How-To Monday: Successfully Ventilate the Cold Climate Chicken Coop

How-To Monday: Successfully Ventilate the Cold Climate Chicken Coop

Being that we’re in the heart of winter, it’s likely you’ve come across an article or two pertaining to protecting your flock against the elements or at least on how to keep them comfortable. On my own blog I’ve discussed winter chicken keeping and the best breeds for cold weather climates, and I’m back at […]

The Daily: Our Week of January 19th

The Daily: Our Week of January 19th

“The Daily” is a look at our week here at Yellow Birch Hobby Farm. You can keep up with our photos here and more by “Liking” our Facebook page!   Here is a look at our week of January 19th, 2014:   We’ve had quite the winter here in Northeastern Minnesota, testing the limits and […]

Tragedy on the Homestead: Sharing Our Story {And 3 Important Tips for Prevention}

Tragedy on the Homestead: Sharing Our Story {And 3 Important Tips for Prevention}

Even as I sit down to compose this article, it doesn’t feel real. I still have a numbness about me, still have dreams that this never happened. But it did. On January the 8th, I set out to do my morning chores. Per my routine, I visited both of the duck houses first. All was […]