How to Make a Squirrel Bungee

Measure the distance from the ground to a sturdy tree branch to which you wish to attach a squirrel bungee. Add extra length to allow for the diameter of the tree branch.

Decide how many cords to use to obtain the desired length of the finished project. Use a mixture of long and short cords, if you wish. Plan for at least two 1-foot cords to be placed at the lower end of the project.

Wrap one end of a cord around a sturdy tree branch to start creating the bungee. Loop the hook onto the cord. Pull the cord tight, so the hook and cord are flush against the branch.

Stretch the looped cord slightly to create a temporary open space between the cord and the branch. Wrap a piece of duct tape around the hook and cord to prevent a squirrel from getting tangled in the hook. Let the taped area snap back against the branch.

Hook another bungee cord onto the bottom hook of the first cord. Wrap duct tape around the hook area. Continue adding cords until the last cord hangs about a foot above the ground. Tape each hooked area.

Cut a finger from a used work glove. Slip the glove piece over the hook at the bottom of the last cord to protect squirrels from injury.

Place a corn and seed block inside a cage-type bird and squirrel feeder. Push the open side of the feeder closed, and make sure the clamps are fastened into the cage wiring. Attach the loose hook-end of the cage feeder hanging chain an inch away from the attached end of the hanging chain.

Push the glove finger piece upward to expose the hook on the bungee cord. Place the feeder cage chain over the bungee hook. Slide the glove finger down over the hook and chain.

Leave the bungee hanging close to the ground for a few days to allow the squirrels to find it.

Remove one length of the cords after a few days to entice squirrels to jump up to get the food. Remove another length after a few more days, if you want. Be sure to cover the bottom hook of the bungee with a glove finger each time you change the length.