Rebecca Beauchemin
Rebecca is a mom, wife, real estate broker, decorator, party planner, chicken keeper, and gardener
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Keeping Chickens Cool in the Summer
Summer is the season for beach trips, barbecues, and lounging in the sun. But while you're enjoying the warm weather, your feathered friends might not be feeling as enthusiastic. Chickens can have a hard time staying cool in the heat, and as their caregiver, it's your responsibility to make sure they're comfortable. In this article, we'll explore the do's and don'ts of keeping your chickens cool during the hottest months of the year.
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The BEST Incubator for Hatching Baby Chicks at Home
Watching baby chicks hatch from their eggs can be a truly magical experience. Witnessing them take their first steps, chirping and flapping their tiny wings, is enough to melt anyone's heart. But, hatching chicks requires a bit of preparation and know-how, and it all starts with choosing the right incubator.
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DIY Nesting Boxes Your Chickens Will LOVE
If you’re a chicken owner, you know the joy of gathering freshly laid eggs from your own backyard. But did you know that the key to increasing your egg production lies in the design of your nesting boxes? Whether you’re a seasoned chicken keeper or a beginner, ensuring your feathered friends have a comfortable and secure space to lay their eggs is crucial. In this article, we’ll share tips for creating DIY nesting boxes your chickens will love. From selecting the right size and material, to creating a cozy and clean environment, to providing privacy and security, we’ll cover everything you need to know to keep your ladies happy and…
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5 Simple Steps to Prevent Common Mistakes When Starting a Raised Bed Herb Garden
Are you tired of buying expensive herbs from the grocery store, only to have them wilt and go bad within a week? Why not grow your own? Starting a raised bed herb garden is a great way to have fresh, flavorful herbs at your fingertips all season long. However, it can be easy to fall into common mistakes that can hinder your garden’s success. That’s why we’ve put together five simple steps to help you prevent those mistakes and have a thriving raised bed herb garden. From choosing the right location to proper maintenance, we’ll guide you through everything you need to know. So, let’s get started on creating a…
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How to Find Baby Chicks
I have acquired chicks many different ways throughout the years. My favorite ways are to hatch your own or order chicks online. Baby chicks are fragile. If they don’t get proper care asap after hatching they may not survive. It’s also important for most backyard chicken keepers to get sexed chicks. Meaning, all females. Acquiring Baby Chicks: Feed store/Hardware store. This is my least favorite way. The chicks at feed stores are sometimes up to a week or two old when you buy them. You have no idea how they have been treated or what they’ve eaten. They are often mislabeled and you really don’t know at all what breed…
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Chicken Keeping | The Dusty, Smelly Truth
Hi there! So you’ve been searching on Pinterest and the idea of keeping backyard chickens looks so fun. It seems so picturesque and wholesome. You’ve seen the pics of kids holding chickens and collecting eggs and it seems like something you really want to do. Sound familiar? Well, I have a few things to discuss that may change your mind. But maybe not! As your trusted guide, I feel it necessary to share some of the not-so-pleasant facts about raising chickens. Keep reading for Chicken Keeping | The Dusty, Smelly Truth: READ>> Chicken Keeping Basics | How to Get Started Raising Backyard Chickens Dust Chickens are dirty! They scratch in…
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Is Raising Backyard Chickens for me?
The Benefits of Raising Chickens: So you want to be a backyard chicken keeper? Welcome! You’ve come to the right place! My name is Rebecca and I’ve been a backyard chicken keeper for 9 years. I have had many chickens over that time and have lots of experience to share. Our chickens are more like pets to us; pets with a purpose. They all have names (most named after Downton Abbey characters!) and they all have personalities that charm and surprise us. I had another chicken keeper tell me NEVER to name my chickens because my kids will get attached to them and chickens die all the time. Well,…
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How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets for Lasting Results | Before & After | 10 Years Later
Painting your cabinets is an excellent way to refresh your kitchen for a fraction of the cost of a complete kitchen remodel. In this article I will discuss how I painted our cabinets and how the finish has lasted 10 years with very minimal touch ups needed! Continue reading for my time tested method you should use to paint your kitchen cabinets. Love my kitchen? Shop it here: Shop my Kitchen @OnHitchingPostLane This project is rated EASY. The only thing it takes is time and lots of patience. This is not a project that can be done in one day. Our kitchen has 42 cabinet doors and 19 drawers! It…
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Product Review: Click & Grow | Easy Indoor Garden
Check out this easy indoor garden! Perfect for growing herbs and greens right in your kitchen! The Click and Grow system is the most user friendly way to grow herbs and vegetables in your kitchen. This app controlled smart garden is the simplest thing EVER. The app makes it fool proof! Plant the pods, water, plug in and go! I absolutely LOVE the herb garden I plant on my deck every year but I miss it so much in the winter. No more! Now fresh herbs and greens can be part of my life year round. Click & Grow makes it so easy. Even if you are brand new to…
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Recipe: One Pot Pasta (Le Creuset Dutch Oven)
My favorite recipe to make in my 7.25qt Le Creuset Dutch Oven! It’s easy! It’s fast! It’s delicious! It’s a family favorite! My family likes a pasta night about once a week and this never disappoints! When they ask “what’s for dinner?” and I respond spaghetti they all say “Yay!” Another thing I love about this recipe is it’s very interchangeable. I can use any box of pasta I have in my pantry. It tastes very similar whether you use chicken broth or vegetable broth. Any type of meat that can be sauteed can be used — ground beef, ground turkey, sausage, chicken sausage. Really any combination will work! Check…
