The Chooks Debutante

Albeit far from a cotillion ball – I’d like to introduce you to these beginner hens, complete with their official God-given names. Thank you to all who submitted and voted! The results are final and there is something for everyone – strong women of history, sports heroines, performing arts and foodie shout out. Lady # […]

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New Diggs – Chicks are getting older!

First. Thing. – Last. Day. to vote for the chick names over at Sweet Sixteen. Second – chicks grow fast. Hence they need an upgraded abode. Original Brooder Set Up A bit different than the more traditional set up Made with items we had lying around house Safety first! Essentials Used a clear tote, with […]

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Sweet Sixteen is Here – Peepstakes Madness

Peepstakes Madness – we are down to the Sweet Sixteen Name Peepstakes (ok, more like two dozen, but they were so gooood!!)  on the road to the Final Four (names) next week.  Be sure to vote, get your friends to vote and share share! There is a poll for EACH of the four hens…  Big […]

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Chicks on this Vernal Equinox Eve

Here are some snap shots for the girls photo shoot today, this fifth day of life and Vernal Equinox Eve. Don’t forget to pop on over to the Peepstakes! She thought it needed one more polka spot… When I grow up … OR It is so magnificent – Art Museum Chick The Chicks Weigh-In Two […]

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Name these Chicks – A Peepstakes

The Beacon Hill Farm is now home to four new chicks. You know, lose one gain FOUR! The math gets better every time. Who are these new ladies?? Chick #1 – Blue Silkie Chick # 2 – Golden Laced Wyandotte Chick # 3 – Black Copper Maran Chick # 4 – Barred Rock We need […]

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The Beacon Hill Farm

Who we are? Farmers M and H McTruong – East meets West to make our own style. We are weights and yoga, Pinterest and ESPN, soy and nonfat, Superbowl and Puppybowl. We are flip flops, puffy vests, dining out, eating in, George Strait, Snoop Dogg and jammies all Sunday. Our farm: modest urban with big […]

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