trees and p martins

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redballoon
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Joined: Tue Mar 29, 2016 6:27 pm
Location: Lebanon, ORegon

if the trees around the colony are so high that the only thing they need to navigate are the trunks does that still have the same implications? I can put my new houses next to a major river here in oregon and the branches start at approx 40 feet high in a few pines. Seems like there is a lot of navigation room in and out..but i am a novice. Only have limited time, really could use some experience on this.
tonyg
Posts: 1520
Joined: Fri Feb 27, 2009 4:16 pm
Location: Olpe, KS
Martin Colony History: 22 year landlord, 14 at current residence..offering 9 racks and a homemade T-8 for 166 total cavities. 160 Pair in 2018 Racks consist of a Deluxe 12, AAA 16, Starburst 16, 2 K-18 Series, Super 24, 2 Gemini, Multi-purpose/two trio’s/4gourds and a T-8..Great hobby to be involved in..

A pic of your site would give us a better view of what your dealing with..as long as you a couple of open flyways to your site, your chances increase..and keep your housing at least 50 ft from the taller trees..and the same from your buildings..good luck..
22 year landlord..9 Rack Systems for 2018 and my home built T-8 for a total of 166 cavities..160 pair in 2018 ..SUPER COLONY!!! Love You Bev... Fan of those St. Louis Cardinals!!!!!
William A
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Joined: Sun Feb 23, 2014 11:35 am
Location: AL/Marion

Hope you are able to post some pics of your site soon so we can help. Good luck
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