Thanks for the adivse SteveO.
Does this mean that I have to give back the awards from my last 7 entries at state wide home brew competitions? 2-first, 4 second, 1 third. Seven for seven isn't too bad, is it? I guess it would be better if they were all "best of show" so there IS room for improvement.
The Nebraska birds must be more discriminating than the ones here in California. Not too long after mine hits the ground the wild turkey, dove, and deer are all over it. Since I am on a fixed retirement income I think I'll just keep on doin' what I'm doin' for now and spend that bird seed money on more brewing components.
Keep on brewin' brother! Sounds like you enjoy your birds & brew as much as I do.
Don't take yourself too seriously, laugh much, live long, and enjoy a cold one, U.J.