congratulations! I know you will do a great job, but just remember there are no martins in Hollywood!
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Linda Reynolds
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Larry, I am so excited for you AND for the purple martin community.
I believe you are one of the very best purple martin ambassadors we have today, and have no doubt that you will do a superb job of informing the viewers and sharing good information.
Paul and I hope you have a wonderful and safe trip to NYC, and can take a few moments to enjoy the energy of the city. You will probably be very glad to return home to some peace and quiet, however, we hope the time you spend doing what you do so well will be productive and satisfying.
Your prior speaking experiences and educational programs at Bernheim should make you feel very confident, so we only hope will remember your roots when you become a star. You are always a star in our eyes, so just enjoy the experience and the trip.
LOL at Dick's reply.........."no martins in Hollywood"........giggle!
I believe you are one of the very best purple martin ambassadors we have today, and have no doubt that you will do a superb job of informing the viewers and sharing good information.
Paul and I hope you have a wonderful and safe trip to NYC, and can take a few moments to enjoy the energy of the city. You will probably be very glad to return home to some peace and quiet, however, we hope the time you spend doing what you do so well will be productive and satisfying.
Your prior speaking experiences and educational programs at Bernheim should make you feel very confident, so we only hope will remember your roots when you become a star. You are always a star in our eyes, so just enjoy the experience and the trip.
LOL at Dick's reply.........."no martins in Hollywood"........giggle!
Ever-Grateful,
Linda
Linda
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John Barrow
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Larry,
What wonderful news, not only for you, but for all purple martin landlords. You are a perfect choice to present this show, and many will be pulling for you in spirit. May you enjoy the trip and experience, and may it be a prelude for many more opportunities in your life. You have worked hard to earn this opportunity and have helped many--always with humility and passion. We hope you have a wonderful time and we will all be watching.
Good luck and best wishes,
Friends in Texas
What wonderful news, not only for you, but for all purple martin landlords. You are a perfect choice to present this show, and many will be pulling for you in spirit. May you enjoy the trip and experience, and may it be a prelude for many more opportunities in your life. You have worked hard to earn this opportunity and have helped many--always with humility and passion. We hope you have a wonderful time and we will all be watching.
Good luck and best wishes,
Friends in Texas
~~TEAMED WITH A MARTIN GODDESS~~
Member/Mentor-PMCA. I do regular nestchecks and participate in PROJECT MARTINWATCH!! Coordinated 3 geolocator studies-2009, 2010 & 2013. State and Fed licensed bander (retired Jan., 2020)
Member/Mentor-PMCA. I do regular nestchecks and participate in PROJECT MARTINWATCH!! Coordinated 3 geolocator studies-2009, 2010 & 2013. State and Fed licensed bander (retired Jan., 2020)
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Larry, Congratulations on being selected to appear on such a great show to introduce Purple Martin natural gourds to untold thousands of americans and others. We are looking forward to seeing you there as we are passing the word to friends and family. Enjoy your trip and good luck. Bill
Hey Larry,
Congratulations! I know you will do a great job in promoting purple martin conservation! There are a lot of people in this country who don't know what a martin is. That is going to change with you on the show!
Gary
Congratulations! I know you will do a great job in promoting purple martin conservation! There are a lot of people in this country who don't know what a martin is. That is going to change with you on the show!
Gary
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LarryMelcher/KY
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Friends,
Thanks so much for the encouragement. I am more nervous of saying the right thing for the purple martin landlords that will be watching. I have spoke at several birding events and have had several Purple Martin programs at Bernheim Forest, so I am as ready as I will ever be.
Wish me luck. The Purple Martins need this publicity desperately. I hope we see less slum houses and more serious landlords... Not just from this, but period.
Keep your fingers crossed for me. I will do my best to speak for the Purple Martins we all love and enjoy.
And yes, I did ask... "Why Me?"..... smile.
I'm ready. Lets go !!!
Thanks so much for the encouragement. I am more nervous of saying the right thing for the purple martin landlords that will be watching. I have spoke at several birding events and have had several Purple Martin programs at Bernheim Forest, so I am as ready as I will ever be.
Wish me luck. The Purple Martins need this publicity desperately. I hope we see less slum houses and more serious landlords... Not just from this, but period.
Keep your fingers crossed for me. I will do my best to speak for the Purple Martins we all love and enjoy.
And yes, I did ask... "Why Me?"..... smile.
I'm ready. Lets go !!!
I manage 2 public sites, and one at home, for a total of 172 cavities. Board Member / Non Profit PMCA.
Find videos that I edit for the PMCA Youtube channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/PurpleMartinPMCA
Find videos that I edit for the PMCA Youtube channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/PurpleMartinPMCA
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Emil Pampell-Tx
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Great deal, Larry, and I will be watching. My wife watches Martha, and I told her to get me when your program starts.
