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Dear friend of Purple Martins and the PMCA, For nearly 30 years we have partnered with you to house and manage Purple Martins. Many of you have shared with us your stories of dedication. Incorporating your insights, we work with manufacturers to build products to best serve landlords and Purple Martins. By making your purchase through the PMCA, you have the satisfaction of knowing all proceeds go towards our education and research. Thank you for your purchase from the PMCA Martin Market Place today, and for contributing to ensure the future of Purple Martins.

Join the PMCA today. Your membership supports our research and education efforts to stop the decline of the Purple Martin population. We know that each martin in the sky comes from a dedicated landlord such as you. We appreciate that many of you are members of the Purple Martin Conservation Association—the largest and oldest nonprofit dedicated solely to Purple Martins. As a member, you enjoy discounts on products, you receive the only quarterly magazine dedicated to Purple Martins, and you have the satisfaction of knowing you are helping to preserve this beloved species.

To join at the regular level of membership, go to our website at www.purplemartin.org or mail a check, payable to the PMCA, 301 Peninsula Dr., Suite 6, Erie, PA 16505. • $26 / Student/Senior/Education • $33 / Basic • $35 / Canadian • $50 / Patron • $75 / Supporter • $150 / Benefactor • $200 / Conservator • $500 / Sustainer

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A. Dawnsong CD (DSCD)Dawnsong is the song the adult male Purple Martin sings before dawn specifically to attract other martins to the site.• 74 minutes, 16-page instructional booklet included • Helps martins notice your site• High quality recording$15.15 Member / $15.95 Non-member

B. Purple Martin Decoys (DECOY)Help draw martins to your siteDecoys help convince cavity-hunting martins that your site is already colonized. Enhance your chances of establishing an active colony.• Life-sized adult male decoys• Highly detailed plastic, 7" in length, weight 1.5 oz• Ready to mount on a gourd or houseSingle $6.60 Member / $6.95 Non-member 4-Pack $21.80 Member / $22.95 Non-member

C. Daytime Chatter CD (CHAT)Hear the beautiful chirps and gurgles of over 30 martins at a thriving colony site. Use along with the Dawngsong CD and Decoys to help attract martins.• 74 minutes, 16-page instructional booklet included• Helps martins notice your site• High quality recording$15.15 Member / $15.95 Non-member

A–C. Purple Martin Attraction Bundle (ATTRACT)All the best attraction tools in one bundle Includes: Dawnsong CD, Daytime Chatter CD and two Purple Martin Decoys$37.00 Member / $38.95 Non-Member

D. Songbird Magnet (SBM)Entice Purple Martins and your other favorite songbirds to your yard. No need for a separate player! • Easy to use• Water and weather resistant• Can be used with a timer or

comes on automatically at dawn• Comes with 50' cord$52.20 Member $54.95 Non-Member

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A. PMCA Excluder® Gourds (EG)Molded from a natural gourd, offers a large nesting cavity and comes with free inside and outside porches. An additional portion of every sale supports the research and education efforts of the Purple Martin Conservation Association.• Large, 10½" high-density polyethylene plastic• Seamless, one-piece, opaque and UV protected • Screw-on access cap for easier nest checks, nest replacements and clean-outs• Ribbed canopy helps keep rain out and provides perching area• Free heavy-duty grooved plastic inside & outside porches• Only gourd on the market with the Excluder® and Modified Excluder®

entrance—great for keeping European Starlings out• Drilled with 5/16" hanging holes (need enlarged to ⅜" for use on gourd racks)• Convenient fill line on outside of the gourd to help with adding nesting

material Choose from 4 different entrances: starling-resistant Excluder® II (E), Modified (M), Crescent entrance (C), or Round (R).

Member Non-member 2-pack $43.65 $45.95 4-pack $86.40 $90.95 6-pack $123.45 $129.95 8-pack $158.60 $166.95 12-pack $241.25 $253.95 18-pack $346.70 $364.95 24-pack $451.20 $474.95 *other quantities available online

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B. Excluder® Gourd Trap (EGT)Need to trap starlings and house sparrows in your Excluder® Gourds? This trap easily inserts into Excluder® Gourds without removing the inside porches. Has an easy to use shutter mechanism with closed door indicator.$19.90 Member / $20.95 Non-member

C. Excluder® Gourd Owl Guards (EGOG)Protect your martins from aerial attack.Guards deter owl access. Easily installed, stainless steel screws provided. Only works with PMCA Excluder® Gourd (sold separately).$6.60 Member / $6.95 Non-member

D. Heavy-Duty Replacement Caps (HDCAP)Long-lasting gourd caps with UV treatment—no need for liners!Made out of a heavy polyethylene with UV treatment. Caps are ribbed for easy removal. $2.60 Member / $2.75 Non-member

E. Martin Gourd Insert Trap for PMCA Excluder® and SuperGourds* (MGIT)Quickly and easily catch House Sparrows or European Starlings. This durable metal trap has a highly visible shutter, so you can see your trap has been sprung from a distance. Easy snap in/out installation. No tools required. Fully assembled. Does not work on any other plastic or natural gourd. Must remove interior porch for use. *SuperGourds sold on page 7.$14.20 Member / $14.95 Non-member

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A. Troyer Gourds (TGR/TGCON)Classic gourd shape along with added owl, hawk and raccoon protection from a tunnel.• One-piece, 13" deep high-density

polyethylene plastic• Access port with heavy-duty twist-

off cap• Internal traction pad for easy exit/

entrance• 4 drillable locations for ventilation• Built-in wing entrapment protectors

on Conley 2 entrances• ⅜" hanging hole drilled front to

backChoose from 2 entrances, round entrances (TGR) or starling-resistant Conley 2 entrances (TGCON).

Use with horizontal arms.

B. Troyer Tunnel (TT)/ Troyer Tunnel for Natural Gourds (TTN)Easily convert any Troyer or Natural Gourd into a Conley 2 entrance to help keep out European Starlings.

Tunnel fits over the neck of a Troyer Horizontal Gourd (sold online). Plastic pop-screws (included)

secure the tunnel to the gourd. Comes with a wide, molded-in porch. Available in starling-resistant Conley 2 entrances, with built-in wing entrapment protectors, or round entrances (R). A 3⅞" hole must be cut into your gourd. Troyer Tunnel for natural gourds (TTN) has an added traction step-up.$9.45 Member / $9.95 Non-member

C. Troyer Tunnel Door Stop (TTSTOP)These plastic door stops are an easy way to block your Troyer Tunnels before your martins arrive. (Not shown)

$1.85 Member / $1.95 Non-member

D. Troyer Tunnel Trap (TTT)Simple and easy-to-use trap for the Troyer Tunnels helps control House Sparrows and starlings. Two-piece trap consists of

aluminum shutter and trip wire. Easily installed in seconds. Works with any Troyer Tunnel (not included). $8.50 Member

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Member Non-member 2-pack $44.60 $46.95 4-pack $77.85 $81.95 6-pack $113.95 $119.95 8-pack $144.35 $151.95 12-pack $207.05 $217.95 18-pack $295.40 $310.95 24-pack $414.15 $435.95*other quantities available online

Troyer Horizontal Gourds available on our website.


