i just make a big feeder out of plywood. about 18 inches high about 8 inch deep and 8 inch wide. cut a hole out at the bottom, then fix a feeding platform to the base. fill with bird nuts and corn flakes. leave in position for a week or so. just go back to re fill. make sure if you are making a hide, that this is done before the feeder goes up. also make sure you have a clear unobstructed view of the tree that you intend to fasten your feeder to. also make sure you remove any obstructive branches with a pruning saw, cutting close to the trunk, so not to damage the tree. as long as you have pe