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·   cedar feeders
·   recycled feeders
·   platform & tray style feeders
·   steel and/or copper clad feeders

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cedar hopper feeders

Large Fly-Through feederLarge Fly-Through Platform feeder
by Birds Choice. Large inland cedar roof supported by elegant wrought iron brackets. Solid cedar base frame holds the perforated steel seed tray which allows for drainage and easily removable for cleaning. Birds love the wide open design; you will attract a variety of birds depending on what you put in it! Fill with seed, fruit, and/or suet. (Sown left, orioles and grosbeaks enjoy slices of orange and seeds). roof: 23" long x 13¾" high x 16" wide. Item #WCFT-300, $89.95

 

4-sided hopper - tray sold separatelyFour-sided Hopper
by Birds Choice. Solid cedar construction, removable seed tray, hinged roof. Seed is distributed on all sides. Two sizes:
Medium - 16½"x10½"x10", 1½ gallon capacity; item #WC4-200S $63.95
Large - 18¾"x14x12", 2¾ gallon capacity; item #WC4-300S. Made in the USA. $79.95

for info about seed tray, see "platform" section below.

 

"medium" fly thruMedium Fly-Through Platform feeder
by Birds Choice. Cedar roof and base with removable perforated steel seed tray, sturdy and attractive steel "branch" roof support. 17½"L x 12"W x 11¾"H $61.95

(see also, recycled version by Second Nature below - same design - different materials)

Perforated steel seed tray closeup< close-up of perforated steel seed trays used in Backyard Nature Products feeders (Birds Choice, Wood Country, Country Classic, and Second Nature bird feeders).

see also:
more platform feeders below take me to see "more platform and seed catchers" 
accessories and hardware page for poles, baffles, brackets, flanges, hangers and much more take me to "hardware, flanges & poles"

medium sized hopper feeder Medium two-sided hopper by Birds Choice
Select 7/8" cedar, all-screw construction. 16½" x 10½" x 10".  1¼ gal. seed capacity. Removable perforated steel screen tray with seed diverter. Hang with cord or mount it on a pole. Side-mounted suet cages are optional. Made in the USA; item #WC2-200S-S with suet cages $59.95.
Without suet cages: #WC2-200-S $54.95
small hopper feederSmall two-sided hopper by Birds Choice
2½ qt. seed capacity, 9-3/8"x10½"x9¾" -select 7/8" cedar, all-screw construction, with side suet cages. Removable perforated steel screen bottom with seed diverter. May be hung (cord included) or pole mounted.
With suet cages as shown: item #WC2-100S-S, $51.95 
Without suet cages: #WC2-100-S $44.95
Large 2-Sided Wooden FeederLarge 2-Sided Hopper by Birds Choice
17¾"L x 14"W x 12"H Volume 2¾ Gallons Seed. Solid cedar, all screw construction with removable perforated steel screen seed tray. Post mounting recommended. Made in the USA.

· without suet cages, item #WC-300.  $72.95

· with suet cages - item #WC300SS. $76.95

Birds Choice small hopper feeder #WC-100Really Small Cedar Hopper Feeder
by Birds Choice with nylon hanging cord. Solid cedar construction - zinc coated screws. Dimensions: 8” L x 6¼” W x 8” H. Plexi-panels, hinged roof. Item # WC-100. Made in the USA. $24.95

Country Classic by Birds ChoiceCountry Classics from Birds Choice



*Perforated Steel Seed Tray used in this feeder is covered by one or more U.S. Patents - Backyard Nature Products, Inc.