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F. SuperGourd Porches (SGP) Add perching area to your crescent SuperGourds with inside and outside porches. These ribbed, plastic porches bolt securely on both the inside and outside of SuperGourds allowing martins easier entry through the starling-resistant entry holes. Porches come pre-drilled.

(Set of 2) $4.75 Member / $5.00 Non-memberOnly for crescent entrances.

G. Adapter Plate with Troyer Tunnel (SGXC) Easily converts your Round SuperGourds to Starling-Resistant! Add a Troyer Tunnel with the starling-resistant Conley 2 entrance to your SuperGourd. Includes adapter plate, Troyer Tunnel with Conley 2 entrance and stainless mounting hardware. Customer will need to enlarge original entrance.

Member Non-member 4-pack $37.95 $39.95 8-pack $71.20 $74.95 12-pack $104.45 $109.95

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2-pack $42.70 $44.95 4-pack $79.95 $83.95 6-pack $114.90 $120.95 8-pack $148.95 $155.95 12-pack $216.55 $227.95 18-pack $323.90 $340.95 24-pack $417.95 $439.95

E. SuperGourds (SG)Has all the advantages of a natural gourd, plus the added benefits of low maintenance, and easy, water-tight access.• One-piece, 10" in diameter, 7 drainage

holes.• Made of high-density polyethylene plastic

with ultraviolet inhibitors. • Access port with a watertight heavy-

duty screw-on cap for nest checks, nest replacements, or end-of-season clean-outs.

• Ribbed rain canopy doubles as a perching platform.

• Drilled with 7/32" hanging holes (need enlarged to ⅜" for use on gourd racks).

Choose from starling-resistant Crescent entrance (C) or Round (R).

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A. Heavy-Duty Replacement Caps (HDCAP)Long-lasting gourd caps with UV treatment—no need for liners!Made out of a heavy polyethylene and UV treated. Caps are ribbed for easy removal. Can be used with SuperGourds, Excluder® Gourds and Troyer Gourds. Will not fit Natural Gourd Access Ports. $2.60 Member / $2.75 Non-member

B. Replacement Caps (CAP)Replacement screw-on caps for SuperGourds, Excluder® Gourds and Troyer Gourds. Black Cap Liners (not included) are recommended. Will not fit Natural Gourd Access Ports.


C. Black Cap Liners (BCL)Replace your worn-out gourd cap liners and give your martins a dark cavity. Made from the insulation material Depron (a recycled material), they snap in place and create a tight seal. Laser cut, 100% water repellent, and do not conduct heat. They fit perfectly in Excluder® gourds, SuperGourds and Troyer gourds. $1.65 Member / $1.75 Non-member

D. Gourd Vents (GV)Try these two piece gourd vents to help keep your martins cool. Add ventilation to gourds or even some houses. Comes with elbow vent and outer plug to block vent during cool temperatures. Can be installed on gourd or cap.


E. Gourd Canopies (GC)Give your martins protection from rain and added perching space with the addition of these attractive canopies. Aluminum roof canopies will attach to any gourd, large or small, natural or plastic, with a bead of 100% silicone caulking (not included). Canopies double as perching platforms. Mounting instructions included.


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PORCHES and PORTSF. Snyder Porches (SP) Same excellent porches used on the PMCA Excluder® gourds—works on most plastic and natural gourds. Porches are grooved, measure 4" x 3", and are made of durable, heavy-duty plastic. Porches are sold in sets of 2, 1 inner porch, 1 outer porch; hardware included. Will work with most starling-resistant entrances including SuperGourds. Does not work on Natureline.


G. Aluminum Porches (AP)Give your martins a perching area and make it easier to access starling-resistant entrances. Constructed of textured aluminum with rolled safety edge, these porches measure 3½" x 3½" and can be mounted inside or outside with screws (not provided) on most plastic or natural gourds. Porches can also be mounted on wooden or metal houses. Sold singly.


H. Porches for Plastic Gourds (GP) One-piece aluminum porch clips over crescent entrances.Porch is 2¾" long x 2¾" wide, both inside and out (total length 5¾"). Porches should be secured with pop rivets or nuts and bolts (not included). Works on crescent SuperGourds, not for round entrances.


I. Natural Gourd Access Ports (NGAP)A great option for adding waterproof access to your natural gourds! Threaded entrance ports are made of sturdy plastic material, and include caps that unscrew for easy access. Neck of port is 4" in diameter. Instructions for attaching port to gourds are included. Caps include liners. Sold singly.



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A. Gourd Rack Starter Bundle (GRSB)All you need to add are Purple Martins! Now with taller pole and improved pulley system!This high-quality Gourd Rack Starter Bundle is PMCA approved for both wanna-be landlords trying for their first pair of Purple Martins and established landlords looking to expand their sites. We created this all-in-one Starter Bundle to supply everything you need in an easy-to-order package and built in great savings too.Includes:• 6-unit Deluxe Gourd Rack with 14' tall x 2" square aluminum pole, ground

stake, rope and 4-part pulley system, top perch and gourd arms

• Either 6 PMCA Excluder® Gourds (GRSBEG) or Troyer Gourds (GRSB), with your choice of entrance

• Predator guard (GUARDC)• Attraction tools; Dawnsong CD and Decoy• Enjoying Purple Martins More booklet $375.20 Member / $394.95 Non-member

Gourd Rack Starter Bundle Upgrade (GRSBUP)Want to upgrade your Starter Bundle? Expand from your starter gourd rack to 12 gourds with this complete upgrade. This bundle upgrade includes:• 6 PMCA Excluder® (entrance choice of starling-resistant crescent, Modified

Excluder®, Excluder® II or round) or Troyer Gourds (entrance choice of starling-resistant Conley 2 or round)

• 2' extension piece to raise your system to a height of 14' • Second level of gourd hanging arms


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B. Silver Series Gourd Rack Bundle (SSGRB)Everything you need for a 12-unit gourd rack at an amazing price!This bundle includes:• 12-unit Silver Series Deluxe Gourd

Rack with aluminum arms, 2" square aluminum pole, ground stake, rope and pulleys, top perch and hardware

• 12 PMCA Excluder® Gourds entrance choice: starling-resistant Crescent, Excluder® II, Modified Excluder® or regular Round entrances

• Predator Guard (GUARDC), to protect your martins from climbing predators


C. Gold Series Premium Gourd Rack Bundle (GSGRB)Looking for a high-quality, complete gourd rack? Includes:• 12-unit Gold Series Deluxe Gourd Rack with stainless

steel arms, 2" square aluminum pole, ground stake, rope and pulleys, top perch and hardware

• 12 PMCA Excluder® Gourds, entrance choice: starling-resistant Crescent, Excluder® II, Modified Excluder® or regular Round entrances

• Quick Release Predator Guard (QRG2), to protect your martins from climbing predators


D. First Martin 4-Unit Gourd Rack Bundle (FMGRB)Affordable and functional, great for new sites! Includes: • 12' aluminum pole (1" diameter

Schedule 40) with ground socket

• 4 gourd hanging arms• Rope & pulley system • Installed height is 12'-2"• Comes with 4 Troyer Gourds,

your choice of starling-resistant Conley 2 or round entrances.


