- Apr 30, 2014
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My 7 yr old son has convinced me to help him with his summer science project.
Raising chicks to egg layers!
I explained that this is a Hugh responsibility and it isn't just a summer science project. He is a very responsible boy so far and I have agreed to help him start it off and assist when needed.
Here is a list of things that we have researched and prepared.
1. We live in west central FL
2. We have two dogs. ( Pomeranian and chocolate lab ). And lots of large predator birds.
3. We have cleared out a 15X12 ft area for the coop and run.
4. We are looking at several coop designs that will work but I def think that keeping the housing elevated will be best to utilize the entire area for the run. The housing will be 5ft high 5ft wide and 12 ft long with a 20 in high 20 in deep and 18in high nesting box attached to to back with doors to open to retrieve the eggs. (Hopefully) I have some stair treads to use for them to sit on using 2X4's and I plan on a slide out floor for cleaning.
5. He wants to get the Rhode Island reds I was thinking that the red stars would be better. ?
6. Is there a good place in FL to purchase the chicks or should I order from Murray McMurray.
Looking forward to hearing from everyone.
Carl & Jacob
Raising chicks to egg layers!
I explained that this is a Hugh responsibility and it isn't just a summer science project. He is a very responsible boy so far and I have agreed to help him start it off and assist when needed.
Here is a list of things that we have researched and prepared.
1. We live in west central FL
2. We have two dogs. ( Pomeranian and chocolate lab ). And lots of large predator birds.
3. We have cleared out a 15X12 ft area for the coop and run.
4. We are looking at several coop designs that will work but I def think that keeping the housing elevated will be best to utilize the entire area for the run. The housing will be 5ft high 5ft wide and 12 ft long with a 20 in high 20 in deep and 18in high nesting box attached to to back with doors to open to retrieve the eggs. (Hopefully) I have some stair treads to use for them to sit on using 2X4's and I plan on a slide out floor for cleaning.
5. He wants to get the Rhode Island reds I was thinking that the red stars would be better. ?
6. Is there a good place in FL to purchase the chicks or should I order from Murray McMurray.
Looking forward to hearing from everyone.
Carl & Jacob