This summer, the United States celebrates its 250th birthday, and there will be parades, fireworks, and bunting on every Main Street Meanwhile, the oldest American tradition on your block will be out back rather than on the parade route Backyard chicken keeping is older than the nation itself, and the good news for anyone carrying on that tradition today is that several of the very same classic American chicken breeds that helped settle the country are still scratching around farmyards right now In this guide we round up seven founding breeds and take a close look at the oldest
Rare Chicken Breeds to Add to Your Flock
It is chick season, and whether you are expanding an established coop or simply dreaming about new feathered friends, now is the perfect time to explore rare chicken breeds These uncommon birds bring color, personality, and a little extra wow factor to any backyard flock If you have ever scrolled through breed photos and felt your heart skip a beat, you already know that chicken math is very real The good news is that adding a few unique varieties to your flock is easier than you might think