We Rebuilt Chicken Coop From Scratch 🐔 Katy’s Homestead Chick Inn Revival
Katy brings this Chick Inn chicken coop back to life! Bent frame, missing parts, no problem. Watch how she reuses everything to build a predator-proof broiler coop on the homestead. ...🐔
We didn’t buy new — we rebuilt! 💪 In this DIY homestead project, Katy restores our original Chick Inn chicken coop from over 16 years ago to house 32 broiler chicks. The frame was bent, parts were scattered in the barn, and it hadn’t been used in years... but Katy made it work.
If you're into homesteading, reusing what you’ve got, or raising chickens without breaking the bank, this is the build for you.
She walks you through every step: sorting the old parts, painting the bent metal frame, securing fencing, laying tarp covers, driving ground anchors, and finally—bringing in the baby broilers. 🐥
📌 What you’ll learn in this video:
How to rebuild a chicken coop from an old frame
Predator-proofing tips for mobile coops
Why you don’t always need to buy new to raise broiler chicks
Bedding tips for healthy, happy meat birds
How one woman can do it all 💁♀️ (even dragging metal through a field!)
My Address: 1130 E. Main Street Suite 118 Ashland, OH 44805
0:00 - Introduction: Rebuilding the Chick-Inn Chicken Coop 🐔
Katy kicks off this DIY farm project, rebuilding our original chicken coop to house 32 broiler chicks.
0:27 - Finding Old Frame Parts in the Barn
We dig through the barn to find all the pieces of the old Chick-Inn frame — nothing like a good scavenger hunt!
1:15 - Sorting Pieces for Easy Assembly
Katy sorts all the frame parts into piles so the build can move fast once we start assembling.
1:36 - Rebuilding the Chicken Coop Frame from Scratch
Watch as Katy rebuilds the curved frame by hand — no pallet, no skid steer, just good old-fashioned farm grit.
3:25 - Installing the Predator-Proof Wire Screen
We wrap the lower walls with wire mesh to keep raccoons, foxes, and other pests away from the chicks.
3:56 - Framing the Main Door Opening
Katy double-checks her measurements and gets the main access door lined up for easy chick entry and exit.
5:31 - Tightening Up the Frame the Next Day
After a night of settling, we come back to reinforce the frame and make sure it's perfectly square and tight.
6:56 - Aligning the Tarp Over the Man Door
Katy installs the tarp support tubing around the man door before the big tarp goes on top.
8:16 - Painting the Coop Frame and Wire Fencing
Time to freshen it up! Katy paints the metal frame and fencing with silver aluminum paint to protect from rust.
8:43 - Laying Out the Old Tarp Cover
We unfold and inspect the original Chick-Inn tarp cover, checking for tears and preparing it for installation.
9:35 - Installing the Roof and Side Tarp Covers
With the ladder and some patience, Katy secures the tarp across the roof and sides — this is the weatherproofing layer.
12:11 - Securing the Roll-Up Side Wall
The roll-up wall gets its support tube slid into place, creating a flap that we can raise for airflow.
14:16 - Driving in the Ground Anchors for Security
Katy installs screw-in anchors using a hammer and stake to keep the coop from blowing away in storms.
14:45 - Spreading Straw and Wood Shavings for Bedding
We lay down straw, then top it with soft wood shavings to create a warm, dry, and cozy space for the chicks.
16:35 - Putting the Baby Chicks Into Their New Coop 🐥
The moment we’ve all waited for — meet the chicks! Katy gently moves them into their new Chick-Inn broiler coop.Show More
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We Rebuilt Chicken Coop From Scratch 🐔 Katy’s Homestead Chick Inn Revival
Katy brings this Chick Inn chicken coop back to life! Bent frame, ...
