DIY OFF GRID CHICKEN COOP! WE’RE GETTING CHICKENS ON OUR 50 ACRE HOMESTEAD!🐣🥚

[@loriecardillo1679]

I don't normally leave comments but felt compelled to tell you, whenever you move livestock onto your property it will bring predators. So you will need to really prepare for that. A solid floor you can sweep clean on a regular basis. Nesting boxes...roof to protect from hawks, owls and the like. Do some research first ...it goes a long way and saves time , money and work. You tube is a great resource!! I love your energy, smile and good work ethic. The property and home are looking GREAT!!

[@trudysmith4659]

Please rethink the floor..the pallet will be impossible to clean.

[@jaybee608]

You said all the things I wanted to say. In that environment, that's a lot of work. And chickens can't be left alone. I vote Greenhouse, if that's possible in the desert. That's a food source too.

[@ekxotix]

Chickens 🐓 Scratch the floors to eat no floor is better just sidewalks and roofing A door and chicken wire it’s special for snakes 🐍 etc cause of the size of the holes And Judah needs to be put outside if you plan on having animals He should be protecting your live stock Also Donkeys kill coyotes If you have water out for the coyotes and they become territorial of the water coyotes won’t have a chance they kill hyeneas too 😊 So make a watering hole 🕳️ for the donkeys n watch them KICK 🦵 AZZ 😂😂😂😂😂 Donkeys are the number one defense from coyotes Look it up that’s why you see them Out there alive n well n you don’t see coyotes as much

[@simplysimona4562]

@@loriecardillo1679 Thank you so much!🩷🩷🩷 Yes,I’ve thought about it and it does creep me out!😭 At the same time I really want livestock! Like you said I just have to really really prepare for that!

[@simplysimona4562]

@@trudysmith4659 Yes,I’m no longer going with the floor! Thank you🩷🙏🏾

[@b.c8437]

I don't think I'm qualified to offer any advice but here is my encouragement advice. It's the desert and wild thing roam at night. I would probably put that off until you're living full-time on the property and it's more secure

[@ratedpgnot007]

Hey Simona Property coming along great! On the Chicken coup I would not put pallets on floor, make keeping clean easier. Yes on the chicken wire on inside to keep snakes out of coup. The chickens will need an enclosed area for nighttime and shade. I would dig down into ground a little and run chicken wire below ground too. Yay!

[@francesjones624]

Wire mesh instead of chicken wire but I agree with you.

[@aovoonthefarmsouthernillinois]

Chickens need shade.

[@sfedrickbridges]

And chickens like to scratch around in the dirt, give them room to do so.

[@BrittDeveraux]

When setting up a chicken coop, it's essential to prevent animals from digging their way in. Some homesteaders choose to dig a few feet down around the coop and fill the area with concrete, or even install a concrete floor. You want a solid structure, not something thrown together. Make sure to research this method thoroughly, as it's not something to take lightly. It's best to wait until you're living on the property full-time before getting chickens. In the meantime, consider taking the time to learn about caring for chickens in a desert environment so you know exactly what to expect.

[@AzariahYasharel]

Totally agree. Research, research, research. I just saw a video of homesteaders, were something got in the coop & ate all their chickens & eggs during the night. And this family is always at home. So very sad. So please take time to research. Also if doing a greenhouse, you'll need a water source close by. Beautiful property & love your hair Sis.🤎

[@tysoncarr5876]

Totally agree. Appreciate the advice. When I get back in town I will build it right. Right now she's just kicking around ideas

[@Shantell-zg9kp]

Chicken snakes will get to your eggs you can buy a real chicken coop from places who sell sheds plus you got to feed chickens daily you need to build a fence around any children coop Chicken need grass to run around on Do ya Research first if you like Traveling Alot who gone take care ya chickens it's hot out there plant some grass first then put up A Fence around the coop

[@chemicagriffith689]

I love these videos Simona!!! On the chicken coop, I would not put the pallets on the bottom. I live in Georgia and we have snakes as well. Some chickens love to dirt bath and the pallets on the bottom will block that. I watch Lauren Nicholsen channel a lot and she is very knowledgeable on chickens! Check videos out for help and advice.😊 The homestead is coming along NICELY!❤❤❤❤❤

[@simplysimona4562]

@@chemicagriffith689 Thank you so much!🩷 I decided not to go with any floors for the chicken coop!🙂👍🏾

[@lmmillare7542]

Hey luv, glad 2 c ur staying busy... I think chickens would b better n the late spring, but a fall garden might b nice 😏. U did such a good job with ur trees that if u use the pallets for a garden enclosure u could start planting right away 4 it tiss the season. My gardens always motivate me, seeing the seeds sprout and grow reminds me of Fathers grace and there's nothing like eating what u grow.