All Country Classic feeders by Birds Choice have the fresh barn red and misty gray stain with finished-edge detail, easy-to-remove perforated steel screen trays* on all hopper and platform feeders to help keep seed dry and easy to clean (detailed cutout shown, right). Built with 7/8" select inland red cedar, brass hinges and zinc screws for long lasting outdoor use. Available in three sizes; Small and Medium sizes may be hung with plastic-coated steel hanging cable (included) or pole mounted. Large size should be pole or post mounted to accommodate the huge seed capacity. 4 styles - specifications:
  small 8-5/8" x 9½" x 91/8", item# CC100S $47.95 in-stock
  medium 11¾"x8¾"x9¼" item# CC200S $48.95; (shown)
  medium with side suet cages, 11¾"x8¾"x9¼" item# CC200SS $54.85  in-stock
  large 15½"x10¼"x10" item# CC300S, $63.95; with side suet cages, item# CC300SS $68.95 (large size feeder is "special order only" - please allow 7-10 days for fulfillment)

Mini Wave Hopper by Kettle MoraineMini Wave Hopper
by Kettle Moraine
Solid cedar and stainless steel construction, stainless steel cable for hanging, perforated bottoms drain quickly to keep seed fresh and healthy. Backyard birds will flock to this hopper feeder.  Item #8440M, 10” wide x 5” deep x 8” height. $41.95

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Mini Wave by Kettle Moraine Woodworking, Inc.Mini Wave Screen Feeder
by Kettle Moraine -
Solid cedar and stainless steel construction, stainless steel cable for hanging, mounts easily to a pole, durable heavy gauge screen dispenses food, hinged roof for filling, four-sided feeding. This feeder is designed for black-oil sunflower seed or shelled peanut pieces. 3½ cup capacity; item #8430M  10” wide x 5” deep x 8” high. $28.95 
Mini-Moraine feederMini-Moraine Hopper Feeder
by Kettle Moraine -  Holds 3½ cups of mixed seed. Solid cedar with stainless screw construction, coated steel hanging cable included with perforated aluminum seed tray to keep seed dry. 9" high x 7" deep x 9¼" wide. Item #8420M, $41.95

Kettle Moraine Woodworking of Wisconsin
is one of America's premier manufacturers
of quality bird feeders and houses.

Kettle Moraine 'Wave' feederthe Original Wave by Kettle Moraine - Ideal feeder for Niger (thistle seed), and perfect for those who seek something just a wee-bit different, yet appreciates quality design. The curved style captures your attention, Handcrafted from solid cedar with Plexiglas side panels to display the seed level. The seed screen is stainless steel mesh, steel perches, steel screws, and yep, steel cable mounting cord for added strength. You will appreciate this attractive feeder even before the birds' 1st visit.
Large Wave (item # 8105, left) 7" x 6" x 24" $55.95

Mini-Wave (item #8115, below) 7" x 6" x 12" $35.95
Kettle Moraine's curved feeder model #8450Curved Feeder by Kettle Moraine - made of solid cedar with perforated aluminum seed tray to allow drainage. These feeders are hand cut one at time so they look like they were carved from a single block of wood. Stainless steel screw construction, with steel hanging cable included. Hinged roof for easy filling. Model #8450 holds 15 cups of yummy seed. Try using J.J.'s Best Mix, or black oil sunflower seeds. $ 55.95

Mini Wave for nyjer seed by Kettle Moraine

«  “The Original” Wave Feeder  
     Kettle Moraine's mini-wave for thistle (niger seed, or "Guizotia abyssinica")

Hand-crafted in the land of Wisconsin...

More hardware, hooks, poles and mounting goodies
@ our "accessories and hardware page"

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we stock a wide assortment of mounting hardware....Offset Swivel Mounting Arm with flange -   Ideal for mounting feeders off decks, posts and railings. The mounting arm screws into a flat surface (side of deck, post or railing). Your feeder attaches to the top mounting plate (5-5/8" x 4¼”). Loosen lock nut & swivel your feeder to the perfect position. Total height is 8½” and the extension is 6". Steel with powder coat black finish. Erva Tool Item #WB5 $18.95

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feeders made from recycled plastic - "Second Nature" by Backyard Nature Products

Second Nature uses recycled plastic products!

