Stack Hay Bales for Dry Storage

What happens here

When storing hay bales, particularly round bales, stack them in a specific configuration to shed water and keep them dry. A common method is a '3-2-1' pyramid stack (three bales on the bottom, two in the middle, one on top). Cover the stack with a tarp, ensuring it is wide enough to cover the entire stack (e.g., a 24-foot wide tarp for typical round bales). Brace the side bales against the main stack and use straps and old tires as weights to hold the tarp securely in place against wind and rain.

Goal: Store hay bales efficiently to protect them from moisture