Chicks Arriving at North 40 Outfitters: Great Falls, Montana
It’s that time of the year—our North 40 stores are about to fill with a little extra noise and bustle, and you’re sure to hear a chirp or two when wandering the aisles. That’s because—you guessed it—the chicks are coming to North 40 Outfitters Great Falls, Montana beginning March 6.
Each North 40 store will offer a variety of popular chicken breeds to choose from, including the ever-popular Plymouth barred rock and the ultra-efficient and easy-to-raise white leghorn.
*Arrival dates and availability could change on a daily basis so play it safe and call ahead if you’re looking for a specific breed. Contact North 40 Great Falls at 406-761-7441. Breeds are subject to change.
Want to Raise Chickens?
Whether you’re an urban chicken farmer adding to an existing flock or you’re just interested in the idea of raising backyard chickens, visiting North 40 Outfitters during “chicks time” is a great way to learn everything you need to know about raising fowl for eggs and meat. Our in-store experts and other chicken aficionados are on-hand to answer all your questions and point you to the essential supplies your birds need.
If you want to research before you arrive, visit our raising chickens section on North 40.com There, you can learn the particulars of various breeds, including which might be best suited to our Inland Northwest climate. See What Chicken Breed(s) Should I Choose?
In addition, you can find articles on what to expect when you get your birds home, how much it might cost to raise your birds, and even what kind of feed to start your chicks on. Want to know how to transition your fast-growing chicks from the brood box to a permanent home? Check out this article: From Brood Box to Nesting Box.
Raising chickens for meat and eggs is an extremely efficient and healthy way to offset your grocery bill while teaching your family about where food really comes from. The first step in your own “raising chickens” adventure begins at North 40 Outfitters. Again, expect our birds to “land” on March 6. It pays to call ahead for final arrival dates and breed availability.
Note: If you just want to bring your kids to experience fun and magic of chicks, you’re completely welcome at North 40 outfitters.
List of Breeds At North 40 Outfitters in Great Falls, Montana
Roosters
- Assorted
Bantam Chicken Breeds (Straight Run Only)
- Assorted
- Black Frizz Cochin
- Black Silkie
- Blue Cochin
- Blue Silkie
- Buff Silkie
- Red Cochin
- Red Frizz Cochin
- White Silkie
Ducks & Geese
- Black Runner Duck (Straight Run)
- Blue Runner Duck
- Blue Swedish Duck
- Buff Duck
- Cayuga Duck
- Gold Star Layer Duck
- Khaki Campbell Duck
- Mallard Duck
- Rouen Duck
- Welsh Harlequin Duck
- White Crested Duck (Straight Run)
- White Star Layer Duck
- White Pekin Duck
- African Goose
- Chinese Goose
- Emden Goose
- Grey Tolouse Goose
Layer & Dual Purpose Breeds (Pullets)
- Amber White
- Ameraucana/Easter Egg
- Ancona
- Barred Rock
- Black Australorp
- Black Sex Link
- Blue Andalusian
- Brown Leghorn
- Buff Orpington
- Cuckoo Maran
- Deleware
- Golden Sex Link
- Light Brahma
- New Hampshire Red
- Partridge Rock
- Rhode Island Red
- Silver Laced Wyandotte
- Pullet Speckled Sussex
- White Leghorn
Meat Birds (Straight Run Only)
- Cornish Roaster
Turkeys & Guineas
- Black Spanish Turkey (Straight Run)
- Black Turkey (Straight Run)
- Blue Slate Turkey (Straight Run)
- Bourbon Red Turkey (Straight Run)
- Broad Breast White Turkey (Straight Run)
- Bronze Turkey (Straight Run)
- Narragansett Turkey (Straight Run)
- Royal Palm Turkey (Straight Run)
- Pearl Gray Guinea
Note: Meat Birds are not vaccinated for Marek's as they grow and are harvested in such a short period of time that they will not be affected by the disease. Ducks, Turkeys, and Geese are also not affected by Marek's.