New to raising chickens!!

[Roksea]

I just bought 4 chicks today. I have never raised chickens before. I am a retired teacher and I bought them as a fun project for me and my grandchildren. Help!

 

[Queen of Spades]

Welcome to BYC!

 

[Debbie292d]

Hiya, and welcome to BYC!

Congrats on the new chicks!

Under the Articles tab, you'll find our Learning Center and articles like this one on how to raise chicks for their first six weeks: https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/brooding-chicks-the-first-6-weeks.74640/

We're glad you're here!

 

[dawg53]

Welcome to BYC.

 

[Callender Girl]

Congratulations on your foray into chicken keeping! Four is a good number to start with, and there will be plenty of learning opportunities for both you and your grandchildren.

This is a great community of knowledgeable and supportive folks who will be happy to help in any way possible.

Welcome to BYC; please don't hesitate to ask ANYTHING!

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.

 

[janiedoe]

Welcome to BYC, and congratulations on your new flock! I know your grands will enjoy the project!

 

[N F C]

Hi, follow the link to the Learning Center @Debbie292d provided and use the forums to ask questions. Make yourself at home, there are a lot of experienced poultry-keepers here to help you out.

 

[muddy75]

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC, and good luck with your chicks.