Getting started in the redwoods!

[Avalon15]

Hello! I recently moved out to the redwoods in the Santa Cruz Mountains (CA Bay Area) and I'm in the process of getting ready to build a coop and take some chicks home. I've had chickens before - 3 hens in a suburban backyard coop. My biggest concern is predator-proofing the coop, and dealing with building on ground that is pretty consistently moist this time of year. Excited to get started!

 

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[DobieLover]

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[feathermaid]

I'd suggest getting your coop finished before getting chicks... they grow really fast... like ready to go out to the coop in 4 to 5 weeks! I also have an area that used to have a mud problem but I solved it. I shared my process in this thread, which may have other helpful tips as well:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/yard-retains-water.1286925/page-6#post-20934197

Using 1/2" hardware cloth over all openings in the coop offers the best predator protection. More details here: Predator Proofing

Best wishes starting your new chicken adventure!

 

[drumstick diva]

Flappy Feather have to say I love your graphics - every time I see them it makes me smile. Going through an extremely miserable winter, I'm a hard sell. Thank you.

 

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[sourland]

Welcome to BYC. Good luck establishing and protecting your flock.