Bird Feeders/Nesting Boxes-The Knox SWCD is a retailer of cedar bird feeders and nesting boxes which are manufactured through Wildlife Choice located in Pleasant Hill Ohio.  To view those boxes which are available go to www.wildlifeschoice.com  

Bat House

Bats are an important part of our ecosystem.  Each night bats eats millions of insects.  Having bats around reduced the need to use insect repellant and bug zappers. Place your bat house on a pole, house, garage, barn, tree or any structure that is at least 15 feet tall.  Position the bat house so that if faces south or southeast to get the morning sunlight.  Bats like their houses warm. The bat house is made of 7/8 kiln dried western cedar and sells $46.50.

Bluebird Nesting Box

Put this nest box near a grassy area, meadow or pasture. Features overhanging roof with ventilation and allows cover to prevent rain seepage. It also features bottom slots for drainage. The overall size of the box is 7"x10"x12" and weighs approximately 4.5 lbs. The box also has an easy opening front to allow for monitoring and cleaning. A 7/8" predator guard is also part of the box. It is also made of 7/8 kiln dried cedar and sells for $23.50.

5 lb. Hanging Bird Feeder

This bird feeder features a slide out removable aluminum screen bottom for easy cleaning and drainage. It is perfect for those winter months when you can't get to the feeder due to the weather as it will hold 5 lb of mixed seed. It measures 12" wide x 9" deep x 11.5" high and weighs 4.75 lbs. Item sells for $37.50.

Hanging Wren Box

Put this box in your backyard, in brushy areas, or along a wooded area. The feeder measures 5.5" wide x 3.5" deep and 8.5" high. It is also made of 7/8 kiln dried cedar and sells for $21.50.

Screech Owl Nest Box

Screech owls are rarely seen because they are strictly nocturnal.  They use cavities or nest boxes throughout the year.  In the spring screech owls will nest in them.  Other times during the year they will used as a protected place to eat, to store uneaten prey, and as a roost.Place 3" of dry wood chips on the floor of the box.  Mount the nest box 8 to 30 inches high on farmland, in orchards, or in the woods.The nest box is made of 7/8 dried western cedar and sells for $52.50