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Annie
Nov 25, 20192 min read
Thanksgiving Leftovers Chopped Challenge
After your big Thanksgiving get-together, what do you do with all that extra food? Unless you’re a terrific menu planner, chances are,...
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Annie
Oct 9, 20192 min read
Chicken Birthday Cake Recipe
Last week we celebrated Happy and my original 10 girls’ birthday! Yes. We had a party. These girls deserve to be celebrated! Birthdays...
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Annie
Oct 1, 20193 min read
Chickens Losing Feathers? How to Help During Molting Season
I remember the first time I watched our chickens go through their fall molt. I was so worried—I thought for sure my chickens were dying!...
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Annie
Aug 14, 20193 min read
How to Safely Integrate Your Chicken Flocks
When I started this adventure with backyard chickens, I said I wanted NO MORE than six chickens! I had chickens before, and both times, I...
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Annie
Jul 16, 20194 min read
Deep Litter Method for Chicken Coops
Today we’re going to be talking about poop! Sounds exciting, right? If that topic doesn’t excite you, don’t leave yet! I’ll be discussing...
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Annie
Jul 3, 20192 min read
Keep Flies Away from Your Chicken Coop
Summer is finally here! After a long, cold winter, we can enjoy the warmth, sunshine, green grass, and late nights around the campfire....
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Annie
Jul 3, 20193 min read
Flock Fixer Frozen Treats for Chickens
Hey everyone! If you live in the upper Midwest like I do, you understand my need to not complain about the heat after our very long, cold...
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Annie
Jun 6, 20193 min read
Backyard Chicken Eggs: Tips for Egg Color, Freshness and Strong Shells
Welcome to my kitchen! Today we’re going to be talking about all things eggs! One of the biggest reasons people get into backyard...
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Annie
Jun 4, 20193 min read
Tour My Chicken Coop
Welcome to our coop! Happy and I are here to update you on all the happenings here at the Wing Nest. Our coop is 8’ x 12’. It’s the...
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Annie
May 31, 20193 min read
Setting Up a Chicken Coop
The day is finally here! The girls’ new home has arrived. To say I was excited is an understatement. Thank goodness they didn’t capture...
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Annie
May 23, 20192 min read
Celebrating National Egg Month: Why Eggs Are a Superfood
May is National Egg Month, and I couldn’t be more excited! One of the pure joys of raising backyard chickens is heading out to the coop...
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Annie
Mar 1, 20192 min read
Egg Color & Quality: A Guide for Backyard Chicken Keepers
If you’re a backyard chicken keeper, there is really nothing compared to the eggs your “girls” provide for your family. The eggs are not...
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Annie
Feb 15, 20192 min read
Planning a Chicken Coop: Touring Different Setups for Inspiration
Today, I had the chance to go on a little adventure! My chicks are growing quickly, and it’s time to start planning where these sweet...
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Annie
Feb 13, 20194 min read
The Ultimate Guide to Chick Brooder Maintenance
Hey everyone! Today, we’re diving into the essentials of brooder maintenance. If you’ve ever raised chicks, you know they’re cute,...
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Annie
Feb 12, 20193 min read
Welcoming Our New Baby Chicks
The day has finally come! We’ve set up our brooder and are ready to welcome our new baby chicks. I’m someone who gets excited about the...
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Annie
Feb 7, 20192 min read
How We Started Raising Backyard Chickens
Hi! My name is Annie, and I’d love to share a bit about myself, my family, and how we got into raising backyard chickens. My husband and...
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Annie
Jan 31, 20195 min read
How to Set Up a Chick Brooder
Today I'm going to be talking about how to set up a brooder for your baby chicks. Getting baby chicks is such an exciting time. If you’ve...
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