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Started birds for 4-H\'er?

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Guest:

what I have done with my 4-Hers is get them some hatchery chicks to start with, so they can decide on a like/dislike list to grt know a bit more about the differant breeds they think they like.  in the fall is a great time to go shopping, closer to winter the better, as the breeders are unloading surplus stock, before the get the \"pleasure\" of overwintering too many birds.
The kid have gotten some real bargains that way..not always the exact breds desired, but still good investments and stepping stones for future show prospects.
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Guest:
Hi All.  We too learned the hard way about EEs and mixed colors, legs, and comb problems.  The local 4H and FFA in central IL don\'t all have same rules we are also learning.    Some require only this year born chicks.  We too are looking for SQ ameraucana chicks to start over with this year.  Growing some of our own from last years purchases, but dont know for sure what we are doing.  

Would love to purchase some sq for local 4H, FFA, and open Jr shows.  I love the bantams and standard sized furry faced characters and blue eggs.  I combined some from Cackle and McMurray and have some unusual 2nd year chicks.  lol

Does anyone in Central IL raise the \"real thing\"?  Help?  Thanks!

John:

--- Quote ---Would love to purchase some sq for local 4H, FFA, and open Jr shows
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The brown reds that Mike had posted for sale and just sold today would have been great for what you want.  
We only have two ABC members in IL.  Your best bet is to have a pair sent, if anyone has any left, or buy some at a show this fall.  Mike said in another Topic that he will probably have started birds for sale that can be shipped.  

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