[@kbdalegend8051]

GM, Simona, here's my two cents. I don't live in the desert. I live in the rural south, grew up on a farm around all kinds of livestock including chickens. When you build a chicken coop, you build to keep predators out more so than to keep the chickens in, if that makes sense. There are probably coyotes, wild dogs, some sort of bobcat, raccoons (maybe), possums (maybe), skunks (??), hawks, owls and lord knows what else, near your homestead. All of those things will hear one big dinner bell when you set up your chickens. Oh, and snakes eat eggs. With chickens, you have to check every day to collect your eggs, and make sure they are all okay and still living. It's a little work but very fulfilling. I love the idea and not trying to talk you out of it (honestly I'm not). I just think you should be prepared for the other side of raising chickens and build a coop that will keep them safe and out of predators' reach. With that, if you still want to move forward with the coop, I say go for it.

[@Tina-el4fm]

Great idea to raise your own eggs! No floor in a chicken coop! It’ll draw snakes that look for hiding places. They love eggs ya know, not to frighten you but keep the floor just dirt.

[@Tina-el4fm]

Get snake repellent from Home Depot! Keep some (LOTS) around to use ALL around everything; house, shed, RV trailer, chicken coop! We use every where cuz I have a phobia 😮

[@Flourishtalks2203]

@@Tina-el4fmwhat is LOTS?

[@uniquenessmocha1180]

Right 👍🏾

[@MariahAliHouston]

I am currently in process of homesteading myself. One thing I suggest doing is taking a moment and coming up with a site plan and laying out on paper where you would like things to go. Makes things a lot easier when you have a plan and know exactly where everything will be. Plus gives you a view of the bigger picture. It saves a lot of time trying to figure out where to place things.

[@jameswifejamelasullivan5003]

Me and my husband will be starting our homestead in arizona i love watching your videos they get me so excited for our journey as well

[@offthegridwithrashad]

Hey family! My advice for the water tank since I live this life too lol is to get a connection to the outlet at the bottom and hook the hose up to that so your pumping water from the bottom and not the top and the water pressure will increase that way because of gravity. You live and you learn lol

[@simplysimona4562]

Wow!! You’re so intelligent!!🩷😂 Why we didn’t think of that,I have no clue!! You’re so right! Now I feel dumb😂😂😂

[@offthegridwithrashad]

@ hey it’s all good! I made some of the same mistakes especially with the water tank flying out the back of the truck lol that’s crazy someone stole it that quick though smh

[@williesmalls43]

Keep doing ur things sis my wife an I are in dell city texas doing the same thing keep working God bless u an ur family

[@williesmalls43]

Sent u an email

[@offthegridwithrashad]

@@williesmalls43 hey I’m in Hudspeth county too lol

[@janetedwards4466]

I don't know where to begin, but I will simply (no pun intended LO), start by saying how proud I am to be a subscriber to your channel and to witness your vision. Your homestead looks amazing. I love beautiful home interior, and you do not hold back. Your furnishings are simply amazing. I cannot wait to see the finished product. You should put your talent for decorating into a business. Stay blessed!

[@Gr8terIsHe]

Hey Queen! Take a bite of the grilled cheese, huh🤣… I remember one day I was so anxious to eat dinner because it looked so scrumptious. I held it up to the Lord so He could bless it. Then I said “Lord pleeez taste this! It is so delicious!” Of course I didn’t see a bite mark😅 so I said “you just aren’t gonna taste it huh?” He replied back “whatever you consume, I consume because I dwell in you.” I was thrown back😲🙌🏽💗

[@Flourishtalks2203]

Ooo that’s deep lol

[@ajyoung1838]

Well alright now!

