Finally, the Best Automatic Mobile Chicken Coop

Finally, the Best Automatic Mobile Chicken Coop
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[@LarryTait1]

By the way just poured the slab for our post and beam 20’ x 30’ barn, from Jamaica Cottage

[@sallysassa]

That is a handsome chickshaw. You and Gina are great carpenters. I laughed when you said "she's rustic" about the ramp; my father used to say that! He was super handy making things and inventing; had some patents. Another lovely video. I so enjoy them.

[@susansollee1839]

Watched an older vlog where you mentioned building your home in 2015. You and Gina have accomplished so much! I love watching daily farm life experiences. Thank you! I’m looking forward to Hope being a mom. I think she’ll be a much better mother than Tilly. She’s so sweet. 👍🏻🌻💕🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@ginacota9724]

Good morning! Thanks for the Friday update! You really showed us how both of the gardens, bees, goats, pigs, chickens were all doing. That was nice 👍

[@audreyabdo7719]

Al you are correct, the gray spots are spots of wisdom. I love watching y’all work.schematic and novel ideas. Take care.

[@verabrown2263]

Al, have the Adore auti door. We love ours. Pronounced a- door. Very nice guy owns it, talked with him on phone. Watch you family videos all the time. My favorite of all! Sweet, wonderful family,

[@kimfinch67]

Good morning. I love having my coffee with you 5 days a week.

[@beckylitster29]

Watching all your vlogs brings me so much joy !!

[@mathbrown9099]

Guys, you are both so clever. The Chickasaw is grand, the garden is growing immense, you deserve it. Thanks for showing your Chickasaw build.

[@theother1281]

G'day Al. Idea for the chicken compost heap. Imagine the square made by the fence around the coop. Now if you start dumping composting material in one corner for the chickens to process. Then when you move the coop rotate the fence around the compost heap, so that it acts like an anchor point for the moving chicken run. Then tighten it up to just the compost area in winter. So in spring you start the process again in a different area and you have the compost to mulch the garden and greenhouse. Let the chickens do the work of mixing and managing your compost heap.

[@virginiareid5336]

Very interesting coop. Looks as if you thought of everything with the kick stands and having a pulling accessory. Take Care

[@vivaldi1236]

You’re quite the architect. Best Chick-Shaw ever. 👏🏻

[@margaretbedwell58]

Great looking chic shaw. Gardens are looking wonderful. What do you have in mind to build next? The roof over the goats side yard perhaps. Y'all have a Blessed day.

[@laurahobbs5702]

Hi Al you don't need catches. Put a block next to where they fold up add a piece of wood that will swivel locking the leg up when you move. Uses up scraps. X

[@shellscattitude]

The chicken needs a name as she is stepping up into CWC spot. Love the new chicken tractor. ❤️🐥🐝

[@nancyparker3732]

Crazy Lavender Chicken, watch out for the bear?

[@CRuf-qw4yv]

'chicken Scout" or the "Walmart Chicken Greeter (WCG)".

[@papajoe6254]

Al your Automated Chic Shaw is a work of art. Gina, I'm still thinking bout that B Roll comment.

[@myrnajavier2918]

That's another project(mobile chicken coop) that most homesteaders will envy. Good job Al.

[@pwengert1]

Al, I’m glad to hear you embracing your wisdom coming out in your natural highlights! I don’t know what I enjoy more... hearing you say “Boom,” “Bam,” “I like it,” or “Delicious!” We’ve been gone all day & we were so ready to visit you & your family on the homestead.

[@brendalawrence6732]

I am loving the chick-shaw, looks like it will work out great and looks pretty easy to move.

[@barbarabrand190]

Though I'm not building a mobile coup, watching you problem solve gave me a solution to a build in my barn. Thanks for sharing.

[@jeanh9329]

I love watching you guys work. You’re so efficient!! Jean from Arizona 🌻🐍🦂🌵🌴🦎🌞

[@cynthiavanderscoff]

All your ‘builds’ look great!! You have a wonderful homestead!

