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Kullerful

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Hi, my name is Lacy and I'm new to the group. My husband and I live in Chesapeake, VA, on 6 acres of wooded land. We moved out here 13 years ago and it's been a long time goal to have a small farm. We currently have two honey bee hives; we've been keeping bees for six years now.

We do not currently have any chickens. We are in the research/planning phase and almost ready to purchase our first chicken coup and built a goat shelter.

I heard about BackYardChickens.com from a Google search.

My husband and I have three adopted dogs: a Bluetick Coonhound, a Black & Tan Coonhound, and an American Pit Bull Terrier. I am the Executive Director of the Chesapeake Humane Society and my husband works for Hardywood Park Craft Brewery.
 
Greetings and welcome to BYC Lacy! :frow So glad you joined us. While on active duty I spent many years in the Tidewater area. Loved it but hated the traffic. Since you're interested in goats and already have bees, you might check out the sister site: http://www.backyardherds.com/ Lots of great goat folks over there and bee keepers as well. But for now, back to chickens...

There's a wealth of info, knowledge and experience shared in the multitude of threads. Browse around and see what interesting stuff you can find. By all means post away when the desire strikes you, especially if you have questions (provide as much detail/info as possible and pictures truly help)... With all the great folks here, generally someone will respond in no time at all. Please make yourself at home!

Oh, if you haven't done so already, PLEASE put at least your general location in your profile. It could be very important if/when you ask for or offer help or advice. You know, climate issues and such. I recommend at least your state as most folks won't be able to figure out where if you put anything more specific (county, town, street, etc) by itself. Old folks like me :old will never remember & look there first. To add it, mouse hover over Account top right and a drop down will appear. Click on Personal Details and scan down. You'll see the spot for Location. Then go to the bottom and save changes. Thanks! Hope you enjoy the site!
 
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Greetings and welcome to BYC Lacy! :frow So glad you joined us. While on active duty I spent many years in the Tidewater area. Loved it but hated the traffic. Since you're interested in goats and already have bees, you might check out the sister site: http://www.backyardherds.com/ Lots of great goat folks over there and bee keepers as well. But for now, back to chickens...

There's a wealth of info, knowledge and experience shared in the multitude of threads. Browse around and see what interesting stuff you can find. By all means post away when the desire strikes you, especially if you have questions (provide as much detail/info as possible and pictures truly help)... With all the great folks here, generally someone will respond in no time at all. Please make yourself at home!

Oh, if you haven't done so already, PLEASE put at least your general location in your profile. It could be very important if/when you ask for or offer help or advice. You know, climate issues and such. I recommend at least your state as most folks won't be able to figure out where if you put anything more specific (county, town, street, etc) by itself. Old folks like me :old will never remember & look there first. To add it, mouse hover over Account top right and a drop down will appear. Click on Personal Details and scan down. You'll see the spot for Location. Then go to the bottom and save changes. Thanks! Hope you enjoy the site!
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Thanks for the warm welcome! I'll be sure to check the sister website out as well. Thanks for the recommendation.
 
Welcome aboard to BYC family gr8 people tons of information loads of fun enjoy shake your tail feathers
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