After admiring a friend's backyard flock for some time, I decided to start my own. And I am the kind of person who, once I decide to do something, I jump in with both feet. I just purchased six chicks from the local tack store (2 Ameraucanas, 2 silver laced Wyandottes, and 2 buff Oringtons). I have also started construction of my recycled chicken tractor. But, since I have NEVER built ANYTHING, I had to learn to use power tools. FUN!!! I got most of my materials from the Habitat ReStore and Freecycle. I am not one to measure, so I simply started cutting wood and screwing it together. I should be finished in a few weeks and I am quite proud of myself. I am going to make a sign for my tractor that reads "No Roosters Allowed" because I constructed the tractor with no help from my husband. My husband is merely tolerant of the idea of backyard chickens, which is sufficient. My two-year-old daughter would rather play with lumber than the chickens!
On a personal note, I am a full-time doc student at the University of Georgia and I should be finishing up in the next year. I am interested in becoming more green, both for the health benefits and to reduce my carbon footprint.
Thank you to anyone who actually read this far! Backyard Chickens gave the motivation (through information, pictures, and eager subscribers) to actually embark on this journey.
On a personal note, I am a full-time doc student at the University of Georgia and I should be finishing up in the next year. I am interested in becoming more green, both for the health benefits and to reduce my carbon footprint.
Thank you to anyone who actually read this far! Backyard Chickens gave the motivation (through information, pictures, and eager subscribers) to actually embark on this journey.
