Hi! I'm Heidi!

[Heididi]

Hi, BYC! Let me introduce myself. Among other things, I'm a master gardener and composter, teaching in public schools and community gardens, and as such I'm a total nerd, researching everything to do with growing food sustainably. So of course, when I decided it was time to keep chickens, I discovered BYC. What a fabulous resource! I have learned as much as I can about building my coop and run from BYC, and now I am ready to purchase chickens (between 3 and 6) and embark on one of my life dreams: to keep chickens and tie them in to my back garden permaculture design. I'm planning to experiment with black soldier fly larvae and composting to tie the chickens in to the broader garden system. So, it's time I join up as a bonafide member of this group! YAY!! I'm looking forward to nerding out with all of you chicken keepers, discussing best practice, sharing mistakes and fixes, and having fun! If you'd like to weigh in on my beginning chicken adventure, please do!

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC. I’m sure your knowledge and enthusiasm will be a great asset to the site.

This is a useful link of BYC guides to take a look at announcements-feedback-issues-guides.3 I’d suggest including your location using the guide in that link. You can use this link to contact members in your area - Find your State's thread.

Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[FrankieDoodle]

Welcome to BYC Heidi! Thank you for joining us!

 

[DobieLover]

Hello Heidi and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
Your setup sounds awesome!

 

[Melky]

Welcome to BYC! Don’t forget to check out the Learning Center. Have fun!
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/

 

[JedJackson]

Welcome Heidi! You seem to be prepared and to know what you are doing, so now for the actual chickens. An exciting moment. I am glad BYC has been helpful to you, and I hope you enjoy the website and the people on it. Good luck!

 

[TelfTheElf]

Welcome to the amazing BYC 'flock'!!

 

[N F C]

Hi! I think you're going to find a lot of members here that share your interests. Here's a thread I came across the other day that may be of interest to you:
my-evergreen-hedging-plant-nursery.1281929

Best wishes for all your plans, it's nice to have you here!

 

[Heididi]

Welcome to BYC Heidi! Thank you for joining us!

Thanks for the welcome!

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC. Define your goals, ask questions, study the forums, plan, and you will be successful in establishing your flock.