We are cruising through the last week of school around here and we’re getting the itch to do all the things outside! Historically,...

It’s finally spring! We have been busy out in our yard and gardens. Do you like to garden? We have our go-to petunias already in their...

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...

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...

I had the pleasure of growing up in a family that understood the rich benefits of growing our own food. We didn’t have any farm animals,...

We have an interesting situation at our house. Our family raises backyard chickens and Labrador Retrievers. If you know anything about...

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) was unfortunately confirmed earlier this spring in the United States and has already devastated...

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....

One of the amazing benefits of raising backyard chickens is all the chicken litter! Chicken litter is a natural fertilizer for your...

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...

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...

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...

Spring is in the air! We are looking forward to longer days and warmer temperatures around here! The girls are starting to pick up in...

Handwritten recipes are my favorite! It’s March! We are getting so close to spring I can feel it. March is a fun month in our family...

I am so excited to write this blog! We have been raising backyard chickens on and off for the last 15 years. So, naturally, we’ve learned...

When I got back into chickens a few years ago, I started in the fall. Our local farm supply store didn’t carry chicks in the fall, so I...

Reba and Barbara Jean are 2 of my Buff Brahma Bantams Today we’re going to talk about one of my favorite breeds. Who am I kidding! I feel...

It’s February! This is going to annoy some of you I’m sure, but I love the month of February. I’m not sure if it’s because we know that...

Get ready for the ultimate matchup in the egg world! Are you team chicken or team duck? We’ve raised both on our acreage and I have a lot...

It’s the end of January in Minnesota. And, if you’ve never experienced a Minnesota winter before, you may be missing out! I’ve always...