Northern Ontario...I mean really North

[skidoo]

Anyone around the North shore of Lake Superior? (Thunder Bay to Sault Ste. Marie) I am looking to raise birds in the coming summer but I am concerned about the challenges of our harsh climate. If anyone in the area has advice, experience or similar interest, please get in touch with me.

 

[Chick_a_dee]

I don't have experience up there, but I've been up there and I'm sure with proper insulation and housing for your birds you should be fine. Make sure to purchase a cold hardy breed, maybe get some Chanteclers? The all-Canadian breed for our weather!

 

[allymeagan]

Hey, I'm in Thunder Bay. I have an inulated coop, and they do just fine. I put a water heater in to make it easier on me, but last winter I just changed their water twice a day. Other than that, it's not heated. I tried to pick hardier breeds--I have americaunas, harco, red star, and cuckoo marans, and they all do well.

Anywhoo, if you have any questions, just give me a shout, eh?

Take care,
Allison