First Martin Gourd Rack (without gourds) (FMGR)$131.05 Member / $137.95 Non-member

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Deluxe Gourd Racks (DGR)Raising and lowering this gourd rack is easy, thanks to the four-part pulley system and nylon glide buttons. The Deluxe Gourd Racks come in 6, 12, 18 or 24-units. • 2" square aluminum pole with ground stake, installed height is 14'• Includes polyester rope, rope cleat, and corrosion-resistant hardware• ⅜" arms, assembled hub and pole cap and cotter pins • Top perch rods• Will hold natural or plastic gourds• Owl Guards (GROG) and predator guard (QRG2 or GUARDC) are

recommended, not included. Purchase horizontal arms (H) for Troyer gourds. For SuperGourds, Natureline, Excluder® gourds and all other types of gourds, purchase vertical arms (V).

Gourds not included.

Ultimate Deluxe Gourd Rack (DGR3ULT) Want the top-of-the-line right away? Get a 24-unit Deluxe Gourd Rack with stainless steel arms, 3" pole and winch and cable system for a special price.Includes a 24-unit Gold Series Deluxe Gourd Rack with stainless steel arms, 3" square 16' aluminum pole and brake winch and cable system. Gourds not included.


SILVER SERIES Member Non-member6-unit (DGRS6) $252.65 $265.9512-unit (DGRS12) $281.15 $295.9518-unit (DGRS18) $342.90 $360.9524-unit (DGRS24) $385.65 $405.95

GOLD SERIES Member Non-member6-unit (DGRG6) $284.95 $299.9512-unit (DGRG12) $313.45 $329.9518-unit (DGRG18) $360.95 $379.9524-unit (DGRG24) $410.35 $431.95

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Member Non-memberDGR12 to 3" Pole $303.95 $319.95 (DGR12up3) DGR18 to 3" Pole $322.95 $339.95(DGR18up3) DGR24 to 3" Pole $341.95 $359.95(DGR24up3)

GOURD RACK ADD-ONSSave money by buying these add-ons with your gourd rack today!

DGR 2" Pole Winch Add-on (DGRWA)Adds a winch and cable, plus an extra 2' of height to Deluxe Gourd Rack System (DGR6/12/18/24). Comes with a 2' extension, a large custom pulley, heavy-duty brake winch, winch mounting brackets, stainless cable, hardware. $132.95 Member / $139.95 Non-member

DGR 3" Pole Add-on (DGR3P)Want extra stability and height for your Deluxe Gourd Racks? Now you can have your 6, 12, 18, or 24-unit gourd rack on a 16' tall 3" high-quality aluminum pole! This product can only be ordered while ordering a DGR system; if you already have a DGR system, use the DGR 3" Pole Upgrade.$109.20 Member / $114.95 Non-member

DGR 3" Pole Winch Add-on (DGR3PWA)For those purchasing a Deluxe Gourd Rack System (DGR6/12/18/24) with a 3" pole add a winch and cable system. This product can only be ordered while ordering a DGR system. $109.20 Member / $114.95 Non-member

DGR Extension (DGREXT)This extension pole will increase your Deluxe Gourd Rack height by 2'. Should not exceed 16' in height. $47.45 Member / $49.95 Non-member

GOURD RACK UPGRADESAlready have your gourd rack? Consider these upgrades.

DGR 2" Pole Winch Upgrade (DGRWU)Add a winch and cable plus an extra 2' of height. Includes 2' extension, pulley, heavy duty brake winch, winch mounting brackets, stainless cable and hardware. Should not exceed 16' in height.$189.95 Member / $199.95 Non-member

DGR 3" Pole UpgradeHave a Deluxe Gourd Rack but want to upgrade to a 3" pole? Includes 16' high, 3" square aluminum pole, hub expansion brackets and hardware.

Gourd Racks18-Unit (DGRG18) 24-Unit (DGRG24)


Fountain of Success Gourd Rack (FSGR)An eye-catching, elegant gourd rack that will add beauty to your yard! 12 removable stainless steel arms create a flow to hang either vertical gourds (Exlcuder® Gourds, SuperGourds) or horizontal gourds (Troyer Gourds). Gourd Rack includes:• 2" square aluminum pole with ground

stake, 14' installed height• 4-part pulley system• Top perches are included Choose between vertical (V) or horizontal (H) gourd arms. Gourds not included. $341.95 Member $359.95 Non-member

Mix’nMatch Gourd Rack (MNMGR)What a great way to start or expand your martin colony with this specially designed gourd rack! Hang your favorite gourds of any type—Excluder® Gourds, SuperGourds, Troyer Gourds or natural gourds on this unique Mix’nMatch gourd rack. No need to decide between Vertical or Horizontal arms—these arms will work with any gourd! • Holds up to 12 gourds of any type• Comes with 2" square aluminum pole with a ground stake• 4-part pulley system with rope • 14' installed height Everything from the ground stake to the top perch is included. Gourds not included. $246.95 Member $259.95 Non-member

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Have a 2" square pole? Use the Quick Release

Pole Guard (QRG2) or the GuardC. Upgraded to a

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Gourd Rack Owl Guards (GROG)Protect your gourd rack from aerial predators.Owl Guards provide an effective means of preventing raids by aerial predators (hawks, owls and crows) at your colony site. The curved aluminum rods attach easily to the metal arms and prevent owls from clinging to the gourd’s entrance. Guards are held in place with aluminum clips fastened by 2 stainless steel nuts and bolts. Owl Guards work on the Deluxe, Expandable and Trendsetter Gourd Racks. Use with vertical arms.

Replacement Arms (DGRARM)Replacement arms for your Deluxe Gourd Rack Systems. Gold Series arms are stainless steel, Silver Series arms are aluminum. Sold in sets of 6 (enough for one level.) For single quantities please contact the PMCA. Available in either Vertical (V) or Horizontal (H) arms.

Deluxe Gourd Rack Add-A-SectionIncrease your gourd rack easily with these Add-A-SectionsExpand your 12 or 18-unit gourd rack to a 24-unit with the addition of replacement hubs and additional gourd arms. Available with Vertical (V) or Horizontal (H) arms.

DGR 2" Pole Ground Stake (DGRGS)Replacement ground stake for the 2" square pole on the Deluxe Gourd Racks.$56.95 Member / $59.95 Non-member

Brake Winch Adapter (BWRH)Removable winch handle helps secure your martin housing.Includes adapter which threads onto your existing winch and handle that slips over the adapter and removes easily for storage. Without the handle, unauthorized persons can’t lower your housing unless they bring tools along. Works on brake winches for T14 Mounting kits, Multipurpose Pole Winch systems, Deluxe Gourd Rack Winch systems. Extra adapters (BWRHA) are available if you want to protect more than one system with only one handle.Handle & Adapter $31.30 Member / $32.95 Non-member Extra Adapter Kit $14.20 Member / $14.95 Non-member(BWRHA)

GOLD SERIES Member Non-member12- to 24-unit $177.60 $186.95 (12UP24G) 18- to 24-unit $115.85 $121.95 (18UP24S)

SILVER SERIES Member Non-member12- to 24-unit $153.85 $161.95 (12UP24G) 18- to 24-unit $99.70 $104.95 (18UP24S)

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Gold Series Set of 6 (DGRARMG6) $59.80 $62.95 Silver Series Set of 6 (DGRARMS6) $35.10 $36.95

Member Non-memberSet of 6 (GROG6) $47.45 $49.95 Set of 12 (GROG12) $83.55 $87.95 Set of 18 (GROG18) $115.85 $121.95 Set of 24 (GROG24) $145.30 $152.95


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A. PMCA Repeating Bait Trap (RBT)• Self-resetting to capture multiple House Sparrows and European Starlings. • Can be placed on the ground or a platform, measures approx. 19" x 14" x 11". • Galvanized steel trap includes a slide-out aluminum bait tray, adjustable

counterweight on the pivoting trap chamber, an access door for removing trapped birds, an outer porch and a carrying handle.

