Chickens have a lot to give if you get started on the right foot. This class will go through the basics of responsible chicken keeping from coop considerations to equipment necessities with a focus on making chicken keeping easier to ensure a greater chance of success. The objective of the class is to teach potential chicken keepers the realities of keeping chickens and dispel any myths related to the practice, as well as creating excitement around the opportunity to raise food in your own backyard; food that is more nutritious and better for the planet.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: Travis Robinson has kept chickens in his backyard for at least 10 years. He is interested in using chicken-keeping to increase access to food at a hyper-local level and in developing our “egg-shed” (not altogether different from a “watershed) to build a resilient community. He is also interested in how chickens can help build healthy soil and compost food waste. He consults with current and future chicken-keepers on best practices and presents at fairs and festivals whenever he has the opportunity. Passing along his chicken knowledge is a passion.
Tickets are free, but required. You can reserve yours here.
