I felt like I was being watched. Way way up in the trees in the corner of our lot, something caught my eye:

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Zooming in we see the culprit:

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The dilemma:

Twice before, our electricity has gone out because the raccoons nest near the power lines for warmth. Somehow they chew through the wires without electrocuting themselves. The electric company very nicely rewired the connection to our house, but have given us a stern warning: Three times you're out!. Next time we pay for the repair. 

Suggestions? Not reall thrilled about cutting down the trees.

 

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8 responses to “Something caught my eye”

  1. kate Avatar

    what about having an arborist cut back the trees? Or at least away from the power lines? other than that, you could trap the little buggers and take them to be relocated. I don’t know if raccoons will migrate back 😦

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  2. kathy b Avatar

    I tried to comment the other day..had some issues.
    I say you set up a tray feeder with sunflower seeds and bacon scraps about 4 yards down from your house….

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  3. Karen Avatar
    Karen

    They probably have to come to earth to forage – perhaps surround the base of the trees with cayenne spray so they don’t want to go across it?

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  4. Pamela Lee Avatar

    Hi,
    I would love it if you could e-mail me a copy of your Herringbone Rib Scarf pattern. 🙂
    Thanking you in advance,
    Pamela

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  5. LoriAngela Avatar

    Live trap and release elsewhere. That’s what my sisters do.

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  6. Lynne Avatar

    I am one of those weirdos that would actually leave a marshmallow for a raccoon. I know, I know. But they are adorable little mischief makers that can really raise havoc around the house. Live trap is your option.

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  7. Jil Avatar
    Jil

    I would like a copy of the Herringbone Scarf Pattern. Thanks

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