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Bob Davis' Chicken Keeping 101 classes will be held June 2, June 3 and June 4 in Raleigh. Continue reading »
The Cameron Village Library in Raleigh is holding Made From Scratch: The Chicken In Art, their first chicken-themed art show (that we know of!) Artists in all mediums are encouraged to submit their chicken-inspired work to the show. Professional and amateur poultry-inspired artists are welcome to apply. The library will display the selected works during the month of May. Works will be accepted for consideration... Continue reading »
Do you ever wonder what predators may be lurking around your coop after dark? The NC Museum of Natural Sciences and NCSU's Wildlife Program want to help you find out. As part of the Great Chicken Coop Stake Out they will be placing camera traps at volunteer coops around the Raleigh area to capture images of the predators. You can help the museum and NCSU... Continue reading »
The Cock-A-Doodle-Doo COCK-Tail Party, set for April 29, 2012, kicks off for the 2012 Tour D'Coop. Purchase tickets online. Continue reading »
In the city of Raleigh there are many 'secret' coops tucked away in back yards. Pickets, cedar planks and privet hedges can hide many things from the view of the street. The residents enjoy their garden hens for companionship, insect control or the fabulous compost but even neighbors may not know that there are birds behind the gate. For those of us who have back... Continue reading »
We are now accepting applications from Raleigh chicken owners who wish to be a stop on the 2012 Tour D'Coop on May 19. Homes within the entire City of Raleigh will be considered for inclusion this year. Applications are due no later than February 18. Please fill out the online application and include 3 digital photographs of your coop. Stay tuned for more information about... Continue reading »
WHEN: Saturday, October 29, 2011, 10:00 a.m. OR Sunday, October 30, 2011, 2:00 p.m. WHERE: Room 159, Kilgore Hall, NC State University COST: A fee of $5 per person will be requested. (No pre-registration required.) This presentation by long-time chicken-keeper Bob Davis will confirm that keeping backyard chickens is both desirable and attainable. Chickens produce eggs, make wonderful pets, and provide an earth connection for... Continue reading »
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