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    Anyone have their coop inside of a large run? Pics?

    I built a coop inside a run, but need to enter run to get coop access, unfortunately. I did that for security reasons. Pics in case useful.
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    Comment by 'colinpurrington' in article 'My Sunflower Coop'

    Thanks! I like to think the chickens appreciate it, too, but I know they could care less.
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    Mosquitoes

    Could you post photographs of this setup? Also would be curious to see pics of what you catch inside.
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    Mosquitoes

    This company is being sued. The salt inside doesn't do a thing, apparently. Total scam.
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    Mosquitos and the coop

    A high-powered fan is an excellent solution that always works.
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    I need some help here.

    DEET is fantastic and has been monitored for years for safety concerns. Sure, don't spray it in your eyes and don't drink it, but topically it's not going to harm you.
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    Mosquitos and the coop

    Here are my suggestions: https://colinpurrington.com/fighting-mosquitoes/.
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    I need some help here.

    Spartan Mosquito is being sued for false advertising. The company claimed that the salt killed the adult mosquitoes in yards but per scientists, salt does not kill mosquitoes. Scientists in Florida even tested the tubes and found they were ineffective. Unfortunately a scam.
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    Comment by 'colinpurrington' in article 'My Sunflower Coop'

    I just hope the neighbors don't complain. Really doesn't blend in.
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    Comment by 'colinpurrington' in article 'My Sunflower Coop'

    Thank you. Did you end up adding a mural?
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    Comment by 'colinpurrington' in article 'My Sunflower Coop'

    Thanks, @MarcyG. Occupants so far are underwhelmed.
  12. My Sunflower Coop

    My Sunflower Coop

    Finally finished my coop. It's a walk-in, slant-roof design built largely of scrap lumber I found around town. Sunflower siding is from an 8 x 12' backdrop that I'd constructed for my daughter's graduation party (for photo ops). Built inside a 6 x 8 x 30' wire structure that previously was my...
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