Anne Hinman

Anne Hinman

Meet Anne! A California native turned Wyoming local, Anne blends a love for the land with a deep curiosity for all things chicken keeping. What started as a backyard flock of a few hens has grown into a lively coop of chickens and ducks, plus a garden that keeps her busy most weekends. With a background in marketing and a passion for the homesteading lifestyle, she’s always learning something new—and loves sharing tips, lessons, and laughs from her own backyard to help others feel more confident on their chicken-keeping journey.

Our Chicken Coops: Find the Best Fit for Your Flock

Our Chicken Coops: Find the Best Fit for Your Flock

Chicken Coops

Top Gifts for Chicken Lovers 2026

Top Gifts for Chicken Lovers 2026

Health and Seasonal Issues

Do Chickens Lay Eggs in the Winter? What to Expect

Do Chickens Lay Eggs in the Winter? What to Expect

Eggs | Health and Seasonal Issues

8 Cold-Hardy Chicken Breeds We Love

8 Cold-Hardy Chicken Breeds We Love

Baby Chicks | Chicken Breeds

Chicken Coop Cleaning Checklist: What to Clean & When

Chicken Coop Cleaning Checklist: What to Clean & When

Chicken Coops | Health and Seasonal Issues

Can Chickens Eat Peaches?

Can Chickens Eat Peaches?

Diet, Feeding and Treats

Grit for Chicks: When to Start and Why It Matters

Grit for Chicks: When to Start and Why It Matters

Free Ranging Chickens in Spring: How to Let Your Flock Roam Safely

Free Ranging Chickens in Spring: How to Let Your Flock Roam Safely

Valentine’s Treats for Chickens

Valentine’s Treats for Chickens

Diet, Feeding and Treats | Lifestyle | Tips

Backyard Eggs vs Store Bought Eggs: Nutrition Compared

Backyard Eggs vs Store Bought Eggs: Nutrition Compared

Eggs

Let’s Talk Egg Shells: Why They’re Too Useful to Toss

Let’s Talk Egg Shells: Why They’re Too Useful to Toss

Eggs

Chicken Keeping Mistakes to Leave in 2025

Chicken Keeping Mistakes to Leave in 2025

Thanksgiving Leftovers for Chickens: Do's and Don'ts

Thanksgiving Leftovers for Chickens: Do's and Don'ts

Health and Seasonal Issues

Heated Chicken Waterer: Keep Your Flock Hydrated All Winter Long

Heated Chicken Waterer: Keep Your Flock Hydrated All Winter Long

Chicken Care | Health and Seasonal Issues

Pumpkin Carving with Chickens: The Fall Activity You Didn’t Know You Needed

Pumpkin Carving with Chickens: The Fall Activity You Didn’t Know You Needed

Health and Seasonal Issues | Features

Meet Binoo: The Silkie Rooster Bringing Joy Around the World

Meet Binoo: The Silkie Rooster Bringing Joy Around the World

Chicken Coops | Features

Incubator vs Broody Hen: Which Is Best for Hatching Eggs?

Incubator vs Broody Hen: Which Is Best for Hatching Eggs?

Baby Chicks | Tips

Raising Chickens in Cold Climates: A Complete Guide

Raising Chickens in Cold Climates: A Complete Guide

Chicken Care | Lifestyle

Minimizing Heat Stress for Chickens

Minimizing Heat Stress for Chickens

Behavior | Health and Seasonal Issues | Lifestyle

Egg Yolk Color: Why Backyard Eggs Look Different

Egg Yolk Color: Why Backyard Eggs Look Different

Eggs | Health and Seasonal Issues | Tips

DIY Your Coop: Paint & Stain Inspiration from our customers

DIY Your Coop: Paint & Stain Inspiration from our customers

Lifestyle | Tips

Backyard Projects With Chickens

Backyard Projects With Chickens

Lifestyle | Tips

Things I Wish I Knew Before Getting Chickens

Things I Wish I Knew Before Getting Chickens

Chicken Care | Eggs | Lifestyle | Tips

Mother's Day Gifts for Chicken Lovers (2026 Guide)

Mother's Day Gifts for Chicken Lovers (2026 Guide)

Features | Lifestyle

The Best (and Worst) Treats for Chickens

The Best (and Worst) Treats for Chickens

Diet, Feeding and Treats | Lifestyle | Tips

Benefits of Backyard Chickens, Beyond The Eggs

Benefits of Backyard Chickens, Beyond The Eggs

Chicken Care | Lifestyle

Backyard Chicken Myths That You Shouldn't Believe

Backyard Chicken Myths That You Shouldn't Believe

Chicken Care | Lifestyle | Tips

Top 5 Meat Birds for Your Homestead or Backyard Flock

Top 5 Meat Birds for Your Homestead or Backyard Flock

Health and Seasonal Issues | Features | Lifestyle | Tips

Top 5 Best Egg Laying Chicken Breeds for Backyard Flocks

Top 5 Best Egg Laying Chicken Breeds for Backyard Flocks

Eggs | Chicken Breeds

A Backyard Chicken Keeper’s Guide to Fly Control

A Backyard Chicken Keeper’s Guide to Fly Control

Chicken Care | Tips

Introducing Chicks to Your Flock: A Guide for a Smooth Integration

Introducing Chicks to Your Flock: A Guide for a Smooth Integration

Baby Chicks | Behavior | Chicken Care | Tips

First Time Chicken Nerves (That Are Totally Normal)

First Time Chicken Nerves (That Are Totally Normal)

Baby Chicks | Lifestyle | Tips

A Smarter Way to Start as a First-Time Chicken Owner

A Smarter Way to Start as a First-Time Chicken Owner

Chicken Care | Chicken Coops | Lifestyle | Tips

Best Herbs and Flowers to Grow for Chickens (and Which to Avoid)

Best Herbs and Flowers to Grow for Chickens (and Which to Avoid)

Chicken Care | Chicken Coops | Diet, Feeding and Treats | Health and Seasonal Issues | Lifestyle | Tips

Chicken Coop Accessories That Actually Make Life Easier

Chicken Coop Accessories That Actually Make Life Easier

Lifestyle | Tips

how often to clean chicken coop

How Often to Clean Chicken Coop (And the Right Way to Do It)

Lifestyle | Tips