Purple Martin Forum

Congratulations Carlton! I know that had to make your day.

Congratulations Ray! Hope you have a great season.

Can't think of anyone who deserves a colony of Purple Martins more than you Tony! Rootin' for you from VA :-))

Very nice brochure John. I make and use these on all my Blue Bird poles too. Thanks for posting the PDF.

Congratulations Don. I know it is still chilly in your area but just think, those martins are probably looking for a nice warm place to spend the night (in your housing). Best of Luck for the season.

Thats a long drive for me too, but I love me some real NC BBQ so we will give it some thought.

I started seeing a few Robins about 10 days ago here in VA and each day there have been more. Today, for the first time, our sky turned dark with birds. Only problem is, they are all Black Birds by the thousands

It's wonderful to read your report Ron. It sounds like those martins are rushing you along this year so they are probably glad to be home at your place Like everyone, I am looking forward to seeing lots of your amazing photos this season. Best of Luck !!

Thanks Debbie. I am going to follow your guideline this year to see if I can raise a better crop

I heard how many you raised from those plants... Wow! I need to know your secret. I checked the dry gourds I have but they were not as large as you needed. My last year crop of 12 is still drying too.

That's Fabulous news Debbie and I'm so glad to see your report !! It sounds like your site is catching on fast. Best of Luck for a wonderful martin season :-)

That is an excellent looking gourd rack John. It looks like you have a perfect area for martins. Hope your colony fills up this season!

Sounds like a perfect morning Diane Hoping I can do the same in April.

Congratulations Emil.... and all those that have their first PM's.

Congratulations Griddog!! I can't think of a better way to start a weekend either

Wish you the best of Luck starting that colony this season Bill. I know the anxiety of trying year after year can bring. Last year was the first year I had many-many visitors at the end of the season so I am hoping for a big surprise this year too!!

Beautiful pictures Ray. Your photos seem to get better and better

Yes, this is an outstanding video and I have watched it several times. It is great with a morning cup of coffee and really helps pass the winter down time!

I look forward to the day I may be able to retire my CD too :-)) However, for now I play it early morning mostly. Last year I would sometimes turn it on about 10 or 11 a.m. and within 2 minutes there would be 8 or 10 martins circling. They seemed to come from nowhere and hang around for an hour or so.

Thanks for the wonderful additions to the PMCA forum and programs. And, Thanks and Congratulations to Larry