Hi from NC

[Noraaaaa]

Welcome to BYC!!!

 

[N F C]

Good info and links from the previous greeters! And of course, you can always post questions in the appropriate forum...there are lots of knowledgeable members here that can help out. Best wishes!

 

[leaferikson]

Hello, and welcome to BYC! Nice to meet you.

For the coop, make sure each bird has at least 4sq ft of coop space, 10-15sq ft of run space, roughly 12ft of roost, and 1sq ft of 24/7 ventilation. Depending on where you are located, you may need more space. If you free range a lot then you could get away with a bit less space, but that also depends on where you are located as well. If you get colder winters then you'll want more coop space since they'll spend more time in there.
I also recommend using 1/2" hardware cloth. Its the best to protect against predators. Don't use chicken wire since it has big holes and is very flimsy, predators can just rip right through it. You also want to have an apron around the whole coop and run to prevent digging animals from getting inside.

Thanks! I've seen these same rules all over so it's getting drilled in very well as I start drawing up a plan!

 

[janiedoe]

Welcome to BYC, and good luck with your plans!

 

[Burnt Brass Homestead]

Hi @leaferikson

You have come to the right place to get information on chickens (and more).

Please feel free to share pics of your chicks when you get them.

Welcome!

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC, and good luck in establishing your flock.

 

[Nomadicus]

Hello and Welcome to BYC. Glad to have you here with us in this fun and poultry loving community.

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello and welcome to BYC!

So glad you decided to join us. Make yourself at home here!

 

[GodLovesU]

Here’s the North Carolina thread:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=91762

 

[Jener8or]

I'm glad you joined! I hope this site is helpful at preparing for your chickens! We will be here if you need anything!

Thanks for joining and welcome to BackYard Chickens!