[@nanigoose]

The chicken tractor is a work of art! I noticed a gap above the egg basket door where a weasel or snake could squeeze through. Maybe put a long, thin piece of wood there to prevent critter access.

[@70acres]

The greenhouse looks amazing! Those plants really took off. Glad you got the new chicken tractor done. Blessings to all.

[@heatherwest2770]

Good Afternoon from Los Angeles. You guys are so inspiring! I wish I were younger. I would have loved to homestead. I’m 54 and have RA so I think it would be difficult to do now. We will be moving away from here to Gilbert, AZ when my husband retires in about 7-8 years. I hear Weed-em and Reap live out there. I am hoping to have some chickens, a garden, fruit trees and berries. I do have a garden here. I love watching you guys and watching how you grow as a family. Do you think you’ll have more children? Thank you for sharing your life!❤️

[@breannathompson3759]

up at 4:21 am and always great to catch the video when its posted! you guys are amazing

[@dwayneedgerton6211]

Great build. Love your attention to detail, especially in the measurements. Everything comes together beautifully at the end with no mistakes. A safety concern: Perhaps cover the sharp open edges of the handle in case you get too close if you need to go to the controller.

[@normfromhawaii1173]

Can't help but notice just how luscious the garden(s) are looking. Yum!!

[@theycallmebacon5692]

I wouldn't have thought that y'all's garden would have done as well as it has this fast. I've always been curious about green houses and skeptical because most videos don't show a regular progression of the garden, it's always a before and after. Well it's usually just the after with no before filled full of technical information, y'all kept it simple and understandable.

[@kflan3342]

Al, great hint on how to use a hole saw. The first time I used one I got really discouraged because I did not know how to remove the plug.

[@dragontrainer2467]

Good Morning Al and Family watching From The UK.

[@kathleenseligmytatterednto8560]

My boys are building a chicksaw as well amd I also want the door over the laying boxes! Looks good! Great job.

[@SwimCoach8]

I used K and J. Magnets to buy some small neodymium magnets to replace our crappy fridge magnets. They are an n42 rated magnet (strength). Round, half inch by quarter inch thick. I can hardly pick those buggers off the fridge, they are so strong! Good luck and thanks for the great content.

[@heatheroester6817]

Love all these projects!Watch the chickens roost on your metal handle!Lol!Zeak sounds like a human laughing ❣

[@LLjean-qz7sb]

Al, while you were showing your new chicken tractor, I was thinking you could cut out the handle section of the nesting boxes, and that way when you collect the eggs you don' t have to remove the whole nest box, just reach in and get the eggs! Otherwise great job on the improvements to the " shaw". Justin has already put the handle on the other side of his shaw and has his door on the back. He also added a hitch to hook up to his runabout vehicle. Both houses look great!! I think the chickens will love it! Hopefully they all get in before the door close, it is soooo slow! Here' s to happy chickens and God Bless!

[@paulrice1918]

Good work on the build. I really like how well you two work together. Al you could have been a teacher.

[@marybelfordsmith8421]

I do love your modifications to things to make them work for your particular property. I learn stuff! You have taught me problem solving skills I can apply to my very different life style needs, and that's wonderful! Thank you!

[@charlottestevens9352]

I love how you put everything u have on the far to a use whether it be scraps for a different materials for project or goatvpoop

[@AlpacaMade]

Yep, best overall design I've seen yet. The more I watch homesteaders problem solve for chickens, bugs and compost; the more I'm sold on Chickshaw mobile as opposed to Chicken Coop. Great job👏

[@barbararichmond8624]

It’s amazing how fast the crops are growing.

[@deb3834]

Dude you're an awesome builder. I really like watching it go together. VW family has a Papaya tree in their greenhouse, they are in Arkansas.

