4/1/2023 0 Comments Bird feeder pole![]() ![]() With so many attachments to choose from, it’s easy to get carried away. A Couple of Tipsĭon’t overload the bird feeder pole system. Another key is to place the pole 10 feet or more away from anything that squirrels can climb – they can jump a long way and the more adventurous ones will definitely make the attempt when tempted with a full bird feeder. The key is to attach the baffle high enough up the pole so that the squirrels can’t jump high enough to get around it. It’s fun watching them climb up the pole into the baffle after realizing that there’s nowhere for them to go, they back out looking somewhat baffled by the whole thing (pun intended). It’s also too tall for them to jump over. Squirrels can climb the pole but they can’t get around the baffle as it’s too wide for them to get their arms around. This keeps the baffle from sliding down while still letting it move from side to side. The baffle slides over the pole and is held in place with a thumb screw tightened against the pole. Many work for a while and then the squirrels figure out a way to “beat the system.” So I wasn’t holding out much hope that the APS baffle would be effective. ![]() You’ve probably seen many different types of contraptions designed to block squirrels’ access to the feeder – everything from Slinky-like springs to large saucers to greasing the pole. The baffle is easy to install and completely defeats squirrels and raccoons trying to raid your bird feeders The auger and the stabilizer make it easy to install the pole and the system will stay in place under most conditions, especially after the ground freezes. Be sure the base is perfectly vertical when you do this or the whole system will end up crooked – it helps to have a level or someone helping you keep it straight. When the pole is firmly in place, slide the stabilizer over the base pole and push the four legs into the ground (just step on them). Be careful when installing the pole system in rocky ground as buried rocks can damage the pole and prevent it from screwing fully into the ground. ![]() The bottom of the bird feeder pole has an integrated auger that allows you to screw the pole into the ground. Top off the whole system with a decorative finial and you’re ready to start feeding the birds! Easily Screws Into the Ground for Stability There are other accessories as well, such as feeder cups and water dishes, that easily attach to the pole. ![]() Once the pole is installed, you can add on a variety of “arms,” including double-crook, single-crook, and decorative “branches” from which to hang bird feeders. The pole system has a two-piece pole the 4-foot long bottom half is screwed into the ground and the 4-foot upper part then slides over top and locks in place. All parts have a black, powder-coated finish that holds up beautifully over many years of use without rusting or staining. The WBU APS bird feeder pole system comes with a whole range of parts that allow you to customize it to fit your individual needs. Do you have problems with squirrels or raccoons raiding your bird feeder? They eat everything in sight and scatter the rest on the ground for their friends! After years of frustration, and many products that were supposed to solve the problem, I finally tried the Advanced Pole System® (APS) from Wild Birds Unlimited (WBU). ![]()
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