recycling pays off!Second Nature products are made from recycled material like #2 milk jugs. The   plastic (polyethylene) is ground and reformed, cut, routed, and reassembled into "poly lumber" for bird feeding equipment that is easy to clean, guaranteed not to split, crack or fade. The milk jug symbols below approximates the number of milk jugs that were recycled to manufacture the product.
Double Decker! Double Decker Hopper Platform Feeder
by Second Nature
featuring two removable seed trays made from durable perforated steel - ideal to ensure seed stays dry and fresh. Center hopper filled thru roof (piano hinge). Extended seed tray is recessed below hopper, and the massive roof overhang provides shade and protection from elements. Overall dimensions: 24"L x 13¾"W x 12"H. Roof: green, tray: black; all other parts: taupe. $132.95
large recycled fly-thru feederLarge Recycled Fly Thru - similar to above design, featuring recycled materials. Perforated steel seed tray facilitates drainage and allows air flow through base keeping seed dry year around. Elegant wrought iron brackets support green roof crafted from recycled material. Roof dimensions: 17¾" x 16¼" - Feeder height: 13", toupe colored recycled plastic base: 17¾" x 13½" x 2½" #SNFT-300. $94.95

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See also "2nd Nature" medium fly-thru design (right) and cedar version (above).

2nd Nature Fly-thru feederMedium Fly-Thru Platform Feeder
by Second Nature with removable seed tray - green roof supported by artistic steel "trees" (twisted heavy gauge steel wire).  18½"L x 12½"W x 11"H. Model #SNFT200G $69.95
J.J. Cardinal says: "if I were forced to select just one feeder from my store, this likely could be it!" Fortunately that is not a decision J.J. has to make.

see the Fly-Thru feeder in action!

see the Fly Thru feeder "in action"

It's a big boy!

Steep Roof Hopper Feeder by Second Nature: a Birds' Choice Company
Holds 7 quarts (nearly 10 pounds) of seed. Features two well covered suet cake, or fruit holders, perforated steel seed tray. Extra-large, steep overhang protects suet, fruit, and seed from the elements 15½" x 12½” x 15½”. Perching surface on all 4-sides. Made out of polylumber - a very green material made out of recycled plastic products - in this case it's estimated that 74 milk jugs were saved from local landfills!   Model #SNHFS     $96.25
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Large Hopper Feeder by Second Nature: a Birds' Choice Company
Huge capacity with this large feeder made from recycled plastic (roughly 61 recycled milk jugs were used to make this feeder). Features a removable seed tray made from perforated steel, with powder coat finish, which aids drainage and allows seed in hopper to "breath" (airflow)...eliminates gunky seed crud build-up common with solid wood floor feeders. Dimensions: overall roof measures 16¼" x 16¼"....hopper is 12" wide x 10" deep x 12" tall. Item #SN300-S.

with attached suet cake cages: $92.95
without suet cages: $84.95

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new brown roof medium sized hopper feeder

Second Nature's Medium Sized Hopper FeederMedium Hopper Feeder
A very green, recycled plastic premium feeder by Second Nature: a Birds' Choice Company made right here in the US of A. Overall dimensions: 12½" L x 12½" W x 10" H with removable perforated steel seed tray. Holds 4 Qts. seed. Now available in 2 colors: green roof (near left) and new brown roof (far left).
Without suet cages $74.95 (as shown).
With dual suet cages: $78.95 (not shown).

new brown roof small sized hopper feeder

small hopper feeder by 2nd Nature (aka: Birds' Choice)Small Hopper
by Second Nature: a Birds' Choice Company -- 8¼"L x 10½"W x 8¾"H. Includes hanging cable, removable perforated steel seed tray is easy to clean and helps keep seed dry. Second Nature uses recycled plastic for the feeder body and roof. Steel screw and hinge. Now available in 2 colors: green roof (near left) and new brown roof (far left).
Without suet cages: $53.95 (shown)
With dual suet cages: $60.95 (not shown, but similar to "large" above)
for woodpeckers!Woodpecker Feeder
by Second Nature - roof & side panels made from recycled plastic - 21 milk jugs were used! Coated steel hanging cable. Just for birds that cling - no perches - long body serves as a "tail-prop" for woodpeckers and other species. 17½" tall x 6¾" wide x 6" deep.
Clear plexi-panels allow you to see when feeder needs to be refilled. Perforated steel seed diverter tray for easy cleaning and excellent drainage. $46.95

also available in cedar - call for more info.

