Just a quick question about setting up a feeder setup in a field setting. I know that setting up a feeding station of some sort with a perch nearby is a common practice, but when I try to do this in a location that I know has some potential subjects, I come up empty.

So, what are the methods, protocols, etc. for setting up something like this? Once it is set up, how long does it take for the birds to start to us it? Does it have to be up for several days, or do you expect a visit in a few minutes or hours? Do you put out different kinds of food for different species? How far away from the setup do you put the rig? Do you use a blind in this kind of situation? Do you attract with recorded bird calls? (That particular one has generated its share of controversy on this site and others....)

Just trying to make the best of my limited time in the field.

Thanks,

TimG