First Coop

[JackE]

I like the looks of the rough cut siding. Are you planning to cut some holes in it for some ventilation/airflow? You say you are going to put 50 birds in there? 8X16' going to be a little tight for 50. I have a 8X16' coop and with 22 birds it looked kinda full. I'm not trying to P on the parade but, just something to think about.
Jack

 

[WillChicken]

I left the area between the wall framing and the roof wide open. so there is a 8" space around the entire top that acts as ventilation. We installed hardware cloth to prevent predators. These can be blocked as need if we have a harsh winter.

As for the 50 we expected to lose some in shipping/growout, but that didn't happen. Some of the birds are straight runs so extra males will be eaten or sold. We also have many many hawks so I expect to lose some right of the bat once they start free ranging. They will have access to a very large area to free range and a covered secure run 24/7

I may move my 12 marans over to another much larger barn if needed.

 

[Eggsoteric]

Nice! I absolutely love the siding.

 

[Dukeofhawg]

Nice work! Love it!

 

[stcroixusvi]

Thanks! We have a wind problem so we had to make sure it would withstand 70+ mile an hour, greater gusts. Enjoy your chicks!

 

[WillChicken]

For vents we have these along the entire roof line. You can also see one of our skylights in this picture.

 

[kappelmd]

Nice looking coop... I'm sure those chickies will be happy to move in when they are able to leave the brooder...