New Guy here. Looking for some Chickens Riverside, CA

[RobtheBert]

Hello

how is everyone. Im a father of 4 kids and building a coop with my son. We as a family have been wanting some chickens for over a year so we finally decided to do it. My coop is almost done so we will be looking for about 4 egg laying chickins. I have no idea where to get them so if anyone near me has any for sale please let me know. Also any tips are welcomed, I still have to fifure out water and feed systems and what feed to get. Thanks in advance

 

[Wezdin]

Welcome to BYC!!! Feed stores often sell chicks in spring time. You can also buy chicks from a hatchery.

 

[Ducksandchickens]

Welcome to byc!
Nobody is at the bottom of the pecking order here!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM MY FAMILY TO YOURS!

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC

On this link you'll find lots of information on almost every aspect of keeping birds - from coop building ideas, to incubating eggs - https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/

Each week, various topics are discussed, which can be a great resource - https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/topic-of-the-week-thread-archives . Ditto the Learning Centre - https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/

This is a useful link of BYC guides to take a look at announcements-feedback-issues-guides.3 I’d suggest including your location using the guide in that link. You can use this link to contact members in your area - Find your State's thread.

Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
Raising chicks is a lot of fun. I recommend that.
If you end up getting pullets or hens, you will need different feed than if you start out with chicks. Once you make your decision, you can read up on their feed requirements in the articles section. Or, post your questions in the appropriate forums and we will help you!
Have fun! Post some pictures of your coop. We'd love to see them!

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC. Access your state thread with the link provided by Mr Porky, and perhaps someone local can supply some birds or wait until spring and buy some chicks. Beware of Craig's list birds for a variety of reasons.

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

 

[alexa009]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens! We are glad you joined the flock! BYC is a helpful site providing all of the information you need to know about poultry. There is always space for members on the BYC roost! If getting eggs is the prime importance when commencing your backyard flock, you must know what breed you are getting before purchasing just any. Some chickens were specifically bred just for meat or show quality and these are breeds that hardly produce any eggs at all. Check out my article if you are looking for one of the best egg layers. The link is below.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/10-top-best-egg-layers.72744/
Hope you enjoy it here as much as we all do!

 

[N F C]

Raising poultry is a great hobby for kids to get into...it's something that they can carry with them the rest of their lives and teaches them a lot too.

Best of luck to you, thanks for joining us!

 

[007Sean]

Howdy and Welcome to Backyard Chickens.

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

Thanks for joining our community!