Illinois...

[fawndane]

Hello! I’m here from Southern Illinois.. way out in Massac County, pretty close to Pope County.

 

[Faraday40]

Welcome!

 

[NotAFarm]

Hello! I’m here from Southern Illinois.. way out in Massac County, pretty close to Pope County.

Welcome!
Are you new to chickens or just BackyardChickens?

 

[ChickenGrandma2202]

Richland County here anybody close. New to this but loving every minute! Today was first day everyone left the coop and checked out the outside run. We currently have 15 total but are planning for a few more hens.

 

[NotAFarm]

and to the Illinois thread!

 

[Faraday40]

A big thanks to @chickendreams24 for a great day!

Our family went up to visit her in WI & picked apples. Besides a trunk filled with apples, we came home with many memories. I think one of the highlights was riding in a combine. So exciting!

Here's where we had a picnic on the side of the road while taking turns going for combine rides!

Apple picking, of course. The 1st place had delicious cider donuts & some very friendly chickens. They would come running up when called, but didn't want to snack on apples. They were holding out for the donuts.

The 2nd orchard gave us a little tour & many, many samples of apples. I never knew there were so many varieties! We left very full.

The giant fridge had the most amazing smell of sweet apples.

After we got home, showered & ready for bed, DD experienced some "chicken withdrawal" so she had to bring in a silkie to cuddle before going to bed. (Yes, those are her PJs.)

 

[cavemanrich]

Is this considered CHILD LABOR........

 

[Faraday40]

Probably not, because I know they wouldn't want our son driving. LOL

 

[fawndane]

Welcome!
Are you new to chickens or just BackyardChickens?

Just BYC.
Nice to meet you!

 

[cavemanrich]

With winter on its way some silly thoughts just keep crossing my mind.

BTW. @NotAFarm I still do want a pair next year, so if you get a few extra hens, put their birth certificates in my name.
Above picture of Icelandic chickens.

The picture below speaks for itself. WINTER SLEDDING ACTIVITIES.