New mom needs help with chicken run

[mandi0025]

We live in Buffalo, NY .... rain, sleet, snow, sub freezing temps, high humidity, hot sun ...we get it all. Sometimes in one week!!! Trying to figure out what to put down on the floor of our run. Hay is a no.... too much rain & moisture. So sand, wood chips, river rock, pea gravel? What is the easiest to clean and good for my girls?

 

[SueT]

Welcome to BYC!
As for your question, how many chickens do you have and what size is the run?
In the meantime be sure to check out the Learning Center, and also forums covering many questions you may have.
Good luck!

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC - thanks for joining us. This link contains some threads that should help.

You may wish to consider joining your state thread as it will put you in touch with other BYC members in your area and they can share their local advice - https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/270925/find-your-states-thread#post_3239224

All the best
CT

 

[Teila]

G’Day from down under mandi0025

Welcome!

Sorry that I am not able to answer your question; I have a covered run and use the deep litter method.

As Ken suggested, the folks on your State thread might be able to assist as they are familiar with the climate etc.

I hope you enjoy being a BYC member. There are lots of friendly and very helpful folks here so not only is it overflowing with useful information it is also a great place to make friends and have some fun.

If you would like to share pictures and stories of your flock, you have come to the right place. BYC’ers never tire of these and do not back away slowly or commence eye rolling when the photo album or home videos come out

 

[drumstick diva]

Some folks use sand over a base of pea gravel, good drainage