[@angelgilchrist-guytonoffac18]

Do a GREEN HOUSE SIMONA, you don't need any predators fighting juda...😊🎉

[@uniquenessmocha1180]

Right 👍🏾!!!!

[@mesewhappy5119]

Ha ha ha.... soon as you asked the question about what color you should paint the chicken coop; I said BLACK (LOL)!

[@swonsley245]

The scenary is absolutely beautiful!

[@b4k4survivor]

Agree with others about leaving the floor of any chicken coop dirt, but I would lay down hardware cloth (wire mesh) on the ground, then put like 4-6 inches of dirt on top of it, then a few inches of straw (as bedding). The wire mesh will protect from predators digging to get in, and it should be long enough to come up the sides a little bit so you can attach it to the sides and also protect them from predators that can reach in (mostly a concern with raccoons and skunks, which I don't think are too big of an issue in your area but I'm not 100% sure). If you look around youtube, you will find people doing chicken coops with hardware cloth (or "wire mesh") on the ground on various channels. Some people don't cover the ground and will only cut the mesh into strips and then dig like 12 inches down along where the walls will be then attach it to the sides (no mesh on the very bottom), but others will completely enclose the bottom and even run the mesh 3-4 feet up the sides to protect from predators (especially in areas with many raccoons and skunks... probably not a huge issue in your area, but raccoons and skunks can reach through chicken wire and will grab and strangle birds). The steps you might need to take really depends on the predation pressures of your area, so I suggest you check with neighbors and facebook groups in the area with people who have chickens, and I suggest you do a youtube search "DIY chicken coop" and try to watch for some that use the wire mesh on the bottom. It's not the cheapest of stuff but you can find it at Home Depot or on Amazon. You can build cheap, simple, effective hoops with just some 2x4's, "cattle panels" (wire mesh fencing you can buy at home Depot, tractor suppy, or any farming supply place), and some chicken wire/hardware cloth. Look up "hoophouse"

[@corysilvester]

For the environment you are in I would really recommend elevating that chicken coop. Also putting your “wall pallets” on top of the floor as opposed to the ground. Mesh screen will also be your friend on the sub floor before you lay down the final floor. Lastly the heavy blue pallets are awesome to use but you should try and keep like pallets together while building. YOU CAN DO IT, you’re off to a great start. God speed🙏🏾

[@suestory1121]

I would visit people that have chickens in the desert. To be safe and efficient. They can tell you all the pros and cons. We can't give you expert advice but they can. I love what you are doing ❤ Your sister in Christ 🎉 I am a Interior Designer and Builder.

[@seashellsprosperity8729]

Hello. I think you should study how donkeys and chickens get along. I also think you should build both a chicken coop and a green house, only add a water source to the green house. It's great to see the home coming along. Dishes look great, and the campers shower looks great for a doggy bath, the hose is awesome for Judah, unless he has an outdoor bath. Do you have toys for him? Enjoy your meal. Someone that stay in the country on acres says they have gasoline around the places they hang out at to rid the snakes. Others say lye.

[@suzzettetyler8023]

Green house! Sunshine for days, also grow vegetables!,

[@anitraridgeway2714]

Id raise the floor off the ground. Pallets are gonna rot. Then take some boards n add skirting around the bottom . Id actually cover all the pallets because snakes can crawl up the wire. And thru it. Dig down around coup and place rocks or big logs so snake can't go under ur skirting.

[@simplysimona4562]

Very smart idea!! Thank you so much!👍🏾🙂🩷

[@anitraridgeway2714]

@simplysimona4562 yw. My dad has an off grid property. I've learned a lot from him over the years.

[@chance8286]

You should start with a greenhouse and also plant a garden/raised beds. Plan how you will water your vegetables. Research what type of greenhouse is good for your climate. I am also interested in homesteading, started a vegetable garden last month and am still learning but so rewarding to see it all grow. Good luck, take it one step at a time. Blessings 😊

[@traceyprice1433]

Hey Simona! I love the chicken coop idea. I have no advice when it comes to building a coop. Maybe if you put "The Coop" in a enclosed structure with ventilation of course? What's your plan? Eggs, etc? There's nothing like fresh eggs. Looking forward to the final reveal of "The Coop" or "The Oasis" (the greenhouse). Peace be with you.

