newbie thinking of chickens in Alaska

[cmickelsen]

Hello all!

I am very new. I am thinking about keeping chickens. I live in Fairbanks, AK.

 

[Ridgerunner]

Welcome to the forum!

Glad you are here!

You might find these articles informative. The lady that wrote them lives in Ontario so she has a better handle on your climate than I do.

Pat’s Winter Coop Temperatures
https://www.backyardchickens.com/web/viewblog.php?id=1642-winter-coop-temperatures

Pat’s Ventilation
https://www.backyardchickens.com/web/viewblog.php?id=1642-VENTILATION

This link may be helpful too. It can introduce you to other Alaskan forum members.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=84141

 

[Wolfwoman]

Welcome and go here!

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=362268

 

[Alaska animal lover]

Quote:

There are quite a few of us Alaskans on here!

 

[Backyard Hencam]

Wow, Alaska. You will have situations with chickens that I can't imagine. Unlike our climate where the hens only go inside to roost at night. Keep us updated on your progress and best of luck!

 

[RAWR]

from SW Indiana

for Alaska, I would stick to the very cold hardy birds
and yes, you have many many other Alaskans on here!
wish you the best of luck!

 

[AlaskGirl]

I'm in Fairbanks too, I'm here if you need advice! I'm familiar with start up costs and feed/supply locations.

 

[ChickensOnBoard]

Hi there!

I also live in Fairbanks. Just got my first chicks this spring (late March). I've asked a lot of questions of people in town who also keep chickens. Got some good advice. I'd be happy to help you out in any way I can. Just zip me an e-mail.

 

[Twoodz]

What kind of insulation do you use? And fencing for bears and a BIG Malamute?

 

[ghillie]