Backyard Chickens

Ready to start your own backyard flock? Join our fun and informative class on keeping backyard chickens! Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your poultry skills, this class covers everything you need to know.

During this class, we will cover:

• Advantages and Disadvantages of Raising Chickens
• Zoning & Laws
• Housing & Feed
• Should I have a Rooster?
• Waste Management
• Daily Maintenance 
• Flock regeneration- incubation/mail order chicks/broody hens
• Disease/Pest Management
• Info on other chicken-like animals (Turkeys, Ducks, Meat Chickens)

There will be a Q & A following the presentation where the instructor can address any specific questions you may have. 

Instructor: Rick Cooper

Program Notes:

This class will take place at the Hellem Township Municipal Building.

All programs are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances including inclement weather. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the program for any changes or cancellations. You can review our current Cancellation and Refund Policy here.