[@750lokey]

OMG I was just thinking yall havent made provisions for food..garden and meat etc. Good luck. Build to protect and be safe. Luv yall

[@bankston11]

I ❤ the RV. Y'all got it so clean. It looks new! I can't believe the prive yall paid. I'm right here in Ohio and have been wanting an RV.

[@jaybee608]

Simona, can you guys get a PO box? We would love to send you things that would help with your projects and maybe save you a trip into town. I vote Greenhouse/Hoophouse type.✌️❤️🙏

[@keeperofjewelsfunnyfarm6775]

You should get yourself some hardware cloth. It’s for chickens, put it on the ground and put it on the sides. Snakes can get through chicken wire and don’t forget about the coyotes that they will attract and they will dig. Also, it gets very hot in Arizona. They will need shade and maybe cooling if it gets up in the hundreds. And if you leave for snowbirding or something, you’re gonna have to have someone take care of them.

[@AnnetteJefferson-k3u]

Hello just found your channel and I am really enjoying your content. I was looking at your sections of the way you all are dividing your rooms and was wondering if you all will have a half bath which would be great under the stairs and that way you could take the hall away from between your bedroom and bathroom and make the bathroom inside your bedroom.. this is just a suggestion suggestion

[@stephaniejames4940]

Oh this is great to have a video top of the morning. Thanks. 😊

[@simplysimona4562]

You’re very welcome!! Thanks for tuning in!🤗🩷💕

[@kimberliejackson835]

Have you ever considered the PVC system for watering your trees? You place PVC pipe with holes in the pipe between soil and roots. You connect a solid PVC to the underground portion. Simply put water in the pipe and it goes directly to the root.

[@stw0077]

Hey girl, do the chicken coop. Chickens are good company and it might be a little easier on the budget. The coop might need a heater for winter time.

[@MrsJuanita067]

Green house first. Chicken coop next to the gree house.. Put it a electric fence around your chicken coop

[@laydbak46]

If you dig a trench,place the wood in the trench and staple wire mesh on top(prevent critters from trying to get under). Top with wood,then vynl for easy clean out. Straw bedding a few inches thick.

[@ZMS777]

This guy sounds like he's a one-stop shop. Insulation, drywall, frame...everything...I hope that his quote is reasonable...and that he's insured.

[@jamessmith3741]

Just a few things: Water tanks need to be covered with black tarps or something to keep bacteria from growing. Also you may want to try filling your water tank on the rv and using its water pump for pressure. If you’re worried about what’s in the tank you can pour a little Clorox in it before filling it up to sanitize it. I think you may enjoy that a lot more. Finally: You can do anything you put your mind to! But you got to be fully ready and prepare to take on livestock. Don’t let boredom send you down that road until you are locked in. Watch as many KZbin videos as you can and think on it. It’s rewarding once the system is fully setup. But ask yourself. Are you ready to get a snake out of a chicken coop? Possibly twice a week. Are you ready to fight off wild dogs or who knows what. Love the channel and keep up the good work!

[@777LadyVenus]

Judah is so handsome. I just became a subscriber a few days ago and have been binge watching your videos the past few days. Much love and gratitude for you soul sister.

[@JustFarrah]

27:57 I’m not sure either but maybe concrete the floor and use pallets for the wall?

[@livingthetorahlife7718]

just bring the wire down to the ground because the snakes will show up. you also need a top on it as well. you are doing a good job keep going.

[@dalenahenager2238]

If you lay the wood directly on the ground, it will be suseptible to rot and termites. Maybe put in a cinder block border around the perimeter to avoid this. Put your nesting boxes up around 4 feet to deter critters and be sure to put roosting sticks at different levels inside the coop. Another helpful thing to keep the odor down is to line the floor with about a foot of hay or straw, that way you only have to clean the coop out about every 3 months. When you clean out the coop you can save the straw and chicken manure in a pile to use for your garden. It takes about a year to mature. 😊

[@louiZiana-Gurl]

Love those pumpkins and plates!❤

[@shanonsavon8815]

Love the shed with the reefs and long horns

[@dianah360]

Hi .. if you google how to build a chicken coop in the dessert they have some great ideas thats I would go Love your videos God Bless You and keep you

[@sophieb86]

Truly beautiful sunset/sunrise scenes. The landscape is highlighted so well by it I say look up on KZbin for easy pallet chicken coop, they might know some important info about them, like the floors etc & I love smoked Gouda too! I’m eating beef soup from a roast I made, with feta cheese cubes that are melting at the bottom. To die for!

