It’s getting chilly here, and I’ve noticed my chickens huddling in the coop on colder days

It’s getting chilly here, and I’ve noticed my chickens huddling in the coop on colder days. Some of my girls molted later this season, so a few still have some featherless patches. 🥶

In the past, I’ve left the run open during the winter. Here in North Carolina, our winters are pretty mild—nothing like the harsh northern climate I grew up with!

I’ve thought about wrapping the run in plastic tarps before, but I hated how wasteful it was to throw it out. The plastic sheeting just doesn’t last. Then I came across Gina’s post about using roofing panels to winterize her run. If you’ve ever asked me about winterizing, her reel is the one I’ve shared with you!

This method is a game-changer. The panels are reusable year after year, will be easy to clean in the spring, and they’re much more insulating than plastic sheeting. Plus, no more wasteful tarps! 👌🏽

These panels provide a greenhouse effect in the run, helping trap warmth from the sun while keeping out the cold wind, snow and rain. I made sure to leave ventilation areas, though, because a completely enclosed run can lead to moisture buildup, which is no good for their health.

I’m so excited to give my chickens a cozy, protected space to hang out this season!

👉🏼 Thinking of trying this too? Comment “WINTER COOP” and I’ll send you the tutorial with all the links! ❄️🏠🐓

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