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Preparing the template for the plywood using a piece of PVC pipe...
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All ready to cut out with the jigsaw...
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Assembling the frame using 2"x4"s...
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Adding the cross braces (which will double as roosts for the chickens)...
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Araiah makes sure everything is lined up correctly...
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Completed frame!
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Wondering when the sun is going to come out...
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Adding diagonal cross braces for rigidity and weight...
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We pre-drilled, then added screws for all the connections...
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Marking the lines for the diagonal cross braces...
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Vicki and I decided to use the jigsaw instead of the circular saw because it's kinda scary to use...
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The frame is perfectly square...
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Taking a well-deserved break!
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We have attached the plywood end pieces as well as the middle support...
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Blue thinks it should be a dog tractor!
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We screwed on the pipe straps and snaked in the PVC pipe...
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Last one!
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Araiah makes sure it is straight...
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We stapled on strong welded wire...
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Karen makes sure all the staples are flush...
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Then we added 1" chicken wire over the welded wire. Ta da!
