This 2-hour workshop in my backyard will cover the basics of what you need to know to have your own small flock of laying hens. You'll learn everything from feeding, to … more
I'll be at the glorious Tower Hill Botanic Garden for their Family Fun Harvest Day, to do a storytime - ably assisted by a hen! Come for the program, but … more
Keeping chickens in your backyard and having a beautiful lawn and garden are not mutually exclusive! Done right, the flock will not only add fresh eggs to your table, but … more
If you're getting chicks this spring, this talk will tell you what you need to know to take good care of them so that the little ones will grow into … more
I'll be talking about Getting Started With Chickens at New England Nurseries. New England Nurseries is a local garden center that I rely on for seeds (what a selection!) and … more
Who's in the Henhouse - Raising Chickens: an introductory slideshow and discussion on what you need to know to get started with your own backyard flock of laying hens. Sign … more
I'll be at the Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary for a program based on my book, The Farmstead Egg Guide and Cookbook. I'll go over the pros and cons of backyard chicken … more
I'll be doing two programs at the Merrimac Public Library. At 3 pm I'll do a short talk for adults about chicken keeping and why backyard eggs are so delicious. … more
This 2-hour workshop in my backyard will cover the basics of what you need to know to have your own small flock of laying hens. You'll learn everything from feeding, to … more
Come for a casual chat on the porch at the Complete Equestrian Saddlery, in Bedford, Massachusetts. I'll get the discussion going, talking about horse ethology (the study of animal behavior in … more
How do you reward a horse? Have you heard the terms “positive reinforcement,” “clicker training,” “pressure and release,” and “natural horsemanship?” What about “respect,” “dominance,” “compliant” and “cooperative?” They’re not the … more
I'll be talking about how to care for your flock in the winter at the Chelmsford, MA Agway on Nov. 7 at 11 am. This seminar is free!
Want to pet a real hen and hear a good story? Families are invited to a special Chicken Storytime at Community Nursery School in Lexington where kids can pet a real … more