Yes, you could definitely do that if you like. But we were trying to avoid having any openings that would allow entry of predators. So you would have to be careful to seal it well around the feeder. This works great for us since we have the door open anyway during the day to let the hens free range. So we fill the feeders then. Then when we close it up at night the hens and feed are secure.

@@natureartgirl Understandable. The one I saw on a different video was the guy ran two 2x4's across the inside of the run. Then he built a frame with a latched door with the screen attached to swing open or down like you did with your front doors to your coop. The screen you cut out for the access would be staples to the door frame like you did for your coop doors. You would have a latch on the access door. It still be predator proof like now. Just thinking is all. I guess I don't like walking around in the chicken muck any more than I have to.

I can’t answer that. We do not have any experience with building our own diy system. This is a system that is quite easy to set up and use even without any technical experience.

Thank you! Our kayaks are made by Pelican. They are the Catch 100 model. We really like them. They are a little heavy, but super stable. You can even stand in them if the water is calm. 😊

That is true!🤣 I love mine, sure fun to ride!👍

It is 8 feet wide by 18 feet long. It would be just as easy to make it 20 feet long, but it would not fit in our space. 😊

If they have laid any, I am sure our dogs ate them. We have never found any😜

@@natureartgirl the 🐕 🐕 🐕 ate the 🥚🥚🥚 in the woods next are the 🐥🐥🐣🐣 in the woods. .

Thank you!

Hi. We will be posting a video soon. Life has gotten in the way lately. Lance has had shoulder surgery due to an accident and the recovery time is quite long. Also I was helping to care for my dad who had several strokes and needed round the clock care. He recently passed away. So, it’s been a lot… To answer your question though, the doors are holding up quite nicely so far. Even though my new pup loves to look out at the deer in the yard and then go a little crazy scratching at the window!😳🤣 so far they are at least as tough as real wood. Love it!

Hi! Yes, video #27 shows how we cut the slots. Lance used a chainsaw guide (vertical chainsaw mill) we bought on Amazon to keep the cuts straight. Just screw a guide board to the logs (plumb both ways, side and front) and cut your slot. If you want to recess the whole 2x4 you could just cut 2 slots (width of your 2x4 plus T&G and drywall) then chisel out between them. We were going to do that, but chickened out when we started cutting into our beautiful logs🤣 Hope you are enjoying your build!!

@@natureartgirlthanks ! I’ll be sure to watch #27

I used valspar duramax exterior paint+primer flat finish. You can use whatever color you want for the base coat depending on what tone you like. I used a soft golden brown color. Only a little shows through. You could also use a reddish brown if you want that tone.

Thank you!😊

I think the brand was American standard. Lowe’s sells them. It was no problem to install, we just followed the directions. It is MUCH easier to keep clean since there are not so many places to catch dirt. We love it! (As much as you can love a toilet!😜🤣)

It’s great to pass on what we have learned to the younger folks. But we have learned a lot from them as well…like how to use KZbin!🤣🤣🤣 hope you have success with your videos!😊👍

Here is an approximate list. We did not keep track as we were cutting it as we went on our little sawmill. Material list for chicken coop (4) 8 foot 4x4’s (10) 8 foot two by fours for uprights (12) 8 foot two by fours for edging (16 or 18) 10 foot two by fours for rafters (4) two by fours for nest box (4) 14 foot 2 x4 for top and bottom perimeter (7) 8 foot two by sixes for hutch (3) 8 foot two by sixes for door (13) 2 x4 for diagonals and small doors and floor joists (16) 10 foot one by fours for roof and blocking Wood for ramp (2) 4 x 8 sheets of plywood Vinyl flooring if you want it 100 foot roll of 4 foot wide hardware cloth half inch (we used black plastic coated from Amazon) Extra 2 foot wide hardware cloth or wire for perimeter apron Hinges and latches (8) 10’ long pieces of metal roofing. (Cut one into shorter pieces for the top of the nest boxes) Tongue and groove siding or one by six board and bat (not sure of quantity since we cut it as needed)

@@natureartgirl Thank you very very much!! It's a beautiful build. Watching you two build with such patience (and a little humor) reminded me to enjoy the process.

