{"product_id":"the-prairie-lodge-purple-martin-house-s-k-american-barn-12-room-starling-resistant-pole-mount-habitat","title":"The 'Prairie Lodge' Purple Martin House | S\u0026K American Barn 12-Room Starling-Resistant Pole-Mount Habitat","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eThe Experience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTwelve rooms across two floors and an attic level, engineered for the Purple Martin landlord who refuses to compromise on colony capacity or character. The Prairie Lodge brings a classic American farmstead aesthetic to the serious colony program — crescent SREH entrances that physically exclude European Starlings, generously proportioned main floor apartments that give breeding pairs room to raise a full clutch in comfort, and a dedicated attic level that expands occupancy beyond what standard two-floor houses offer. Built from UV-stabilized copolymer plastic in the USA by Scenic Rivers Industries, and compatible with the 1.9\" outer diameter pulley system pole for full raise-and-lower colony management, this is a purple martin nesting box that earns its place in the landscape as much as it earns its place in the program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eScientific Engineering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarling-Resistant Crescent Entrance Holes (SREH):\u003c\/strong\u003e Each compartment features a precision crescent-shaped opening measuring 3\"W x 1.125\"H — dimensioned to admit Purple Martins comfortably while physically preventing the larger body profile of European Starlings from gaining entry. Passive exclusion, active every hour of every day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Tier Room Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Main floor apartments measure a generous 8.25\"L x 8.5\"W x 6\"H — significantly larger than the industry-standard 6\"x6\" compartment — providing breeding pairs with expanded nesting space that supports larger clutches and healthier nestling development. Four dedicated attic compartments measuring 6.25\"L x 6.25\"W x 6\"H extend total colony capacity beyond the main floor footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Nest Bowls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded nest bowls on each compartment floor help martins position and secure their eggs during incubation — reducing egg loss from nest shifting and supporting higher fledgling success rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCenter Pole Pass-Through Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for a 1.9\" outer diameter pulley system pole through the center of the structure, enabling full raise-and-lower capability for nest monitoring, competitor eviction, and end-of-season cleanout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRain Canopies \u0026amp; Landing Platforms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each main body entrance features a rain canopy and dedicated landing platform — protecting nest interiors from precipitation while providing martins with a stable approach and departure surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVentilated Roof Line:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ventilation holes near the roof line maintain interior airflow during peak summer nesting season, reducing heat stress on nestlings during critical development windows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextured Black Floor Panels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black plastic floor surfaces provide nestlings with superior grip during the critical pre-fledge period, reducing fall risk inside the compartment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUV-Stabilized Copolymer Plastic:\u003c\/strong\u003e White exterior panels reflect solar radiation to regulate interior compartment temperatures, while the UV-stabilized composition resists fading, cracking, and structural degradation across decades of outdoor exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eBoutique \u0026amp; Conservation Values\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaise-and-Lower Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 1.9\" outer diameter center pole pass-through makes the Prairie Lodge fully compatible with pulley system poles — putting nest checks, competitor eviction, and seasonal management within reach without a ladder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttic-Level Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dedicated attic tier gives the Prairie Lodge a room configuration found in few production martin houses at this price point — maximizing colony density while maintaining the compartment quality serious landlords demand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScenic Rivers Industries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your purchase directly supports a workshop providing dignified, meaningful employment for people with disabilities — making the Prairie Lodge one of the few purple martin nesting boxes that contributes to both wildlife conservation and human community in a single transaction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage Manufacturing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proudly Made in the USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20\" L x 21\" W x 21\" H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloors:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 main floors + attic level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoom Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 total (8 main floor + 4 attic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMain Floor Room Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.25\" L x 8.5\" W x 6\" H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttic Room Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.25\" L x 6.25\" W x 6\" H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEntrance Hole Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crescent SREH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEntrance Hole Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\" W x 1.125\" H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e UV-Stabilized Copolymer Plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Center pole pass-through — 1.9\" outer diameter pulley system pole (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Pole:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Elevator Pulley System Pole (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proudly Made in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Assembly Required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/5608\/5583\/files\/AB_Manual.pdf?v=1778789608\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePRAIRIE LODGE MANUAL\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"S\u0026K Manufacturing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45242747486287,"sku":"SK-AB","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/5608\/5583\/files\/SK-AB_m_lg.jpg?v=1778788195","url":"https:\/\/midwestnestshop.com\/products\/the-prairie-lodge-purple-martin-house-s-k-american-barn-12-room-starling-resistant-pole-mount-habitat","provider":"Midwest Nest LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}