Katy brings this Chick Inn chicken coop back to life! Bent frame, missing parts, no problem. Watch how she reuses everything to build a predator-proof broiler coop on the homestead. ...🐔
We didn’t buy new — we rebuilt! 💪 In this DIY homestead project, Katy restores our original Chick Inn chicken coop from over 16 years ago to house 32 broiler chicks. The frame was bent, parts were scattered in the barn, and it hadn’t been used in years... but Katy made it work.
If you're into homesteading, reusing what you’ve got, or raising chickens without breaking the bank, this is the build for you.
She walks you through every step: sorting the old parts, painting the bent metal frame, securing fencing, laying tarp covers, driving ground anchors, and finally—bringing in the baby broilers. 🐥
📌 What you’ll learn in this video:
How to rebuild a chicken coop from an old frame
Predator-proofing tips for mobile coops
Why you don’t always need to buy new to raise broiler chicks
Bedding tips for healthy, happy meat birds
How one woman can do it all 💁♀️ (even dragging metal through a field!)
My Address: 1130 E. Main Street Suite 118 Ashland, OH 44805
0:00 - Introduction: Rebuilding the Chick-Inn Chicken Coop 🐔
Katy kicks off this DIY farm project, rebuilding our original chicken coop to house 32 broiler chicks.
0:27 - Finding Old Frame Parts in the Barn
We dig through the barn to find all the pieces of the old Chick-Inn frame — nothing like a good scavenger hunt!
1:15 - Sorting Pieces for Easy Assembly
Katy sorts all the frame parts into piles so the build can move fast once we start assembling.
1:36 - Rebuilding the Chicken Coop Frame from Scratch
Watch as Katy rebuilds the curved frame by hand — no pallet, no skid steer, just good old-fashioned farm grit.
3:25 - Installing the Predator-Proof Wire Screen
We wrap the lower walls with wire mesh to keep raccoons, foxes, and other pests away from the chicks.
3:56 - Framing the Main Door Opening
Katy double-checks her measurements and gets the main access door lined up for easy chick entry and exit.
5:31 - Tightening Up the Frame the Next Day
After a night of settling, we come back to reinforce the frame and make sure it's perfectly square and tight.
6:56 - Aligning the Tarp Over the Man Door
Katy installs the tarp support tubing around the man door before the big tarp goes on top.
8:16 - Painting the Coop Frame and Wire Fencing
Time to freshen it up! Katy paints the metal frame and fencing with silver aluminum paint to protect from rust.
8:43 - Laying Out the Old Tarp Cover
We unfold and inspect the original Chick-Inn tarp cover, checking for tears and preparing it for installation.
9:35 - Installing the Roof and Side Tarp Covers
With the ladder and some patience, Katy secures the tarp across the roof and sides — this is the weatherproofing layer.
12:11 - Securing the Roll-Up Side Wall
The roll-up wall gets its support tube slid into place, creating a flap that we can raise for airflow.
14:16 - Driving in the Ground Anchors for Security
Katy installs screw-in anchors using a hammer and stake to keep the coop from blowing away in storms.
14:45 - Spreading Straw and Wood Shavings for Bedding
We lay down straw, then top it with soft wood shavings to create a warm, dry, and cozy space for the chicks.
16:35 - Putting the Baby Chicks Into Their New Coop 🐥
The moment we’ve all waited for — meet the chicks! Katy gently moves them into their new Chick-Inn broiler coop.Show More
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Hudson Farmers Market 2025 🌱 Fresh Produce & Farm Recipes
Come visit Bradwood Farm at the Hudson Farmers Market 2025! 🌱 We’re ...
Come visit Bradwood Farm at the Hudson Farmers Market 2025! 🌱 We’re bringing farm fresh produce — English cucumbers, green beans, peppers, and seasonal vegetables. Support local farmers and enjoy ...fresh farm to table recipes every week. 🍅🥒
Katy from Bradwood Farm is here at the Hudson Ohio Farmers Market sharing what’s fresh today. Whether you love farmers market shopping, cooking with fresh produce, or discovering new farm recipes, our stand has something for you.
