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CHICKENS: Coop dreams, and some very amateur carpentry

Byalewyfe
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    My most serious foray into carpentry yet… I made it up as I went but turned out better than I expected! And it’s survived the gale today… so far. Fingers crossed. It was a good learning experience, and practice for the more important framing to come later.

    backyard chicken coop with covered awning attached to concrete block garage
    Yes, I know it’s blurry but it’s better this way… and a LOT better than what we started with!

    Some before shots of what I started with:

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    And just in time… Winter is Coming! Should help keep the ladies nice and cozy this winter and out of the snow.

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    1. we recently pulled all the rabbit hutch runs and chicken tractor into the 15*50 hoop house for the winter since it’s been staying around freezing. Currently working on an “ice proof” circulating water system with a small pump, heater, an old insulated ice chest and leftover pvc for the rabbits and chooks. I had tomatoes out the ears this year from a few plants so I’ve got some clones in a hydro kit in the south bedroom window for next year. Sure miss you, Sissy McDucky!

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      1. So, do we get to call you Farmer GoJoe now? I winterized my chicken waterer, which is a five gallon bucket with a couple chicken nipples installed in the bottom- sorta like a rabbit bottle, but for birds… once they learn to use it, it’s a lifesaver. They can’t poop in it. Priceless. Drop in a submersible aquarium heater, and it’s ready for winter. Hopefully I can make it home soon and see your little farmette and hug those kiddos! -Auntie C