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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #140 on: May 07, 2020, 12:05:04 PM »
I don't. Just asking.

There isn't any.
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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #141 on: May 07, 2020, 12:05:48 PM »
How about this?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000HASBOU/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

I actually like this over the other one that I posted.

Looks like the one @lfas25 has. But I think it will only work if you the pole has removal parts that allow you to slip this on.

It isn't as the one I have came with the stand, but its very similar.
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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #142 on: May 07, 2020, 12:06:22 PM »
How do you handle them?

Personally I don't have too many options, so squirrels are a problem sometimes. We mitigate it by using mainly foods that squirrels don't like too much, and my daughter likes to sit and read by the window and scare them away when they show up.
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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #143 on: May 07, 2020, 12:06:27 PM »
I've found that the best way to get them is in-store. Walmart has a generic that is my favorite (and also the cheapest at ~$1.30/lb)) - but it's available in-store only. I've never seen my local Walmart (Monsey) out of stock, even in winter when they don't have a lot of birdseed.
Very interesting. Nothing in my Walmart.

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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #144 on: May 07, 2020, 12:08:35 PM »
I actually like this over the other one that I posted.
Thanks!

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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #145 on: May 07, 2020, 12:08:42 PM »
Very interesting. Nothing in my Walmart.

That's a shame... did you try asking them if they typically carry it?
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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #146 on: May 07, 2020, 12:10:06 PM »
Thanks @Something Fishy ! :)
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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #147 on: May 07, 2020, 12:11:20 PM »
That's a shame... did you try asking them if they typically carry it?
They were not exactly displaying a סבר פנים יפות.

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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #148 on: May 07, 2020, 12:12:59 PM »
Thanks @Something Fishy ! :)
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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #149 on: May 07, 2020, 12:13:06 PM »
I found this picture from last year... thats what happens when you have a good baffle.
"FEED MEEEEE"


This terrible picture of the baffle working from my old setup.
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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #150 on: May 07, 2020, 12:13:49 PM »

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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #151 on: May 07, 2020, 12:14:24 PM »
I found this picture from last year... thats what happens when you have a good baffle.
"FEED MEEEEE"


This terrible picture of the baffle working from my old setup.

He DOES look baffled.

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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #152 on: May 07, 2020, 12:41:32 PM »
Most poles ship in sections that screw into each other.

Sure will.
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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #153 on: May 07, 2020, 12:44:47 PM »

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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #154 on: May 07, 2020, 12:50:07 PM »
Anyone try this?
https://seedsandmore.net/do-mothballs-repel-squirrels/

Never tried that, but in doubt I'll tolerate the smell.

I have used cayenne pepper, but with mixed results.
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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #155 on: May 07, 2020, 12:54:57 PM »
Never tried that, but in doubt I'll tolerate the smell.
Because your feeders are right near your house. It may be an option for the middle of a yard.

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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #156 on: May 07, 2020, 12:55:42 PM »
Because your feeders are right near your house. It may be an option for the middle of a yard.

Yup, should be worth a try.
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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #157 on: May 07, 2020, 12:59:23 PM »
איסורי הנאה from what? Basar V Chalav?
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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #158 on: May 07, 2020, 02:37:30 PM »
How about spraying the pole with pam?
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Re: Bird Feeders and Backyard Birding
« Reply #159 on: May 07, 2020, 02:38:54 PM »
How about spraying the pole with pam?
That works, but it's officially not healthy for squirrels and it needs to be sprayed every couple of days.
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