Chickadee roosting box

A warm place for small birds to huddle together on a cold night.
Plans
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[@indigo_hawk]

What an enjoyable video. Thank you for taking the time to make this.

[@LSatch]

Brandi Grahl thank you so much. I have several videos coming up I call “For the Birds”. Please check them out, and thanks again

[@outdoorztime2923]

Well done, Mr. Satchwell! Those nice, thick boards should help keep the cold out. The more birds that come in and roost, the more heat that'll be generated.

[@LSatch]

Thank you.

[@kimkemeys9563]

A wonderful video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@LSatch]

Thanks for watching and your kind comments, glad you enjoyed it. Larry

[@ladypalomino3151]

Thank you for sharing this video and its so great that you are a bird lover...For this being your first video,,You did great..

[@LSatch]

Thank you so much for your feedback, much appreciated. Yes, I do love birds.

[@rogercarroll1663]

Thank you for the video. Nice build.

[@LSatch]

You’re welcome, thanks for watching

[@AZ-JKUR-HR]

2022 and still being watched. Thanks for the tips!

[@LSatch]

Thanks, yes I’m very grateful.

[@MichiganWildcat]

Love it, great looking and I love how it blends in nicely

[@LSatch]

MichiganWildcat thanks for commenting and watching. Last week I helped two of my grandkids make birdhouses. They turned out great. Take a look. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5aYhZygqLSghJY Larry

[@soozek]

Thank you from a long-time birdwatcher, beginning woodworker. I’m making my first few winter roosts for myself and a few as Christmas gifts. I love your clear instruction and tips. Your voice is very soothing.

[@LSatch]

Wonderful! I'm so glad you liked it. Thanks so much for you kind words and feedback, much appreciated, Larry

[@RobertAdcock]

Fantastic video. Thanks so much!!

[@LSatch]

Thank you, glad you liked it.

[@kennethstensrud669]

I think it was a nice and calm video, you got to see it all properly, not like many vids today that you have more questions than answers after it is finished.

[@LSatch]

Thanks for watching Kenneth. I know exactly what you mean by having more questions than answers as I watch some videos on KZbin. Glad you liked it. I've played with adding music to so of my later videos and can't decide if that adds to them or subtracts from them. It has been a fun and interesting process for me.

[@elizabethmorton3998]

Loved the video! Thank you for making the bird house/shelter, this is just what I was looking for. Good job 👍🏻 it was very easy to watch 😁

[@LSatch]

Elizabeth Morton thanks so much.

[@deepbeeps]

Nice job on the video, and I really liked the rustic look of the finished nest box. Thanks for sharing!

[@LSatch]

Thank you. I really appreciate the feedback. Happy new year.

[@rogercarroll1663]

Thank you. Very enjoyable. Nice to see that barn wood serve a useful purpose.

[@LSatch]

Thanks Roger for your nice feedback, much appreciated. I like to up cycle stuff whenever possible.

[@wendybrown6331]

I love your video. I’m very excited to make my own this Fall.

[@LSatch]

Thank you so much for watching and commenting. Good luck.

[@ArkansasPrepper]

Great video! I truly enjoyed it.

[@LSatch]

ArkansasPrepper thanks for watching and subscribing. Glad you enjoyed it, Larry

[@joycefisher4259]

ArkansasPrepper saw this and now I must have someone make one for my bird friends

[@rudychavira5558]

Nice box, hard to beat weathered BARN wood, keep up the good work, wish I had that many chicadees showing up around my place.

[@LSatch]

Thank you so much. I love the look of weathered barn wood. Thanks for watching and commenting, much appreciated.

[@JW86SH]

Don't apologize for the length. It just speaks to the quality of effort put into the video. There's a fast forward function if I need to skip ahead. Suggestion: Film your footage with background audio (saws running and birds chirping) and then add audio explaining what you're doing later.

[@jimg9613]

Excellent tutorial....also I appreciate your tips and clever techniques using clamps and glue

[@LSatch]

Jim G thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. It was an enjoyable build and I’m glad you liked it. Happy new year, Larry

[@bigjc12000]

Looks great Larry.

