We had chicks in our "brooder" tote with a heat lamp in the garage. Air temperature was around -2F. Had to keep the lid on the tote and cover with a towel to keep them warm enough. It's risky but it can be done.
-13 with calm wind. Sun just broke the horizon, should see temps above zero soon. You know its cold when your cold tap water steams. The ducks are eagerly awaiting their routine sunbathe.
It supplements the need for commercial feed at an average of $0.03 per pound. Costing around $1.20 per 40 pounds compared to a 40 pound bag of scratch at $9.49 per bag. Using a bag per week your looking at an annual savings of $431.08 per year.