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[Raymond Park]

New to the world of chickens and so much else. Moved to Florida from London, England back in 2000. Being from London I'm a real city boy of 67yrs. 5yrs ago I met the love of my life (she's American) we recently moved to a fix me up in the country, finished renovating the house, built a coop and run and purchased our flock of 12 mixed chicks. Lost a few to start with but they were replaced and now all are thriving. I visit this site most days, so much information and I have so much to learn. I take my morning coffee and go sit in the coop with them where they seem to think I'm a good roosting spot. I love it!!!

 

[canalcolt]

Welcome! I love this site as well and have learned so much! What breed of chickens did you get?
We like having coffee with our chickens too! They r so entertaining and fun to have

 

[Pork Pie]

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

 

[Lazy Farmer]

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[Plip]

Welcome to BYC, Raymond! Great to have you here!

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to Backyardchickens.com aka BYC!
We are glad you joined our flock.
Jump right in and make yourself at home.

This video will help you learn how to navigate this site:

Official BYC Coop Page Contest - Fall-Winter 2017

The 9th Annual BYC Easter Hatchalong!
Awesome contests going on here: Hatch-A-Longs

 

[drumstick diva]

Nice to meet you Raymond, Welcome to the Backyard chickens flock

 

[007Sean]

Howdy Raymond Happy to have you join the family. Enjoy your time here at BYC!
your intro! I do the same thing...although, not every morning and it's with pheasants, instead of chickens.

 

[Smuvers Farm]

Glad you're here !

A must have for your poultry is a FIRST AID KIT for any issues that would arise. (https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/suggestions-for-a-first-aid-kit.1150128/)
It's definitely better to have it and not need it rather than need it and not have it.

Also, make sure your coop(s) have a proper amount of VENTILATION. (https://www.backyardchickens.com/ar...-there-and-cut-more-holes-in-your-coop.47774/) Your chickens will absolutely thank you for it!

One last thing, if you're into gardening, feel free to join this years SEED SWAP (https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/seed-swap.1220129/)

 

[guinealeghorn]

Congratulations on your chickens, as well as finding THE one! I use BYC to gather lots of information about taking care of chickens. Don't be afraid to ask questions, as someone will certainly answer them!