🥕 Today’s harvest includes:
– Crisp English cucumbers 🥒
– Tender green beans 🌱
– Sweet peppers 🌶️
– Seasonal vegetables from Bradwood Farm
- Fresh picked lettuce and Asian greens
My Address: 1130 E. Main Street Suite 118 Ashland, OH 44805
0:00 Fresh Produce at Hudson Farmers Market 2025
0:08 Bradwood Farm English Cucumbers 🥒
0:15 Green Beans at the Farmers Market 🌱
0:22 Sweet Peppers and Seasonal Vegetables 🌶️
0:30 Support Local Farmers in Hudson Ohio 🌿
0:38 Farm to Table Recipes from Bradwood Farm 🍳
0:45 Visit Us at Hudson Farmers Market Today! 🥕Show More
#HydroponicEggplant #EggplantPruning #HydroponicGardening Learn how to ...
#HydroponicEggplant #EggplantPruning #HydroponicGardening
Learn how to grow hydroponic eggplant with pollination and pruning tips! Katy shows how to use an electric toothbrush for eggplant pollination, prune suckers for maximum yield, ...and harvest fresh cucumbers for Hudson Farmers Market.
Hydroponic eggplants thrive when trained to 3–4 leaders, suckers removed, and flowers pollinated with a simple electric toothbrush. In this video Katy demonstrates pollination, pruning, trellising, and nutrient tips for maximum yield—perfect for greenhouse or high tunnel growers.
🌱 Learn:
How to pollinate eggplant flowers with a toothbrush
Why pruning suckers boosts fruit set
Ideal pH, EC, and temperature for hydroponic eggplant
Harvesting cucumbers + bringing produce to Hudson Farmers Market
👉 Don’t miss this week’s farm-fresh produce at Bradwood Farm’s booth at the Hudson Farmers Market!
My Address: 1130 E. Main Street Suite 118 Ashland, OH 44805
📖 Chapter Descriptions
0:00 Introduction | Harvest + Hydroponic Eggplant Tips
Katy kicks off with a quick harvest run and previews her favorite greenhouse project: hydroponic eggplants.
0:08 Picking English Cucumbers for Hudson Farmers Market
See how we harvest fresh, crisp English cucumbers that we’ll bring to Hudson Farmers Market this week.
0:44 Showing Off Healthy Hydroponic Eggplants
Katy shows the lush growth, flowers, and fruit set on our hydroponic eggplants in the greenhouse.
0:54 The Secret for Eggplant Success in Hydroponics
Discover why pollination and pruning are the keys to producing big, beautiful hydroponic eggplants.
1:03 Eggplant Tricks: Pollination & Pruning Explained
Learn how Katy uses an electric toothbrush to pollinate flowers and prune for better airflow and fruit set.
1:23 How to Train Hydroponic Eggplants (3–4 Leaders)
See how training eggplants to three or four main stems helps maximize yield and keeps plants manageable.
1:41 Removing Eggplant Suckers for Bigger Harvests
Katy demonstrates removing suckers from eggplants so energy goes to fruit production, not excess foliage.
2:14 Hydroponic Numbers You Need: pH & EC Tips
Dial in your hydroponic system with the right pH and EC levels for strong eggplant growth and fruiting.
3:35 Ideal Temperature & Growing Conditions for Eggplant
We share the best greenhouse temperature ranges to keep eggplants thriving and prevent blossom drop.
4:30 Troubleshooting Blossom Drop & Flower Issues
Tips for solving common eggplant flower problems caused by stress, pollination, or environmental shifts.
5:00 Harvesting Hydroponic Eggplants (Glossy & Firm)
Katy shows when eggplants are ready to harvest for best flavor and texture in your kitchen.
5:20 Wrapping Up + See You at Hudson Farmers Market
Closing thoughts, basket shots, and an invite to find us at Hudson Farmers Market this Saturday.Show More
Keeping your greenhouse cool starts with clean wet wall pads! In this ...