• When supplied with food and water, trapped birds serve as decoys to attract more target birds.


B. Songbird Essentials—Wire Sparrow Trap (SEST1)• Two trapping chambers, each can catch one sparrow before reset. • Use white bread or sparrow nest material as bait, and keep some House

Sparrows in the center holding compartment with food and water as decoys. • Measures approx. 6½" x 18" x 10¼".

• Fully assembled, with a quick-release mounting bracket and two bait dishes.$58.85 Member / $61.95 Non-member

C. V-Top Trap Plans (VTTP)This walk-in trap catches European Starlings and House Sparrows quickly. This trap never needs to be reset; target birds enter through the V-shaped top entrance, and can’t find their way out. Trapped birds act as decoys, luring more birds into the trap. (Any non-target birds can be released, unharmed.) The 5' x 5' x 8' frame breaks down for storage, and sets up easily.$12.30 Member / $12.95 Non-member

Dealing with Non-Native SpeciesBoth the House Sparrow and European Starling are non-native species and should never be permitted to nest in martin housing. They will take over martin compartments, destroy eggs and kill nestlings. They can also prevent martins from nesting and often injure or kill adults. Successful martin landlords do not tolerate these non-native competitors. Starlings and House Sparrows are not protected and may be legally controlled by trapping or shooting.

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D. Starling/House Sparrow Nest-box Trap (STHS)Works great during the nesting season to trap both starlings and sparrows!• PMCA-designed Starling & House Sparrow

nest-box trap• All-metal, squirrel-proof trap mechanism • Constructed of durable cedar• Captures European Starlings and House

Sparrows alive. Must be reset after each capture

$ 65.50 Member / $68.95 Non-member

E. PMCA Universal Sparrow Traps (UST/DUST)• Both traps fit inside spaces that

accommodate their 4¼" x 4¾" x 5" dimensions with the entrance holes aligned (2 5/16" opening)

• Birds are captured alive and unharmed. • Regular Universal Sparrow Trap works best

with round entrances• Deluxe Universal Sparrow trap works best in

starling-resistant entrances

Universal Sparrow Trap (UST) $20.85 Member / $21.95 Non-memberDeluxe Universal Sparrow Trap (DUST) $22.75 Member / $23.95 Non-member

F. One Fits All Trap (OFA)• Wide entrances makes it very effective for

capturing House Sparrows• See-through mesh on both sides and back

entices the pest bird to enter• Fits inside 6" x 6" or larger martin housing • 5 ⅜" wide x 4¾" deep x 4¼" tall • Works great with round or starling-resistant

entrances $52.20 Member / $54.95 Non-member

G. S & S Controller Plans (SSPLANS)Repeating nest-box trap mimics a martin house and automatically resets itself after capture.This 17-page booklet features 32 photos, 12 illustrations, a materials list, a cutting list, and a complete set of plans for building the trap. Requires about 8–10 hours to build.$12.30 Member / $12.95 Non-member

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A. Recycled Insert Trap (ECO)Turn your PMCA bluebird house into a House Sparrow nest-box trap.Made of heavy-duty recycled plastic, this trap will last for years. Trap measures approx. 3⅛" x 5½" and thumb-screws into the inside of any wooden bluebird house that will accommodate its dimensions, with the entrance holes aligned. $14.20 Member / $14.95 Non-member

B. Deluxe Insert Trap (INTD)Larger entrance hole and thin design makes this trap less conspicuous to suspicious House Sparrows.This all-metal insert trap thumb-screws into the inside of any wooden bluebird house that will accommodate the trap’s 3¼" x 6 3/16" dimensions, with the entrance holes and trap hole aligned. The shutter is brightly colored on both sides. Thumb screw and plastic clip included.$13.25 Member / $13.95 Non-member

C. Gilbertson Sparrow Trap (GST)Excellent choice for aluminum boxes. Designed to work on almost all bluebird nest boxes. Easily hangs in place on boxes with wall thicknesses of 3/8" or less. If mounting on a box with thicker walls, simply mount with supplied wood screws. Lightweight black plastic trap measures 2⅝" long x 1¼" wide x ⅜" thick; when tripped, the shutter adds approximately 2" to its length. $13.25 Member / $13.95 Non-member

Dealing with Native Species—Bluebirds, House Wrens, Tree Swallows If any of these native species try to nest in your martin housing, close it and put up a nestbox or gourd with a 1½" entrance, placed about 30–50' from your martin housing. House Wrens use a 1" entrance. Do not close housing if they have eggs or nestlings. Re-open the martin housing once the new housing has been accepted by the competitor.

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Quick Release Pole Guards (QRG)Highly recommended for quicker and easier nest checks, pole guard can be removed in seconds!Finally, a pole guard ingeniously designed to solve the problem of how to use a pole guard without it interfering with lowering the martin housing! Top of guard should be at least 4' off of the ground. • Pre-drilled vinyl-edged rope/cable hole• Aluminum, 8" diameter, 23½" long • Piano hinge and latch system• See-through tops to confuse predators• Installs and removes quickly, while housing is installed

Pole Guard (GUARD)Protect your birds from raccoons and snakes with this economical PMCA-designed pole guard. Installs quickly and easily; no need to remove housing from pole. The two-foot long, 8" diameter, aluminum baffle is suspended from a bracket and top plate. The smooth surface and wobbling motion of the guard will keep climbing predators out of housing. Rustproof stainless steel hardware. Comes with see-through tops to confuse predators.

