Hmm, Rick the drip bottle idea is great for other plants, but you do not want orchids to stay wet all the time. Most like to be watered, leaves and roots and all, then to dry out each day.
For other plants around the orchids, the drip idea is great, though. And also your idea for a wind block, excellent point. IF something like fabric or screening is used to block the wind it will also supply humidity if it is dampened.