I bet that you will do an excellent job, especially since you have already given some presentations. Even if you do make a slight mistake, you surely will do better than most other people can do...good luck!
I bet that you will do an excellent job, especially since you have already given some presentations. Even if you do make a slight mistake, you surely will do better than most other people can do...good luck!
PMCA Member, 250 gourds, 6 poles, 2traps
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Tim Mangan-Kansas
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Larry:
No doubt in my mind you will do an excellent job in promoting martins. Congratulations and hope you have a safe trip.
Tim
No doubt in my mind you will do an excellent job in promoting martins. Congratulations and hope you have a safe trip.
Tim
Licensed Bander
2015 - 14 Pair - fledged 68
2014 - Moved to Kansas - 7 Pair, 35 eggs, 28 fledged in first year
2010 Thru 2013 - Moved-Tried to start new colony
2009 - 46 pair, 217 eggs, 178 fledged
2015 - 14 Pair - fledged 68
2014 - Moved to Kansas - 7 Pair, 35 eggs, 28 fledged in first year
2010 Thru 2013 - Moved-Tried to start new colony
2009 - 46 pair, 217 eggs, 178 fledged
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pugsleyhall
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Larry,
I think it is wonderful you will be on Martha, I think it will encourage many more ladies who watch her to get the Purple Martin fever. Congratulations and tell Martha we all say hello!
Melissa
I think it is wonderful you will be on Martha, I think it will encourage many more ladies who watch her to get the Purple Martin fever. Congratulations and tell Martha we all say hello!
Melissa
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LarryMelcher/KY
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Thanks friends !!
I have been going a little crazy at home trying to make sure I have everything I need. It is so hard for me not to bring "this or that"... The producers have this down to an art. They are professionals and will make me shine ( as much as they can... if that's possible )
My wife says, "You're not nervous at all, are you?" I am nervous just a little, but years ago I DJed wedding receptions and lately I have been the game announcer at my daughters high school soccer team.
This will be easy for me to talk about. I am about as engrossed in the Purple Martin hobby as anyone, and what helps me to be most confident is everything I read from all of you on the forums is what I have learned and will have the opportunity to share. There is NOTHING like actual backyard experience. I'll give you an example. Martha's producer asked me about the PPCA glue used to attach tunnels and access ports. She asked a very good question about if the glue was safe for the birds. .... I got nervous. What if she asks me stuff like that , that I really don't know how to answer correctly. Then it came on like a light bulb over my head. "The glue has been proven in backyards all over the country. I use it because that is what all the landlords seem to be using without any side affects."
I have been going a little crazy at home trying to make sure I have everything I need. It is so hard for me not to bring "this or that"... The producers have this down to an art. They are professionals and will make me shine ( as much as they can... if that's possible )
My wife says, "You're not nervous at all, are you?" I am nervous just a little, but years ago I DJed wedding receptions and lately I have been the game announcer at my daughters high school soccer team.
This will be easy for me to talk about. I am about as engrossed in the Purple Martin hobby as anyone, and what helps me to be most confident is everything I read from all of you on the forums is what I have learned and will have the opportunity to share. There is NOTHING like actual backyard experience. I'll give you an example. Martha's producer asked me about the PPCA glue used to attach tunnels and access ports. She asked a very good question about if the glue was safe for the birds. .... I got nervous. What if she asks me stuff like that , that I really don't know how to answer correctly. Then it came on like a light bulb over my head. "The glue has been proven in backyards all over the country. I use it because that is what all the landlords seem to be using without any side affects."
I manage 2 public sites, and one at home, for a total of 172 cavities. Board Member / Non Profit PMCA.
Find videos that I edit for the PMCA Youtube channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/PurpleMartinPMCA
Find videos that I edit for the PMCA Youtube channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/PurpleMartinPMCA
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LarryL-MN
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Congratulations Larry. They could not have found a better representative. Don't worry about making a mistake, everyone does. Just have fun and enjoy the experience.
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Bob Buskas
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Congrats Larry........ your the man! I will be watching for sure. Happy for you and proud of you.
Bob Buskas, Alberta, Canada (The Northern Sky's Colony) Supplimental feeding is the key during bad weather, but you must train them to feed ahead of time.
my DVR is set .good luck
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KathyF
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I can't wait to see it Larry!!! My DVR is set too. They have picked the absolute best spokesperson for the Purple martin!!!
Dude - feeling any pressure now with all of us watching???
Dude - feeling any pressure now with all of us watching???
"Sometimes", said Pooh, "the smallest things take up the most room in your heart."
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2023 - 82 pair
2022 - 80 pair
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2020 - 78 pair
2019 - 80 pair
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Jim Spetzman
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Just watched it! Very good job Larry!!!
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Louise Chambers
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yup, he did a terrific job - thanks, Larry, for being a wonderful spokesman for martins.