Converting my shed to a coop!

[pennyJo1960]

look as though you have some very good help glad you joined us many will always volunteer help others like you are smart to ask questions... looks like you are well on way

 

[AllynTal]

...Can always use pieces of cardboard tacked up inside to direct any breezes upwards instead of right onto roost area....

Oh! Of course! That's a brilliant suggestion. Instead of covering the vent to stop the draft, use cardboard on the inside to direct the air up so it doesn't blow directly on the birds. That can easily be removed in warm weather.

I didn't even begin to think about keeping rain from getting in the vents. There is MAYBE 2"-3" of overhang all the way around. If I do the vents up high on front and back like you suggested I don't think I'll need to worry (especially with the bit of tree coverage in back). But plexiglass is something I'll need to invest in for the sides (or just keeping the wood when I cut the holes). The right side is where the wind blows from and so it'll be the side I need to protect most. It'll also be the side that the run is built on though and I plan to add a roof to that.

A roofed-run will provide protection. Look at Lowes or Home Depot for louvred vent covers for gables, soffets, et al. They come in a variety of sizes so you can pick the size/sizes that work for your situation. Cut holes in the sheathing and cover them with vent grilles like this:

 

[aart]

Yep, like that...or even better would be louvered gable vents,
as the slats are larger and meant for outdoor deflection of weather,
but can be hard to find them small enough in overall size.

 

[MKchicken85]

Thanks SO much for the input!! I’ll be getting started in the next few days and I’ll be sure to post some pictures when it’s all done.