Keeping your greenhouse cool starts with clean wet wall pads! In this video Katy shows how we pressure wash, flush, and maintain our cooling system using the Patoolio 4200 PSI ...power washer.”
“Over time, calcium, dirt, and grime build up on greenhouse wet wall pads, reducing airflow and cooling efficiency. Katy demonstrates how to deep clean the pads with a high-pressure washer, then flush the sump pump and gathering pipe to restore full performance.
This greenhouse maintenance routine is essential a few times each year to protect your plants and keep your cooling system running at 100%. The Patoolio 4200 PSI Electric Power Washer makes the job easier, blasting through tough buildup and leaving the pads looking brand new.
Whether you’re a home gardener, commercial grower, or just looking for greenhouse hacks, this tutorial shows the step-by-step process to keep your system in top shape.
✅ Watch to the end for our results and final thoughts on how the Patoolio pressure washer handled this project!
👉 If you enjoyed this video, please like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss more greenhouse tips, product reviews, and homestead projects from Homegrown Passion.”
My Address: 1130 E. Main Street Suite 118 Ashland, OH 44805
0:00 Introduction
Welcome to Homegrown Passion! Today Katy shows how to clean and maintain greenhouse wet wall pads using the Patoolio 4200 PSI electric pressure washer.
0:21 Pressure Washer Unboxing
Unboxing the Patoolio 4200 PSI pressure washer — what comes in the box and first impressions before tackling the greenhouse wet wall.
0:54 Assembling the Pressure Washer
Step-by-step: connecting the hose, wand, and parts of the Patoolio power washer to get it ready for greenhouse cleaning.
2:25 Washing Greenhouse Wet Wall Pads
First pass with the pressure washer — watch the dirt, calcium, and grime blast off the greenhouse cooling pads instantly.
3:18 Deep Cleaning the Wet Wall
Multiple angles of Katy power washing the wet wall pads, showing the dramatic before-and-after cleaning results.
5:15 Pressure Washing the Concrete Floor
Using the Patoolio washer to clean the greenhouse concrete pad — removing algae, dirt, and buildup around the cooling system.
5:54 Weeks Later: Pipe Cleaning Needed
Follow-up maintenance: after pressure washing the pads, dirt and calcium collected in the system’s gathering pipe.
6:00 Cleaning the Greenhouse Pipe
Removing buildup from the bottom water collection pipe to restore greenhouse cooling efficiency.
6:35 Inspecting Wet Wall Pads
Taking off wet wall pad panels for inspection — checking for calcium buildup and ensuring airflow stays strong.
7:28 Flushing Pipe with Garden Hose
Running a hose through the collection pipe to flush grime back into the sump pump and out the discharge line.Show More
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Fresh Strawberries 🍓 Harvest for Hudson Farmers Market
Join Katy for a fresh strawberry harvest at Bradwood Farm! These sweet ...
Join Katy for a fresh strawberry harvest at Bradwood Farm! These sweet strawberries are hand-picked for the Hudson Farmers Market, fresh from our greenhouse to your table. 🍓
See why local ...produce tastes better — greenhouse-grown, vine-ripened, and harvested at their peak. Follow Homegrown Passion for more farmers market harvests, greenhouse tips, and farm-to-table recipes.
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Katy Torches Weeds Around the Pool! 🔥 Satisfying Weed Control Hack
Katy takes on the weeds around our pool with a propane torch! 🔥 Watch ...
Katy takes on the weeds around our pool with a propane torch! 🔥 Watch this satisfying and effective way to clear weeds fast without chemicals. Perfect for homesteads, farms, and ...backyard pools!
Join us in Ohio’s breathtaking Hocking Hills for a homestead getaway ...
Join us in Ohio’s breathtaking Hocking Hills for a homestead getaway filled with hiking trails, e-bike rides, a cozy lodge stay, zip lining, and nature escapes. 🌲 This trip is ...part of our “Nature Heals” series — where farm life meets adventure.
