Hi from Vancouver Island!

[mallettsastray]

Hi all,

I’ve been benefiting from the wisdom of this community for a few years, and thought it was time to get a bit more involved

We’re a family with young kids living on Vancouver Island, BC, Canada. We have a couple acres in a rural area, and have had a small free ranging flock of chickens for a few years now. Just hyline (aka egg machines) but we’re about to branch into incubating and some heritage breeds.
Our main challenges so far have been with raccoons and repeated incidents with a neighbors dog

We recently tried to hatch a few Muscovy eggs that we got from friends but only one little duckling made it into the world - Noodle. Waiting to figure out gender on him/her then will be getting some more. (If you’re any good at sexing ducklings, I posted some pictures in the duck forum asking for guesses!)

Looking forward to taking part!

 

[Joeschooks]

Welcome to BYC! There’s so many helpful, knowledgeable folks here and I’m sure you’ll find this site a very useful resource. I hope you enjoy it as much as we all do.

 

[N F C]

You'll find a lot of information on incubating here and there are lots of members that are very good at it, so always feel free to ask questions.

Glad you found the Duck forum already!

 

[Kiki]

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:
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[Mraya]

 

[MrsMistyReal]

Welcome aboard to BYC family gr8 people tons of information loads of fun enjoy shake your tail feathers

 

[Lazy Farmer]

 

[Theladiesandagentleman]

Welcome and glad to have you along for the ride. What a beautiful part of the world you are lucky to live in!

 

[drumstick diva]

Backyard chickens also has a thread "Canadians, check in here." Very likely you will find BYCers in your area.

 

[NonnasBabies]

You'll enjoy your time here!