Smart Tips on the Right Chicken Coop Set-up for Your Hens - Part 2

Talking Hens

Learn to create a safe, cozy coop for your backyard chickens. Expert tips on design, protection and maintenance to keep them safe and happy!

Winter Series 2025

The Winter Series education events are back on in 2025 in the comfort of the Talking Hens workshop. Come along for a thorough education on the most important areas of keeping backyard chickens happy, healthy and productive.

<h3>Build a Safe, Warm &amp; Productive Home for Your Backyard Flock</h3> A well-designed coop makes all the difference. Whether you're new to keeping chickens or want to improve your current setup, this practical and engaging session will help you create a secure, warm, and low-stress home for your hens - especially through Winter.Learn the key elements of successful coop design, including:<ul><li>Predator-proofing techniques to keep foxes, dogs and hawks at bay</li><li>Ventilation strategies to avoid dangerous winter moisture</li><li>Bedding choices that offer warmth, comfort, and hygiene</li><li>Space planning and roosting bar tips to minimise stress and pecking</li></ul>From burying fencing to choosing the right lock, we’ll cover practical tips to secure your coop and run. You'll also discover how deep bedding methods can naturally insulate your coop, reduce odours, and simplify cleaning routines.This is an ideal follow-up to Part 1 of our series or a great standalone session for anyone wanting happy, healthy hens year-round.🎟 Tickets: $29 per person 👧 Children under 16 yrs attend free 📍 Location: Talking Hens, 3590 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Merricks 🕒 Duration: 1 hour 🪑 Seats are limited—book early to secure your spot!

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