When I first started raising chickens, I thought building a coop would be a piece of cake. I mean, how hard could it be? Four walls, a roof, and a door—done, right? Wrong. One of…
I remember the first time I built a chicken coop. I spent hours planning the size, choosing the best materials, and figuring out how to keep my flock safe from predators. But one detail had…
When I first decided to raise chickens, I thought placing the coop was as simple as picking a flat spot in the yard. But after a scorching summer and a freezing winter, I realized that…
I’ll admit it—when I first started raising chickens, I naively assumed they’d automatically waddle back to the coop as soon as the sun dipped below the horizon. After all, isn’t that what they’re supposed to…
When I first started raising chickens, I figured insulation was only something to worry about for my house—or maybe a well-built shed. I didn’t think much about it when I set up my coop. But…
When I first started raising chickens, I thought building a coop was all about square footage and nesting boxes. I was focused on the basics—enough room for the hens to roam, cozy nesting spots for…
It’s been one of my most rewarding experiences to raise chickens, but I soon realized it’s more than just feeding and collecting eggs. It’s about creating a space that truly supports the well-being of your…
When I first started raising chickens, I thought it was going to be a simple process. After all, how hard could it be? You build a coop, add some nesting boxes, and just wait for…
I remember my first winter with chickens. The cold crept in, the water froze solid, and I stood there, staring at my coop, debating whether to install a heater. Would my feathered friends freeze, or…