How to Hang a Bird Feeder
A step-by-step guide to hanging a bird feeder, covering mount types, tools, installation steps, and common mistakes to avoid.
Installation
How to install and position squirrel baffles and feeders correctly.
How to Install a Squirrel Baffle on a Shepherd Hook
A step-by-step walkthrough for mounting a squirrel baffle on a shepherd hook, covering ground stability, shaft fit, and placement.
How to Install a Squirrel Baffle on a 4×4 Post
A step-by-step walkthrough for mounting a squirrel baffle on a standard 4x4 wooden post, from measuring the post to a final clearance check.
How Far Can a Squirrel Jump?
Jump distance depends on more than a single number. We break down what actually determines how far a squirrel can jump, and how it affects feeder placement.
How Far From Trees Should a Squirrel Baffle Be?
Plan your feeder location before you install a baffle. We cover safe distances from trees, fences, and rooflines so squirrels can't jump past the baffle entirely.
How High Should a Squirrel Baffle Be?
How high to mount a squirrel baffle by pole, post, hook, and hanging setup, and why height alone can't stop every squirrel.
How to Install a Squirrel Baffle
A squirrel baffle only works if it’s mounted correctly. The most common reason a baffle...
How High Should a Bird Feeder Be?
How high to hang a bird feeder for safety, squirrel resistance, and easy refilling, with adjustments for feeder type and yard layout.