Hi! New member here!

[akirtleysf]

I’ve wanted chicken for so long and I finally have a chance to get a couple so I’m here to learn all I can!!

 

[Callender Girl]

Congratulations on finally being able to get chickens! And, on joining this group!

There are a lot of friendly, knowledgeable folks here who will be happy to answer questions, give you guidance and/or encouragement when needed. Let us know when your chickens arrive!

Welcome!

 

[chrissynemetz]

Welcome to BYC! We're happy to have you with us!

 

[416bigbore]

Hello and welcome to BYC. You found an Amazing Poultry Community to be a part of, with many knowledgeable members who are willing to help you along your journey with any questions you may have. Enjoy

 

[N F C]

Hi, what breed are you getting? I'd recommend getting at least 3, that way if something happens to one of them, you won't end up with a lonely only.

Best wishes!

 

[swampfox440]

Hi, Welcome to BYC! thanks for joining.

 

[Isadora]

Hello and welcome to BYC! I'm so glad you decided to join our friendly and helpful community.

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
I agree with @N F C to get at least 3 in case you lose one, the other won't be left all alone.
Also make sure that you build a coop that offers 4 sq ft of floor space per bird, about 12" of roost space per bird, 1 nest box per 4-5 birds and shoot for 1 sq ft of year round ventilation per bird and lots of natural light in the coop using top hinged, 1/2" hardware cloth backed windows. To predator proof the coop make sure there are no openings larger than 1/2" when they are lock in. That is why you need to back up you windows and ventilation with 1/2" hardware cloth.
The run should offer 15 sq ft of space per bird with a good substrate for them to scratch around in that will also compost the poop load (I like wood chips) and have perches and things to hide behind and jump up on in the run.

 

[Marie2020]

I’ve wanted chicken for so long and I finally have a chance to get a couple so I’m here to learn all I can!!

That's great. I was so excited when I got my first few chickens.

 

[Boppo]

Welcome to BYC! So glad you came. Enjoy those birds!