[@TexasHomesteaders]

30 year chicken owner here. The only problem with that floor is that you need a way to rake out the poop. Lots of poop. So you could use a pallet for the coop floor but raise it up so you can rake under it. Then you would not put a floor on the "run" part of the coop. Yes, you can leave your chickens alone for a couple of days. We do. We make sure they have plenty of food and water. Make it predator proof, sides, top and bottom and you'll be good.

[@honeyheart2u773]

When you started with those pallets i remembered i saw a beautiful wrap around porch deck made out of those pallets!!! But I’m loving the chicken coop and garden!!

[@genevievelegato8418]

Just a suggestion You can use all that wood from the pallet to build up your fence at the front of the house save some money cut the left over wood you had near the wheelbarrow and cut in half to start the chicken coop.😊 Good luck and I am sure you will do just fine.

[@Alice-mg1ug]

Not only coyotes snakes attack chickens too.

[@Miltamaisonet]

A green house first start planting. You have something to keep you busy. Pallets needs to be sanded and warer proof it.

[@kimgaither2954]

No pallets on the flood. Chicken poop is good for the soil to help fertilize for gardening. I also suggest watching some videos. Great start.

[@doneslick1362]

The blur pallets are solid oak and can be expensive. But yes, I think you can build a coup. Give them plenty of room to run, it makes them stronger

[@lafondaharrington7513]

My grandmother had chickens and the coop was dirt. They Scratch their clawx in the dirt. The size of a coop matters on how many chickens you're going to have.

[@boo-11]

Hi Simona. Love watching your videos. Love it when you and your husband are together lovely couple♥️. Just want to say please please perhaps get a high chain fence that has also a cover for your chicken coop incase coyotes any predators try to eat or kill them. Now snakes and scorpions is also dangerous I would hate that you bought your chickens and wasted all that work and they get killed or eaten. I’m sorry to say this. The only answer I can give you advice are the coyotes I suggest a high chain fence and top for protection and make sure the coyotes can’t reach for the chickens that they are not so close to the fence have the fence wider and higher and they need shade as well. Please excuse my typing I don’t have my glasses. Lol♥️

[@tlee4395]

You should make a garden. Chickens are a lot of work, and you can not leave them. Note that they need a coup for safety and protection from the elements and predators. They do not need a floor as it will make it impossible to clean.

[@angelagage1730]

I think the floor might give a place for critters to live like snakes or ground squirrels, etc.

[@Urban_Off-Grid]

We pretty much have the same land environment. Pallets would be great, the flooring just close the gaps, so nothing comes up from underneath, or you chickens don’t get caught and it will also be easier to clean If Judah walks around freely you don’t have tooo much to be concerned with. We are painting ours black and a natural stain …. We’re just concerned about the heat. So still debating. Black is such a lovely color. I love your place!!

[@Urban_Off-Grid]

Break apart a pallet and use the boards to cover the gaps

[@tanesiaapodaca569]

Hi, Simona. Looking forward to seeing your Glam chickens.🤣 love it

[@laydbak46]

Hi,a cordless circular saw will work. I bought several tools in a set from Lowes all battery packs. Well known brand.

[@swonsley245]

The new structure seems to be a little close if it will be chicken coop. They a loud in the early morning!

[@marvelousmarva9666]

My mom keep moth balls in the summer on her patio front and back!

[@sophieb86]

Also I was concerned about the things the first contractor brought up such as building sway with the wind & the thickness of the metal beams. It seems important & the second guy didn’t even mention it. If the building sways drywall is more l8kely to crack Maybe a third estimate since this is pretty important Or you can ask the 2nd guy about those things the first guy brought up. This seems like an area to get right & not skimp if possible Asking lots of questions after researching is good I think even tho. a. P I t a

[@michiganjfrog5714]

Good idea Simone, you gotta let them free range in the day on account of chickens eat scorpions🦂 . Maybe you could just build a chicken tractor and move them from place to place to help fertilize the land.

