Michigan Thread - all are welcome!

[riss]

Also can anyone tell me if this would be an appropriate size for a coop for chickens. I'm looking at maybe somewhere between 6-8 chickens. The thin lines in the birds eye view indicate the fenced area where they can roam out there when I'm not home for them to free roam outside in the backyard. And the thin lines for others is where I'm putting the door to get in and a window at the top cause on the inside I'm building a landing up there where they can fly up and look outside.

 

[snowflake]

I was not asked unless they do it automatically and it is included on their price????

no it is not included in the price and you have to ask. have to order from a hatchery to get it. not tractor supply or farm and home or any of the stores

 

[snowflake]

Also can anyone tell me if this would be an appropriate size for a coop for chickens. I'm looking at maybe somewhere between 6-8 chickens. The thin lines in the birds eye view indicate the fenced area where they can roam out there when I'm not home for them to free roam outside in the backyard. And the thin lines for others is where I'm putting the door to get in and a window at the top cause on the inside I'm building a landing up there where they can fly up and look outside.View attachment 2573699

looks nice

 

[aart]

Also can anyone tell me if this would be an appropriate size for a coop for chickens.

Not understanding the 'L' on the top view.<scratcheshead>

 

[Folly's place]

I wasn't sure about that diagram either. First comments: build big! and it's easier to use dimensions that reflect the 4' x 8' plywood or siding sizes, so there's less cutting, and less waste.
Mary

 

[Dreamzchaser]

Also can anyone tell me if this would be an appropriate size for a coop for chickens. I'm looking at maybe somewhere between 6-8 chickens. The thin lines in the birds eye view indicate the fenced area where they can roam out there when I'm not home for them to free roam outside in the backyard. And the thin lines for others is where I'm putting the door to get in and a window at the top cause on the inside I'm building a landing up there where they can fly up and look outside.View attachment 2573699

Hey there! You got some engineering work there, lol

 

[Sally PB]

I picked a bucket of weeds for the chickens today. Tomorrow may be too cold/windy (40 mph gusts, 25 mph sustained), but I want to do that every day, if I can. Then I can get a head start on weeds, and give the birds some greens. And get out in the garden.

 

[Dreamzchaser]

no it is not included in the price and you have to ask. have to order from a hatchery to get it. not tractor supply or farm and home or any of the stores

I got my girls from Family Farm and Home. I need to make sure I get hens and no lads. Is Townline Poultry Farms a reputable one? I ask because I have their catalog or can you guys recommend one?

 

[Dreamzchaser]

I picked a bucket of weeds for the chickens today. Tomorrow may be too cold/windy (40 mph gusts, 25 mph sustained), but I want to do that every day, if I can. Then I can get a head start on weeds, and give the birds some greens. And get out in the garden.

That is exactly what I am planning for tomorrow but not weeds but collect all the leaves and pine needles that are around.

 

[Dreamzchaser]

Did a lot today on errands and I am so tired. I am ready to hit the sack! Tomorrow will be 2 weeks that the girls are here. To celebrate it, it will be picture day!!!
Good night!!