Troyer Tunnels

I recently purchased fifty Troyer Tunnels to install on my newly obtained natural gourds, and also to put on my crescent shaped Supergourds. The only reason I am modifying the Supergourds is that to trap predators, you must remove the metal porch. This often spooks the predator, sending them to another gourd.

Modifying the Supergourd wasn't as difficult as I thought, but you have to be careful as the hole saw will "walk" on you. When applying the caulk, don't skimp on quantity or quality. I used to put only a thin, aesthetically pleasing layer of caulk, but soon learned I had to patch it up almost yearly. After applying liberal amounts of caulk, I then take my finger and reinforce it in circular motions. This seems to last season after season, it just takes a little longer to dry. Of course, I will eventually paint the natural gourds white once the caulk dries.

You can purchase these tunnels at Ceative Universe Enterprises at a special low February price of $5.25 each (minimum 12) with free shipping. Or you could buy them from the PMCA at $7.00 each plus huge S&H fees.

The gourds are pictured in my basement where I have my "man cave".