[@LSatch]

bigjc12000 thanks, hope to post more in the future.

[@bigjc12000]

Larry Satchwell I enjoyed watching your work, Jeff

[@jerrysfamilystuff2207]

A successful "1st video"! You did a great job- let's see more of your projects.

[@LSatch]

Thanks for the nice complement. I’ve made lots of stuff since then. Look at my playlist, For the birds, woodworking, wood turning. Hope you watch and share them all. Thanks for watching.

[@rosepetaldrone3226]

Thanks Larry. I was looking to make one and found your video. So I made one. Only I made it a few inches shorter due to wood I had on hand,but same design. Thanks for the post.

[@LSatch]

I hope you get more action than mine does. I haven’t had a visitor since I put it up.

[@rosepetaldrone3226]

@@LSatch Here's the thing. I finished it and was just going to store it until the fall. Then while looking for placement tips I found your follow up video. I felt your disappointment, sorry about that. I have 5 birdhouses and found 2 un used so far. I'm thinking location.

[@LSatch]

Rosepetal Drone I agree, it’s location, location, location. As for the roosting box, we’ve had really mild winters here the last couple of years. I think it only dropped into to the 20’s a couple of nights. There are also several comments about making it smaller. I’m thinking I’m going to convert it into an owl house. Stay tuned, and good luck with the vacancies.

[@rebeccarose2346]

Needed to add this....Good information.....didn't know so many different species of birds would nest together in one box

[@LSatch]

Thanks according to the Audubon society. I don’t think anything ever roosted in it. Maybe to warm in Georgia for them to need it.

[@tthomas9160]

This is great. We had some enormous holly bushes that we had to remove. Fory years they had been the winter home for thirty or more little brown birds. I am going to make several of these with the solid back, roof and floor and make the sides out of trellis. It doesn't get very cold here in Tulsa.

[@LSatch]

T Thomas that’s awesome. I love this trellis sides idea. Mine has never been used, I guess because it doesn’t get very cold here either. I’m thinking of converting it into an owl house. It’s just the right size. Good luck and thanks for sharing your idea.

[@wdsingle1]

Looks just like a Wood Duck box or Owl box w/pegs; great idea.

[@LSatch]

You have a good I. After three years and not a single use, I turned it into an owl nesting box, kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGTGp5pqm91rbs0 Happy New Year’s

[@randywallis9624]

Enjoyed the video. I think I will try to make one. I noticed your concern about the nails splitting the woods something to try is cut the point off the nails then instead of the point pushing apart the wood it will cut the wood as you drive it. Have a great day Randy

[@LSatch]

Thanks for watching Randy. That’s a great tip, much appreciated. Happy New Year

[@michaeldey1894]

Well Done. Clear depiction of problems encountered and solved.

[@LSatch]

Thank you so much for the positive feedback, I sincerely appreciate it

[@rosepetaldrone3226]

Ok Larry just a follow up. Put it up and would peek at it from time to time as it's within view of a window. Seems that a couple of sparrows decided to move in. The five perches in there didn't bother them. Oh well it's being used, that's all that matters.

[@LSatch]

Sparrows don’t seem to let much bother them. Glad it’s getting some use. I need to check my individual ones soon.

[@lindachubbs1790]

Not too long at all! Beautiful workmanship!

[@LSatch]

Thanks so much and thank you for watching, much appreciated. Larry

[@curtdalgleish2903]

Learned roost design and got some good work working tips as a bonus! Tape on the drill bit and drill from both sides to avoid blowout.

[@LSatch]

Fantastic! Thanks for watching and Happy New Year.

[@mikhailsh.904]

Nice job.

[@LSatch]

Thank you.

[@ureasmith3049]

Cutting into that barnwood showed it was nice slow growth lumber. Good to know they winter locally, another good project, thanks. Have you seen them use it in the winter?

[@LSatch]

UreaSmith I’ve never seen them use it. Some comments suggest new research shows they like smaller places. We’ve had very mild winters the last few years. I’m thinking I’m going to take it down and convert it into an owl house. The dimensions work. Thanks for watching.

