You walk into your backyard and it looks like your chickens went on an intense weight loss journey Feathers are everywhere and your hens look skinny and sickly without the full breadth of their beautiful feathers Don’t panic, your flock is fine, they’re just molting!
Don’t you just love having lots of pumpkins around in the fall They are a great way to decorate an indoor or outdoor space to get you in the spirit of Halloween and Thanksgiving One Google search will give you hundreds of ideas on different ways you can jazz up your pumpkins, but I narrowed it down to my six favorites What was my criteria? Easy, fun to do with my kids and grandkids, and something I would be proud to display to family and guests
There are a few oils that we always have on hand It’s worth mentioning that there are multiple different companies that sell essential oils Do your research
Chickens are a huge part of our family’s life, and honestly, they have become one of the best things we ever did together Raising kids alongside a backyard flock teaches responsibility, patience, and the real value of caring for another living thing So it is no surprise that one of the questions I get asked most often is which are the best chicken breeds for kids If you are hoping to raise gentle, friendly birds your children can hold, pet, and love, you are in exactly the right place
If you are dreaming up your first backyard flock, the Barred Plymouth Rock deserves a spot near the top of your list This classic American breed is gentle, productive, and so easygoing that it practically raises your confidence as a chicken keeper right along with the flock With their striking black and white striped feathers and sweet, people-loving personalities, Barred Rocks have earned a loyal following among homesteaders and hobbyists alike They are the kind of bird that turns a casual interest in chickens into a full blown love affair
Mark your calendars for a Monday, September 26th, Chicken Month Chat on Nutrition (6:30 pm central/7:30 pm eastern) We’ll share an invite soon so keep your eyes posted for more details on this event, which will be held on Facebook
I live in Minnesota, where we get to enjoy all four seasons, and there is something so cozy about fall The days get shorter, the mornings and nights turn crisp, and the colors are absolutely spectacular Give me all the pumpkin spice everything, a good book, and I am content So when I start pulling out garlands, candles, and autumn wreaths for the house, it only feels right to bring that same warmth out to the flock Decorating your chicken coop for fall does not have to be hard, expensive, or trendy It just has to bring you joy
There are a lot of emotions with that, but I know he will have a great year! Our kids are active and involved in sports It’s important to me to make sure their bodies are fueled well Our kids eat school lunch some days, but most
