I kept mine in a chicken house that my egg layers used to live in. I had curtains on it and raised and lowered them depending on weather conditions. I did not let mine out to free range. They stayed in there all the time but did get sunlight and fresh air. When it got cold I raised the...
I started with 6 the first time. I was glad that I did. I underestimated the amount of feed they could eat and the amount of poo they put out.
My next batch was 11. Now I am planning for 25 at the end of the month.
Darin