Trees in run - how to get the roof on

[rosemarythyme]

They certainly do. Now I’m wondering how much they move around.

All the more reason to just wrap the netting (or even chicken wire) around the trunks/hang it from the branches, as those materials naturally have some give.

Downside (and I deal with this because I have a weeping willow over my run, so it grows into the run netting each spring) is you're probably going to have to do annual checks/maintenance on the netting/wire and adjust for any tree growth, do pruning or debris clean up, etc.

 

[Nicky S]

All the more reason to just wrap the netting (or even chicken wire) around the trunks/hang it from the branches, as those materials naturally have some give.

Downside (and I deal with this because I have a weeping willow over my run, so it grows into the run netting each spring) is you're probably going to have to do annual checks/maintenance on the netting/wire and adjust for any tree growth, do pruning or debris clean up, etc.

Yes - hoping that the benefits of having trees there outweighs the downside! Many thanks again!

 

[linguini]

More pics of the run from the other side

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It's been really complicated as the yard slopes, so we're not dealing with rectangular blocks, But we've kind of managed until the tree part

All input appreciated - as well as any general advice about the run. We did put a skirt around it outside to stop digging too - hwc buried under the soil.

Just want to note that what dedicated chicken-parents you are! very impressive work.

 

[Nicky S]

Just want to note that what dedicated chicken-parents you are! very impressive work.

Well thank you! I am just a little bit too attached to my guys I think, but really who knew chickens were so amazing! And expensive too

 

[Birdsonghill]

Nylon netting and even chicken wire can be opened up by raccoons, per my experience decades ago! I use a combination of cheap welded 2inch x 4inch fence over chicken wire. It will stop dogs, a mountain lion or wild birds from entering the run/coop. It will need adjusting and regular inspection if installed around trees that are growing and blowing around in storms , but will install easier around obstacles and be more flexible, easier to cut and cheaper than a single layer of heavy hardware cloth. It may not appear as neat or pleasing to the eye. Best wishes for you and your flock.