Hello!

[KindVonDerMond]

I've just made my account and thought I'd answer the prompted questions.
(1) Are you new to chickens / when did you first get chickens?
I am new and an aspiring keeper! I will hopefully have some before winter hits.
(2) How many chickens do you have right now?
Sadly, zero, but I may have one or two soon!
(3) What breeds do you have?
Again, the unfortunately low number of zero.
(4) How did you find out about BackYardChickens.com?
It was recommended to me.
(5) What are some of your other hobbies?
Taking care of my plants and playing video games, hopefully this will lead me to being more constructive.
(6) Tell us about your family, your other pets, your occupation, or anything else you'd like to share.
I have a dog and a cat (Both will be kept well separated from the ladies, no need to fret!) I am currently still in school.

 

[ChickNanny13]

WELCOME! This is a great site to learn & research your desire to get some chickens.

 

[Pork Pie]

Hello and welcome to BYC.

Here’s a link to the Articles section - https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/ There you’ll find lots of information on almost every aspect of keeping chickens - from coop building ideas, to incubating eggs.

There’s a link on the page above to the Learning Centre - it’s a great resource. If you have a specific topic in mind, just type it in the search box - there's a wealth of information on past and present threads.

Each week, various topics are discussed, which can also be a great resource - https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/topic-of-the-week-thread-archive

You may wish to consider joining your state thread as it will put you in touch with other BYC members in your area - http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/270925/find-your-states-thread#post_3239224

All the best

Pork Pie

 

[blackdust951]

hello and welcome to backyard chickens!

 

[sunflour]

glad to have you join us.

Is there a reason you want to get started at the beginning of winter? It is a lot easier to start in the spring so you can move them to a permanent outdoor home in warmer weather.

1 or 2 are not as happy as 3 or more - chickens prefer being in flocks. But there are a lot of folks who have had good results even with one.

Good luck with your plans and new adventure. Do research the links Ken has given you. Feel free to post questions in the forums - you'll find folks here happy to help.

 

[N F C]

x2 on sunflour's tip about getting more than 1 or 2 chicks, 3+ will be better for the little flock (and more fun for you).

Thanks for joining us!

 

[rjohns39]

Hi and welcome to BYC Glad you joined us and hope you enjoy the site

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to Backyardchickens.com aka BYC!
We are so glad you joined our flock.
Jump right in and make yourself at home.



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

 

[drumstick diva]

Welcome to the Backyard chickens community - all are welcome.

 

[KindVonDerMond]

glad to have you join us.

Is there a reason you want to get started at the beginning of winter? It is a lot easier to start in the spring so you can move them to a permanent outdoor home in warmer weather.

1 or 2 are not as happy as 3 or more - chickens prefer being in flocks. But there are a lot of folks who have had good results even with one.

I was hoping to get started before winter set in, but it seems like it's starting early this year and I may be forced to wait until next spring.
I'd love to have three or more chickens, but as I'm a new flock leader and I'm a bit short on space, It would be best to have fewer hens. I'd rather have a few hens than cramped hens!