From stunning state park trails to relaxing lodge amenities, cocktails, and an unforgettable zip line experience, we show why Hocking Hills is the perfect place to recharge.
✨ What you’ll see in this video:
Hiking Ohio’s iconic Hocking Hills trails
Staying at the Hocking Hills State Park Lodge
Riding e-bikes through nature
Zip lining and adventure activities
Relaxing by the lodge, cocktails & dining
🌱 More from our homestead life:
👉 Hydroponic Spinach Success in Summer
👉 Hydroponic Melon Trellis Build
💚 Whether you’re growing food or growing a family, remember: you grow best when you’re well rested.
My Address: 1130 E. Main Street Suite 118 Ashland, OH 44805
📌 What’s in this video:
0:00 Arrival at Hocking Hills Lodge
0:12 Rainy Day Arrival 🌧️
0:19 Lodge Lobby Tour
0:43 Room Check-In & Lodge Pillow Tradition
1:03 Balcony View of Pool & Forest
1:22 Relaxing in the Room
1:37 Thunderstorm & Cozy Fire Pit
2:13 Hiking to Whispering Cave
2:34 Waterfall Magic 🌊
3:09 Hiking Back at Dusk
3:26 Exploring the Lodge Decks & Skylights
4:13 Cocktails & Dinner (Sushi + Dry Ice)
4:29 Morning Coffee on Balcony ☕
5:49 Hot Tub Morning
5:58 Patio & Overlook Views
6:28 Lunch & Antique Shops
6:48 Moonrise & Evening Fog 🌙
7:03 Sunrise & Departure
8:03 44-Mile Bike Ride 🚴♀️
9:00 Outro – Nature HealsShow More
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Garlic Harvest with a Mini Excavator 🚜 | Fast & Easy Farm Hack!
We’re harvesting garlic the fast way — using our Bobcat 334 mini ...
We’re harvesting garlic the fast way — using our Bobcat 334 mini excavator! 🚜 🔥See how we pop bulbs out in seconds, get them drying, and share tips for storing ...your fresh garlic harvest.
Forget the shovel — we’re pulling garlic in seconds with a Bobcat 334 mini excavator 🚜
In this quick farm video, we show you how to speed up your garlic harvest using heavy equipment. Instead of hours with a shovel, our Bobcat 334 mini excavator makes it fun and efficient. We walk through:
How to loosen soil without damaging garlic bulbs
Why timing matters for garlic harvests
Perfect for small farms, homesteads, and gardeners looking to save time.
My Address: 1130 E. Main Street Suite 118 Ashland, OH 44805
0:00 🚜 Intro – Harvesting Garlic the Fast Way
0:13 🌱 Our Garlic Growing Journey This Season
0:27 💥 Digging Out Garlic Bulbs with a Mini Excavator
1:08 🌾 Plans for Next Year’s Garlic in Raised Beds
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Melon Support Bags That Save Your Crop! 🍈
Stop losing melons on trellises! These melon support bags act as a ...
Stop losing melons on trellises! These melon support bags act as a reusable hammock sling for heavy fruit—ideal for watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, and cucumbers.
Protect your melons from vine breakage ...with these Watermelon Nets! In this video, I show you how to use them on a hydroponic trellis system to support cantaloupe, honeydew, cucumbers, squash, and more. The breathable mesh design allows airflow while keeping fruit securely supported, reducing stress on the vine and preventing premature drop. Perfect for vertical gardening and hydroponic growers looking for a simple, affordable solution.
My Address: 1130 E. Main Street Suite 118 Ashland, OH 44805
0:00 Intro: How to Support Melons on a Trellis
Learn why melon support bags are essential for vertical gardening and how they protect heavy fruit like watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew from vine breakage.
0:05 Melon Support Bags from Amazon
See the 100-pack reusable melon hammock bags from Amazon and why they’re perfect for hydroponic and trellis gardening setups.