 

click here to see: BirdsChoice Gazebo Feedersee also: Second Nature
    ...more info....  suet feeders  
    ...more info....  bluebird feeders
    ...more info....  oriole feeders
    ...more info....  squirrel-in-a-bottle feeder
    ...more info....  mesh feeders for niger (thistle)

(shown BirdsChoice Gazebo Feeder)

nylon mesh seed tray

...more info....   Seed Hoop nylon mesh seed tray

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platform feeders and seed trays (wood & recycled)

Tray Protector
from the creative folks at Backyard Nature Products
(it's like having your very own billion dollar plus Dallas Cowboys-style covered stadium protecting your feeders!)

Clear plexi-panel roof...gable sides made from poly lumber, recycled plastic - 34 milk jugs were saved from landfills. Overall dimensions:  23¾" wide x 21" deep x  7" tall.  Model #SNPT.  $72.95
(ships direct from manufacturer - please allow 5-7 days for delivery)

Note: seed tray shown below roof and pole are sold as separate items....see selection of trays below - poles and mounting flanges can be found on our "accessories & hardware" page »

a roof for pole mounted platform feeder trays

Platform Feeders
by Birds Choice (aka: Backyard Nature Products) - Solid cedar, and zinc screw construction, made in the U.S.A.  Platform feeders also can be used as a ground feeder by adding legs (ask about our "add-a-leg" sets).

  • Small open platform with removable, durable perforated steel screen: 11¾” long x 10½” wide x 1¾” deep, (shown - right) $21.95.
  • Medium open platform with removable perforated steel screen: 17” long x 14¼” wide x 2-5/8” deep, (not shown but similar to small style mentioned above) $37.95
  • Medium narrow open platform featuring a removable, durable perforated steel screen: 22¾” long x 9¾” wide x 1¾” deep, (not shown but similar to small style mentioned above) $31.95
platform feeders come in a variety of sizes
see the large seed catching tray in action - it's ideal for pole mounted applicationsLarge Seed-Catching Tray - made from 7/8” solid kiln-dried cedar, and zinc screw construction with removable perforated steel tray for easy cleaning. 22” long x 22” wide x 2-5/8” high. Ideal for pole mounting* directly under a tube or hopper feeder to "catch" any falling seeds.
· Pole mount - Item #WCSC-300  $62.95
· 4x4 post mount (not shown)  $67.95

*Center hole for pole mounting requires an optional steel mounting flange: center hole and flange will accommodate 1” diameter poles. (example shown above at top of page show me the seed catcher tray in action!)

Large Open Platform
seed catcher tray by Second NatureSeed Catcher Platform by Second Nature durable recycled "poly lumber" frame with dual removable steel screens. Optional Pole mount*.  Available in 2 sizes:
· Model SNSC-300 measures 21½" x 21½" x 2-5/8"  $79.95
· Model SNSC - measures 20" x 15½" x 2-5/8"  $53.95

* To mount platform below a feeder, use mounting flange # FPTNH with hole in center
(shown below)  to accommodate pole. More info about flanges and hardware >>

Second Nature Hanging TrayHanging Seed Tray by Second Nature - side panels made from recycled plastic; steel hanging rods 11" square x 2-5/8". Perforated steel tray for easy cleaning and excellent drainage. $27.95

(see also cedar version below)

