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On Hitching Post Lane

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Chickens

Chicken Breeds & Egg Color

There’s a lot to research as a new chicken keeper.  Chicken breeds and egg color will be discussed below. When I chose the breeds of chicken that I wanted to…

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February 5, 2015
Chickens

Chicken Feed Storage

Rodents can be an issue in chicken coops. They are attracted to the chicken feed. Chicken feed can also attract larger predators — in our area Black Bears. It’s important…

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January 30, 2015
Chickens

Meet the Chickens

Cybil, Easter Egger Cora, Silver Laced Polish Mary, White Crested Black Polish & Mrs Hughes, Light Brahma Chick-a-lick, Dominique Boo-boo Chicken, Buff Orpington Anna, Black Copper Marans Rose, Olive Egger

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January 28, 2015
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  • Chickens,  DIY

    Chicken Checklist, FREE download

    Rebecca Beauchemin / June 15, 2022 / No Comments

    Are you a new chicken keeper and not sure where to start? I got you! Sign up below for instant access!! FREE checklist to help you prepare for your first flock of baby chicks! The checklist is broken down into timeframes so you know exactly what you need when. A MUST have for new chicken keepers! Also, be sure to…

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    3 Steps to Prepare for Your First Baby Chicks

    Rebecca Beauchemin / June 13, 2022 / No Comments

    Please enjoy this simple checklist: 3 steps to prepare for your first baby chicks. #1, Chicks Need a Brooder The first thing you need is a safe Brooder. Check out my post for a step by step tutorial. DIY Chick Brooder #2, Chicks Need a Heat Source Baby chicks need warmth. I am a firm opponent of heat lamps. There…

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    Black Staircase Railing, DIY

    Rebecca Beauchemin / April 13, 2015 / 1 Comment

    It was love at first sight.  At first glance our foyer was open, airy, and had a gorgeous curved staircase.  (It also was disgustingly dirty and had about 10 yrs of soot caked on it — but that’s a story for another day!)  The staircase is one of my favorite things about our house.  The only problem is our house…

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    Chickens

    Hawk attack!

    Rebecca Beauchemin / March 2, 2015 / 2 Comments

    We have many predators in our area including fox, coyote, racoons, and even the occasional bear.  But we have never had any issues with them interacting with our chickens until 2 days ago. The attack: Last Saturday was my sons 6th birthday party and as the festivities died down it happened.  A red-tailed hawk attacked our chickens.  My husband and…

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    Chickens

    Breakfast for Chickens | Decrease in Egg Production

    Rebecca Beauchemin / February 5, 2015 / No Comments

    December came, the days got shorter and my hens all stopped laying!  It happened overnight and I was horrified that I would have to buy STORE BOUGHT eggs.  Luckily my superstars — Sybil and Rosie — continued to lay.  But I was lucky to get one egg a day which would not do!  Every morning I eat two so  I…

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    Chickens

    Chicken Breeds & Egg Color

    Rebecca Beauchemin / February 5, 2015 / 1 Comment

    There’s a lot to research as a new chicken keeper.  Chicken breeds and egg color will be discussed below. When I chose the breeds of chicken that I wanted to raise many factors came into play.  My top priorities: Cold/winter tolerant Temperament and friendliness Rate of egg laying (at least 4-5/wk) Egg color (I wanted a colorful egg basket) It…

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    Yellow Front Door

    Rebecca Beauchemin / February 1, 2015 / 2 Comments

    One day I was bored and home with a sick child so I decided to paint the exterior doors the same color as the chicken coop — Egg Yolk yellow!  I started on the back door in case it went terribly wrong.  A yellow front door and side door would follow.  The doors were a brick red and I knew…

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    Big Ruler Height Chart

    Rebecca Beauchemin / February 1, 2015 / 1 Comment

    Like most moms, I feel like my kids are growing up too fast.  The days are long but the years are short.  I wanted a keepsake that would show their growth.  I pictured them showing it to their kids when they visit Grammy & Grandpa’s house someday.  This Big Ruler Height chart came out so good and was super easy! …

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    Rosemary & Mint Soy Candle

    Rebecca Beauchemin / February 1, 2015 / 1 Comment

    Summer was over and the fall air set in.  I decided it was time to harvest the leftover herbs for winter meals and projects.  I had a lot more Rosemary and Mint than I would ever use in cooking so I decided to make Rosemary & Mint Soy candle for Christmas presents.  These would make a great housewarming or hostess…

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    DIY Chick Brooder

    Rebecca Beauchemin / January 31, 2015 / 14 Comments

    See below step by step instructions on how to build a cat proof DIY Chick Brooder for your baby chicks.  Please also consider enrolling in my new e-course! E-course | Chicken Keeping Basics | Order Now! Chicken Keeping Basics | How to Get Started Raising Backyard Chickens (Enroll Now for $99) Baby Chicks need 3 things: #1 A Safe Place…

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My name is Rebecca and I’m a mom, wife, home décor stylist, chicken keeper, gardener & home chef. Read More >>
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