For 2" Square Poles (including Deluxe Gourd Racks with 2" pole) Expandable, Fountain, Mix’nMatch, Trendsetter Gourd Racks, Multipurpose Pole and Lonestar SystemsQuick Release Guard (QRG2) $62.65 Member / $65.95 Non-member Square Pole Guard (GUARDC) $44.60 Member / $46.95 Non-member

For 3" Square Poles (including Deluxe Gourd Rack) (with 3" pole), Multipurpose Pole (3"), and T14 PoleQuick Release Guard (QRG3) $62.65 Member / $65.95 Non-member For Round Poles Fits any round metal pole with a diameter ¾" to 2⅜"Quick Release Guard (QRGA) $68.35 Member / $71.95 Non-member Adjustable Pole Guard (GUARDA) $47.45 Member / $49.95 Non-member

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A. Bed and Breakfast (BB08)Spoil your martins with food and bedding in one safe, elevated location!Whether you are offering eggshells, mealworms, nest material or mud, martins will appreciate this unique station. • Made of rust proof

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• Four trays are 9" x 9" x 1¼" and fixed to four removable arms• Installed height is 10'• Stainless steel hardware included


B. Quad Feeder (QF)Looking for an economical feeding station?This 6' station allows you to enjoy the martins at eye level. Four 9" x 9" removable trays are attached to a 2" PVC pole (included) to make refilling and cleaning a breeze. $100.65 Member / $105.95 Non-member

C. Feeding Tray (FT)This versatile aluminum feeding tray mounts practically anywhere. Attach to the sides of your wooden or aluminum house or slide the mounting arm easily onto your PMCA Deluxe Gourd Rack in place of a gourd. • Build your own feeding station with four trays on a 4" x 4" post• Tray is 9" x 9" x 1¼"• Mounting bracket included• Sold singly• Post not included$25.60 Member $26.95 Non-member

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D. Martin Bedding—Pine Straw (PS)Give your martins a head-start on nest-building. Pine straw provides insulation, drains well, and stays dry. Add to compartments just before martins arrive, and replace parasite-infested nests during the season, increasing nesting success. High-grade, non-treated dried pine straw comes in three sizes. *Cannot deliver to Canada.6 gourds/12 rooms (PS6G) $23.70 Member / $24.95 Non-member12 gourds/24 rooms (PS12G) $37.00 Member / $38.95 Non-memberBale (8 cubic ft) (PSBALE) $59.80 Member / $62.95 Non-member

E. Dried Mealworms (DMW)Be ready for bad weather! Great for supplemental feeding, these naturally dried mealworms are preservative and additive free and are a high source of protein for martins, bluebirds and any insect-eating bird. Mealworms have a long shelf life and do not need to be refrigerated. 3.5 oz bag holds approximately 2800 medium sized mealworms. Martin feeding and rehydration information included. 3.5 oz. (DWM3.5) $10.40 Member / $10.95 Non-member10 oz. (DMW10) $22.75 Member / $23.95 Non-member

F. Oyster Shells (OYSTER)Provide calcium for your martins with Oyster Shells. Crushed oyster shells are very beneficial to Purple Martins, providing calcium for strong egg shells, and for strong bones as nestlings grow. Have oyster shells available to the martins throughout the nesting season. For safety from predators, feed oyster shells in an elevated feeder or tray. Crushed shells are an ideal size for adult and nestling martins. 3 lb (OYSTER3) $15.15 Member / $15.95 Non-member6 lb (OYSTER6) $17.05 Member / $17.95 Non-member12 lb (OYSTER12) $20.85 Member / $21.95 Non-member

Emergency Feeding DVD (EFDVD) PMCA mentor Tim Shaheen demonstrates how to train your martins to accept supplemental food when natural food is scarce—offering crickets, mealworms, and even bits of cooked egg. The methods in this video are proven ways to keep your martins flying during periods of weather-related stress. VHS available (EFV) online. 13 minutes.$9.45 Member / $9.95 Non-member

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A. Purple Martin Prognosticator (PROG)Accurately monitor your colony! A must for all landlords.The ingenious 8" wheel provides the first egg date, hatch date, the age of young and the earliest fledge date. Made of weather resistant plastic. $10.40 Member / $10.95 Non-member

B. Laminated Martin Photos (LMP)Determine the sex and age of your martins! These laminated color photos follow a martin nestling from hatching day through adulthood. Especially helpful for our Scout-Arrival Study and Project MartinWatch participants. Landlords can use a 3-hole punch and place the 8½" x 11" pages in their field notebook.$7.55 Member / $7.95 Non-memberCombo Photos and Prognosticator (LMPPROG) $16.10 Member / $16.95 Non-member

C. Purple Martin Educational Poster (PMP)All you ever wanted to know about martins in an attractive full-color poster! Perfect for the classroom or public site. This 19" x 25" poster is fully waterproof and ready to be displayed to share interesting martin history and information about migration, nesting, diet and housing. $9.45 Member / $9.95 Non-member

D. Purple Martin Sanctuary Sign (PMSS)Designate your site as a haven for Purple Martins!This bright yellow 12" x 12" sign features beautiful martin artwork and is made of durable aluminum with a weatherproof, baked enamel finish. Comes with two mounting holes for installation. $19.90 Member / $20.95 Non-member

E. Stokes Purple Martin Book (PMBOOK)Great for beginners or experienced landlords, covers attracting martins, the life of a Purple Martin, colony management, western Purple Martins, history, and more. Practical ideas include designs for predator guards and how to deal with nest-site competitors. 96 pages.$15.15 Member / $15.95 Non-member

F. Enjoying Purple Martins More (EPMM)Features informative text, color photography, and line drawings. A must for every martin fan. 32 pages. Updated information!$4.70 Member / $4.95 Non-member

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G. Aluminum Starling-resistant Adapter PlatesConvert your housing from round entrances to starling-resistant Excluder® or crescent entrances with these aluminum plates. • Excluder® plate measures approx. 5½" wide x 6" high,

and is designed for use on houses only. • Crescent plate measures 5" wide x 6" high. • Install plates with your choice of screws, bolts, or pop

rivets (not included).• Use requires enlarging original entrance. • Sold singly.Excluder® Plate (SEP) $3.35 Member / $3.55 Non-member Crescent Plate (CRP) $2.80 Member / $2.95 Non-member

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Crescent Plates (PCRP) 3" x 4½"$2.45 Member $2.60 Non-member

Conley 2 Plates (PC2RP) 3" x 4⅜"$2.85 Member $3.00 Non-member

I. Wing Entrapment Protector (WEP)Concerned about possible wing entrapment? Protector comes with 2 stainless steel screws and are ⅜" thick. For use with most aluminum and plastic houses with crescent, Excluder® II and Clinger entrances. Not for use with Natureline and Troyer gourds. Sold singly.$2.14 Member/ $2.25 Non-member

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A. Trendsetter Housing SystemsWell-crafted with spacious cavities! The aluminum Trendsetter comes fully assembled and are built to last with doors that slide out for easy access. Trendsetter systems include:• 6" x 11" compartments with removable doors• 2" square aluminum pole with ground stake and winch and cable system• Insulated attic with vents• Wire mesh subfloors• Wrap-around porch/

rain guard• Porch dividers• Perch rods and top

perch• Installed height is 14' Choose between starling-resistant crescent (C) or round (R) entrances. Fully assembled. Now comes with wing entrapment protectors with the crescent entrances.

