Hello from Utah!

[JedJackson]

Welcome. I hope you get a great hatch! Pork Pie has provided links to excellent information on that topic, and the forums are always open for questions. Have a happy new year, too.

 

[feathermaid]

Thanks for joining BackYard Chickens!

Will you be hatching chicks to sell? Or will you raise them for eggs? Are you allowed to have roosters where you live? About half of your hatch will be male and they'll start crowing after a few months. Keeping more than 1 roo in a flock of less than 10 hens can lead to some serious fights if not housed separately. You might want to have a plan for what to do with your cockerels before they get too old. Keep in mind that many people who are willing to "adopt" chickens usually won't want the boys, unless they're headed for the freezer. I know you've already done a lot of research... just pointing out some things that many people overlook.

Also, if you haven't already thought of it, using a Mama Heating Pad is a great way to raise those baby chicks instead of using a heat lamp. If you ever have questions, don't hesitate to ask, that's what we're all here for!

I wish you the very best luck with your incubation!

 

[N F C]

Hi, it's nice to have you here with us! I hope your hatch goes well

 

[rjohns39]

Hi and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us

Nice intro

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to BYC.
We are glad you joined this flock!
Jump right in and make yourself at home.

This video will help you learn how to navigate this site:

Coop Ideas:
Chicken Coops

BYC has an APP!

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUNomenal community!
Best wishes and have lots of fun!

 

[ClucksAndCombs]

Welcome to BYC!

Feel free to ask questions, there are so many wonderful and knowledgeable people who will answer them!

Enjoy your time on this amazing site!

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
Good luck hatching those eggs!

 

[sourland]

Great introduction ! Welcome to BYC, and good luck with the incubation.

 

[alexa009]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens! We are glad you joined the flock! BYC is a helpful site providing all of the information you need to know about poultry. There is always space for members on the BYC roost! Hope you enjoy it here as much as we all do!