The Lonestar Pole and Winch is based on a 2" square-tubing steel pole, electroplated with zinc. It includes a cable, a winch, and
a 30" ground socket.
With the winch, a person of ordinary or limited strength can raise and
lower a colony of nesting purple martins. (A rope-and-pully system can
be very difficult for someone with even a touch of arthritis in the hands.
But this pole and winch is easy to handle.)
The pole comes in three sections, each about 5 1/2' long.
The pole sections connect with three specially designed X connectors
made of 10 gauge steel. Two connectors are 12" long. The third, which
is 18" long, gives the additional support when inserted in the 30"
ground socket.
The winch utilizes a strong, compact design.
You can lock it with a regular padlock, to prevent some mischievous person
from causing a disaster. Like the pole, the winch is electroplated with
zinc.
Weight: 44 pound
Shipping cost varies depending on where you are. Please inquire for the
cost to your zip code.
Which purple martin housing is it for?
The Lonestar Pole and Winch is not for a solid birdhouse with no central hole. It works great with the Standard Rack and Gourds.
Lonestar Alamo Purple Martin houses are also designed to work with the Lonestar Pole and Winch. The Alamo is available in two styles, with round holes or starling-resistant crescent holes.
How to Succeed as a Purple Martin Landlord
How it all began
SuperGourds - the best housing for purple martins
The Alamo martin house
When to Put up Purple Martin Housing
Copyright 2008 Diane Porter
