Raising Chickens in your Backyard

Curious about raising chickens in your backyard? Or maybe you already have chickens and need a few tips and pointers!
We are thrilled to welcome back Becky Johnson, chicken advocate and experienced chicken-owner, as she discusses the pros and cons of raising your own backyard chickens. We will cover issues including local chicken ordinances, choosing a good backyard breed, proper care and basic requirements, and much more.

After the indoor talk, we will adventure outdoors to see practical examples of chicken raising on the farm as we tour the coop, discover how to hold a chicken, and learn about the different breeds of chickens at Gorman Heritage Farm!

Becky has owned chickens in Wyoming, Ohio for many years and has taught “Chickens in Your Backyard” at Gorman Heritage Farm for over a decade. She loves sharing her knowledge about chickens and would call herself a “backyard chicken advocate.” In her spare time, she teaches public history at Xavier University.