Hi all!

[Jen Hen]

Hi all! I've been on the site several times, but just now joined. I live in a smaller city on a fairly small lot. But, through the skin of my teeth, we can just barely have chickens legally! So we are building a coop and going to get some chicks soon! Going to make it 8'x5' with a run underneath and a range area 36'x12'. Going to take a chunk out of the yard, but I think it's completely worth it. We have frigid winters and hot summers, so I am thinking about Rhode Island Red for our go to breed. From what I've read, they seem pretty hearty and easy to care for as long as you keep them entertained so to speak. We'll just start with a handful this year and see where the year takes us! So excited to plan as we go!

 

[RileyCalanchini]

Rhode Island Reds are a great breed! They lay very well and are very people friendly. How many are you getting?

 

[Kelsie2290]

Hello and Welcome To BYC! Great that you are allowed to have chickens in your city! Good luck with your coop and run build. Rhode Island Reds are really good layers and a pretty tough breed.
Be sure to check out the BYC Learning Center, lots of helpful info about all aspects of chicken keeping https://www.backyardchickens.com/atype/1/Learning_Center

 

[drumstick diva]

Glad the chickens are legal - let the flock begin.

 

[HWittridge]

Welcome to the flock Jen Hen, now I don't feel like the newest bird anymore.

 

[gander007]

 

[TwoCrows]

Welcome to BYC!

Oh, how great that you can finally start to keep chickens!! You will love keeping poultry. A very rewarding hobby and good for the soul.

Welcome to our flock and if you have any questions, feel free to ask!