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Episode: Pronghorn, Ringtail

Materials: 1/2-inch untreated pine, saw drill/driver, 4-inch hole saw, safety glasses, 1-inch wood screws, 2 galvanized hinges, 10-foot wood mounting pole, tape measure

Instructions:

1) Cut the wood:
A. 2 ends - 12 inches x 12 inches
B. 2 sides - 13 inches x 24 inches
C. Top & bottom - 12 inches x 24 inches

2) Using the 4-inch hole saw, cut a hole in one of the sides about 4 inches from the end.

3) Assemble the box using 1-inch wood screws.

4) Screw the hinges on the end opposite the entrance hole.

5) Mount the box on top of a 10-foot wooden pole.


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