Purple Martin Association of the Dakotas

Hello everyone,

As we all know, Purple Martins are a beloved species that bring joy and ecological benefits to our communities. However, their continued success relies heavily on the dedication and knowledge of Purple Martin landlords. This is why it's crucial to focus on educating the younger ...

SYmywa, the length of time for the seminar is a concern.

A seminar like this would typically take around 4 to 6 hours. Here's a rough breakdown:

1. Introduction to Purple Martins and Climate Change : 45 minutes to 1 hour
2. Principles of Natural Housing Construction : 1 hour
3. Insulation ...

SYmywa, does this outline align with what you had in mind for the seminar?

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Sustainable Natural Housing for Purple Martins: Adapting to Climate Change

Objectives:
1. Understand the impact of climate change on Purple Martin nestlings.
2. Learn about natural housing construction ...

Hello Purple Martin Community!

Protecting our Purple Martin colonies from predators is crucial for their survival and success, especially here in the Dakotas where we face unique challenges. Based on discussions from the Purple Martin Conservation Association (PMCA) forum, here are some effective ...

Hello Purple Martin Enthusiasts!

As we all know, the weather in North Dakota and South Dakota can be quite unpredictable, especially during the early spring when our beloved Purple Martins are returning. To ensure our colonies thrive, it's essential to be prepared with effective supplemental ...

Hello Purple Martin enthusiasts!

After a two-year hiatus, we are thrilled to announce that the Purple Martin Association of the Dakotas is back online! 🎉 We appreciate your patience and support during our website outage, and we’re excited to reconnect with all of you.

What’s New?

- Revamped ...

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Pulled a couple of all-nighters and spent the last weekend in geek mode.

Over the last few months, it has become necessary to take a proactive stand against SPAM and malicious activity on the Purple Martin Association of the Dakotas websites. Starting in October 2019 and finishing in March 2020 all major components of the website have been updated with the following ...