I’ve been raising chickens for nearly twenty years, and a question I often hear is, “How far can chickens actually fly?” Since chickens...

Polish chickens are one of my all-time favorite breeds. They are quirky, hilarious and such fun chickens to watch! I’ve had a few...

Believe it or not, chickens are one of the most common domesticated animals in the world, providing us with eggs, meat, and incredible...

Chicken lice may not be the most glamorous topic, but they’re a critical concern for chicken owners everywhere. These pesky pests are...

It’s hot here in Minnesota! The heat index has been in the high 90s and low 100s for the last week. The air is heavy with humidity and we...

Chickens are known for their quirky eating habits and foraging for interesting snacks right in your backyard. If you’re new to raising...

Discover which veggies your chickens can safely enjoy! From leafy greens to pumpkins, these treats will keep your flock happy & healthy.

Photo Credit: Cackle Hatchery I remember when our kids begged us to add a couple of turkeys to our flock. While the idea sounded fun, we...

Photo Credit: Sugar Maple Farmhouse   Our family loves the 4th of July! Celebrating our country’s independence while hanging out with...

It’s summertime and for the most part our flock loves to free range as much as possible during the day. They love to scavenge the yard and find interesting treats as they scratch around and explore. However, there are days that I don’t let the girls’ free range due to weather, our dogs, or simply because I don’t want them pooping everywhere (amen!?) or our Minnesota winters.   If this is the case on any given day, I like to treat the girls with scratch, fruit and veggies or o

Keeping chickens as backyard pets and for egg production has become very popular among homeowners! I feel like since covid hit, backyard...

I have incredible memories of our kids’ birthday parties. One of my favorite memories is listening to my grandpa swoon over my baked...

Summer has officially started in the Midwest, and we are so excited! The luscious green grass, trees and landscape are especially...

When I first started raising backyard chickens, I didn’t think much about egg color. I was more focused on having healthy, fresh eggs for...

Let me kick off this blog with a quick disclaimer: I'm no pro at determining whether your cute little chick is a he or she, but let's...

It was a coop cleaning weekend around here and let me tell you, that is a chore that feels so  good to have done!   While chickens are...

We all want to ensure our backyard flocks are as healthy as possible. Many of us get into raising chickens primarily for fresh,...

In the world of backyard chicken care, apple cider vinegar (ACV) has become the latest craze. Many owners tout its health benefits,...

Chickens are actually very smart! The whole idea of “bird brains” doesn’t really apply to these wonderful birds. Chickens can recognize...

It’s springtime and that means one thing around our place….chicks! There is nothing better than bringing those cute little feather balls...