In this episode, Mary chats with Nikki from Purely Chickens about backyard chickens, homesteading, raising kids around animals, and how a pandemic-era chicken coop video turned into a thriving business and more than a million social media followers.

Nikki shares her journey from kindergarten teacher to chicken expert, her experience raising multiple flocks, and what she has learned about caring for chickens through the seasons. They also talk about winter chicken care, deep bedding, keeping chickens comfortable in cold weather, and the realities of caring for goats, geese, and other animals.

Mary and Nikki also discuss the importance of helping children connect with gardens, farms, animals, and the food they eat. Nikki shares how her own children help with the chickens, garden, and family food projects.

Plus, Nikki talks about her books, including Chicken Keeping Pure and Simple and her upcoming book, A Healthy Home Flock.

And of course, there is plenty of chicken talk, a few stories about ducks and geese, and some good laughs along the way!

Find Nikki and Purely Chickens on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

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This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company.

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