Lots of opinions on the subject, but if you have something fall that is heavy enough to crush your steel toes your toes would be pretty much smashed to pieces without them. We had a friend recently that lost a toe that way. 😬

@@natureartgirl I have seen the opposite where the steel toe crush the toe ( especially the big toe ) Cut off the circulation which led to amputation. For me I would rather have my toes broken Also working in the North East steel toe tips absolutely make your feet colder in the winter. But like you said to each is his own. Also I did break my big toe by having a store front frame fall on it Still don’t regret not have steel tips.

It’s a fun project. I think you will enjoy it. Thanks for watching!😊

I did check it out. Couldn’t find it under “Bear” got hundreds of grizzly videos🤣 but I used your user id and that worked. Looks interesting! Just be safe and make sure it’s vented properly. We are firefighters, so a little paranoid about carbon monoxide poisoning. 😊👍

Thanks for watching Bear! 😊👍

Thanks for watching! 😊💕

Thank you! It has really been working well for us! 😊

Thank you for watching!😊💕

I used minwax aged oak. And minwax helmsman indoor/outdoor spar urethane for the two top coats. Clear satin. It gives a really nice finish. Not too shiny 😊👍

Yes that’s a good idea. The majority of rot starts on the cut ends so it’s smart to paint or use wood preservative on them as you go. We used the coated wire, but will have to see how it lasts. The sun is pretty brutal here in Arkansas, but so far it’s doing ok. Thanks for the info. A lot of folks are building their own coops, so your experience helps!😊👍

Good to know! Thanks!😊👍

The company is in California but they are made in China. We have been very happy with ours. They really last and they have an awesome warranty.

@@natureartgirl I try not to buy from overseas because everything we buy there puts American jobs at a disadvantage! Not sure but they probably were given to you for advertising purposes. Sad we are slowly losing our livelihood to people we don’t have the same morels with. Thanks for your response Love your show !

Thanks for your interest, but we will have to pass for now.

​@@natureartgirl Hi! We understand. Please, let me know if you are interested in the future!

Thank you very much!😊

We are about 13 miles west of hot springs 😊

Exactly!😂😂

Front wall boards are 8’ and back wall is 6’8”. That gives you a 2 pitch roof. You could do it steeper if you live where there is a lot of snow. Thanks for watching!😊

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You are welcome! 😊

My main occupation has been as a watercolor artist. I also worked a couple years with my son and Lance building homes (regular homes, not log cabins😂) Never went to college, but I have always enjoyed learning new things.

Pretty sure I wouldn’t be able to find a young guy to finish the job my old guy started. He would have to be as crazy as us😂😂

Thank you!😊

Thank you! It’s crazy how good those tools work! Thanks for watching!😊

We are just west of Hot Springs Arkansas. The pines grow pretty straight, but we only chose the straightest ones on our property that were the right size. We also cut a few where they had a slight bend and used those where there was a window or door so we could straighten them out a bit. None were perfect, but if there is a bow in them you should try to put it to the outside. 😊

Yes, we love this area! The lakes and small mountains are beautiful! 😊

Thanks Carl. We got the grinder pads at harbor freight store. They have a couple different grits and you can buy a small pack or a bulk package. We went through a bunch of them on this project!🤣😂

You are welcome. Thanks for watching!💕

Thank you so much 😊

You are welcome! So glad it helped you! 😊👍

Yes! 😊👍👍

We do not want more chickens than we have, so are not planning on hatching out any more chicks. Roosters are great for protecting the hens if you need that, but we have 3 herding dogs that are very good at running off hawks and other predators. We have had roosters before and have had some bad experiences with them becoming aggressive and attacking people and pets with their spurs. It just depends on what your situation is as to whether or not they are a good idea.

Thank you! We really enjoyed working on this project together!😊💕

Hi, sorry we have been slow. My dad has been very sick and required 24/7 care. We were able to take care of him at home like he wanted. He just passed away last week. We look forward to seeing him again after the resurrection. Hope you are doing well. Thank you for checking on us💕💕💕

​@@natureartgirl meus sentimentos à todos , que Deus possa consolar vossos corações 💕

Thanks!😊

Thank you!😊

They are cut on 45 degree angle. The length will vary depending on how you build your coop. I just cut one angle and hold it up even where it will fit and then mark it. Cut it and check the fit. Then before you nail it in, use it as a pattern to mark all the others. It goes pretty fast. 😊

@@natureartgirl I thought so. Thank u so much for replying. I’m in the process of drawing out my chicken coop build atm. Almost done 🙌

No, sorry we don’t. We have been wanting to draw up some plans, but life keeps getting in the way. It is pretty straightforward though, we have most of the information in the videos.