Young hens in a coop on a farm in Deerfield stay inside with all the foul weather this past week.
Young hens in a coop on a farm in Deerfield stay inside with all the foul weather this past week. Credit: GEOFF FORESTER—Monitor staff

A wintery mix of rain and snow made for less-than-ideal conditions for people and animals alike Monday. Area roads were slick with black ice during the morning commute, while in Deerfield, a flock of chickens chose to stay indoors rather than brave the elements.