HI..always wanted to have chickens. Not getting any younger so I thought I'd do it before retirement. Living in city, Springfield, Illinois. No next door neighbor on one side and a parking lot for the Middle School on the other. No rules, laws except for a nuisance regulation but I am worried about getting any roosters. I did get a Silkie so I guess I'll have to wait to see! I'm very excited..documenting and researching everything and having a lot of fun. Will probably need a lot of advice as I move forward. Not sure how many chickens I can have with the space I have.
I was a middle school teacher for 17 years and left due to stress for another job which is relatively stress free. Into all animals/wildlife and environmental conservation/issues.
I have a 140 sq ft shed converted to a coop with a 14'x3' dog run attached. Both open to the yard, 38' x 23' which will be predator proof and net covered for the day.I still am not sure how many chickens I should have. Have 9 chicks already, all different breeds and am expecting the last 6 IF I can figure out if that's OK and not too many!!!
I was a middle school teacher for 17 years and left due to stress for another job which is relatively stress free. Into all animals/wildlife and environmental conservation/issues.
I have a 140 sq ft shed converted to a coop with a 14'x3' dog run attached. Both open to the yard, 38' x 23' which will be predator proof and net covered for the day.I still am not sure how many chickens I should have. Have 9 chicks already, all different breeds and am expecting the last 6 IF I can figure out if that's OK and not too many!!!
We are glad you joined this flock!
Best wishes and have lots of fun! 
We're so happy you've decided to join us 