B. Trendsetter Insert Trap (TSTRAP)Easily trap sparrows or starlings in your Trendsetter systems. Fast, spring-loaded trap mechanism that can be used in all Trendsetter or Sunset Inn housing, with round, crescent or Excluder® entrances. Nest tray must be removed prior to use. $77.85 Member / $81.95 Non-member

C. Trendsetter/Cedar Suite Nest TraysMake nest checks and clean-outs easy with these nest trays for Trendsetter and Cedar Suite houses. Constructed of lightweight 7/16" wood and aluminum, these durable nest trays feature a hollowed-out nest bowl to keep eggs and nestlings together. They measure approx. 10¾" long x 5¼" wide x 2½" high. For round, crescent, and Excluder® entrances. 8 Nest Trays (TSNT8) $79.75 Member / $83.95 Non-member 12 Nest Trays (TSNT12) $113.00 Member / $118.95 Non-member

Member Non-member8 System (TS8) $574.70 $604.9512 System (TS12) $688.70 $724.9516 System (TS16) $894.85 $941.9518 System (TS18) $1092.45 $1149.9526 System (TS26) $1218.80 $1282.9528 System (TS28) $1301.45 $1369.95

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D. Trendsetter 12 Housing Bundle (TS12Bundle)Are you looking for a Trendsetter with all the extras? Bundle includes the Trendsetter 12-unit house and 2" square pole, with your choice of starling-resistant crescent or round entrances; a set of 12 Trendsetter Nest Trays, the Trendsetter Corner Perches, Universal Sparrow Trap and a Quick Release Pole Guard. $854.95 Member / $899.95 Non-member

E. Trendsetter CoversThis 100% polyester cover allows you to keep your Trendsetter house on the pole year-round, while providing protection from the elements and keeping unwanted birds out! Velcro and drawstring keep cover snug around house. 5-year warranty.

F. Ventilated Trendsetter Doors (TSVD)For those who deal with hot temperatures, these Ventilated Trendsetter Doors can help give your martins relief.

Member Non-member8 Cover (TS8COVER) $66.45 $69.9512 Cover (TS12COVER) $73.10 $76.9516 Cover (TS16COVER) $90.20 $94.9518 Cover (TS18COVER) $101.60 $106.9526 Cover (TS26COVER) $109.20 $114.9528 Cover (TS28COVER) $116.80 $122.95

Member Non-member8-pack (VTD8) $25.60 $26.9512-pack (VTD12) $36.05 $37.9518-pack (VTD18) $79.14 $83.3026-pack (VTD26) $111.10 $116.9528-pack (VTD28) $119.65 $125.95

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Multipurpose Pole (MPP)Want to take one or two martin houses off telescoping poles and mount them on a winch or pulley-operated system? Designed to hold two of any Trio “Musselman ,ˮ “Grandpa ,ˮ “Grandma ;ˮ Sunset Inn or Coates/WatersEdge houses, for a maximum of 50 pounds. Available in either a 2" or 3" pole.Multipurpose Pole includes:• 2" or 3" square aluminum pole with heavy-duty steel ground stake• 2 double-pulleys, rope and rope cleat• Top perches, universal mounting plates for houses and 4 gourd arms• 4 gourd arms to hang either vertical (V) (Excluder® or SuperGourds) or

horizontal gourds (H) (Troyer and Troyer Horizontal Gourds)• Installed height is 14'2" Pole (MPP) $256.45 Member / $269.95 Non-member3" Pole (MPP3) $332.45 Member / $349.95 Non-member

Multipurpose Pole Winch Add-on for 2" and 3" Poles (MPPWA)This winch add-on comes complete with brake winch, cable and stainless steel hardware to take the place of a rope with double pulleys. Must be purchased with the Multipurpose Pole. $128.20 Member / $134.95 Non-member

Multipurpose Pole Winch Upgrade for 2" and 3" Poles (MPPWU)This easy to mount winch upgrade makes raising and lowering your housing a breeze for those who already have a Multipurpose Pole. The brake winch, cable and stainless steel hardware replace your existing rope and pulleys. $158.60 Member / $166.95 Non-member

Multipurpose Pole Bundle with Sunset Inn Houses (MPPB)All-in-one Bundle gives you two quality houses with spacious compartments on an easy-to-use rope & pulley system. Bundle includes:• Multipurpose Pole with 2" square aluminum pole, ground stake and rope &

pulley system, installed height 14'• 2 Sunset Inn Houses with large cavities and offset entrances • Top perches, universal mounting plates for houses and 4 gourd arms

(gourds sold separately)• Quick Release Pole Guard$598.45 Member / $629.95 Non-member


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Sunset Inn System (SSIS)Housing comes assembled, with nice large cavities!System includes:• Lightweight (8 lbs) aluminum

house measuring approx 11" wide x 22" deep x 21" tall at the peak

• 6 large ventilated cavities measuring a roomy 11" wide x 5⅞" deep x 5½" tall

• Each compartment has its own porch and railing

• 2" square aluminum pole with ground stake and rope and pulley system

• Doors open easily for nest checks and attic is insulated• House comes completely assembled with your choice of starling-resistant

crescent (C) or round (R) entrances• Installed height 14'Wire mesh subfloors and other Sunset Inn accessories sold online. House is also available separately and can be used on the Multipurpose Pole. House & Pole (SSIS) $349.55 Member / $367.95 Non-memberHouse Only (SSI) $151.95 Member / $159.95 Non-member

BirdsChoice WatersEdge Martin SuitesFeatures 6" x 12" two-room suites for greater protection from predators and weather. Birds enter entrance hole and make a 90-degree turn, then enter the inner nest room through another hole. Use two houses on the Multipurpose Pole (sold separately).• Each suite has its own porch with guardrail and hinged doors for easy

access• Nest rooms have elevated subfloors• Made of durable, lightweight aluminumAvailable with starling-resistant crescent (C) or round (R) entrances. Owl guards are available online. Assembled Suites Member Non-member 4 Suites (W2A) $136.75 $143.95 6 Suites (W3A) $181.40 $190.95 8 Suites (W4A) $224.15 $235.95

Unassembled Suites Member Non-member 4 Suites (W2) $114.90 $120.95 6 Suites (W3) $142.45 $149.95 8 Suites (W4) $184.25 $193.95

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BirdsChoice Coates Telescoping Pole (CHD12)Three-piece telescoping pole with thumbscrew locks for your Coates and WatersEdge houses. It extends to over 12' after installation and is made of 16-gauge galvanized steel. Comes with ground socket. $103.50 Member / $108.95 Non-member

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A. Trio Martin “Grandpa” Safety System (MSS12)Attractive housing that is easily lowered for nest management. • Twelve 6" x 6" cavities with knockouts to enlarge compartments (PMCA

highly recommends converting this to a 6 room.)• Aluminum house includes individual flip-up doors, porch railings, dri-nest

subfloors, roof perch, door stops• 14' sectional steel pole with a rope and pulley system for easy raising

and lowering with safety lanyard lock. Includes ground socket. Assembly required.


B. Trio Pioneer “Musselman” House (M12K)Similar to the Trio “Grandpa”, but to be used with the Multipurpose Pole or telescoping pole instead of a rope and pulley system for raising and lowering. Assembly required• Twelve 6" x 6" cavities with knockouts to enlarge compartments (PMCA

highly recommends converting this to a 6 room.)• Aluminum house includes door stops, dri-nest subfloors, top perch,

mounting plate for 1¼" pole.• Mount two houses on the Multipurpose Pole (MPP) or 14' telescoping steel

pole (MPQ).• Heavy-duty telescoping pole (MPQ) has quick-lock clamps and comes with

ground socket.House w/o pole (M12K) $159.99 Member / $168.35 Non-memberHeavy-duty Pole (MPQ) $144.99 Member / $152.60 Non-member

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Trio Owl GuardsHelp protect your martins from large owls and hawks. The galvanized steel wire mesh is vinyl coated and is secured with stainless steel spring clips, which allow for quick installation and removal.

