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Almost everyone here is an absolute expert on almost everything imaginable, take me for example I have left advice about freezing temps and I live in Southern California. So take the best and leave the rest.
Absolutely right!
Yep. Ask one question. You'll get 12 different answers from 10 different people. You'll also get a blow by blow description of "how to build a sun dial" if you ask what time it is.
Welcome, and enjoy!
Are you new to chickens / when did you first get chickens?
Total newbie to chickens. Got them with a coop, feeder, waterer, and well wishes from someone getting out of chickens.
How many chickens do you have right now?
Sharing 6 mature hens with our awesome neighbors: 1 lavendar orpington (no longer laying), 4 rhode island reds, 1 little bantam whose type I don't know.
How did you find out about BackYardChickens.com?
Desperately searching for information online! Plus the recommendation of good friends who've been into chickens for years.
What are some of your other hobbies?
Reading, veggie gardening, hiking, camping.
Tell us about your family, your other pets, your occupation, or anything else you'd like to share.
4 kids, 1 spouse, 1 bernese mountain dog....