How to Build an Automatic Water System for Quail, Chickens, and Other Poultry

An automatic watering system is one of the best things I ever added to my quail hutch. They always have water at hand and it doesn't get dirty. And I only have to fill it up about once a week. The best part is, it is super easy to build. Here are the parts that I used in this build (these are all affiliate links). 5 gallon food grade bucket (can definitely get this cheaper from a local store) - https://amzn.to/2Jrdsrv 1/2 inch bulkhead - https://amzn.to/2u3a01r 1/2 inch pipe thread to 3/8 inch hose barb (2 used in this project) - https://amzn.to/2J5Gi09 3/8 inch hose barb T - (pack of 10 but only need 1) - https://amzn.to/2tZUQtN 1/2 inch pvc cap (pack of 10 bu only need 1) - https://amzn.to/2NXPHun 3/8 inch inside diameter tubing (can get this cheaper at a local hardware store) - https://amzn.to/2NXhQlE 1/2 inch irrigation hose (way more than you need for this build) - https://amzn.to/2uuaZb1 1/2 inch hose adaptor - https://amzn.to/2NZZd0m PVC cutter - https://amzn.to/2LjlXtw Poultry Water cups - https://amzn.to/2LqlJ0t PVC T fittings - https://amzn.to/2NvSyKE