Kestrel, Saw-whet Owl, and Screech-Owl Nest Box | Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife

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Woodworking Projects for Backyard Wildlife

Kestrel, Saw-whet Owl, and Screech-Owl Nest Box

Materials

	One 1x10" x 8' rough cedar board
	Eighteen 1-1/4" outdoor wood screws or # 7 galvanized nails
	Wire to keep side door shut

Lumber Detail

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	Pivot screws work as hinges. To allow the side to open easily, the pivot screw on the opposite side needs to be level with the one in front.
	Loop wire around nails
	Holes for attaching box to a tree or post with nails, lag bolts, or wire.

Assembly Sequence

Assembly Sequence