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  1. K0k0shka

    Metal in soil - Need a new run

    It's a hit or miss, yes, but it's there. Landscapers and DPWs are another good option. I just walked past a tree being chewed up this morning on my way to work and was itching to stop and ask the contractors if they could dump the chips in my yard 😁 but I was in a rush. Going to ask the DPW...
  2. K0k0shka

    Metal in soil - Need a new run

    You can get wood chips for free from landscaping companies looking to get rid of them. There's even an online service that matches supply with demand: https://getchipdrop.com/
  3. K0k0shka

    Metal in soil - Need a new run

    @aart you had the tunneling gopher chickens, right? I think we need some photo evidence here :lol: My soil is full of rocks and boulders and also difficult to dig through. That’s why I’m not worried about them going more than 6 inches down either.
  4. K0k0shka

    Metal in soil - Need a new run

    It depends... How easy it is to dig, but also on the breed. Some chickens are just lazier 😁 aart has some tunneling type of chicken gophers, but I don’t think they are all like that.
  5. K0k0shka

    Metal in soil - Need a new run

    Dig out a sample from the soil from 6 inches down and have it tested for lead and heavy metals. That far down, it might actually be okay. Or, okay enough that with all the other new materials on top of it, it won't be that big of a deal if the occasional chicken digs a hole. I haven't been in...
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