Just pondering the ckn thing.

[Blodget]

Good day. I just joined to find out if I really want to do the ckn thing or if I'm having another old age trying to be productive event.
I forgot to mention, I live in Tucson AZ. I'm thinking of setting up an 8x12 hoop coop and having around half a dozen laying hens. I can move it to 2 other spots in my yard periodically. I'm thinking at that size and amount of ckns I won't have to move it very often.
Does that make sense?

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
Chickens are quite addictive and if you design their coop and run correctly, it is very easy to maintain them.

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC, and good luck establishing a flock. Go for it.

 

[pennyJo1960]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens. This is a great place to explore and hang out. I am with the others enjoy them.

 

[janiedoe]

Welcome to BYC.
You have definitely come to the right place is your are looking for encouragement.

 

[BoundlessLove]

Welcome to BYC!
To steal a line - Just Do It!

Here is a good place to start:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/categories/learning-center.11/

 

[Debbie292d]

Hiya, and welcome to BYC!

For reference, chickens should have 4 square feet per bird in their coop, and 12-15 square feet each in their run. You're thinking of 6 hens. Sounds perfect! However, have you heard of chicken math? You might want to go a tish larger, just in case.

The other thing is, it's a good idea every couple of years to get a couple new chickens to add, so that as your other ones get older, you'll always have some laying.

We're retired too, and loving it! Make yourself at home here!

 

[N F C]

Hi, glad to have you here! You might find it helpful to chat with other members in AZ so here's a link to get you to your state thread: Arizona thread

Best wishes!

 

[007Sean]

Howdy, and Welcome to Backyard Chickens.

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

Thanks for joining our community!

 

[chrissynemetz]

Hello, and welcome to BYC! It's very nice to meet you! Please make yourself at home!