Announcement BYC Recognition Medals

[CCUK]

Thankyou to all that nominated me. It was unexpected and came as a real surprise! A nice surprise! Thanks again.

 

[coach723]

I'm so appreciative of my new badge, and especially of all the people here, way too many to name, from whom I have learned so much over the years. And I'm sure I will continue to learn from all of you. This forum has been a blessing.

 

[Nambroth]

A HUGE congrats to all the awardees!!

FRIENDS: All of you are such an asset to our community, making it a place to laugh, play, showing just how much compassion BYC has, making our community a wonderful place to be and most of all, you guys are Friends to all here on BYC!

GREETERS: @007Sean @Farmer Connie Both of you have been greeters for such a long time, you truly deserve recognition for taking the time to make our New Members welcome here on BYC. Your hard work has paid off.

SPIRIT: @Folly's place Your award is long over due! You've got what it takes, knowledge, helpfulness and true BYC Spirit! We are lucky to have you!

EDUCATORS: @coach723 @Nambroth @oldhenlikesdogs You 3 represent what it takes to be BYC Educators. You know your stuff and use it with the highest of BYC grace. Keep up all that you do in helping us all learn.

Fabulous job everyone!!

Wow, thank you so much!! I admittedly visit BYC in short bursts when I am able, as life has gotten SO busy, but I'm glad I am able to help!

 

[TexasSam]

Thanks everyone for the congrats very nice of y’all

 

[drumstick diva]

Do you think the powers that be might come up with a badge for the special very knowledgeable folks who helm the "what breed or gender is this." forum.

I don't mean folks like me who study at the feet of the real pros, and try to learn something. There's a 50-50 chance of being right in deciding cockerel or pullet, for anyone.

My thoughts are the ones who really know the breeds, even as young chicks, genetics, etc. should receive some badges. Off hand the ones I have encountered are Gray Farms, Junebuggena, Pyxis, Jed Jackson, Alexandra, Brahma 500, Sourland, -Oldhenlikesdogs,
OlGreyMare, I'm sure I am missing many. These folks work(and it is work) daily to sort out breeds/genders for so very many people.

Their sharp eyes and minds come into play - so many breeds are similar in ways. They know the leg color, comb types, color/feather requirements. And also offer up good advice: not to breed frizzles to frizzles or you can end up with frazzles, who can be practically bald, or just have very brittle feathers that break off. And so much more.

See what I am learning? I can't imagine what title their badge would be but, they seem to go unnoticed by many. People often ask about breed/gender on the New members intro thread and I tell them also to check, "what breed or gender is this."

Thank you for any consideration .

 

[BlueBaby]

Do you think the powers that be might come up with a badge for the special very knowledgeable folks who helm the "what breed or gender is this." forum.

I don't mean folks like me who study at the feet of the real pros, and try to learn something. There's a 50-50 chance of being right in deciding cockerel or pullet, for anyone.

My thoughts are the ones who really know the breeds, even as young chicks, genetics, etc. should receive some badges. Off hand the ones I have encountered are Gray Farms, Junebuggena, Pyxis, Jed Jackson, Alexandra, Brahma 500, Sourland, -Oldhenlikesdogs,
OlGreyMare, I'm sure I am missing many. These folks work(and it is work) daily to sort out breeds/genders for so very many people.

Their sharp eyes and minds come into play - so many breeds are similar in ways. They know the leg color, comb types, color/feather requirements. And also offer up good advice: not to breed frizzles to frizzles or you can end up with frazzles, who can be practically bald, or just have very brittle feathers that break off. And so much more.

See what I am learning? I can't imagine what title their badge would be but, they seem to go unnoticed by many. People often ask about breed/gender on the New members intro thread and I tell them also to check, "what breed or gender is this."

Thank you for any consideration .

I think that is a great idea, as they help so many people in that category!

 

[Nifty-Chicken]

Interesting idea! We're definitely open to suggestions!

 

[Pork Pie]

Do you think the powers that be might come up with a badge for the special very knowledgeable folks who helm the "what breed or gender is this." forum.

I don't mean folks like me who study at the feet of the real pros, and try to learn something. There's a 50-50 chance of being right in deciding cockerel or pullet, for anyone.

My thoughts are the ones who really know the breeds, even as young chicks, genetics, etc. should receive some badges. Off hand the ones I have encountered are Gray Farms, Junebuggena, Pyxis, Jed Jackson, Alexandra, Brahma 500, Sourland, -Oldhenlikesdogs,
OlGreyMare, I'm sure I am missing many. These folks work(and it is work) daily to sort out breeds/genders for so very many people.

Their sharp eyes and minds come into play - so many breeds are similar in ways. They know the leg color, comb types, color/feather requirements. And also offer up good advice: not to breed frizzles to frizzles or you can end up with frazzles, who can be practically bald, or just have very brittle feathers that break off. And so much more.

See what I am learning? I can't imagine what title their badge would be but, they seem to go unnoticed by many. People often ask about breed/gender on the New members intro thread and I tell them also to check, "what breed or gender is this."

Thank you for any consideration .

Maybe a tag of “Forum Specialist” may be worth considering I’m not sure if its possible, but the title only showing when someone posts on a forum in which they are considered a specialist may work? This would reduce the number of “specialist titles” and the space that they would need (as well Educator / Spirit badges etc). There are many members that would likely be considered experts in many fields and what i suggest would reduce the space needed for titles but still reflect the field of expertise of a member.

 

[007Sean]

@Pork Pie Ken , I agree, there are a lot who have knowledge in many fields but have actual experience in whatever particular animals they raise. Your idea has lots of merit!

 

[Pork Pie]

@Pork Pie Ken , I agree, there are a lot who have knowledge in many fields but have actual experience in whatever particular animals they raise. Your idea has lots of merit!

Thanks. I may have to frame the last sentence of your post