by Marie | Nov 25, 2019 | Coops, Runs, and Outdoor Spaces, Incubating, Hatching & Brooding, Winter
Brooding Chicks in the Winter Months Most people think spring when they think about brooding chicks, but it is possible to brood chicks in the winter months, even if you live where winters are cold. Brooding chicks in December or January means you will have... 
by Amanda H | Nov 18, 2019 | Coops, Runs, and Outdoor Spaces, Seasons, Winter
The Best Waterers for the Winter Months For those of us who live in areas that experience cold or harsh winters, keeping fresh water available for your flock can be challenging at times. It never fails, when you think you have the best solution for your freezing... 
by Marie | Sep 24, 2018 | Coop Tours, Coops, Runs, and Outdoor Spaces, Seasons, Winter
Cold Weather Chicken Coop Prep The days are getting shorter, football season has arrived and before long winter will be upon us. Is your chicken coop ready? Here’s a list of things I do to prepare my laying flock and their housing for the cold months ahead. Seal up... 
by Jess N | Jan 8, 2018 | Crafts, Gifts, Seasons, Winter
Chicken Hand Warmer Winter is here! Don’t let your fingers get frostbitten while you tend to your flock, instead make yourself a set of chicken hand warmers! These chicken hand warmers are perfect for your daily chores or as a gift! To make one chicken hand... 
by Marie | Dec 11, 2017 | Chickens, Winter
Chicken Breeds that Handle Winter Well It’s winter and your new Meyer Hatchery catalog has just arrived! As you flip through the pages dreaming of your ideal flock, you may find it difficult to create a list of breeds that will do best in your particular climate. Some... 
by Jess N | Nov 13, 2017 | Chickens, Eggs, Meyer Hatchery News, Seasons, Winter
Order Chicks in the Winter? The Advantages of Ordering Your Chicks Early Are you dreaming of adding to your flock? Got a colorful egg layer in mind, or how about giving some meat birds a try? Planning and ordering early will help you achieve the flock of your dreams....