Flies drive me crazy!! No only are they attracted to my garden but to my chickens as well. I find nothing grosser than flies buzzing around the coop and near the chickens. So after much research, and many failed attempts, I have come up with a great fly deterrent. There is no fool proof way to…
Month: March 2016
Natural Chicken Coop Cleaner
I really enjoy creating natural product for my home so I thought why not make them for the chickens coop too! Recipe for a 2oz Amber Glass Spray Bottle: Fill with Vodka 6 Drops of Peppermint Essential Oil 6 Drops of Basil Essential Oil 16 Drops of Lemon Essential Oil Now that you have you have your coop…
Introduction to Backyard Chicken Keeping
As a homesteader I am always looking for new ways to expand my homestead and what a better way than getting chickens! Having my very own mini farm in my backyard has been challenging and so rewarding! Here were some tips and tricks I have learned over the years to get you stared on your…