Ok im new here and to chickens

[wildbillg]

I have been reading the site for a while now and decided to finally join
so heres the start to the coop LOL
(reclaimed wood)

the build will be off the cuff and use a dog run for the run area..

 

[N F C]

If you run into question on your coop/run build, here's a helpful place to get answers:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/9/coop-run-design-construction-maintenance

Good luck and thanks for joining us!

 

[Michael OShay]

Welcome to BYC. Glad you decided to join our flock. A lot of us were lurkers before joining. ) If you haven't done so already, definitely check out our Learning Center at https://www.backyardchickens.com/atype/1/Learning_Center. There is lots of useful information there. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have. We are here to help in any way we can. Good luck in getting your coop built.

 

[gander007]

Alright

great to have you joining the BYC flock

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! I'm glad you joined us!

 

[petrel]

Welcome to BYC! Looks like you have enough materials for a good start.

 

[drumstick diva]

Welcome to BYC. If you plan to use a dog kennel for the run, I suggest you line the inside perimeter with 1/2" hardware cloth from ground to about 18" upward. This will prevent raccoons and other preds from reaching in and biting off any body part they can snag. Chickens usually sit against the wire and don't seem to notice what is happening. A cover is good to keep out hawks, climbers, and keep your birds from flying out.

 

[trailrider330]

Welcome to the BYC flock! We are glad you joined us!