For Grandpa/Musselman (OG1) $65.99 Member / $69.40 Non-member

For Mini Castle (OGTMC) $69.99 Member / $73.70 Non-member

For Castle (OGPMC) $89.99 Member / $94.70 Non-member

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C. Trio “Castle” System (PMC24)Martins will swirl around your yard with this popular aluminum system with a winch-operated system for easy raising and lowering. • Twenty-four 6" x 6" cavities with knockouts to enlarge compartments.

(PMCA highly recommends converting this to a 12 room.)• Includes individual flip-up doors, porch railings, dri-nest subfloors, roof

perch, door stops.• Comes with a steel pole, winch and cable system. • Installed height 14'. Assembly required. $559.99 Member / $589.40 Non-member

D. Trio “Mini-Castle” System (TMC12)Attract martins to your yard with this hexagonal aluminum system. • Twelve 6" x 6" cavities with knockouts to enlarge compartments (PMCA

highly recommends converting this to a 6 room.)• Includes individual flip-up doors, porch railings, dri-nest subfloors, star roof

perch and door stops• Comes complete with galvanized steel pole and rope and pulley system with

safety lanyard lock for easy raising and lowering. Ground socket included. • Installed height 14'. Assembly required. $359.99 Member / $378.90 Non-member

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Trio Porch Dividers (PD1)Increase house occupancy by preventing male porch domination, and increase nesting success by preventing nestlings from wandering into other compartments. Aluminum dividers fit all Trio houses except Castle and Mini-Castle. Come in packs of eight, enough for one 12-unit house.$18.99 Member / $19.95 Non-member

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A. Starling-Resistant DoorsDiscourage starlings from entering your Trio martin housing by using either the crescent entrance or the Excluder® entrance with its revolutionary double-peg design. Aluminum doors fit all Trio houses. Also available as blank doors.

TRD6 6 Crescent Doors $19.90 Member / $20.95 Non-member

TRD12 12 Crescent Doors $34.15 Member / $35.95 Non-member

SED6 6 Excluder® Doors $19.90 Member / $20.95 Non-member

SED12 12 Excluder® Doors $34.15 Member / $35.95 Non-member

B. Spare-O-Door (SD1)An ingenious trap-door for catching House Sparrows that replaces any of the doors on all models of Trio brand martin houses. Simply remove the door the sparrow is using and substitute this trap door. It can also be modified to fit on your own homemade, wooden or metal nest-box trap. Comes with bird-removal device. Does not harm the birds. $36.99 Member / $38.90 Non-member

C. Trio Dri-Nest Subfloors (DN)Raise nests ¼" above floors for extra drainage, keeping the nests and nestlings drier. Available in packs of 12. Castle requires two sets. MSS12 “Grandpaˮ (DN1) $25.99 Member / $27.30 Non-member

PMC24 “Castle ,ˮ TMC12 “Mini-Castle ,ˮ MSS8 “Grandmaˮ (DN2) $25.99 Member / $27.30 Non-member

M12K “Musselmanˮ (DN3) $25.99 Member / $27.30 Non-member

D. Trio Door Stops (WDS12)These 21/8" diameter aluminum doorstops fit Trio or DuraCraft martin houses only. Sold in packages of 12.$18.99 Member / $19.95 Non-member

Trio Winch Conversion Kit (WCK)Convert your Trio Safety System (MSS12), Trio “Grandmaˮ (MSS8) or Mini-Castle (TMC12) from a rope & pulley operation to a winch and cable operation with this conversion kit. (Not shown)$55.99 Member / $58.90 Non-member

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E. Polywood T-14 Martin System (PWT14S)Made from 100% recycled plastic, the Polywood T-14 is extremely durable, comes in a white color (no need to paint!) and is built to withstand the weather. System includes Polywood T14 House (PWT14), 3" aluminum pole (T14POLE) and Mounting Kit with Brake Winch (AMKB) • Comes in a solid white color—low maintenance!• Stainless steel hardware throughout• Doors open in the front for easy nest inspection and cleaning• Stainless steel latches on all of the doors for increased durability• Large nesting cavities (6½" x 6" H x 11" D)• Offset entrances with opening choices of starling-resistant Conley plates

(CON) or round (R)Choose your roof color; white, purple or green. Polywood T-14 System (PWT14S) $949.95 Member / $999.95 Non-memberPolywood T-14 House only (PWT14) $607.95 Member / $639.95 Non-member

Cedar T-14 Martin System (T14S)System includes Cedar T14 House (T14), 3" aluminum pole (T14POLE) and Mounting Kit with Brake Winch (AMKB) Popular Amish-built martin house made from Western Red Cedar.• 14 large nesting cavities (6½" x 6¼" H x 11" D)• Can be used with wooden post (not included) or 3" metal pole (T14POLE,

not included) • Consists of four assembled, unpainted sections (two 4-unit, two 3-unit)• Doors open in the front for easy nest inspection and cleaning• Large nesting cavities (6½" W x 6¼" H x 11" D)• Offset entrances with opening choices of starling resistant Conley plates

(CON) or round (R)Also available with a Polywood roof—your choice of roof color, green or white.

Cedar T14 System (T14S) $845.45 Member / $889.95 Non-member

Cedar House (T14) $498.70 Member / $524.95 Non-member

Cedar w/Polywood Roof System (T14PRS) $873.95 Member / $919.95 Non-member

Cedar w/Polywood Roof House only (T14PR) $531.95 Member / $559.95 Non-member


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materials available. • Pole is 16' installed and includes ground stake, top cap and top perch rods. Metal pole does not include winch and cable. Customer will need to purchase T-14 Mounting Kit for Metal Pole (AMKB, see below). Please note: If you are moving your T-14 house from the wooden pole specified in the T-14 plans to this metal pole, you will need to purchase the T-14 Conversion Kit. $240.30 Member / $252.95 Non-member

A. Mounting KitsThe kit includes a brake winch, 34' of 3/16" steel cable, a pulley assembly, cable clamps, tarpaulin hook, lag bolts to secure the winch to the pole, a safety bolt, plus a winch padlock and chain. MKB is for wooden pole. AMKB (shown) is for metal pole.MKB Kit (with Brake Winch) $94.95 Member / $99.95 Non-memberAMKB Kit (with Brake Winch) $109.20 Member / $114.95 Non-member

T-14 Conversion Kit (T14POLEC)This conversion kit is designed especially for those who are removing T-14 housing from a wooden pole and installing it on the new T-14 Metal Pole. Includes all hardware to mount house on metal pole. Does not include winch and pulley. $31.30 Member / $32.95 Non-member

B. T-14 Martin House Nest Trays Nest trays make nest inspections and clean-outs a breeze. • Can be used in T-14s with either starling-resistant (oval, crescent or Conley 2)

or round entrance holes• Includes wooden tray dividers to keep the martins’ nest bowl separate from

the front of the tray. • Sold singly. • Wood/Metal Nest Trays (T14TRAY) have a wood base (with a nest bowl

shape) and metal sides for durability• Black PVC nest trays (T14PVCNT) are shipped flat and easy to fold.

