THE BEGINNING OF A SIMPLE LIFE IN THE JUNGLE
October 22, 2023 · 24 min · 160K views
What this video covers
Matt and Kristen construct a mobile chicken coop on their property in Jayuya, United States, to protect their growing flock from predators like hawks.0:47 The project involves building an 80-square-foot frame using 4x4 lumber and plywood, designed with a pitched roof for aeration and barn-style doors for cleaning access.1:57 To simplify maintenance, they plan to install a removable linoleum floor that can be rolled up and cleaned.17:28 The construction process is interrupted by frequent rain, which limits the use of power tools and forces the pair to work in stages.5:14 In addition to the coop, the pair harvests ripe coffee beans from plants cleared on their land, intending to research and test various drying and roasting methods to produce their own coffee.21:47 The coop remains unfinished, with the final challenge being its overall weight and portability.11:38
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