Backyard Style - Outdoor, Backyard Pond and Birding

Personally, I like squirrels. My backyard has a group of squirrels who get their morning exercise chasing each other around the yard. It is particularly funny when 2 chase each other and then all of a sudden, they reverse roles- the one being chased turns around and is now the chaser. My kids love watching this. There is the cutest little black squirrel who keeps to himself, but is still entertaining as he leaps from tree branch to tree branch.

Now, as much as I like squirrel, I also like birds. What does a squirrel lover and bird lover do? Buy squirrel proof bird feeders. The variety of squirrel proof bird feeders available is amazing.


I really like a platform feeder and that type is the hardest to keep squirrel off. The Squirrel Blocker Champion Feeder works great. You know that platform feeder work great for sizes of birds. They are welcome to a platform feeder because of the easy and open access to the food. You also know that open access means you will need to keep the squirrels away! The Blocker Champion Feeder foils the squirrels with the two Squirrel-Blocker grids. This feeder is filled with a layer of black oil sunflower seed, so the bottom grid rests on top of the seed. The two-grids fence squirrel noses and squirrel paws and they are prevented from reaching the seed. The birds, however, feed easily. Every piece is completely chew proof, so the squirrels have nothing to gain. The seed capacity is one pound of black oil sunflower seed. This feeder is easy to clean, easy to fill and has built in drainage. Best of all is its beautiful antique copper finish.



The Spiral Sunflower Feeder/Twirl A Squirrel Combo is a great choice for a feeder that uses extra large mixed seed. This feeder is not only effective, but it is hilariously funny to watch the squirrels on the Twirl-a Squirrel. The part that is squirrel-proof has a patented "locking lid." Just twist and lock those squirrels have no chance at the seed. The patented spirals on this feeder attract more birds and allow more birds to feed. Birds love to perch on the patented spiral and love to "run the spiral", instead of flying to another perch. This feeders allows up to 12 birds to feed at once and has a 3 quart seed capacity. The Spiral Sunflower Feeder/Twirl A Squirrel Combo comes completely assembled and is easy to clean. The "Twist & Clean" easy-clean bottom comes completely off for easy cleaning. There are no screws to worry about, just twist and clean.



The BIRDS ONLY! Squirrel-Proof Feeder is the ultimate squirrel proof feeder. It utilizes patented Double Defense system against squirrels. First, the unique baffler design dome tilts easily, causing squirrels to fall to the ground below when the try to get to the seed. Yes, more entertainment! Second, the patented squirrel-proof collar closes due to the squirrels own weight and this will block off access to the seed. Easy to use- easy fill top and really easy to clean. The large 4 pound capacity allows you to go longer between filling.


Happy Bird Feeding (and squirrel watching)!!

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