PVC T14 Nest Trays (T14PVCNT) $3.55 Member / $3.75 Non-member

T14 Nest Trays (T14TRAY) $7.10 Member / $7.49 Non-member

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C. T-14 Martin House Insert Trap (T14TRAPM)Fast, spring-loaded trap mechanism makes this a very successful trap! House Sparrows and starlings will be held inside unharmed, making removal and disposal easy. Wide trap entrance allows use in both right-staggered and left-staggered entrances. Can be used in T-14s with round, oval or crescent entrance holes. Nest tray must be removed prior to use. $58.85 Member / $61.95 Non-memberAll traps require careful monitoring to avoid harming native birds, including Purple Martins, that might accidentally be captured.

D. T14 Gourd Hanging Arms (T14GHA)Easily hang four gourds from your T-14 martin house. • Each set includes two aluminum hanging brackets (enough to hang 4

gourds), and hardware.• Arms bolt to the underside of a T-14 and the gourds are secured by cotter

pins (included).• Will work with any type of plastic or natural gourd when the gourd hanging

holes are enlarged to ⅜". Gourds are sold separately.$35.10 Member / $36.95 Non-member

E. Side-Mounted Gourd Hanging Arms (SMGHA)Add four more gourds to your wooden housing. • Includes four aluminum arms, hanging brackets and hardware. • The gourds are secured by hitch pins (included). • Will work with any type of plastic or natural gourd when the gourd hanging

holes are enlarged to ⅜". Please specify vertical (V) gourd arms (for Excluder® or SuperGourds) or horizontal (H) gourd arms (for Troyer Gourds). Gourds are sold separately. $28.45 Member / $29.95 Non-member

T-14 Canvas Martin House Cover (T14C)T14C T-14 Cover $71.20 Member / $74.95 Non-member

F. T-14 Owl Guards (T14OG)Make it more difficult for owls to reach the house and its occupants. The guards mount directly to the porches, making them easy to install and remove and will not interfere with nest checks. These guards consist of 8 rods (two for each house unit), mounting clamps and stainless steel hardware.$40.80 Member / $42.95 Non-member

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A. Lonestar Alamo Martin SystemLarge cavities help protect your martins from hawks and owls. • 14 large (6" x 6" x 12") cavities• Hinged doors for nest checks• 2" square pole with ground socket and winch

& cable system• Offset entrances and individual porches to

increase occupancy• Insulated attic• Aluminum house comes fully assembled,

weighs 22 lbs. Available with either starling-resistant crescent or round entrances (includes door stops). Perching rods sold separately.

Alamo System (House & Pole) (LS14S) $674.45 Member / $709.95 Non-member

Alamo House (LS14) $452.15 Member / $475.95 Non-member

Alamo Replacement Fronts (crescent) (LS14DC) $151.95 Member / $159.95 Non-member

Perching Rods (each) (LSPR) $4.30 Member / $4.50 Non-member

B. Lonestar Metal Pole (LSPOLE)This 2" galvanized square tubing pole is electroplated with zinc for a long life. Includes electroplated zinc winch and steel cable. It comes in three sections, each about 5½' long, with 30" ground socket (included). Installed height is 16½'.$264.05 Member / $277.95 Non-member

C. Lonestar Predator Guard (LSG)This predator guard easily attaches to the pole, either above or below the winch. It is constructed of galvanized sheet metal and measures 8" in diameter and 24" in length. Designed for a 2" square pole only.$47.45 Member / $49.95 Non-member

D. Lonestar Nest Trays (LSTRAY)Nest Trays make nest checks and clean-outs extremely easy and convenient. Constructed of white pine bottom and polyimpact styrene sides, this nest tray is lightweight and can be used with any of the Lonestar houses. Sold singly.$8.30 Member / $8.75 Non-member

E. Universal Nesting Tray (UNT)Durable, lightweight tray that makes viewing and cleaning nests more convenient even in small cavities. This 5⅜" x 10¾" tray, with 2½" sides, can easily be cut with scissors to fit your compartment size. Requires assembly with glue (included) and includes a self-adhesive tread strip. Comes in packs of 6 or 12.

6-pack (UNT6) $27.50 Member / $28.95 Non-member 12-pack (UNT12) $45.55 Member / $47.95 Non-member

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F. Create-A-Rack Gourd Arms (CARGA)Easy way to hang vertical gourds. Attach to any telescoping or fixed pole with an outside diameter from 1¼" to 2½". Each set will hang three gourds, one on each arm, with aluminum hooks included. Will not work with winch or rope/pulley systems. Pole and gourds not included.$39.85 Member / $41.95 Non-member

G. Roosting Arms (RA)A great way to add gourds to a telescoping system. Fits pipes with an 1¼" OD to 2 ⅜" OD and are designed for use on telescoping or fixed poles. Will not work with winch or rope/pulley systems. Aluminum arms and mounting brackets, all stainless steel hardware. Each set contains three arms, brackets, and hardware.One Set-3 arms (RA1) $47.45 Member / $49.95 Non-member Three Sets-9 arms (RA3) $99.70 Member / $104.95 Non-member

H. Universal Gourd Hanging Arms (UGHA)Easily add 4 gourds to the bottom of your wood or aluminum housing. Comes in a set of 4 aluminum arms, please specify vertical (V) gourd arms (for PMCA Excluder® Gourds or SuperGourds) or horizontal (H) gourd arms (for Troyer and S&K Gourds.) Stainless steel hardware included. Gourds not included. $35.10 Member / $36.95 Non-member

I. Brake Winch and Worm Gear Winch (BW/WGBW)Brake winches automatically apply a constant hold should your hand slip off the handle while raising or lowering. Not recommended for housing weighing less than 50 pounds. The Worm Gear Brake Winch is powder coated, with permanently lubricated bearings. Attach a cordless drill for ease of raising and lowering. Brake Winch (BW) $73.10 Member / $76.95 Non-member Worm Gear (WGBW) $90.20 Member / $94.95 Non-member

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Orders up to $15.00 . . . . . . . . . $4.95Orders from $15.01 to $25.00 . . . . $6.95Orders from $25.01 to $35.00 . . . . $8.95Orders from $35.01 to $50.00 . . . . $9.95Orders from $50.01 to $75.00 . . . . $10.95Orders from $75.01 to $100.00 . . . $12.95Orders over $100.00 . . . . . . . . . . 13%

1Canadian Shipping Canadians should calculate shipping for orders up to $100.00 by multiplying “Merchandise Total” by 39%; 32% for orders over $100. Orders to Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia and New Brunswick must call (814-833-7656) for shipping. Canadians are responsible for paying any duty, tax, brokerage, or import fees assessed at the border.

*Shipping and Handling Chart

Returns: Please call us at 814-833-7656 for a return authorization number and a “ship toˮ address. When returning items, actual shipping charges will be deducted from the refund total, not the shipping amount paid. Customer assumes all shipping charges on returns unless the return is due to a defective product or a PMCA error.

SHIPPING: Many products in this catalog are drop-shipped directly from our suppliers and may arrive separately. Shipping may be via US Postal Service, United Parcel Service, or FedEx Ground, so include both postal and street address (if different). All items are shipped promptly, but please allow at least 7–14 days for your entire order to arrive. Overnight or rush delivery is not available.

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