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[KinnaChickie]

I all, I'm a new member but I have had chickens before. I had a flock a few years ago and life's complications have kept me from replacing it for the last few years.
Now I want to get about a half dozen hens and have built a nice coop and fenced yard for the girls.
Previously I had a couple of Barred Rocks, a Rhode Island Red, and a Golden Sex Link.
I'm currently thinking of getting some Orpingtons as I want a want an easy to handle, dual purpose steady layer but I'm open to suggestions.
I live in Bishop, CA (points if you know where that is; Hint, it's more akin to Nevada than any other part of CA).
Also I'm having trouble finding Orpingtons locally so any suggestions for sources of chicks or pullets would be appreciated, especially if they're near enough that it doesn't cost $200 to ship.
I'm retired, keep a big veggie garden and want my own eggs again.
I've surfed this site a bit over the years and have found that there's a great deal of knowledge here that I'd like to avail myself of. Looking forward to getting to know the folks here that share the interest. Cheers, Steve,,,,,,,,

welcome steve,

First of all welcome. Here you will find many good resources to all your needs as a chick owner as well as just lazy day baking ideas or fun tips. As far as ideas for decent duel purpose birds, I personally don't like Orpingtons. I have always chosen RIR over anything, but some people don't like their spunkiness. I have never really had issues, but then again, my back yard is full of everything....lol. Have you tried shipping from Cackle Hatchery. I buy all mine from them, with no problems and they are cheap on shipping. Hopefully you find what you need, and please enjoy your stay....Jenn

 

[BirdsBeesTrees]

i was just going to recommend Cackle Hatchery! They are from Missouri and you can get as few as 3 birds. A small order fee of $20 plus a reasonable shipping fee and you can get any kind of chicks you'd like!

 

[fldiver97]

Welcome Glad you decided to join us Good luck finding some Orpingtons in your area!

 

[Meg-in-MT]

Hello! Welcome to BYC!!

Good luck on your adventures!

Feel free to check out the links below for some interesting reading.

 

[Pork Pie]

Hello Steve and welcome to BYC - thanks for joining us.

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 the link. You can use this link to contact members in your area - Find your State's thread.

Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[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!

 

[DobieLover]

Hello, Steve, and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

Howdy Steve!!!! Welcome to our FUNomenal Flock!

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to BYC.
We are glad you joined this flock!
Jump right in and make yourself at home.
I am not sure what part of your state you live in but wanted to let you know there is an "issue" right now in the southern part...no birds are allowed to be shipped in right now in some areas.

https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/ahfss/Animal_Health/Newcastle_Disease_Info.html
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[Wee Farmer Sarah]

Hi Steve. Welcome to BYC! Glad you hopped up on the roost with us. I too am retired and grow vegetables. This is a great place to learn and share. There are other forums and threads for additional hobbies such as gardening and baking. Good luck finding those chickens.