Slinky 101: Life Hack
By: Brian Puckett, Vice Chairman Helena Beautification Board
A simple slinky over the post of your bird feeder protects from squirrels
Squirrel!!! No, I am not being Dug, the Golden Retriever, from the movie UP! Those are the fluffy tailed rat-like creatures attacking my birdfeeder. Whether you have a garden or not, you more than likely have a bird feeder hanging somewhere around your house and are sick and tired of going through tons of bird seed for squirrels.
If the above is you or someone you know, do I ever have a solution for you. A few years ago, my Mom taught me a trick to keep the squirrels away from the precious bird seed. At first I was hesitant… It sounded way too easy, but it actually works.
A slinky! Yes, you read that correctly, a slinky is more than just America’s favorite walking spring toy. It’s also a really easy and funny way to keep your birdfeeder squirrel free. By simply putting a slinky on the pole holding your birdfeeder you are able to keep squirrels away and have entertainment of watching them get sprung back down to the ground.
So run out and buy your $5.00 slinky to protect your seeds, and be sure to thank my Mom for this awesome and easy life hack.
If the above is you or someone you know, do I ever have a solution for you. A few years ago, my Mom taught me a trick to keep the squirrels away from the precious bird seed. At first I was hesitant… It sounded way too easy, but it actually works.
A slinky! Yes, you read that correctly, a slinky is more than just America’s favorite walking spring toy. It’s also a really easy and funny way to keep your birdfeeder squirrel free. By simply putting a slinky on the pole holding your birdfeeder you are able to keep squirrels away and have entertainment of watching them get sprung back down to the ground.
So run out and buy your $5.00 slinky to protect your seeds, and be sure to thank my Mom for this awesome and easy life hack.
About the Author
A twelve-year resident of Helena, Brian is actively involved in civic and faith based initiatives and is currently serving as Vice Chairman and Secretary of the Helena Beautification Board, Secretary of the Helena Elementary PTO, and a second term on the Riverchase Business Association Board of Directors, where his eye for design has help lead the Riverchase ARC. Brian has an MBA and works at Regions Bank. Mr. Puckett is married with two daughters. With a knack for design, Brian makes ideas come to life. His eye for detail bodes well from small planter flower selections to grandiose projects. A skilled woodcrafter, he recently showcased his skills in the various holiday displays throughout Old Town.