Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder

acruce · 10-27-2008, 08:44 PM

I have a bird feeder that hangs hangs from a metal plant holder about 4 or 5 feet high.I also have a squirrel feeder in another part of the yard. Here lately the squirrels has figured out how to climb up the metal pole and get to the bird feeder. I was wondering if any of you had any idea's how to keep the squirrels out of the bird feeder. I am thinking of buy a big peace of PVC pipe to cover the the metal pole where the feeder hangs. I am hoping that will keep the squirrel from being able to climb up to the feeder. If that doesn't work I'm thinking of buy a pellet gun.

G G · 10-27-2008, 08:47 PM

get a bunch of two liter drink bottles and cut the small end out so that it's very snug around the pole. Then cut out the bottom, and then just slide the bottoms into the bottom of the next one. Worked for me. If that doesn't make sense, let me know and I will take pics of mine so you can see how it looks.

That is the only thing that has ever worked for me.

St. Lou Stu · 10-27-2008, 08:50 PM

Dude, just save the PVC.... those lil fukers are GENIUSES!
Go with a good, high powered pellet gun or a .22.

I tried grease on my pole.... OK that sounds bad.....
Anyway, it didn't work. I had to fabricate a hood that hangs down under the feeder so they can't reach it. I'm waiting for one of em to show up with an Acetylene torch!

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Originally Posted by acruce

I have a bird feeder that hangs hangs from a metal plant holder about 4 or 5 feet high.I also have a squirrel feeder in another part of the yard. Here lately the squirrels has figured out how to climb up the metal pole and get to the bird feeder. I was wondering if any of you had any idea's how to keep the squirrels out of the bird feeder. I am thinking of buy a big peace of PVC pipe to cover the the metal pole where the feeder hangs. I am hoping that will keep the squirrel from being able to climb up to the feeder. If that doesn't work I'm thinking of buy a pellet gun.

chippewastud79 · 10-27-2008, 08:51 PM

A spinning Squirrel Stop or a cone over the metal pole that they can't get around.

St. Lou Stu · 10-27-2008, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by chippewastud79

A spinning Squirrel Stop or a cone over the metal pole that they can't get around.

That's kinda what I made... only mine's uglier.

Ya need this.

madurofan · 10-27-2008, 08:56 PM

Maine Coons do a number on squirrels. Might not help with the birds, though.

FriskyDingo · 10-27-2008, 08:57 PM

This may be a bit elaborate but it works. It's called a Squirrel Stop. It uses batteries and when there is a sudden weight added to the feeder it spins, throwing the squirrel to the ground.

Here's a pic:

There are also several products that aren't nearly as funny that you add to the feeder pole that look like large drum cymbols that prevent squirrels from climbing up... hope this helps!

-Evan

FriskyDingo · 10-27-2008, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by chippewastud79

A spinning Squirrel Stop or a cone over the metal pole that they can't get around.

I must type slow... that is exactly what I was talking about!

BlackDog · 10-27-2008, 09:11 PM

I've got one of each of these. They work prefectly, ahd them for over 5 years with perfect operation. The perches have springs which are strong enough to keep the feed tray open when there is a bird sitting on it, but not strong enough for the weight of a squirrel. If a squirrel gets on the perch, the tray closes. I paid less than they are listed for here at a local farm supply store.

http://www.duncraft.com/Heritage-Far...r-P383C34.aspx

CoventryCat86 · 10-27-2008, 10:08 PM

I use the Droll Yankee Flipper and Yankee Dipper feeders. The Yankee Flipper has a motorized base so when the squirrels jump on it, it starts spinning and they go sailing, LMAO! One of their factories is in Dayville, CT and I have a friend who works there.

Check out the video on the hyperlink, it's hilarious!
EDIT: For some reason, when I just tried to click the "See Video" link, I got an error message. Hopefully they'll get it fixed sometime soon because like I said, the video had me laughing for quite a while when I saw it.

I have to admit, the darn red squirrels figured out a way to jump on it and grab the holes to stop the base from spinning.

Check out THIS FEEDER on the BestNest.com site. It's electronic and gives squirrels a "jolt." I haven't bought one yet but I plan on it in the very near future.

10-27-2008, 10:21 PM

Only way I've stopped the buggers.

Swampper · 10-27-2008, 11:38 PM

Why don't ya just put up a Squirrel feeder?

CoventryCat86 · 10-28-2008, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Swampper

Why don't ya just put up a Squirrel feeder?

I did that but they get bored with it very quickly and just can't resist the challenge to make trouble and go right back to the bird feeders, I can relate to that, LOL!

Don Fernando · 10-28-2008, 03:51 AM

whats wrong with feeding some squirrels? I like the little buggers

Smokin Gator · 10-28-2008, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Ace$nyper

Only way I've stopped the buggers.

^^^^^ Me too. I think they are just plain smarter than I am, but I can pull a trigger!!

tsolomon · 10-28-2008, 05:12 AM

Squirrel baffles work if the feeder is high enough off the ground and not close to any trees or over hanging branches. They are masters of getting into feeders and will invite their buddies to join them. I tried squirrel feeders, but they want the good stuff, so baffles or a more permanent solution is needed.

68TriShield · 10-28-2008, 05:21 AM

I use what Blackdog posted. They work quite well.

Why do you think they're called "Tree Rats"

macpappy · 10-28-2008, 05:30 AM

.22 and a cast iron pot works for me.

Shoot the squirrel. Skin, clean and quarter. Season and dredge in flour and brown in hot grease in a cast iron dutch oven. Add onions, garlic, carrots and potatoes. Cover and place in 375 degree oven for about 2 hours.

Serve with french bread.

10-28-2008, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Ace$nyper

Only way I've stopped the buggers.

