Recent content by BuckinghamFarm

Had no time to get it all cleaned out today after work but this is the shed that I'm going to use for gals this winter. Arrt how should I set this bad boy up?

The shed is about 5X5 and probably 8 ft in height. I have 6 RIR and would eventually like to get more. I just updated my profile to include my location (Thanks!) I am in Southern CT. The winters here get pretty cold for about 3 months. I can bring power into the shed from anywhere up high where...

thanks so much. I like your setup a lot. I have to start gathering the supplies so when the time comes I'm ready. Thanks again. Also, I'm cleaning out my shed that is right next to the run. Any insight on how I can set it up in there?

what delivery method did you use? what I mean is how did the chicks get the water? did you use the horizontal nipples?

I like the way your setup sounds! I will do some more research on it! thanks!

I don't plan on using my current water setup for the winter. I plan on using a 5 gallon bucket with a heating element inside and using horizontal nipples. What do you suggest?

thanks for your reply! I will definetly be going with what you suggest. what is 'DL'?

yes, i am worried about the water freezing in the winter. I live in CT and over the winter is does get quite cold here for the winter. I plan on using a 5 gallon bucket hooked up to a thermocube with a couple horizontal poultry nipples with a heating element and a water pump to keep the water...

yes, the coop is quite small. I do plan on lining the run with contractors plastic to keep the elements out.I was planning on using the shed as a actual cool, but can sacrifice the room yet. Now, if i use the plastic to line the run would i leave a couple inches at the very top exposed so air...

thanks for the reply! I live in Connecticut. Our winters are in the teens and sometimes around 0 at night.

Hey everyone! This is my first post! I've been roaming around this site for a while now and figured id reach out and ask a few questions, and hopefully some experienced users can reply and help me out. Ive done some research, but id like to get some personalized information/clarification on a...