Egg Bound Hens…What to Do?
If you brought chicks home this spring, and if they haven’t started laying, they will soon! There’s nothing much better than collecting...
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Annie
Jul 8, 20222 min read
DIY Mason Jar Laterns
One of the things we love most about summertime is all the outdoor entertaining we get to do. We live on an acreage, in a valley, with a...
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Annie
Jun 29, 20222 min read
Gramma’s Classic Creamy Potato Salad Recipe: A Family Favorite
I have awesome memories of the 4th of July. We love to celebrate our country’s freedom and all that goes along with it. Summertime food...
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Annie
Jun 23, 20223 min read
The Best Tips for Handling a Broody Hen
As the heat turns up, so will the broodiness in some of your hens. The warm temperatures will sometimes encourage this behavior. If you...
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Annie
Jun 17, 20222 min read
5 Ways to Spice Up Your Egg Sandwich
Egg sandwiches are a staple around our house. I make them on a very regular basis and while we gravitate towards the simple egg and...
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Annie
Jun 9, 20222 min read
Chicken Chore Chart for Kids
One of the perks of raising backyard chickens is teaching our kids responsibility. There’s nothing more cute, fluffy and fun than baby...
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Annie
Jun 2, 20223 min read
Benefits of Chicken Litter for Your Garden
Garden season is in full swing and we are so excited! Gardening has always been a big part of our family and raising backyard chickens...
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Annie
May 25, 20222 min read
DIY Hotdog Bar: A Fun and Easy Way to Feed a Crowd
We are cruising through the last week of school around here and we’re getting the itch to do all the things outside! Historically,...
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Annie
May 18, 20223 min read
Benefits of Marigolds for Chickens
Spring is finally here! We’ve been busy in our yard and gardens, getting everything ready for the growing season. Do you enjoy gardening...
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Annie
May 12, 20223 min read
Why is My Chicken Limping?
I think we can all agree that our chickens are very valuable to us. Whether they are simply a way for you to get fresh eggs, or if...
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Annie
May 4, 20222 min read
Best Natural Wound Spray for Your Chickens
As you know, keeping a first aid kit on hand for your coop is essential to raising backyard chickens. While boo-boos don’t happen all...
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Annie
Apr 28, 20225 min read
How to Use Eggshells for Your Garden
I had the pleasure of growing up in a family that understood the rich benefits of working hard and growing our food. We didn’t have any...
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Annie
Apr 21, 20223 min read
All You Need to Know About Dogs and Chickens
We have an interesting situation at our house. Our family raises backyard chickens and Labrador Retrievers. If you know anything about...
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Apr 18, 20223 min read
Protecting Your Small Flock from Avian Influenza
Avian influenza is a viral disease that affects domestic poultry such as chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese and more. The virus spreads...
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Annie
Apr 14, 20223 min read
Gifting Baby Chicks for Easter
Easter is hands down, one of my favorite holidays. I love this time of year. Everything is fresh and new and has a feeling of new life....
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Annie
Apr 13, 20226 min read
How to Compost Chicken Litter
One of the amazing benefits of raising backyard chickens is all the chicken litter! Chicken litter is a natural fertilizer for your...
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Annie
Apr 7, 20223 min read
All About the Easter Egger Breed
Easter Eggers are defined by their poofy cheeks and beard. When we started our most recent flock, I started with all brown egg layers. I...
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Annie
Mar 29, 20222 min read
Creative Easter Gift: DIY Egg Cartons with Farm Fresh Eggs
I have a fun idea for you! It’s Springtime and my girls are picking up steam in the egg department. We have a busy household and while...
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Annie
Mar 24, 20224 min read
What Raising Chickens Has Taught Our Kids
I have been sitting here contemplating where to even start with this blog. We have been raising backyard chickens on and off for the last...
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Annie
Mar 16, 20224 min read
How to Clean Your Chicken Coop 2 Times a Year
Spring is in the air! We are looking forward to longer days and warmer temperatures around here! The girls are starting to pick up their...
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