I’m new and in need of help and advice

[GolfChicken]

I am brand new to both the forum and the chicken community. After years on contemplation and complaining about the lack of time this time in history has provided and opportunity to do a project with the family. So we are in the process of clearing land on the property, coop design, materials and awaiting chicks 5/20

As of now we do not have any chicks but will have 15 ladies soon

We settled on 3 different breeds: Turken Naked Necks, New Hampshire Reds, Columbian Wyandotte’s - a combination of loving the Turkey look as we have many wild Turkeys in backyard and the Reds and Columbians for egg laying and breed characteristics.

I’m always interested in learning new things and getting outside my comfort zone so I’m looking forward to the challenge

I enjoy being with the family, physical fitness, golfing, working on the property and the two dogs

I found BYC through Pinterest and a couple of Hatcheries recommended. I need as much help an advice as possible so fire away

I’m pretty excited to learn all you have to share
Robb

 

[DobieLover]

Hello, Robb and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
You are going to want a coop and run that provide 4 and 15 sq ft per bird, respectively. Lots of ventilation and keep the bedding dry.
Walk in style for both.
Poop boards are truly your best friend in chicken poop management.
Feed Flock Raiser or an All Flock type of feed with 18 to 20% protein for life. Oyster shell on the side at 16 weeks in 2 or more containers in high traffic zones.
Keep the friggin treats to a minimum. Be stronger than them and don't allow them to train you to feed them goodies every time you come into view.
Those are my starting points...
Visit the articles and read the highest rated ones.
Visit the coop pages and read the highest rated ones and the comments. There is a lot to learn. Brew a large pot of coffee, get a notepad and pen and get reading.
Go on!
Get going...
Why are you still here???!

 

[Isaac 0]

Welcome to BYC!

 

[BeanBoy]

Howdy, welcome to BYC

 

[N F C]

If you click on the Articles tab, you'll find a lot of good information on how to care for your upcoming flock (and if you have questions, feel free to ask):
learning-center.11

Good luck and have fun!

 

[Miss Lydia]

Welcome to BYC what a great intro. Glad you join us. Have fun enjoying the forums!

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUNomenal Flock!
You’ve come to the right place!

 

[sourland]

Hello, Robb, and welcome to BYC.

 

[GolfChicken]

Hello, Robb and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
You are going to want a coop and run that provide 4 and 15 sq ft per bird, respectively. Lots of ventilation and keep the bedding dry.
Walk in style for both.
Poop boards are truly your best friend in chicken poop management.
Feed Flock Raiser or an All Flock type of feed with 18 to 20% protein for life. Oyster shell on the side at 16 weeks in 2 or more containers in high traffic zones.
Keep the friggin treats to a minimum. Be stronger than them and don't allow them to train you to feed them goodies every time you come into view.
Those are my starting points...
Visit the articles and read the highest rated ones.
Visit the coop pages and read the highest rated ones and the comments. There is a lot to learn. Brew a large pot of coffee, get a notepad and pen and get reading.
Go on!
Get going...
Why are you still here???!

I already have a notebook going and taking plenty of notes

 

[GolfChicken]

Howdy, welcome to BYC

thank you - eager to learn