[@TheJanicetunes]

❤ Love your journey and believe in what you do!!! I think its just awesome. As far as the chicken or green house. Id say the green house is easier to start, because of the critters that r attracted to the chickens plus their upkeep. Ive seen chickens kill a snake, they are going after the eggs not the chickens. You do have to do so much more for the chickens vs the green house. But Im here to support whichever your next project is!!! God bless you!!

[@livingthetorahlife7718]

no that's ok to stand them up that floor can be where you build your chicken boxes for the hen to lay their eggs.

[@queenmathis2705]

No floor, especially since the ground is so hard. Chickens poo a lot put down hay. You can get chicken wire and mesh wiring to keep snakes out. You're gonna need good ventilation out there in desert , maybe some fans. Study the breeds of chickens that are suitable for the climate there . Heaters for when weather gets down temps.

[@deloresbradner8928]

Good to see you again love your videos 😊❤🙏🏾🤗

[@simplysimona4562]

Thank you so much!!💕🤗💜

[@roschellerumley3566]

You need galvanized chicken wire to go under the dirt all bricks because snakes and everything else loves chickens. If you put your chickens out there without the proper wiring, not the cheap wiring but the galvanized wire your chickens are gonna eat up

[@velorna]

A green house first. More like it’s easier to maintain and more affordable right now until you are more set up. Love what you’re doing keep up the great work!

[@robertbirch4163]

You should get water containers that are black. This helps prevent the growth of algae.

[@livingananimatedlife]

Why am I envisioning when I see you a cross between Janelle Monae and Meg The Stallion on an episode of Little House on The Prairie meets The Little Rascals episodes when they are building things and cooking You are so entertaining in a good way. The homestead is going to be everything you dream of. I can see your heart and your determination. Blessings to you

[@tararamos3887]

Watch how some homesteader are doing it. I love pallets they are a good source for building things. I did learn that HT stamp heat treated are good for garde beds no MB pallets. Watch videos of what you want. Either one takes time and planning. You are building girl. Find those gloves.....Sending good vibes....

[@msmhamilton87]

Chicken coop/green house would he great. Fresh healthy food💞💞...

[@brendamoncrief4459]

Chickens like to scratch and have dust baths..you don't want or need a floor. To secure pen from Predators I have seen other KZbinr homesteaders put wire down in the ground and then cover it back up with the dirt.

[@williamwinston9671]

Dig around the perimeter of the chicken coop and about 12 inches deep as close as you can to the outer walls. Then place rocks, boards, etc as an underground barrier to keep the predators from digging under the walls and getting inside of the coop.

[@Miltamaisonet]

I use scallion on my eggs if i have them, but i put a slice of cheese. ENJOY

[@lottiemartin5559]

Good morning Simone ❤ your barndominium is going to look Amazing ❤❤

[@keeperofjewelsfunnyfarm6775]

Chickens like to scratch around I would not put that pallet floor in because you’ll have to clean the chicken crap all the time off of that. Make sure you have a good roof and nothing for predators to slip into because they will. I’ve been raising chickens for seven years now you could put a dirt floor and put hay in there for them to scratch around in and make sure you something for them to roost on. More of a 2 x 2 perch, not just sticks. It will hurt their feet. Snakes will take the eggs and they will get in there. You have to make it predator proof I would Google about that.

[@casaudiapleasant5]

With Your grey water you can water your plants

[@R1M1r1m1]

Wherever you put your coop put a tree to grow over it. Your chickens will thank you.

[@aovoonthefarmsouthernillinois]

You need chicken wire along the parameters of the floor to prevent predators from digging under the coop.

[@dayshafreeman]

I love your new decorations 🎉❤

[@AntonetteHines]

Do the greenhouse first, then add the chicken coop onto it later on. You really don't need a floor on either of them, definately not the chicken coop. Anyway, whatever you decide, just have fun with it.

[@stw0077]

It looks great. Buy some snake away from home depot. Put it around the parameter of your property so they won't even come inside. Mothballs work as well.