0:29 Mesh Bag Features & Adjustable Tie Supports
Close look at the breathable mesh, drawstring ties, and reusable design that make these melon nets ideal for supporting heavy fruit.
0:42 How to Put a Support Bag on a Cantaloupe
Step-by-step demonstration of how to slide a cantaloupe into the bag and secure it to the trellis for safe, vertical growing.
1:32 Supporting Honeydew with Melon Hammock Bags
Watch how I use the same melon support bags to cradle honeydew melons, keeping them safe and supported until harvest.Show More
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How to Grow Spinach in Extreme Summer | My Proven Hydroponic Method
Yes, you CAN grow spinach in Extreme summer—even when it’s over 90°F! ...
Yes, you CAN grow spinach in Extreme summer—even when it’s over 90°F! In this video, Katy reveals our proven hydroponic method to grow and harvest spinach despite the heat.
🌱 Whether ...you're dealing with bolting, heat stress, or poor germination—this system solves it. Here's how:
🔥 50% shade cloth over NFT channels
💨 Strategic greenhouse cooling using the wet wall
💦 Secret sprouting method with hydrogen peroxide
🌱 Oasis cube transplant + nursery tray tips
💧 Cut-and-come-again harvesting method
❌ How to stop bolting in hot weather
🛒 Selling fresh spinach at the farmers market for serious profit
➡️ Perfect for market farmers, greenhouse growers & backyard hydroponic setups
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00:00 How I Grow Spinach in 90°F Heat (Intro)
00:39 Why Greenhouse Location Matters
01:04 Shoutout: Fenster Farm’s Spinach Inspiration
01:22 My Secret Sprouting Method Revealed
04:32 Germination Success in Summer Conditions
05:22 Growing Strong in the Nursery Channels
05:59 Planting Spinach into NFT Channels
06:23 Harvesting Spinach the Smart Way
07:27 What Bolting Looks Like (And How to Avoid It)
07:46 Selling Out at the Farmers Market
08:02 Upgraded Shade Cloth for Summer Cooling
08:34 Now You Know the Secret to Summer Spinach!Show More
In this mid-summer garden check-in, we cover updates on our melons, ...
In this mid-summer garden check-in, we cover updates on our melons, strawberries, and tomatoes — from trellising and heat stress to ripe fruit and market prep! 🍈🍓🍅
Katy shares how our ...hydroponic melons are climbing strong, what challenges we’re facing with strawberries in this heat, and how our paste tomatoes are thriving this season. Whether you're into greenhouse growing, hydroponics, or raised bed gardening, this quick update is packed with helpful insights.
👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly gardening tips, hydroponic tricks, and behind-the-scenes content from our farm to your screen. New videos every Sunday & Thursday!
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Strawberry Rescue, 25¢ Tomatoes & Green Bean Reset–3 Garden Projects in One!
In this 3-segment garden update, we’re tackling strawberry fungus ...
In this 3-segment garden update, we’re tackling strawberry fungus gnats, planting 25-cent paste tomatoes, and resetting our green bean hydroponic BATO buckets. It’s been a wild week in the greenhouse ...— pests, planting, and prep for the next harvest!
🍓 Segment 1: Strawberry Trouble
I share how heat stress and fungus gnats affected our hydroponic strawberries — and how I used insecticidal soap and dry perlite top-dressing to fight back.
🍅 Segment 2: Paste Tomatoes for Just 25¢
A surprise greenhouse find: paste tomatoes for a quarter! I walk you through how I'm transplanting and trellising these bargain beauties.
🫘 Segment 3: Green Bean Reset
I'm scrubbing and resetting our hydroponic BATO buckets for a fresh green bean cycle, with new perlite, nutrient lines, and planting eggplants at the row ends too!
Whether you're a hydroponic grower, backyard gardener, or just love watching Me in action — this episode has it all: pests, planting, and plenty of FUN.
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