The older I get the more I appreciate nature, farming, gardening and sustainable foods. My hubby and I have participated in community gardens for many years. We enjoy growing and harvesting fresh vegetables.
This year we are stepping up our effort. A new ordinance was passed a few weeks ago that allows residents in the city to raise hens. There is a lot of work to get the permit approved. I will need written permission from my neighbors (I’m not thrilled about this, after all its MY property) and build a coop that meets specific code standards.
I’ve been doing a lot of research and networking with the local group Cream City Hens. I still have a lot to learn but I’m SO excited. Building the coop and raising the baby chicks is next on the agenda.
Earlier this week, I called a few friends to share my good news. Unfortunately, they were not at all excited. In fact, one friend even suggested that I leave animals and farming to people that actually live on farms; hens are not for city dwellers.
Nevertheless, I’m moving forward with raising hens; my chicken fever is here to stay.
Tell me what you think about urban farming and raising hens?
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