[@carolyn4realife]

On the front end, suggest using your downtime to visit or research homesteads with everything you want in that environment. It could save you money and time on the back end.🤷😊

[@anniebetsy728]

I like the chicken coop. You’re so creative. Great job

[@mshazevilla8864]

Wow I was thinking about that too.. The Snakes getting under the pallets..hmmm 😮What can you do.. No floor

[@dlt215]

Just put dirt in between the pallets or use spray foam.

[@donnaworrell7902]

Hi my dear I love your jokes your laughter and love watching the lovely things you do awesome I can't wait to get my dream home Amen 🙏

[@mamaslitterbug3071]

I think you could make a fence for your garden. You don't need a floor for either.

[@simplysimona4562]

@@mamaslitterbug3071 thank you🙂

[@mamaslitterbug3071]

@simplysimona4562 you are so welcome my beautiful sister I'm praying for God's favor for you and your husband 🙏 God got you!!

[@cheddar2848]

I think you should do a big green house so you can grow vegetables, even grow watermelons, cilantro and anything that is green, even more fruit like strawberries, you already have water so that will be good and don't forget to do windows with screens too for air flow it will help. Just research it and so you get more ideas just using that wood that you have, you'll be surprised.🏘 Stay safe and blessed.

[@zacharyneufeld3854]

Why not build both !? 🙏❤ I'd keep the floor dirt so you can rake it out and use those birds for making compost. Chicken wire on the outside all around and over the top. I'd bury wire all around the sides as well to keep predator's from digging and going under. Stay blessed !!

[@embracinglifedaily23]

Sis! Love the video! The chicken coop got me thinking about when I grew up in NC and my Grandma had a chicken coop and I had to go feed them and was scared of the rooster! So I would just throw the feed through the mesh wire and run! 😂😂😂

[@comealongwithceceadverture1544]

Hello there from Cali 🤗🐕‍🦺🐩🦮🐕‍🦺🦮 having our fur babies it’s a never ending cleaning up hair small pebbles sand dirt never ending job but we wouldn’t have any other way . Cali 🤗🐕‍🦺🐩🦮🐕‍🦺🦮 and I got five 😂😂😂 KZbin have so many ideas on building chicken coops. I raise quills. Yes snakes, coyotes. Even Judah beware you are doing good always remember to protect them while building it. Fort Knox.😂😂😂

[@LorettaLynn55]

@19:27 Child you cooky! 🤣🥰Grilled cheese is no joke!!! 🤤 What about putting down a tarp or several tarps? Bought mine at the dollar tree,,,

[@embracinglifedaily23]

Also you are right about the snakes, etc… I was also thinking that you are a traveler so you would have to get someone to watch them when you are gone. Would love to eat the caged eggs though, so much healthier! ❤ You Sis!

[@ginaarmstrong1388]

The best video on how to build a chicken coop was on Steep in the woods. How to build a pallet wood A frame chicken coop. Also on KZbin!!❤ They put chicken wire on the ground for predators. Great idea.!!

[@qwertypoi654]

The coop should be like Fort Knox. Make it very secure, coz its so sad when a predator gets in. Look for hardware cloth to use. They like privacy when laying eggs. I'm sure it'll be a gorgeous coop ❤

[@simplysimona4562]

@@qwertypoi654 thank you so much note taken!🙂👍🏾🩷

[@Sunshine11015]

Hi Simona, and everyone, Happy Monday!!! I’d say a Greenhouse because AZ has a heap of predators that will be attracted to your homestead. Just my little two cents, Hope it helps…

[@nylotisslaughter7385]

Maybe you should start with a greenhouse Simone and tell your husband is home full-time with you to start the chicken coop. Because sometimes when you're raising animals and like at night you know how different animals come and try to get in the chicken coop you might hear that and want to go out there and you shouldn't be going outside at night like that by yourself so I think it's best that you start to Greenhouse first and your chicken coop when your husband is home on the property full time just in case you guys do have to go out and check on things with your chicken coop just an idea just saying.❤

[@genevievelegato8418]

Hello there I think first put up a full fence so no other animals come after your chickens and just hay on the ground and reuse those pallets and put down some wood then get a chicken fence which is cheaper please in ox me personally if you can so I can learn more about homestead in Arizona . Thanks God bless.

[@TinaWilliams-jl7sf]

It’s so good to see ya have a bless day❤