24 Jul
We were very sorry to learn that Brooke Ann Bestwina, one of the owners of The Feed Store in Summit, IL, was badly injured in a car/scooter accident earlier this month (see article in Desplaines Valley News). We are wishing her the best and hope she will be back at the store soon!
Many of you are patrons of The Feed Store. Anyone who wants to send get well wishes can send them to The Feed Store, 5408 S. Harlem Ave. Summit IL 60501.
24 Jul
The Chicken Coop Basics Virtual Workshop, originally scheduled for July 25, has been moved to Tuesday, Aug. 11 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to see you on the new date/time! Register Here for this online class, co-hosted by Home to Roost and the Rebuilding Exchange.
21 Jul
Do you enjoy raising chickens and think you have a great coop? Do you love talking to people about your birds? Consider applying to become a stop on the 2020 Windy City Coop Tour, September 19 & 20!
The Coop Tour is a self-guided tour of backyard coops and eco-spaces, presented by Chicago Chicken Enthusiasts in partnership with Advocates for Urban Agriculture.
APPLY HERE BY SUNDAY, 7/26!
15 Jul
The Chicken Health Virtual Workshop, originally scheduled for Aug. 1, has been moved to Monday, Aug. 17 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to see you on the new date/time!
What are the common health issues chickens face, and how can you treat them? Better yet, how can you keep your flock healthy? This class addresses chicken physiology, disease prevention and transmission, as well as chicken first aid. Cost is $20.
Register Here for this online class, co-hosted by Home to Roost and the Rebuilding Exchange.
Please note there is a prerequisite: the Basics of Chicken-Keeping class. Haven’t taken this class yet? No problem! You can purchase the recording of this class when you register for the Chicken Health workshop.
14 Jul
This class addresses what you need to know about building a safe and comfortable home for your hens. Join us online on Saturday, July 25 from 2pm – 4pm! You’ll learn about the main features of coops, allowing you to take that knowledge and come up with your own custom design. Find out the essential components of a coop, learn dos and dont’s for choosing construction materials, get important construction tips, and see different coop styles.
Saturday, July 25, 2pm – 4pm. Cost is $20.
Register Here for this online class, co-hosted by Home to Roost and the Rebuilding Exchange.
Please note there is a prerequisite: the Basics of Chicken-Keeping class. Haven’t taken this class yet? No problem! You can purchase the recording of this class when you register for Chicken Coop Basics.
When building a coop for your hens, it is important to choose a design with the right dimensions, features, and materials. Get all this information on the Chicken Coop Spec Sheet, now available from Home to Roost! Purchase on PayPal using the button below.
NOTE: I will e-mail you the spec sheet after I receive your payment. Your e-mail address will automatically be included in the notification I receive from PayPal.
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