Beginning Chicken Keeping
$65.00
After ordering the class we will send you a login code to be able to access the class online.
Description
Beginning Chicken Keeping Class Outline
- All about the egg, store bought vs. pasture raised
- Overview of breeds of chickens, choosing the right breeds for your back yard be it breeds for pets, strong egg producers, meat producers, or dual purpose.
- Purchasing chicks.
- Brooding chicks (including all equipment needed).
- Building and or purchasing a predator proof coop with a chickens well being and optimal comfort in mind.
- Equipment for feeding and watering your chickens.
- Correct feed for the various stages of your chickens life, where to get it and how to properly store it.
- Proper bedding for your coop, how to clean your coop and sustainable reuse of the bedding from the coop.
- Setting yourself up for success in how you relate to your flock and daily interactions.
- Normal chicken behavior vs. basic signs of illness.
- Collection and proper storage of eggs.