+1 that way you get to eat 'em too!

Spect · 10-28-2008, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Ace$nyper

Only way I've stopped the buggers.

QFT Those little buggers have all the time in the world they can figure out how to get around any of those other products.

10-27-2008, 08:44 PM	#1
acruce Just killing Time Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andy Location: Venus TX Posts: 1,114 Trading: (1)	Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder I have a bird feeder that hangs hangs from a metal plant holder about 4 or 5 feet high.I also have a squirrel feeder in another part of the yard. Here lately the squirrels has figured out how to climb up the metal pole and get to the bird feeder. I was wondering if any of you had any idea's how to keep the squirrels out of the bird feeder. I am thinking of buy a big peace of PVC pipe to cover the the metal pole where the feeder hangs. I am hoping that will keep the squirrel from being able to climb up to the feeder. If that doesn't work I'm thinking of buy a pellet gun. __________________ LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST~SMOKE AS MANY FINE CIGARS AS POSSIBLE ~ SMILE ~ IT MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD!!

10-27-2008, 08:47 PM	#2
G G BR549 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Taylor, FL. Posts: 12,701 Trading: (10)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder get a bunch of two liter drink bottles and cut the small end out so that it's very snug around the pole. Then cut out the bottom, and then just slide the bottoms into the bottom of the next one. Worked for me. If that doesn't make sense, let me know and I will take pics of mine so you can see how it looks. That is the only thing that has ever worked for me.

10-27-2008, 08:51 PM	#4
chippewastud79 Fatter than you! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Larry Location: A little place called home. Posts: 5,397 Trading: (44)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder A spinning Squirrel Stop or a cone over the metal pole that they can't get around. __________________ If we weren't supposed to eat animals, then how come they're made of meat? You can never have too many cigars, they are like an investment in good times.

10-27-2008, 08:56 PM	#6
madurofan Random Idiot Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Bill Location: Florida Keys Posts: 146 Trading: (3)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder Maine Coons do a number on squirrels. Might not help with the birds, though. __________________ Better than a Nub Lancero........

10-27-2008, 08:57 PM	#7
FriskyDingo hoosierherfers.com Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Evan Location: Jeffersonville, IN Posts: 318 Trading: (16)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder This may be a bit elaborate but it works. It's called a Squirrel Stop. It uses batteries and when there is a sudden weight added to the feeder it spins, throwing the squirrel to the ground. Here's a pic: There are also several products that aren't nearly as funny that you add to the feeder pole that look like large drum cymbols that prevent squirrels from climbing up... hope this helps! -Evan __________________ -= http://www.hoosierherfers.com =-

10-27-2008, 09:11 PM	#9
BlackDog Gonna make you groove... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Warren Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 2,468 Trading: (19)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder I've got one of each of these. They work prefectly, ahd them for over 5 years with perfect operation. The perches have springs which are strong enough to keep the feed tray open when there is a bird sitting on it, but not strong enough for the weight of a squirrel. If a squirrel gets on the perch, the tray closes. I paid less than they are listed for here at a local farm supply store. http://www.duncraft.com/Heritage-Far...r-P383C34.aspx __________________ "We live in the good of this."

10-27-2008, 10:08 PM	#10
CoventryCat86 Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The North East Posts: 65 Trading: (0)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder I use the Droll Yankee Flipper and Yankee Dipper feeders. The Yankee Flipper has a motorized base so when the squirrels jump on it, it starts spinning and they go sailing, LMAO! One of their factories is in Dayville, CT and I have a friend who works there. Check out the video on the hyperlink, it's hilarious! EDIT: For some reason, when I just tried to click the "See Video" link, I got an error message. Hopefully they'll get it fixed sometime soon because like I said, the video had me laughing for quite a while when I saw it. I have to admit, the darn red squirrels figured out a way to jump on it and grab the holes to stop the base from spinning. Check out THIS FEEDER on the BestNest.com site. It's electronic and gives squirrels a "jolt." I haven't bought one yet but I plan on it in the very near future. Last edited by CoventryCat86; 10-27-2008 at 10:12 PM.

10-27-2008, 10:21 PM	#11
Ace$nyper Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder Only way I've stopped the buggers. Last edited by Ace$nyper; 10-27-2008 at 10:21 PM. Reason: pic too big

10-27-2008, 11:38 PM	#12
Swampper Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Indian Territory Posts: 108 Trading: (0)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder Why don't ya just put up a Squirrel feeder?

10-28-2008, 03:51 AM	#14
Don Fernando Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ferdinand Location: Singapore Posts: 10,064 Trading: (29)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder whats wrong with feeding some squirrels? I like the little buggers

10-28-2008, 05:12 AM	#16
tsolomon Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: The Villages, FL Posts: 1,240 Trading: (31)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder Squirrel baffles work if the feeder is high enough off the ground and not close to any trees or over hanging branches. They are masters of getting into feeders and will invite their buddies to join them. I tried squirrel feeders, but they want the good stuff, so baffles or a more permanent solution is needed.

10-28-2008, 05:21 AM	#17
68TriShield Got Torque? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dave Location: Maryland Posts: 7,184 Trading: (40)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder I use what Blackdog posted. They work quite well. Why do you think they're called "Tree Rats"

10-28-2008, 05:30 AM	#18
macpappy Rider on the storm. Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Slidell, LA Posts: 851 Trading: (0)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder .22 and a cast iron pot works for me. Shoot the squirrel. Skin, clean and quarter. Season and dredge in flour and brown in hot grease in a cast iron dutch oven. Add onions, garlic, carrots and potatoes. Cover and place in 375 degree oven for about 2 hours. Serve with french bread. __________________ WARNING: I am a Southern White Male. I have a brain and I know how to use it.