Covered run floor material? - sand is a big commitment

[Steve398]

I'd go ahead and start now. Put down a big bale of shavings to start--your space isn't that large, so a bale will give you a nice layer. Maybe a few flakes of straw for good measure, then have the kiddos toss a few handfuls of corn or scratch in there and let the hens stir it up for you. I go pretty much by smell as to when I add material, smell or too much mud. Scatter more shavings or straw and just add as needed.

Thanks! I spread the shavings this afternoon!