Coop for free ranging guineas

[lifeatserenityoaks]

I'm considering getting guineas to free range on my 10 wooded acres. What kind of coop would be appropriate for them?

Given the relatively mild climate and nature of the property (heavily wooded), I am wondering if it would be sufficient to create a simple covered roost for them in the woods vs. a more traditional secured coop. We do have foxes, coyotes, and hawks in the area. Is this a terrible idea? If so, any recommendations for simple coops for guineas (around 10)?

 

[R2elk]

I'm considering getting guineas to free range on my 10 wooded acres. What kind of coop would be appropriate for them?

Given the relatively mild climate and nature of the property (heavily wooded), I am wondering if it would be sufficient to create a simple covered roost for them in the woods vs. a more traditional secured coop. We do have foxes, coyotes, and hawks in the area. Is this a terrible idea? If so, any recommendations for simple coops for guineas (around 10)?

if you want the guineas to survive the nights, you have to have a secure coop and teach them to roost in the coop. You will also need to herd into the coop any hens that have decided to go broody on hidden nests. If you don't do so, you will lose them all to predators.