Erva Tool Co. flange with center hole - item# fptnhMounting Flanges from Erva Tool Co. for poles up to 1" diameter; this is the perfect flange to support seed catching trays below a bird feeder - it allows the pole to run right up the middle of platform. Steel, powder coat black finish, mounting screws included. Item #FPTNH $10.00

more platform feeders and seed trays »
more hardware - other flanges styles »

hanging seed trayHanging Wooden Seed Tray by Birds Choice - steel hanging rods, cedar tray 11” long x 10¾” wide x 2-5/8” deep. Perforated steel tray for easy cleaning and excellent drainage. $26.95
click here to scoot back to top of pageto top fly-thru by LookerFly Thru Barn Feeder by Looker Co.
Stylish gambrel roof -- 2 slopes on each side. In barns, this was to allow more room for the haymow. Easy to fill and clean. Made in the USA out of western red cedar. Perforated plastic screen for the seed tray provides great drainage and ventilation. Hangs with a sturdy chain. Measures 14"L x 9½"W x 10½"H. Item # FTBF-2-1755. $42.95 (temp. out of stock)

steel and or copper clad feeders

made in USA by Erva Tool Co. - Squirrel ResistantSteel Squirrel Resistant Feeder
by Erva Tool - rugged steel, powder coat finish (speckled green)  and features plexi-view slots to determine level of seed inside hopper. See photos (right). Large seed capacity (2 gallon), and counter weight system is still located in protected pocket in rear. Some cheaper imitations have weight system on side which squirrels quickly figure out how to foil! Made in USA. $72.95
massive capacity inside this squirrel resistant hopper feeder by Ervaback view - counter-weight system in protected compartment

WoodLink

Woodlink's 6-sided coppertop gazeboCoppertop® Six-Sided Gazebo
by WoodLink® - holds 3 qts. of seed, overall dimensions: 19” tall x 17½” deep x 20” wide. Weighs 15½ pounds without seed. Made in the USA.
$218.00
(Typically we have just one of these on hand - special order item - allow an extra week or two)
Woodlink's large coppertop gazebo Coppertop® Large Gazebo
by WoodLink® made right here in the USA!  Holds 8 qts. of seed, overall dimensions: 24½” tall x 20½” deep x 20½” wide. Weighs 29 pounds without seed. Handcrafted copper panels framed in rich solid cedar; fill seed through hinged cupola roof. The ideal feeder for post mounting (4x4 post not included). Sure to be a focal-point in any garden or backyard habitat.
$299.95 
(Typically we have just one of these on hand - special order item - allow an extra week or two)

hanging & mounting hardware, poles, etc... 
...more info....  Accessories & Hardware

feeder kits & bird house kits...
...more info....  Kids

quality bird seed...
...more info....  Seed


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J.J.'s Feeding Tip
for hopper & platform feeders
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Hopper Feeders are the best general feeder style to attract a wide assortment of birds, large and small. Typically, hopper feeders hold a lot of food, and should be hung off a tree hook or pole; baffles may be required if squirrels and raccoons are undesirable. You'll likely see: blackbirds, chickadees, cardinals, blue jays, mourning doves, nuthatch, assorted finches and grosbeaks, depending on the type of seed offered. J.J.'s Best Mix is ideal. Also, try J.J.'s Cardinal Delight, or premium black-oil sunflower seeds. Increasingly we find folks are filling their hopper feeders with safflower seeds which generally are unattractive to squirrels and blackbirds.
Platform Feeders are versatile feeder for birds and assorted critters. They can be used in conjunction with other feeders to serve as a tray to catch debris and increase perching surface. Or, when mounted on a pole, platforms are popular stand-alone feeder. If you position a platform feeder near the ground you'll attract mourning dove, junco, wild turkey, and assorted sparrows. Cracked corn & white-proso millet are excellent grains for ground feeding.

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...how to order... Okay, admittedly we're "low-tech"...but what we do - we do well, swift, accurate and honest. Your order should be in transit in less than 24-hours, often same day.
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