I am far enough from the coast that it isn't a factor, thank God. My chickens hang out in these woods all the time, very familiar territory for them. In the woods are giant downed trees from previous storms, nooks and crannies, I just think it might be the right option. Wild birds and...
I am right in the path of Irma. I have open coops. I am thinking about letting them out in the morning (Irma hits at 0800) and letting them run to the woods. Heavy woods with lots of underbrush. I have visions of them being thrown all over the coop and adding any protection will only make...
I am in North Florida in the path of Hermine. I have open coops no walls just wire.... any suggestions. I am concerned. We will have 70MPH winds beginning around 2200. I put a tarp on one wall. The wall facing the approaching storm. Is this a bad idea? Appreciate any thoughts.
I have some two week old chicks with a hen. They are never near her during the day but at night they do sleep under her. When can I wean them? I know the Mama is anxious to get back to the flock and the babies don't seem dependent on her for warmth in this weather.
A lot of retired people in Florida have no life (I am a retired person).... we have allowed government to control our every move ..... every time I hear of neighborhoods where you cannot have chickens I think of the poster put out in WWI. We are detached from our food supply from the land, we...
We all suffer from the same malady. I usually can figure out what people mean but I have sent some crazy messages. Very hot here in North Florida too. I am sorry you lost your chicken. What kind was she?
I still have some nice cockerels that need a home. Black Ameraucanas (Sand Castle Farms). Cream Legbar (Jill Rees) Black Copper Marans (Little Peddler and Greenfire 2015 import) Some kind of predator is killing my chickens. I have had to lock up my free ranging chickens 24/7 and I don't...