Trying to winter ready my turkey coop

Otis-Gussy

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Wasnt sure if I should post in the coop design forum.. but I figure most of them are just familiar with chicken coop set ups.
So I live in Wa state and cold weather is right around the corner. Ughhhh rain and cold ( I'm originally from southern Ca )
My coop was all 4 sides hardware cloth. I started to add some old wood planks to it to block some wind and added a loft they can snuggle into ( I'm sure they really won't use it, lol ) but it seemed like a good idea at the time.
I'm not going to apply the wood all the way to ground level and wasn't planning to go all the way across the sides. Was just putting it along where they roost and sleep. Still wanted to leave lots of ventilation so it doesn't stink horribly.
Is that enough? Should I do more?
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My turkeys will often roost outside during winter. They are very winter hardy. They do need a good wind break, and a roof over their head in case they want to go in. It really has to be a good blizzard for mine to go in during the days.

I would put wood all the way down on the prevailing winds side or sides, but I'm not familiar with your climate and low temperatures you see in winter.
 
My turkeys will often roost outside during winter. They are very winter hardy. They do need a good wind break, and a roof over their head in case they want to go in. It really has to be a good blizzard for mine to go in during the days.

I would put wood all the way down on the prevailing winds side or sides, but I'm not familiar with your climate and low temperatures you see in winter.
It can get into the mid to upper 20's at the coldest. It does get pretty windy at times as well.
Thanks for the great suggestions!
 
Possible silly and embarrassing question,
I know ppl put Vaseline on chickens combs to prevent frostbite. Should I apply Vaseline to the turkeys necks?
Definitely not necessary. As @oldhenlikesdogs pointed out, 20°F is a pleasant temperature for turkeys. My turkeys do fine at -30°F with only a windbreak and will even seek shade on a sunny day with sub zero temperatures.
 

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