New member from Central Pennsylvania

[CourtneyS89]

Hello! My name is courtney, I'm 26, married and have two children. We're actually getting ready to move to a new house that has a chicken coop in the backyard so we figured why not give it a shot?! So basically I'm just here to get all my ducks or chicks rather in a row before actually jumping into it. Can't wait to learn a lot and chat soon!

 

[Outpost JWB]

Good morning and

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First thing first. Make sure your new coop is cleaned from top to bottom. If ever there was a chicken there with Marek's or Mycoplasma, it can be passed on to your chickens. I bought one chicken this spring at a swap. She has mycoplasma gillisepticum. Seemed fine. Anyway, my flock is now a closed flock because she has infected my flock. Not trying to scare you, just prepare you.

Second is to make sure the coop is predator proof.

Third is to educate yourself as much as possible. BYC is a great resource. Find out about all diseases, predators, the breeds you choose, animal husbandry and more.

Then, go get your feeders, feed, and chickens/ or ducks.

Then, ENJOY! If you have any questions or concerns, please let us know. We are here to help.

 

[steven29128]

Welcome to Back Yard Chickens !

Chicken can be fun to raise !

 

[dheltzel]

Welcome to BYC and the world of chickens!
There are lots and lots of poultry people in your area. We have a very active message thread for people in PA - https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/248345/pennsylvania-unite
You will find lots of local to help you get chickens and keep them thriving.

 

[N F C]

Courtney!

The Learning Center has excellent articles on just about any poultry topic you can imagine so it's a great place to start your chicken education.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/atype/1/Learning_Center

If you have questions, always feel free to ask.

Thanks for joining us and congrats on your new home!

 

[drumstick diva]

Yes, do head for the Learning Center please. Welcome to the Backyard chickens flock.

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! I'm glad you joined us!

 

[trailrider330]

Welcome to the BYC flock! We are glad you joined us!