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    Deep litter/bedding on top of sand?

    Ah. Exactly what I needed to hear. As we're in single digits now the sand is suuupperr cold so I was hoping bedding on top would help a little. Probably won't, but it makes me feel better?
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    Deep litter/bedding on top of sand?

    Hey all, does anyone have experience putting Hemp bedding or deep litter for that matter on top of sand? I have sand in my coop but was going to put hemp bedding down on top of it for winter. I know sand doesn't compost so I know it won't be true deep litter, just exploring options to keep...
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    Are rose hips safe?

    Does anyone give their flock rose hips? We have a ton of wild rose in our area and would love to know if anyone else gives them. I hear they're loaded with vitamin c. Do they need to be cooked first? Can I forage a bunch and dehydrate/freeze? Thanks!
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    Coop Building on a high water table

    This whole explanation is AWESOME. I can not thank you enough. the coop is on a slight downslope so one of the posts will not be elevated... since I'm cutting a hole in the bottom of the bucket does it just stay in the ground forever?
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    Coop Building on a high water table

    Any thoughts on RubbrCoat57 to seal the end in the ground?
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    Coop Building on a high water table

    Thanks for the advice! Im using 6 x 6's because I have them on hand and was trying to avoid buying more lumber. I thought it was overkill too but then thought they might even be stronger? thoughts? I did want to treat the end that goes in the ground, think RubbrCoat 57 would do?
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    Coop Building on a high water table

    Does anyone have experience building on a high water table? I need secure posts into the ground for the exterior of my run but am in the water table when I dig down a foot and a half or so. I plan on pouring quickrete around the base of the posts (I have pressure treated 6x 6's). Someone...
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    Plexiglass windows for winter coop

    Good to know, thanks for the advise!
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    Plexiglass windows for winter coop

    Yes and they're pretty expensive! And a couple companies that were in my price range are sold out. If I have to spend $$ I will, just trying not to!
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    Plexiglass windows for winter coop

    Hi all, im in the process of an 8 x 4 coop build and am having a ton of trouble finding windows. Anyone use plexiglass for coops that have to endure cold winter temps/heavy winds/snow? My concern is if they would be strong/ warm enough. Was thinking about double pane plexiglass. Thanks in...
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    Aspiring Mountain Chicken Mama

    This is huge because I live in a strange "weather hole" in CA. Thanks so much for the suggestion!
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    Aspiring Mountain Chicken Mama

    Good to know. I wasn't totally prepared for the cost of the electric fencing but if I've made the commitment to raise these girls then so be it!
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    Aspiring Mountain Chicken Mama

    Hey all, I've already taken so much information from these threads, so thank you! I'll be getting 6 babies come the end of April (Orpingtons, Cochins, EE's and Ameraucaunas). I live in Mammoth Lakes in the Eastern Sierra mountains. If anyone else on here has experience with rearing chickens in...
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