ThePioneerChicks
We are graphic designers who love to bake & cook, go crazy about chickens, have a passion for photography, are naturally adventurous, each have our own crafty talent, respect nature, strive to live a sustainable lifestyle, and aren't restricted by our dietary limitations! Our goal is to become modern pioneers! Learn more about us and why we started The Pioneer Chicks on our About page.
Grain-free Wafflesgluten-free | grain-free | dairy-free | tree nut free | sugar freeby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | November 30, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. Breakfast of champions step aside, because grain-free waffles are going to take the cake! These grain-free...
How to Prevent Marek’s Disease in Chickensby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | November 21, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. Marek’s disease is a prevalent virus that commonly infects young and growing chicks but can also infect mature birds as well. This...
Dairy-free Pumpkin Piegluten-free | grain-free | dairy-free | tree nut free | refined-sugar freeby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | November 16, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. I dare say there’s nothing that tastes more like fall than a big slice of...
Feeding Chickens a Homestead Diet: Grain, Treats, & Supplementsby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | November 7, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. Feeding chickens a homestead diet is a great way to raise your flock in a sustainable and frugal way! Each...
Gluten-free Chocolate Chip Muffinsgluten-free | dairy-free option | tree nut free | refined sugar freeby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | November 2, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. My favorite muffins are chocolate chip muffins, and I love how these gluten-free chocolate...
What is Marek’s Disease in Chickens?by Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | October 24, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. Marek’s disease a common but little known poultry disease. It can take on many shapes and forms, so it is often a confusing...
Grain-free Mint Brownie Donutsgluten-free | grain-free | dairy-free | tree nut free | refined sugar freeby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | October 19, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. Brownies and donuts… it’s a match made in heaven. These grain-free mint brownie...
Chicken Poop Problems: The Scoop on Poopby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | October 10, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. Yup, it’s a gross topic, but it is helpful to discuss chicken poop problems that you might encounter in the homestead flock....
Gluten-free Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookiesgluten-free | tree nut free option | refined sugar freeby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | October 05, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. Usually I’m not a huge fan of pumpkin cookies. The texture never seems to be cookie-like...
What is Grit for Chickens?by Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | September 26, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. Did you know that chickens eat stones? That’s essentially what chicken grit it. Chicken’s need grit in their diet to aid digestion of other...
Grain-free Chocolate Chip Banana Breadgluten-free | grain-free | dairy-free option | tree nut free | refined sugar freeby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | September 21, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. This grain-free chocolate chip banana bread features all the essentials of...
The Importance of Calcium for Laying Hensby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | September 12, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. The homestead flock needs to have a balanced and nutritious diet in order to stay healthy and productive. One of the most...
Healthy Menu Ideas for Busy Homesteadersgluten-free | grain-free | dairy-free | tree nut free | egg freeby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | September 7, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. Many of us have chosen to become modern pioneers in hopes of...
5 Tips to Vacation-Proof the Chicken Coopby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | August 29, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. Maybe you are a modern pioneer who likes to travel (like me). Or you just need your homestead chicken coop to be...
Gluten-free Chocolate Chip Zucchini Cookiesgluten-free | tree nut free | refined sugar freeby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | August 24, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. These fantastic gluten-free chocolate chip zucchini cookies are the best zucchini cookies I have ever made!...
8 Natural Supplements for Chickensby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | August 15, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. Natural supplements can boost flock health, improve production and help prevent against disease and parasites. However, have you ever heard the saying “too much...
Gluten-free BBQ Chicken Kabobs (from scratch)gluten-free | grain-free | dairy-free | tree nut free | egg freeby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | August 10, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. These gluten-free BBQ chicken kabobs are the perfect, easy summer grilling meal...
When Do Chickens Start Laying Eggs?by Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | July 25, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. While there are many reasons why you may choose to raise chickens on the homestead, one of the most beneficial additions chickens add...
Grain-free Pigs in a Blanket (gluten-free)gluten-free | grain-free | dairy-free option | tree nut freeby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | July 20, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. If your definition of comfort foods includes soft bread dough and some cheese, then...
How to Design a Chicken Coopby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | July 18, 2023This post may contain affiliate links. See our Disclosure for more information. When building a homestead chicken coop, there are guidelines to keep in mind and there are also essentials that must be included. If...