Wooden Swing Set Coop

[MrsMatt]

Been wanting chickens for awhile now, but missed the opportunity at a free dog kennel to convert. I like to recycle and use what I have to do projects on the cheap so I decided to repurpose the bottom of my daughters wooden swing set fort. With some scrap wood, left over hardware cloth, a baby crib gate(my neighbor was tossing) and an assortment of screws I began. Below are some photos of before and after. I still don't have a flock yet, in which I will eventually add roost poles and a nest box. Will be a few months before chicks are old enough for coop.

 

[flo12345]

This is so cool! I never thought of using a swing set! Great idea!

 

[MrsMatt]

Ready to get my bantam cochin pullets tomorrow! Coop is ready

 

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[LexChix]

Looks like a good start. We are also converting a play structure into a coop and will post photos soon. We plan to get day-old or young chicks at the end of April, as it will motivate us to finish building the coop and run.

 

[JanetS]

Do you have a area in the coop where your chickens can get out of the weather? This is very important. From your pictures it looks like blowing rain could be a problem.

 

[MrsMatt]

I live in Southern California and we don't get harsh weather. After speaking to many feed stores and local hobbyists they recommended tarps or some siding for a wind break if anything came along.

 

[MrsMatt]

Ended up getting a free doghouse so I attached it to the coop with a nest box and predator proofed it.

 

[JanetS]

Great add on. Your chickens will love it