End of season approaches

​The Purple Martins left early this year - most had left Ellis Bird Farm by the 13th of August (we usually count on at least a few being around until the 20th). It is time to clean out the old nesting material, disinfect the nest cavities with a shot of bleach water, and nest seed for next year with chopped straw.  This messy job is being tackled by (from left to right) Ron Biel, Shalynn Westervelt and Meagan Gabert.