When we first started our backyard chicken journey, we did a lot of research on bedding for our girls. Clean, dry bedding is paramount in...

Raising backyard chickens has been one of my very best decisions. It’s way more than just yummy eggs whenever we want. Our flock has...

As most of you know, our family lives on an acreage. It’s a beautiful setting along a riverbed with lots of wide open space to dream...

Have you ever watched those “Life Hacks” videos? Our kids are really into them, and one day, our youngest son asked if we could make...

I’m really excited about this week’s blog for two reasons. First of all, we get to talk about feeding our chicks as naturally as...

It’s April and that means one thing...I know what you’re thinking…it’s National Eggs Benedict Day! Haha just kidding! You’re probably...

One of my favorite childhood memories is going to our local nursing home and participating in their annual Easter egg hunt. I remember...

It’s officially spring, and if you’re thinking about starting a flock of your own, there are some important things to consider before you...

It’s that time of year when we’re all getting anxious to be outside. Especially if you live in Minnesota where the winters are super...

If you're feeling like you need a break and are looking for something fun to do with the kids, I’ve got just the thing! How about...

People frequently ask me how I’ve kept my flock so healthy this time around. Let me tell you it wasn’t always this easy! In last week’s blog, I mentioned how I've tried raising chickens in the past and disease and poor health ravaged my flock both times. But this time around, it's like POOF, healthy chickens! The only thing I did different with this flock was I started using oregano essential oil products. Dr. Bob Stock My Q& A with Dr. Bob Stock I've been determined to find

Can I be perfectly honest with you? I was a little hesitant when we started back up with chickens a year and a half ago. I remember our...

If you've seen our social media posts lately, you know that we've proudly added four new baby chicks to our flock this month. To say I...

Do you take a daily multivitamin to stay healthy? Most of us do, because even with the best intentions (and cooking skills!), it’s tough...

Valentine’s Day is almost here. Now, I know that many people don’t care for this holiday, but I don’t fall into that particular category!...

It’s the middle of winter here in Minnesota and temperatures frequently drop below freezing. Many people question my choice to live here,...

One of the most exciting times we’ve had in our backyard chicken experience is the day we received our very first egg. If you've gone...

If you’ve never experienced a January in Minnesota, you should, at least once in your life! I was born and raised here, and still, there...

I remember the very first time we raised chickens. I wasn’t “all-in” if you will, for a few different reasons. First off, our flock was...

Well that year just flew by! How many of you have goals and resolutions for the upcoming year? Don’t worry, this is not another blog post...