New Member......

[jansalaska]

......so new, we don't even have chickens YET. Just about done with the coop, then we will start the run. Hoping to have 12-14 chickens. I had thought to have month old chicks, but now that summer has come to Alaska I am starting to think I can do the new babies. Any advise on cold weather/gentle hens and roos will be greatly appreciated. If, I got a mixed lot of females, would it be ok to get Giant Jerseys. Thank you for adding me to this group, I am hoping to gain lots of knowledge from all of you.

jan

 

[dikbiscuit]

Welcome to the site. I'd check out this link here to narrow down what breeds you'd like: https://www.backyardchickens.com/products/category/chicken-breeds

Also give the learning centre a look-see and if you have any other questions, just post in the appropriate part of the forum. https://www.backyardchickens.com/atype/1/Learning_Center

Good luck with your chickens. :')

 

[TwoCrows]

Welcome to BYC!

You might also want to chat with your chicken neighbors in Alaska not only to find out what chickens do the best in your climate, but how they do things, build the coop to keep out the brutal cold and other things you might need to know about your area...

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/84141/north-to-alaska

Great to have you aboard and welcome to BYC!

 

[Kelsie2290]

Hello and Welcome To BYC!

 

[drumstick diva]

2 Crows gave you good advice

 

[gander007]

These can help you get started ....

 

[jansalaska]

Thank you for the link, I will certainly follow up.

 

[jansalaska]

funny

, yep they will help