Bay Area BYCers!

[dldolan]

Dawn, I just ordered the exact same thing...

Enablers unite!

ETA: Actually, I didn't buy the one with the candler, as Orp eggs are pretty easy to candle with a regular flashlight.

This one was the least expensive new version that I found on Amazon, even with the candler & shipping, which I don't really need. My mom gave me a drill for Christmas, but my hubby gave me one, too, I so had credits to use on Amazon! Thanks, Mom!

 

[Laurieks]

Great pic! Can you print it and enter it in the fair?

. .....Here's a "Dawn having fun with Paper Artist on her phone" photo rendering:

 

[dldolan]

Hi Laurie! You asked: Great pic! Can you print it and enter it in the fair? I never thought of that! Maybe, and interesting idea...! Thanks!

Jeremy: What will you use as a liner in the 1588 that can be tossed? That seems like a great idea!

 

[Laurieks]

Hi Dawn,
I'm finally back to BYC. Been busy with goats, and learning about beekeeping! The peaches are already blooming here. Must get bees soon!
I've decided I really want some Pita Pintas.
Bee fever and chicken fever!

 

[Laurieks]

Hey, just starting out in north concord. Do I need a heater in my coop?

No please Too many people have had coop fires! Even in snowy areas there is no need; chickens have down coats
How old are your birds? You do need a heat source for brooders.

 

[dldolan]

Laurie, what is the barley fodder you have in your tag line area? Do you use this as supplemental feed, or treats?

 

[sewandgrow]

Laurie, what is the barley fodder you have in your tag line area? Do you use this as supplemental feed, or treats?

I too have sprouted grains for my chickens. I tried several & set up an inexpensive system of my own with supplies from Tractor Supply & the $ store. I was able to sprout 9 trays at a time so it was used like a weekly additive but they absolutely loved it & cleaned every bit of it up. It was fun watching them go after it too.

 

[dldolan]

Did you use the same process that Laurie describes, more or less? By the way, it was nice to see you again at the Modesto show!

 

[jeremy]

I love that there is activity on this thread again, so many familiar "faces" popping in.

 

[gaving101]

Where is a feed store that sells good priced chicken coops??