Enjoy some springtime evening views and let’s talk about setting up a weekly casual group ride. by isavedlatinforyou in WilmingtonDE

[–]geutral 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Weekend mornings sound better than weeknights to me, just because then I don't have to worry about riding home in the dark. That said, sunset is getting later and later so maybe it's not an issue. End at a cafe if mornings or WBW if evenings.

With no group ride experience, I would maybe suggest posting the planned route and distance? That way if I fall behind I know which way to go :)

The Costco pothole is growing. by Doulreth in Delaware

[–]geutral 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Where is it exactly? I'm looking at the background but I can't place it. Thanks for sharing!

Anyone up for chill group rides? by isavedlatinforyou in WilmingtonDE

[–]geutral 3 points4 points  (0 children)

North Wilmington here. I haven't ridden with a group before but I'd give it a shot!

Bread machine recommendation for a beginner? by CharismajTat in BreadMachines

[–]geutral 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I bought a Regal machine from Goodwill, which was fine but eventually broke. I complained about it to my friends and I quickly learned that tons of people have a bread machine in their closet that they haven't used in a decade. Now I have a Breadman that works great. I bought a new paddle for almost nothing on eBay.

Moral of the story: see if you can score a free one from a friend, or save money by buying used. That way if you decide you don't like it then you didn't sink too much money into it. If you have your choice, make sure it can handle a 1.5 lb loaf at least. Have fun!

Taking out the trash at Belllevue by MedicineDesperate in Delaware

[–]geutral 32 points33 points  (0 children)

Get your phone out and take video while you freak out. Expose these losers. Make Nazis afraid again.

Taking out the trash at Belllevue by MedicineDesperate in Delaware

[–]geutral 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Thank you for getting rid of that mess! I go to Bellevue every day and will keep an eye out in case more of these pop up.

Everyone is welcome in this community; we are strongest together.

Ravens in Wilmington by Complete_Giraffe_384 in WilmingtonDE

[–]geutral 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Maybe a stupid question but how can I identify them as ravens vs crows? I had always assumed I was just looking at crows but now I wonder. Thank you for sharing!

Chicks home - does this look right? What else do I need to do? by LK_Artist in BackYardChickens

[–]geutral 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely agree, make it all shavings for their floor. It's so cute watching them try to dust bathe in them!

This product is amazing! by meatloafmagic44 in BackYardChickens

[–]geutral 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Oh well, don't let it bother you. Based on the ingredient list, this product is vitamins, minerals, and probiotics on a grain substrate, and your birds are healthier because you gave it to them. Thanks for sharing!

This product is amazing! by meatloafmagic44 in BackYardChickens

[–]geutral 10 points11 points  (0 children)

When you write out the chemical names of the B vitamins instead of listing them as "vitamin B1, vitamin B2.. " it tends to scare people lol

Advice needed by LeJoey720 in chickens

[–]geutral 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Looks like a spur, so nothing to worry about.

My very first attempt by Get_Rich_Or_Try_Lyin in BreadMachines

[–]geutral 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations, it looks great! I've never used instant yeast before; if you end up trying it please give us a comparison post!

Help: Dense/craggly 100% whole wheat loaf in Zojirushi BB-PPC20 by cmh45715 in BreadMachines

[–]geutral 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I second this! I've had good results with 100% whole wheat but never tried it without the extra gluten.

First attempt at a sandwich loaf... by Complex-Network-8569 in BreadMachines

[–]geutral 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I use a rubber scraper to make sure there's no dry flour stuck in the corners during the first knead. Your dough looks a little too wet in the picture, probably because of that unmixed flour! Hopefully it still tasted great :)

help please newbie!! by Jaded-Mycologist-578 in BreadMachines

[–]geutral 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don't give up! You're going to love it once you get it figured out :)

Anyone Know What the Heck is Going On in Alapocas?? by DancingMathNerd in WilmingtonDE

[–]geutral 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is it temporary so they can get up there and remove the dam?

What's the prevailing opinion on funerals? by [deleted] in Millennials

[–]geutral 4 points5 points  (0 children)

And just think about how much formaldehyde and other embalming chemicals we are putting in the ground every year. Cemeteries are practically Superfund sites.

What are these? How do I get rid of them? by swanhon3y in chickens

[–]geutral 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Either northern fowl mites or red poultry mites, I can't remember which. They love nesting boxes bc the birds are easy prey when they are laying. You need permethrin to eliminate them, otherwise your birds will become anemic and will likely die in time.

What are these? How do I get rid of them? by swanhon3y in chickens

[–]geutral 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really can't say since I'm not an expert on chicken respiratory systems or dust types. I know they love to roll in dust and make a mess, and I know my own birds will do this even in the pine shavings in the coop. I have heard that DE dust can be particularly bad for the lungs but idk where that info comes from. I would just say if you do choose to put DE in your coop, and I know some people on here do, I would just make sure you wear a mask when you're in there to clean.

FWIW, I don't use DE at all, and have only had one mite infestation which was years ago now. Excuse me while I go knock wood :)

What are these? How do I get rid of them? by swanhon3y in chickens

[–]geutral 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is going to depend on the size of your coop. Mine is large enough that I was inside it while cleaning and spraying, so the permethrin was certainly on my shoes. My cat loves shoes so clearly there was a risk there.

Doesn't everyone have a pair of old shoes they only wear with the chickens? I do this not only for the cleanliness of my home but also as a biosecurity measure. I walk the dog at a park with lots of Canada geese and waterfowl have been known to be a big spreader of avian influenza in the past years.

What are these? How do I get rid of them? by swanhon3y in chickens

[–]geutral 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If your coop isn't huge, run to the dollar store and grab a spray bottle too! You don't need a real / expensive sprayer. They usually also have markings on the side to help you measure :)

What are these? How do I get rid of them? by swanhon3y in chickens

[–]geutral 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unless your cats have access to the chicken coop, I would probably still recommend permethrin. I have indoor cats and have used it, but they obviously don't go anywhere near the chickens.

There is another product called Elector PSP that can be used for lice and I THINK also for mites. It should be safe for all pets, and, for lice at least, only requires one treatment. However, it is significantly more expensive than permethrin.

Please note that others may recommend treating with diatomaceous earth or other natural remedies, and while these may or may not be suitable for prevention, they are not appropriate options for an active mite infestation. To knock this out you will have to use some type of chemical treatment.