{"product_id":"the-four-seasons-bluebird-roost","title":"The 'Four Seasons' Bluebird Roost","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"425\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Experience\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"749\"\u003eBirds don't stop needing shelter when nesting season ends. While most nest boxes sit empty through the winter, the Four Seasons Bluebird Roost is thoughtfully designed to provide year-round protection, transforming from a spacious nesting box in spring and summer into a warm winter refuge when temperatures begin to fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003eWith a simple adjustment, this versatile shelter helps bluebirds—and even small Downy Woodpeckers—find protection from bitter winds, freezing nights, and winter storms. It's a practical addition for bird lovers who understand that stewardship doesn't end when the breeding season does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eScientific Engineering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"2213\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eConvertible Year-Round Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easily changes from a traditional nesting box during the breeding season into a winter roost by repositioning the removable front panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1422\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eWinter Heat Retention:\u003c\/strong\u003e In roost mode, the entrance sits near the bottom of the shelter, allowing rising body heat to remain trapped inside for a warmer resting environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003e1.5-Inch Entrance Opening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Properly sized for Eastern and Western Bluebirds while also providing winter refuge for small cavity-roosting birds such as Downy Woodpeckers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003eHistoric Slate Predator Guard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upcycled slate reclaimed from century-old Maine rooftops reinforces the entrance and helps prevent enlargement by predators or competing birds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003eRemovable Interior Perches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three interior dowels provide comfortable winter roosting positions and are easily removed during nesting season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"2061\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003e¾-Inch Pine Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick pine walls provide excellent natural insulation during both summer nesting and winter roosting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2213\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2090\"\u003eWeather-Shedding Roof:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sloped roof directs rain and snow away from the entrance while helping protect the nesting cavity throughout the year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2215\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003eBoutique \u0026amp; Conservation Values\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2812\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003eOne Shelter for Every Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates the need for separate nesting and winter roost boxes while providing continuous habitat throughout the year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2411\" data-end=\"2563\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003eThoughtful Upcycling:\u003c\/strong\u003e The reclaimed slate predator guard gives historic roofing material a meaningful second life while adding lasting protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2655\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2566\" data-end=\"2594\"\u003eProudly Made in the USA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crafted from quality pine by Coveside Conservation Products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2656\" data-end=\"2812\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"2694\"\u003eSupports Year-Round Stewardship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caring for birds extends beyond nesting season, and winter shelter can be just as valuable as spring nesting habitat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2814\" data-end=\"2817\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2839\"\u003eSteward's Insight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2841\" data-end=\"3265\"\u003eMany people are surprised to learn that bluebirds frequently roost together during harsh winter weather, sometimes sharing a single cavity to conserve body heat. Converting this shelter in late autumn provides a protected overnight refuge throughout the coldest months. Downy Woodpeckers may also use the box for winter roosting, making it an excellent multi-species addition to properties that support diverse native birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3267\" data-end=\"3270\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3272\" data-end=\"3289\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3291\" data-end=\"3703\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3291\" data-end=\"3341\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3293\" data-end=\"3316\"\u003eOverall Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\"L × 6.5–7\"W × 12.375\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3342\" data-end=\"3379\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3344\" data-end=\"3371\"\u003eEntrance Hole Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3380\" data-end=\"3440\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3382\" data-end=\"3399\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pine with reclaimed slate predator guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3441\" data-end=\"3489\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3443\" data-end=\"3465\"\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proudly Made in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3490\" data-end=\"3560\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3492\" data-end=\"3519\"\u003eSeasonal Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Convertible nesting box and winter roost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3561\" data-end=\"3618\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3563\" data-end=\"3585\"\u003eInterior Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three removable roosting perches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3619\" data-end=\"3661\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3621\" data-end=\"3642\"\u003eMounting Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tree or post mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3662\" data-end=\"3703\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3664\" data-end=\"3696\"\u003eApproximate Shipping Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 lbs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/5608\/5583\/files\/COV-10097_Brochure.pdf?v=1783960817\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOUR SEASON BROCHURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Coveside Conservation Products","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46047414943823,"sku":"COV-10097","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/5608\/5583\/files\/COV-10097_m_LG.jpg?v=1783960723","url":"https:\/\/midwestnestshop.com\/products\/the-four-seasons-bluebird-roost","provider":"Midwest Nest LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}