Hayseed’s DIY Workshops: Backyard Livestock 101 Sun May 27,
10am, $30 Chickens are a great way to manage insect populations
in your garden, fertilize soil and turn a compost pile… all
while giving you the best eggs you’ve ever had. Rabbits help to
turn vegetable scraps into great fertilizer and also make a high
quality lean meat that has been enjoyed by people worldwide for
ages. If their meat isn't of interest, they also make fabulous
pets. In this class, learn all about the anatomy and behavior of
chickens, nutrition, housing, and proper handling of chicks and
adults! You'll also learn about rabbit care, different types of
housing, handling and harvesting techniques. There will not be
any live slaughtering demos, sorry! Students will leave with a
choice of either a copy of Storey’s Guide to Raising Chickens or
Storey's Guide ro Raising Rabbits so that they can get started
on their own backyard flock or colony.