[@wayneleamon3186]

You all did an awesome job on the chicksaw. I think Justin would be proud of the changes and finished product. The garden is looking good in the greenhouse and in the covered raised beds. Everything is calling into place and you are filling your log for Winter. Filling the log is terminology from the movie Over The Hedge. We use to use it when our son was small, so he would understand that we were putting up food for Winter. Still loving your channel and still watching daily.

[@hollandershomestead4481]

I’m so glad you posted this video! I’m doing the chickshaw minime as my first solo project and including the Omelet door. I’m glad to see you show the door parts, as well as how you did it, so I can kind of follow along. Thanks!!

[@nancylitton390]

I do enjoy watching your journey!!!! Al, your answer to Gina about gray hair was a good one. Mine is ,with age comes wisdom... But no one ask you any questions!!! Lol!!!! Thank you for taking us along on your journey and God bless you and your family.

[@jaymeswheeler]

Great episode. Thanks guys. “I like it”

[@kittykat1807]

The amount of projects that you have accomplished as a family in the past twelve months is truly outstanding, I look forward to the day we see Lumnah Acres Farm Shop supplying the community with Homemade goats cheese, Chutneys ,Jams, Fresh Eggs, Vegtables, Smoked Hams, Bacon, Poultry etc etc Have a lovely weekend

[@martyplunkett7011]

You did such a GREAT job on the chick-shaw!! Looks SO much better than ANY that I've watched Justin build! Seriously!❤👏

[@dgmills5351]

Your "Chickshaw" turned out very well Al. I didn't have any doubts you would make another fantastic "building"! Amazon has some extremely strong magnets for your purpose of holding the legs up against the base.

[@natashaj.layton3603]

Absolutely amazing build, love your modifications from Justin’s original design. I’m definitely adding this to our build list when we have our homestead. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@sethgthomas]

I'm always amazed at how well organized and setup things are at Lumnah Acres. Impressive. Started watching your videos just recently and jumping around a bit. Going back now and watching some of the older videos to see how your family planned, and made it to where you are today. BTW, we were happy to use your code for Rimol as we recently just picked up our 30x72 Nor'Easter High-Tunnel kit. You've got a lot of great videos on that process which will be a great reference and resource. Thank you!

[@45Colleen1]

The mobile chickshaw looks great. I love the automatic door. Thank you for sharing with us and God bless.

[@donnadunlop]

G'day all, that mobile chicken coop is slick.Enjoyed watching the finish to the coop and of course our animal fix. Learned a lot about gardening from you guys and marvel at the growth of your veggies in such a short time. Thanks for all the tips.

[@lisaelliott1149]

I get so excited seeing you complete a project, so I can't imagine how much satisfaction it gives you. Olivia your garden is growing so quickly. Can you imagine how big it will be in just a few weeks? Have a great weekend Lumnah family. Maybe you can play with the drone for a view of the farm this time of year? Would be a great year end video watching all the seasons and changes go by.

[@LarryTait1]

Nice rugged auto door. Definitely getting one of those. BOOM!

[@gaylewatkins4685]

Your build projects never disappoint. Awesome job.

[@keithbradley3892]

Been Watching for some time now, Enjoy it very much, I'm an old Vermonter that lives just across the river from you

[@straubdavid9]

Good Friday mornin Chickshaw Nation. The beez are gonna be happy camperz with all the clover, plus in the Spring they will have the fruit trees as well. Are you going to plant more of the area in clover? Your tomatoes are looking very good in the high tunnel .... pretty soon you will need a ladder to reach them. Have a great weekend AL, Gina & Olivia ... take care.

[@janetwithers7427]

It is a great new chicken coop tractor. Good Job !!! Lovely day on the homestead.

[@jeannecooke4862]

Magnificent! Please publish a Homestead Book with building and chickshaw plans in it! Awesome!

[@tonygrimes13]

Jeanne Cooke - There is a link to the chicksaw plans in description under video dated 15th June.