[@randallbruursema7553]

good idea

[@LSatch]

Thank you

[@peggentle6882]

I enjoyed watching how you constructed the roosting box. I wonder about the activity you might have witnessed during the cold winter months. Did you observe lots of "roosters" and what kind of birds might have roosted there? I hope to find a good source for roosting boxes and maybe get one for this coming winter. You seem to have quite a workshop there!!!!

[@LSatch]

I’ve produced several videos about roosting boxes. They are in the “for the birds” playlist. I’ve come to the conclusion that our weather is just too warm for the birds to need a roosting box. Yes, I’ve been woodworking for over 50 years. I very much enjoy it as a hobby. Thanks for watching.

[@renfrewcalgary2830]

Do you mind sharing what area you live in? I'm in a dry and cold city, Calgary. Considering we just dropped to minus 30-40 Celsius, I sure wish I had a cozy box prepared for my feathered friends! I'll post back so you can enjoy seeing tenants, should they come-thanks!@@LSatch

[@LSatch]

@@renfrewcalgary2830 I’m about 30 miles east of Atlanta Georgia. A really cold night here is about 20F I think -6C. Nothing ever roosted in it. Hope this helps.

[@bonniecarlstrom6014]

👍👍

[@LSatch]

Thanks

[@JessDuquette]

The reason why the plans called for the bottom to be between the walls is because when water moisture comes down the outside walls it'll accumulate along the bottom and with how you added the bottom moisture will get into your raw edges and cause rotting.

[@LSatch]

Jess Duquette thanks, that makes a lot of sense. So far, after 2 years, the cypress wood is showing no rot. I’m sure other types of wood might rot sooner. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@lecutter9382]

Nice job, Lar. Only thing I'd do different is extend the bottom a little more so they have a nice landing platform where a few can congregate as they go in and out of the box.

[@LSatch]

LeCutter thanks for the suggestion. Fact is, it’s a total bust. Not one bird dropping in it in the three winters it’s been up. I’ve had several people suggest that research shows they prefer smaller spaces.

[@lecutter9382]

@@LSatch Could be. I guess it depends on the birds - by which I am no expert. I have a lot of doves around and they congregate in groups. Then the assortment of blue jays, cardinals, sparrows, etc. Maybe try throwing up a platform feeder close to it and see if that entices them. Maybe some wood shavings and/or straw in the bottom? Ungrateful little buggers after all your hard work, hehe.

[@LSatch]

LeCutter I agree, free place to get out of the cold...It’s located about 10’ from our feeders. I think I’m going to try a new approach soon, on my to do list. Working on the wife’s list right now...😁

[@obsidiansea]

@@LSatch I read that chickadees won't share. They only use roosting pouches that allow only one bird. But other birds will supposedly share.

[@LSatch]

@@obsidiansea I’ve since read the same information on chickadees. No one had been in the box in the 3-4 years it was up so I converted it into an owl box recently, kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGTGp5pqm91rbs0 I’m really interested in making small roosting boxes for chickadees if you have a link to what they should look like please share. Larry

[@fasx56]

Larry The box is for a roosting shelter, will the Chickadees also make a nest in the box and raise their little ones.?

[@LSatch]

It's highly unlikely that a bird of any kind would nest in it. As is, it doesn’t meet the size requirements for nesting birds. I had it up for three years and I don't think any birds even entered it. I have made several follow up videos on this build that go into why they never entered it. Thanks for watching.. Larry

[@diannerobinson7858]

Good instructions. I am going to build one as well. I often wonder how all those little birds find shelter. Have any actually used it?

[@LSatch]

It was never used. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5jbhXyDq9pkpck Explains it. I don’t think it gets cold enough here in Georgia Good luck with yours

[@stellabastoneintoronto955]

Really wonderful video -- very clear and super informative. Did you ever see/find evidence that chickadees or other birds used it for roosting? Thanks very much,

[@stellabastoneintoronto955]

Sorry, I just now read the replies to older comments and noticed you said there didn't appear to be any takers. The interesting thing is that I have read any first-hand stories of anyone actually seeing these roosting boxes being used. (We made one here at home too last year, and haven't seen it used. Still, I love the idea and look of it so much I'm asking my husband to make another one!)

