Howdy from Phoenix

[Arpey]

Hi, This forum seems awesome!

I am new to chickens, but have been raising quails for a whopping 2 weeks

I am building my airy coup in my yard. It should be about 12x20 run, Netting or hardware cloth roof, and a 4x4 coup with 3 nesting boxes. It will be well ventilated, given the heat problem here, and the critters should have plenty of shade under the coup and in the run.

I'm planning on getting about 8 birds. I'm hoping for 6 silkies and 2 "good layers" but I'm not sure I can wait till spring to start my chicks! Anyone know where to get full sized silkies this time of year? Most of the hatcheries seem to be sold out till spring. I have a 2x4' stock tank to use as a brooder until the chicks are ready for the great outdoors.

Can't wait to get started!

 

[Kevin565]

 

[CheerioLounge]

from Twentynine Palms in the California high desert!

You'll find BYC folks are very friendly and knowledgeable and are always eager to help!

 

[1muttsfan]

Hi arpey and welcome to BYC from northern michigan

 

[FlyRobinFly]

Check on here, there may be some locals who have Silkies ready to go, plus there are some in the BSA threads on the site.

 

[The Red Rooster]

Welcome to BYC!!

 

[AlienChick]

Welcome to BYC.

You can always try looking at the auctions here to find some Silkies for sale near you.

And there's always CraigsList.

 

[Arpey]

Thanks guys! I've tried my local craigslist--There are two unsexed 6 weekers and some eggs. I'll keep my eyes open for chicks!

 

[S&N Livestock]

from Ohio

 

[ghillie]