Hi I'm gpyne2

[gpyne2]

My husband & I got into chickens when we adopted 8 of them from a neighbor, He had been given them by a well meaning member of his church. However he traveled for his work & had no clue or interest in how to take care of them. The chickens free ranged & were frequently feeding at our wild bird feeder. As my husband had chickens in the past our neighbor was glad to have them off his hands. We were glad to get them. That was 8 years ago. The original chickens have passed. I now have 2 black Australorps, 2 cuckoo marans, 1 ameraucana, 2 mixed breed & a Delaware rooster. This year I added a creme legbar pullet & 3 straight run sage eggers. Like many people I like all the egg colors. Despite 8 years of owning chicken I have a lot to learn about maintaining a healthy flock. I recently learned that the Spanish word for retired is jubilado. My husband & I certainly are enjoying ours. We also enjoy travel & riding our horses

 

[Cyprus]

Hello @gpyne2 and we are so glad to have you join us!
It's so great that you adopted those hens from your neighbour. I wish more people would do that. Your current flock sounds like a beautiful mix of colors both in feather and eggs.
I hope you enjoy your time on this site. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have.

 

[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.

 

[Pork Pie]

Hello and welcome to BYC. Please make yourself at home here with us.

You can use this link to contact members in your area - Find Your State Thread

Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[Kiki]

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

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

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Chicken Coops

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[ronott1]

Good for you taking over the neighbors Chickens!

It is great having you here

 

[adrikeen]

Glad to have you and your flock join us!!!

 

[Unexpected chicken lover]

So glad u joined in on the fun.
There are many knowledgeable and friendly members that are willing to answer any/all questions
I learn something new everyday and i am sure u will too
Enjoy!!!

 

[Ducksandchickens]

My husband & I got into chickens when we adopted 8 of them from a neighbor, He had been given them by a well meaning member of his church. However he traveled for his work & had no clue or interest in how to take care of them. The chickens free ranged & were frequently feeding at our wild bird feeder. As my husband had chickens in the past our neighbor was glad to have them off his hands. We were glad to get them. That was 8 years ago. The original chickens have passed. I now have 2 black Australorps, 2 cuckoo marans, 1 ameraucana, 2 mixed breed & a Delaware rooster. This year I added a creme legbar pullet & 3 straight run sage eggers. Like many people I like all the egg colors. Despite 8 years of owning chicken I have a lot to learn about maintaining a healthy flock. I recently learned that the Spanish word for retired is jubilado. My husband & I certainly are enjoying ours. We also enjoy travel & riding our horses

Welcome to byc! Glad you joined the flock!

 

[ButtonquailGirl14]

so glad you joined! i hope you like it here as much as i do! just ask if you need help with anything! we are happy to help! You must have some GORGEOUS birds!