Ready To Learn The Ways of the Cluck

[Mirth Cottage]

Hi!!
I’m beginning the process of finding a property that will allow me to achieve my dream of having chickens of my own! It will take a bit of time to sell my condo and purchase a new place but I want to start my research now so that when I have my land I don’t get overly excited and make newbie blunders in the excitement of the moment.

I’m looking at properties in the southeast (anywhere from southern VA down through GA. Maybe even eastern TN?) Wide open options. I am obviously wanting to make sure I can legally have birdies wherever I eventually land. Heat-savvy birds, of course. Beyond that I’m sooo clueless. I have a list of breeds I adore based on videos, articles, and pictures (Orpington, Maran, Wyandotte, Americauna), but I’m hoping to learn from owners here what really works for you.

Where do I go from here (besides actually getting to my future property?)

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC.

Here are some helpful links:

• Great go-to resource - Articles
• Insightful feedback on how members manage their flocks - Topic of the Week back-catalogue

Best wishes

Pork

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello there and welcome to BYC!

This is a great place to start the learning! Definitely click on the link to Articles that @Pork Pie left for you, our Learning Center is loaded with helpful information on all the aspects of raising and keeping chickens.

And of course feel free to ask as many questions as needed along the way. Welcome to our community!

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to BYC.

 

[Mirth Cottage]

Thanks for the warm welcome, everyone!! This will be so much fun!!

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
Start by reading lots of articles and threads. Then you can think about planning out your coop and run. When you finally land your new home, you can start building the coop and run and get that done. THEN get chicks or started pullets. Enjoy the journey!

 

[ValerieJ]

Hi! Welcome to BYC! It's great that you are trying to learn all you can ahead of time. You'll have a better chicken experience right from the beginning if you do. Hope you enjoy this site and all it has to offer. I have learned so much here.

 

[CatWhisperer]

Welcome to BYC! Chickens are so much fun. Good luck in your property search. It’s great that you are learning ahead of time. That planning should save you many headaches and dollars.

 

[Building Bridges]

Welcome!! I like your plan! I am in almost the same situation....I can't have chickens where I am and plan to move to Connecticut (from Oho) in June. I will have chickens there so I started lurking here some months ago....wanting to learn as much as I can. I can tell you you've come to the right place! There are great people here with depth of knowledge and they are extremely friendly and willing to help. So....bring your questions, pull up a chair and share your dreams.....everyone here will celebrate with you when they come true!!! We are so excited that you joined us!!

 

[Nor-Cal Chickens]

Welcome to BYC! Chickens are hardy creatures so pretty much whatever breed you want shouldn't be a problem to keep. Good luck on your search for your future property!