[@LSatch]

Thank you. Unfortunately 3 years later and no takers, kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5jbhXyDq9pkpck I made a new version last week. That video is up. Hopefully with better luck this time. I converted this box into an owl nesting box and will be posting it soon as I’m editing it now.

[@stellabastoneintoronto955]

@@LSatch Great! I'll be looking forward to hearing how things go with the new design! Thanks so much for your wonderful videos!

[@jesseboombatts]

Wow you're a master wood worker!! You don't happen to know how to make a pipe cabinet? I'm ok with making the cabinet itself ( i think) but i'm not sure how to cut the glass for the front door? BTW who doesn't love the "Chickadee dee dee dee" sound? :-)

[@LSatch]

+Jesse from Vegas! Thanks, I’ve had some success cutting glass in the past. I found it takes some practice. Use a light oil on the cutter, like 3’n1 or kerosene if you have it. I’ve found you don’t really need to make a deep score line. Once scored, use the other end of the cutter with the ball to gently tap the underside of the score. Good luck.

[@susanwingblade1799]

I clicked on the link to Cornell for the plans, but didn't find any. Is there somewhere else to find these plans? Thanks so much!!

[@LSatch]

susan wingblade you are correct, looks like they moved the plans, thanks for letting me know. Try this, wdfw.wa.gov/living/projects/roost.html

[@susanwingblade1799]

@@LSatch Thanks for the quick reply, Larry. I'm not a wood worker, but I will give it a try. I also don't have a lot of tools other than a circular saw and a cordless drill. Hopefully that will do the job. Thanks again!!

[@LSatch]

susan wingblade good luck, take your time and work safely. Would love to see it when you’re finished

[@tthomas9160]

It's called winter song bird box or something like that

[@randybird9979]

did the birds find it and start using it

[@LSatch]

Randy Bird not yet. I think I’ll be moving it into the woods more this fall.

[@joequillun7790]

@@LSatch up-date Larry. Any occupants yet?

[@LSatch]

@@joequillun7790 I gave up. 3 years a no bird had ever entered it. So.........kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5jbhXyDq9pkpck I recently converted it to an owl nesting box a made a different nesting box.

[@jimbojet8728]

Yes, it was a bit long, but I watched it nonetheless. Thanks

[@LSatch]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@outdoorstudios2022]

Hello Larry

[@LSatch]

Thanks for watching Gary

[@kevinkall8547]

Has anyone mentioned you look like Hayden Fox?

[@LSatch]

😂😂😂 yes. I walked into a grocery store once and the lady lady behind the meat counter dropped a ham. 😂😂

[@renfrewcalgary2830]

Are you Father Christmas in Klaus!!?? ;)

[@LSatch]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@g3g3n]

Do chickadees roost together in winter? I read that tits roost alone and will chase any intruders, is it the same with chickadees?

[@LSatch]

Great question. We have a lot of chickadees in our yard. Since making this video and getting feedback in the comments, I made this video, kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6eWqZRpipyFgLs Here in Georgia, USA, I find no evidence of any birds roosting in any of the 6-8 group or individual roosting boxes we have. I’m not sure I answered your question, but if you google chickadee roosting you’ll get several recourses, I’m no ornithologist, I just like bird watching and making things. Thanks for watching and commenting

[@hundredeyes5148]

03:33 burnt your finger lol

[@LSatch]

😂😂😂 rookie mistake! Thanks for watching. Happy New Year

[@AngeliqueKaga]

You don't have a lot of volumn!

[@LSatch]

Sorry, I really didn’t know what I was doing back then. Hopefully I’ve gotten better over the years. Thanks for the feedback. Larry

[@UncleFjester]

*WTF? No way most birds would even enter this!* *DO NOT BUILD THIS!*

[@LSatch]

Thanks for watching and sharing