I use the deep litter method (think composting in the coop) using a combo of hay and very dry wood shavings. I rake around everyday to stir things up & sometimes I throw in a couple of handful's of torn mint. I have never had a odor problem and the girls are warm & dry. Your right bees are very...
I hadn't had chickens since I was a small child in CA.
When my husband and I were looking to buy our first house I was dreaming of having a few hens again.. about 2 years later I do. I was pleased to stumble across this site last year and all the wonderful knowledge housed on it!