Welcome to our Roost
Part homestead, part chicken village, plenty of sawdust in between.
Welcome to Roots, Roost & Rafter. This place usually gets moving before the coffee is even started. Things aren’t polished and it’s certainly not quiet!
I stay busy on purpose and there are usually a few projects happening at once – something being fixed, something being built, something being moved again because the first spot didn’t work. It rarely feels like anything is “done” before the next thing is already underway.
Now, pull up a hay bale and stay a while.
We have stories to share.
Get to know Wattlesford’s sassy and spoiled residents:
chickens, geese, and our farm dog.
Welcome to Chicken Keeping 101
Learn the basics, avoid common mistakes, and start your flock the right way.
If you’ve been thinking about starting a backyard chicken flock but aren’t sure where to begin, this beginner-friendly chicken course near Kentville, Nova Scotia will walk you through everything step by step.
Feathered Fundamentals is an in-person workshop designed to help new and aspiring chicken keepers start strong and avoid some of the most common early mistakes. In it, we’ll walk through the basics of chicken keeping in a way that’s practical, approachable, and grounded in real-life experience. From bringing home your first chicks to collecting your first egg, this workshop focuses on setting up healthy habits, confident care routines, and a flock that can truly thrive.
No judgment, no gatekeeping, and no pretending everything always goes perfectly. Just real talk, and real learning.
Fresh from the Nest
Recent Blog Posts
Wattlesford Collector Cards
A growing gallery of Wattlesford Collector Cards, complete with short bios of each resident. Updated every Wednesday.
11 February 2026
Coccidiosis in Chickens: What Every New Flock Owner Should Know
Coccidiosis is one of the first health challenges many chicken keepers encounter. With a little knowledge, you can spot the signs early, treat it effectively, and protect the rest of your flock. Let’s walk through what it is, how it spreads, and what to do if it shows up in your coop.
9 November 2025
