Earthworm Probe

[crzy_kevo]

its actually not as dangerous as you think i do have a pretty good knowledge of electricity just dont touch the metal parts of the screwdrivers if you are really paranoid then wear a couple pairs of rubber gloves and a good way to be safe as well is to stick them into the ground first then plug it in and then move them around one at a time as needed

[Zephyr]

Kay, I'm using copper nails apparently...
No show tonight. Not a single worm.
But it was really cold out. Hopefully it'll be bright n' shiny tomorrow and the worms will be higher up in the ground.

[CrazyHedgehog]

OMG I so thought you lot were talking about sexing probes for worms...(envisages teeny weeny little probes and magnifying glass)

[crzy_kevo]

kyle are you using long nails because im using long screw drivers going at least 9-10" into the ground plus the earth has to be wet for it to conduct the electricity properly and let it sit for a few minuted watching carefully especially when doing it in the grass because they tend to hide under the grass so when you do it again water the grass fo for a while and then wait about an hour and then try it you should get some results as well if you are using an outlet on the outside of the house make sure the breaker is on and that you didn't blow the breaker by accidentally touching the probes together

[ATNGUY]

I am glad to see some of you guys have tried the probe. I got a chuckle as this thread drifted off into PJ preferences.

Kevin, my screwdrivers are shorter than yours, have you tried pushing them in halfway? I wonder if 8-9 inches diffuses the current too much. Just a thought. Your comments on watering are dead on. Water is needed to conduct the juice, and if the grass is too dry the worms will be deep.

Zephyr, you mentioned going out at night.....I use my probe during the day, for what its worth. Daylight doesn't seem to matter, soil moisture is a bigger issue.

Regarding safety concerns.....Kevin is dead on regarding the circuit breaker. Also, if you have modern wiring, you should have a GFI outlet in your kitchen and bathroom. These outlets will trip easier if there is a accident. But as long as you are careful, you should be fine. Use common sense! With that being said, bare copper nails scare me a bit. I would highly recommend screwdrivers and lots of electrical tape.


Andrew