Hello to all backyard chicken’ers!!!

[Kiki]

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


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Coop Ideas:
Chicken Coops.

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[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUN-omenal community! Best wishes and have lots of FUN!

 

[rjohns39]

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

 

[pennyJo1960]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens hope you enjoy the time here
great start buying a small building to refit is the best option then learn your new best friend is hardware cloth

 

[Cridoca]

Hello,everybody

 

[DobieLover]

Hello,everybody

Hello @Cridoca! Would you like to start your own introduction thread here:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/forums/new-member-introductions.44/
Just click on the "Post New Thread" blue button near the top of the page to introduce yourself on your very first thread!

 

[sourland]

Hello, Terra, welcome to BYC. I agree that well built shed converted to coop is the durable way to go. Good luck with the planning and renovation.

 

[feathermaid]

Are 17 year-olds ever excited about anything their parents like?
Congratulations on starting your new flock... looks like chicken math already struck!

Most prefabs that come with a little attached run are too small for more than 2 or 3 chickens... even if they say they fit 10 birds! The bigger kits (that do not come with a run) can work well as a roosting/nesting house if you can build a large securely fenced area for them or let them free range daily... all day. I agree that a shed conversion is definitely easier than starting from scratch, but will need some modifications... ventilation most important!
Here's a list of other folks' shed conversions to get ideas:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/search/58238604/?q=shed+conversion&o=date&c[title_only]=1

More links that can help you get a good start:
How Much Room Do Chickens Need
Chicken Coop Ventilation - Go Out There And Cut More Holes In Your Coop!

And if you'd like to learn a fun and healthy way to finish raising your babies:
Kick The Heat Lamp: Better, Safer And Healthier Options To Heat Your Brooder
Mama Heating Pad
Pseudo Brooder Heater ‘Plate’
Best wishes in your new chicken adventure!

 

[casportpony]

@tcwolf , welcome to BYC!

I agree that well built shed converted to coop is the durable way to go.

I agree.

 

[CarpCharacin]

Welcome to BYC! We're glad you decided to join our wonderful community!