New to BYC and planning to build a coop and run for our back yard. The structure will be about 60' from our house and there is no electricity on that corner of the property. I am trying to figure out if a heat lamp is needed in the coop in winter. Portland, OR is a fairly mild climate but we will get some stretches of below freezing (usually not more than a week at a time). What is too cold for chickens to survive? Does it depend on the breed? I will figure out a way to install a heat lamp if necessary but it will be the biggest struggle with the construction aspect.
Thanks in advance for your advice.
Eric
Thanks in advance for your advice.
Eric