I'm originally from Ohio! That's one of the reasons we decided to get them.They do really well here in our mild winters and super hot & humid summers. I have some great contacts up there for some REALLY nice birds if you are interested.
I really love my Buckeyes. My rooster is a big boy and he's very good to his ladies and a great protector. He's only ever challenged me a handful of times. The last time was right after I had knee surgery. I think it was because I had a big bandage wrapped on my leg, but he decided to spur me and I turned around and gave him one giant kick, he went flying, and I've not had a problem since! My husband has never had a problem with him, but I think that's because I am out there much more than he is and would be considered Alpha.
Is that a typo that the contest ends 1/15/13? I haven't been on this site in ages, so I don't know if this was over long ago, but if you can win a 2014 calendar, it seems current....