Intro. I’m Steve and new here

[Grammy60]

Hello Steve and welcome to BYC We are happy you have joined us

 

[Blue Raptor]

I’m semi retired and have been interested in getting laying hens for some time. Now that I’m in the country, I may use moms old chicken coop to house them. I wasn’t clear on what happens to old retired layers, but now I know they do pass away. The method described here was very touching and humane. Not sure I can do it. Just losing a dog is hard enough. I recall my dad never ate his cows. He’d trade the adults for a new calf to raise. When it was full grown and ready to eat, he couldn’t bring himself to do it. They just got into the trailer and went away. They were basically pets as he provided them a pole barn and would often swat the pesky flies off of them. Of course they all had names.
I was encouraged by a TV episode of Farm to Table with Nina, where she showed how much work is involved with chicks and the rewards. I think I’m ready. So bring on the chicks!

Welcome to BYC!!

 

[sourland]

Hello, Steve, and welcome to BYC. Good luck in establishing your flock.

 

[swampfox440]

Hi, welcome to BYC! pleased to meet you, thanks for joining us.

 

[Kenneth Zweerink]

Welcome to BackYard Chickens. And a Big Hello from Eastern Nebraska!

 

[007Sean]

Howdy, Steve and Welcome to Backyard Chickens.

Happy to have you here with us. Enjoy your time here at BYC!

Thanks for joining our community!

 

[Fuchsia]

Hello and welcome to BYC. I’m glad you joined us.

 

[Boppo]

Glad to meet you, Steve, and welcome to Back Yard Chickens. Congratulations on returning to your roots, and best wishes with your chicken journey! It sounds like your father was a very sweet and kind hearted man.

 

[chrissynemetz]

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

 

[rjohns39]

Hi Steve and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us