[@aggieta4432]

I stubble on you're channel and amazed how creative you Are! Awesome job!😊

[@elsiemiracle7618]

The lone chicken is sent out by the others to see if you are coming with the food. Lol

[@vmeme2]

😂😂😂😂

[@XxAvaYuXx123]

😂😂😂😂

[@joyceg6480]

CHC crazy hungry chicken lol

[@abcxyz1797]

Chicken scout.

[@vickiroudonis4498]

advance scout

[@leannemcelwain7052]

You so impress me with your work ethic. You are such an organized couple. I wish your family great success.

[@cekfraun]

I enjoyed watching you build this "chick-shaw". It's quite ingenious! I wondered if it was your own design, but you cleared that up at the end, when you said it was a Joel Salatin design that you tweaked with a few of your own ideas. I just started learning about Joel and his farm recently through Mike the Fit Farmer's videos. You guys are all awesome!

[@alluchterhand746]

Another awesome build Gina and Al!!!

[@mariannefifield3826]

Harbor Freight sells some wicked strong magnets. I use them for a myriad of projects.

[@robinrummel1359]

I like it! I watched Justin recently adapt his chicken tractor to pull behind Sally but his version added more weight. I like your idea much better; less weight, more than one use of grab pole and overall improvement! That's the way of design, one person has an idea, another improves on it and someone else improves on that one. 👍👍👍😀😀😀💕💕💕

[@jameslemon51]

In understanding the time to mature compost piles requires strategic planning in accordance to where you move NYC. This be great project For you Al. Your so thorough in planning. :~)

[@richardbohlingsr3490]

That came out really nice. Probably the best one you have built. High class chickens. Just move the coop over to the processing area when needed.

[@OneLoveNow]

Well done, fabulous modification, brilliant on that handle/tow bar.

[@kefa1975]

The time laps of the barn is one of my favorite vides!

[@sandispringfelch1317]

Very nice build...as always! You could put a cane/crutch tip or a tennis ball on the trailer hitch to protect shins when i’s not in use.

[@faithrada]

I planted some leaf lettuce and it's all ready to harvest... So I made some delicious salads like Gina created. OMG was that worthwhile. Nothing like home grown. 🌱🌱🥣

[@lauriesmith7793]

Great portable chicken coop...I do miss seeing Ms Olivia hanging out with the baby goats...💖

[@josephpedone2004]

Good morning Lumnah family ☕️ 66 degrees, sunshine and smiles from Philadelphia... have a blessed day

[@DonnaRatliff1]

Wow! You two have done so much. I love chicken coup. Especially the automatic chicken coup door. 👍

[@tonygrimes13]

*Coop *

[@Banjo-lm2wl]

Brilliant Job on the chock pen I love it.

[@lorenmeyer5290]

Great video, chicken tracker is wonderful! Green house is working out very well! God bless y'all!

[@jimbrewer1404]

YOU NEED A SMALL KIDS SWIMMING POOL FOR YOUR DUCKS THEY LOVE IT

[@kimberli2391]

201 Thousand viewers Wow! Well done! I know I share you videos to beginners all the time. You show things step by step and have good workmanship!

[@Hannahcode1]

If you allow some to seed, you don't have to buy seed the next year. And some folks are saying seeds will be very hard if not impossible to get soon. It is very easy to save seed. There is a little trick to saving tomato seed that helps them be disease resistant. I can explain if anyone wants to know that....Your gardens are looking great! Blessings..

[@ably4352]

Good Morning Lumnahs! The rebar in the garden looks dangerous, can impale someone in a fall. Why not add a safety cap?

[@gelwood99]

Great modifications to a great coop! Well done Al and Gina!

[@dawnhash6068]

Great Build!! Thanks for sharing.

[@kenappleby8481]

Awesome mobile coop build. I love seeing your ideas come to life. Great job editing this video as well. It was a little different with transitions and thought it was a nice change and good touch. Like others are saying, get some rare earth magnets and you'll be good to go with those stands. God bless!

[@AGirlAndHerDogz]

Well thought out modifications. Great job.

