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    Wichita Cabin Coop design computer models and material list

    You're welcome!
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    Coop stud spacing

    Hello, a little confused why you haven't been able to contact us...our email remains unchanged at [email protected] We'd be happy to answer any questions. Thank you!
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    Wichita Cabin Coop design computer models and material list

    Sorry, must have missed this question...our email address remains unchanged at [email protected] Thank you!
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    Chesapeake Cabin Coop

    Your coop is fantastic...great job! Thanks for mentioning us at Wichita Cabin Coop :)
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    Wichita Cabin Coop design computer models and material list

    For an idea of what it cost us to build our coop, please refer to post #5 (from 2/15/14) above. In addition, some folks have sent us information on how much they spent while building their own version of the "WCC". We have seen quotes as low as $250, up to a high of $1,500. A lot seems to...
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    Wichita Cabin Coop design computer models and material list

    Our coop currently just rests on its paving stone “foundation” – it is not attached to it. We did it this way since we wanted the option to be able to move it someday, if necessary. We haven’t had any major issues with this yet – a little settling in one corner, but otherwise has remained...
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    7 Heavenly Hens GARDEN - Coop construction (Wichita Cabin coop inspired)

    So pretty Sam! We have loved watching your families dreams come to fruition - John & Donna Baldessari
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    Surprise Az "Wichita Cabin"

    Looking great! Can't wait to see it finished :)
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    Wichita Cabin Coop design computer models and material list

    We didn't really keep track of costs while building -- material purchases were spread out over several months, as the design evolved / was built. However, would estimate final cost to probably be somewhere in the $800 - $1,000 range for ours. I was able to use some recycled materials (e.g...
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    sn0wwhite's Wichita Coop for the Twin Cities

    Pick out a few of the shots that you like best and email them to us at [email protected] ... We'll post them with your name (however you would like it shown) and your city/state. I love to see all of the ideas folks use to really make the Wichita Cabin Coop their own. Love the etched...
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    sn0wwhite's Wichita Coop for the Twin Cities

    Hey! The coop looks great. We'd love to post some on our Wichita Cabin Coop Facebook page if you'd be willing to share them. Best regards, John & Donna Baldessari [email protected] www.facebook.com/WichitaCabinCoop
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    Wichita Cabin Coop design computer models and material list

    Reprinted here per request / with permission of Phillip H.: Donna, Here is a pic of my finished chicken house. We have 6 chickens in it and get about 5 eggs a day. I tried to figure out how to write a recommendation on the BYC website but couldn't so you can post this if you want...
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    Wichita Cabin Coop design computer models and material list

    In response to requests for plans to build this coop, we offer the following package: 2 "SketchUp" 3D computer models of the Wichita Cabin Coop design (1 of basic framing details, and 1 of entire coop) PDF document of "Wichita Cabin Coop Building Guidelines & Material List" The SketchUp files...
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    Chicken hugging...

    Looks who's finally big enough to pick up and carry the chickens -- !! :-) They like to hop up to be with her on the swingset / slide... There is a whole lot of "chicken hugging" going on in our backyard nowadays...
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    winter watering? how do you all deal with it?

    If you can run electricity out to the coop (extension cords or dedicated lines), you could try a setup similar to this: Make sure to use a ceramic or metal pot if you do this -- no plastics or other meltable / flamable items. Also, make sure there is a suitable air gap between the...
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