Hi guys!
Research is going good! I'm now looking into how to build a chicken coop and I've gotten so many ideas. I've actually talked to my dad about turning the shed behind our house into a chicken coop and I think he may go for that idea!
All I have to do is clear the things that are currently in it out of it, and then build shelves. I'd probably have to build at least 12 shelves because what if all the chickens end up hatching? That would be so many chickens. Then I need to fill the bottom with shavings such as pine. I learned that paper won't work to line the bottom of the coop because it can get very soggy and smelly. Of course I have to put in heat lamps so the chickens don't freeze or get to too low temperatures over night.
Also I just had my first meeting with my mentor, who is Mr. Reiff. He gave me a lot of ideas and suggestions about community outreach which was helpful since I hadn't really thought that far yet. He told me I should go to farmers markets and interview people, farmers, and the Lab of Ornithology at Cornell. All very helpful tips and ideas for a first meeting.
I had no idea how much work this was going to be when I started it but it sure seems like a lot. I've got my work cut out for me. Anyways I have 16 weeks or so to make it all happen. Hopefully it does!
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