A beginner-friendly introduction to raising healthy, happy hens at home!
Curious about keeping chickens in your backyard? This hands-on, two-hour class introduces the essentials of small-flock care, from coop setup and daily feeding to egg collection, flock health, and safety around chickens. Designed for beginners, families, and aspiring homesteaders, this class will help you understand what chickens need and whether backyard chicken keeping is right for you.
What you'll learn:
🐔 How to choose the right chickens for your space, goals, and lifestyle
🏡 Basic coop, run, and predator-protection needs for a safe backyard setup
🌾 What chickens eat and how to create a simple daily care routine
🥚 How to safely collect, clean, and store fresh eggs
🩺 Common signs of a healthy flock and when something may be wrong
📍 Practical considerations before starting, including time, space, noise, and local rules
🌱 How chickens support a backyard homestead through eggs, compost, pest control, and soil health
Pricing:
Adult Keeper — $25
Junior Keeper (5–12 yo) — $15
Hatchling (<5 yo) — $0; Free!
Flock Pass (2 adults + children in the same household) — $45
Curious about keeping chickens in your backyard? This hands-on, one-hour class introduces the essentials of small-flock care, including coop setup and daily feeding, egg collection, flock health, and safety around chickens. Designed for beginners, families, and aspiring homesteaders, this class will help you understand what chickens need and whether backyard chicken keeping is right for you.