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Just wanted to say thanks to all of the OTs for keeping this thread alive. I've lurked here quite often since the beginning. Very informative to say the least. Bee, Al, Fred, MFB, Fowlman, Marshall Family and others have made this thread a treat. Just good down to earth info that makes...

Now that's funny!!!!

Why of course!!! Don't keep us newbies in suspense.

Now that's a pic I would love to see. Dave

So I have a question for the OTs or anyone who has experienced ground water issues. I followed the advice from Pat's Muddy Run page and that worked just fine for a while. Still have sand left from the 2 tons of sand that I started with. The problem is that the ground slopes away but just sits...

Hey Bee, That looks great but the the most wonderful thing is that the birds won't care!! Great job. Dave

I am new to chickens and have been confused by some of the terms used. I can't use the term farm fresh, I don't have a farm. We have 2.5 acres in the country, 2/3rds of it wooded. Can't call letting chickens out in the evening free ranging. Just don't have the set up for that. Factor in...

Quote: Somebody needs to post a quality egg song recording and maybe examples of chicken vocalizations in general. It is becoming evident many if not most poultry keepers do not recognize them or fail to take into account context in which they are made. A quality egg song? Whoever called...

Quote: As a new guy, I have both. A 2x4 mounted flat, and a tree branch mounted diagonally in a smallish 6x4 coop. Our birds will always opt for the tree branch. Also have one out in the run. They love it. The thought about covering cold feet is bunk, IMO. Edited to add: Al, not many...

Quote: http://bestsmileys.com/animals/7.gif That is just too funny. As a newby, it is good to know that I have done some things right and have the right attitude. Back in the day, one would say that all of you OTs had common sense. I will contend today that you all have UNcommon sense. Our...

Great thread, Bee. Was happy to see some of the oldtimers posting to it. Hopefully more will chime in. As a less than a year guy at raising chickens, I have learned to look for Bee, Al, MFB and Fred to get solid, practical thoughts on this board. Overall, I have done well, I think. Made some...