If you’re tired of squirrels raiding your bird feeder and eating all the seed, you’re not alone! One bird lover faced this exact issue. Initially, they had their feeder hanging from a tree, which made it easy for squirrels to access. So, they decided to mount the feeder on a small pole, hoping the squirrels wouldn’t be able to climb it. Despite some initial success, the clever squirrels figured out how to scale the pole within an hour!

Undeterred, the bird lover tried a new tactic: adding a smooth, slippery bucket to the pole. The idea was that the squirrel wouldn’t be able to grip the bucket’s sides and reach the feeder. While this worked to some extent, the squirrels found a new trick—they’d climb the tree and leap onto the feeder from above!

To counter this, branches were trimmed back to limit the squirrels’ jumping range. The struggle continues, but with persistence, there’s hope for a squirrel-proof bird feeder yet. If you’re battling these furry intruders, a smooth metal pole might be your next best bet. Keep trying—you might just outsmart those crafty critters!