[@nancywarren608]

Still giving grain w those beautiful pastures!!

[@kathyyoung3484]

Have you watched any Edible Acres videos? He has some good ideas about chickens and composting.

[@141poolplayer]

Order online from Apex Magnets. They have magnets with pull forces from a few ounces up to 200 lbs.

[@kimmitchell3516]

Totally awesome little tractor... Think at some point I might make me one of those. Spinach idea... I never thought to try replanting after it bolts, cuz the heat is what makes it bolt I thought... Will see how it works if it germinates in the warmer weather. It's been hot here almost 90 .... Rain next four days. Have a great day guys , thanks for another awesome video!!!

[@newfization]

Some N35 magnets will do the trick for the supports, be sure to buy extra, they're super handy. That's the nicest chicken tractor I've seen to date, that thing is awesome!

[@jimborton1]

I really love this design, BUT, I think the nesting boxes on your other shaws are cooler than milk crates. Love !!!

[@Wakeywhodat]

First of all, thank you for such a nice escape from the madness of our world. I truly appreciate the work that goes into producing these videos. A rare earth magnet would be strong enough to hold the feet but if it releases during transport you might snatch it off the tractor. If you have to clasp it in the down position it does not seem like a big deal to clasp it in the up position.

[@explaincauseidontgetit3294]

This might be excessive...gas struts on that coop roof would be a very nice addition. Our non-mobile coup has gas struts for our maintenance door and they’re amazing.

[@tomrausch7014]

The 2x4’s for the pull bar when the tractor is being pulled backward reminds me of the fins on a 57 Chev.

[@Blessings.429]

Good morning guys, Al this is huge your chickens are going to love it..💖🇦🇺 Could you not put it in next to the brooder and see how many gravitate automatically into the CS.

[@sylviabutler4809]

I figure that is how Al is going to transfer them safely. Close up the auto door to the chicken coop and they have to choose the new chickshaw. Then he can move the netting after they are in, or move the coop to where he wants it for the next meat birds chicks.

[@shrikishorjadhav4359]

Hi, I really wana admit one thing here, am big fan of yours. The very first video I watched was a goat travelling through ✈,it was really amazing, how is that possible? A,then I came to know you and weed em and reep,. Since then only am following both of your channels and You both are really doing great. And am really eager to see Hopes childrens to grow on your pasture. Hope is really doing great, she is too good. Am really coming to watch her daily. Hope you understand what am saying, again there is hope.

[@joanneganon7157]

Mornin Al and Gina, nicely done, I like the additions! JO JO IN VT 💕😄

[@twilacarson2308]

Dear Lumnah Acres, don't waste your spinach just b'c it bolted. This is a good thing. If you can set a space for growing wild spinach and you will have early spinach weeks before you plant. My grandmother had it growing thru the snow by the creek and it was the best I have ever had. First thing we ate out of the garden besides winter onions was bolted spinach. You can gather the seeds from them too and never have to buy again.

[@rachelm7525]

That's what I like to hear- no waste! Did you know, by the way, that you can eat carrot-tops? They're full of vitamin C. Just use sparingly, sprinkle finely, like a herb. 🙂

[@bascia3125]

I agree no waste, when you can avoid it. Grandparents always saved some veggies to dry out for the seeds! Or got seeds from friends, it's amazing what you can do, and not spend money!

[@theresevanderwalker6932]

Thanks, i was just about to waste my bolted spinach. I will try your method. 🥦

[@margaretpatton4806]

We have lost hens and a rooster to skunks trying to get to get to the eggs and opossums have just gotten in and killed chickens by pulling their heads off and only carrying off one to eat. The worse was when I had to pick up about half our half grown chickens and their heads. We finally got that one as it was coming out of a small gap under the door. So you're very smart to look for ANY small gap.

[@Zeke-yv3nw]

On a sunny day a satellite from outerspace will be able to see that chick shaw! Looks great guys!