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If you Can't Beat 'Em, Feed 'Em!

Sometimes no matter what you've tried, nothing seems to work to keep those bushy-tailed acrobats off your bird feeders!

How about giving the squirrels a place of their own to dine? Squirrels can be very entertaining to watch and giving them their own place to eat - far from the bird feeders - you may notice after a while they'll completely leave the bird feeders alone.

Below I've listed some squirrel feeder ideas that may help the birds eat in peace.

Tips on Feeding Squirrels

  • Place your squirrel feeders far from your bird feeders so that they don't scare the birds and they don't feel the need to visit the bird feeders.

  • There are a lot of food options for feeding squirrels. General food options can be seeds and nut mixes. You can get a wild life mix or a bird seed mix that has a variety of seeds and nuts. Choosing something with larger seeds is always a good idea.

  • Peanuts in or out of the shell, Rodent Chow (from a pet store) or field corn still on the cob are other great choices for feeding your furry friends.

  • Be considerate of neighbors. If they don't like squirrels, it's best not to encourage them by putting out tons of food near the property line.


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Build Your Own - Hide and Eat Squirrel Jar Feeder

Here's a great "Dine-In" Squirrel Feeder! The curious creatures can climb right in to enjoy their meal.

Click here for Free Jar Squirrel Feeder Plans.

Squirrel Cookie Recipe

Who doesn't love cookies? Another thing you can do is make "squirrel cookies". They're filling for the squirrels, so they don't eat as much of your birdseed. Here's a great recipe from Wisconsin Squirrel Connection

RECIPE:

(Note that I don't follow any specific proportions)

Put the following ingredients into a large bowl and stir:
*Rodent Chow crushed into powder or tiny chunks (You can use a hammer or coffee grinder to do this.)
*Small hazelnut, pecan, or walnut pieces, and a handful of sunflower seeds.
*Some hazelnut or walnut oil (optional)
*A bit of cornmeal (optional)
*Soft, plain suet
*Peanut butter for taste - you have to judge how much. If you can't smell peanut butter, they probably won't eat it.

Next, add a bit of flour to get a sticky "cookie dough" consistency. That's what will hold the ingredients together. Mix or knead well.

Roll the dough into small balls about the size of a walnut, or into a cookie form. Roll into some nuts or sunflower seeds. Freeze well . Squirrels won't eat it if it's mushy.

You can get creative with the recipe, sometimes I roll up the "dough" in small balls with a nut inside before freezing it, or put some on a twig or craft stick, and freeze for a "squirrel pop".

Garden Party Favors

Need some favors for your garden party? Flower seed favors fit the theme perfectly and are both animal and earth friendly.

Build Your Own - Squirrel Cafe Feeder

Best seat in the house! Your squirrel friends will love taking a seat on this diner.

Click here to get your own Free Squirrel Cafe Feeder Plans

Squirrels - Like 'em or Leave 'em?

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Build Your Own - Squirrel Box Feeder

You know how clever squirrels can be when it comes to finding their food. A box feeder is a great way to give the squirrels their own food supply, and creates some entertainment for you too!

Click here for your own Squirrel Box Feeder plans.

Gardening Gifts for Friends

Know a nature lover who spends countless hours out in the yard or garden? A gardening gift basket works for any occasion and includes a variety of gardening tools and delicious treats to brighten their day!

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  • Ladymermaid Apr 17, 2012 @ 7:00 am | delete
    I love your phrase if you can't beat em feed em. Squirrels definitely are little geniuses when it comes to finding food. I love having them around.
  • getupandgrow Feb 20, 2012 @ 1:05 pm | delete
    Squirrels-and specifically, feeding squirrels, is one of the most therapeutic things I do. Just one look at their furry little faces and tummies, and I'm happy, whatever else has been going on.
  • veryirie Feb 20, 2012 @ 3:15 am | delete
    We don't have squirrels in Hawaii, but growing up in the mainland I used to love watching the squirrels.
  • Beautiful-Bridal Feb 18, 2012 @ 10:33 am | delete
    We have squirrels running up and down our trees, so entertaining especially for our cat. I love the Squirrel Box Feeder.
  • revenue4u Feb 18, 2012 @ 4:18 am | delete
    I love watching squirrels. It is raining now and I wonder if they are keeping dry. Great lens. Squid liked.
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