We had 3 Red Stars and a fake Australorp (she has feathered feet as an adult, so I don't know if she's a mix or what. Pretty black feathers and a nice disposition. Oh, and she likes to hop up in the window and watch TV!) This year, we have added some RIRs and Black Stars.
We tried using a...
I live just south of Denver, CO, and our 4 chickens were in a little Eglu over some very chilly nights last year. Several mornings, it was -12 when I left the house at 6:00. Chickens were fine. Our biggest winter struggle was keeping them supplied with unfrozen water.
Thank you for sharing your process with us! I am still in the learning stage and it was really neat to watch your chicks mature and see the design of your coop.
Denise