I really wanted to leave all of the gaps at the top open around the front and back but think it may be an open door for big snakes! I am also allergic to stinging insects and didn't want wasps or yellow jackets taking up a residence inside of my shack. Do the chickens and guineas ward off...
Here are a few more. still need to insulate and finish walls and tile the place. door is setup to be a dutch style door and will have "siding" also.
This last pic is an item I picked up for free off of craigslist. It is an old shipping crate and was used as a temporary coop by the...
Yeah, we are really excited about all of this. first time living out in the sticks and first time ever having chickens as well. Originally wanted them for eggs and meat but no longer think I am willing to slaughter them! Seems like it would be similar to killing your dog from some of the stuff I...
I have been hanging around in the shadows for a couple of months now and decided to take on chickens and guineas at my place. Have yet to purchase any birds but my kids and I have managed to round up enough recycled material to build a 8'x6' coop that is about 6' tall with the only out of pocket...