With a little innovation you can carry 10 or 12 ChirpyNest at a time. This has been one of the fringe benefits of my ChirpyNest conversion. In the past carrying more than three gourds in each hand was a challenge. especially with the tunnel porches. An old broom handle, or stick will allow you to carry 12 or more ChirpyNest with ease. Since they can be stacked, it makes storage it makes nice and neat and hanging in the spring is quick and easy.