A method of squirrel-proofing a bird feeder includes identifying a first fixed structure and a second fixed structure. A desired location between the first fixed structure and the second fixed structure is identified. A first end of a first cord is secured to the first fixed structure. A length of the first cord is selected such that the first cord is disposed at an obtuse angle relative to vertical when a second end of the first cord is secured to a mount of the bird feeder disposed at the desired location. A first end of a second cord is secured to the second fixed structure. A length of the second cord is selected such that the second cord is disposed at the obtuse angle relative to vertical when a second end of the second cord is secured to the mount of the bird feeder disposed at the desired location.
