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    Easter Egger Sexing "tips and tricks" *Pictures Included*

    Yay, thank you! I love her coloration so I would have kept her regardless but nice to have a confirmation of my initial assumption that she’s a hen. :):)
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    Easter Egger Sexing "tips and tricks" *Pictures Included*

    Thanks! Haha, yes I know!
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    Easter Egger Sexing "tips and tricks" *Pictures Included*

    Just found this thread and some of the info about coloring has me wondering about one of my young EEs… I didn’t suspect she was a rooster but now I’m wondering based on color - she is quite different in color than my other two. Pictures of her below, she’s about 8 weeks.
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    Deep Litter Method - Michigan

    Thanks @StinkyAcres ! The article you shared was really helpful. Gave me a lot to think about regarding the structure of my coop and level of nesting boxes, etc. for the deep bedding method. @hammyanne this is great to know because we have an attached run that I plan to winter-proof. If I can...
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    Deep Litter Method - Michigan

    Is the deep litter method a good option in northern climates? I'm in northern Michigan and will be moving my new flock outside probably at the end of April depending on the weather. They're currently 4-6 weeks old and it is still pretty cold here (got 4-6 inches of snow last night), but we will...
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    New from Michigan!

    That's awesome! Good luck with your flock! I am still learning, that's for sure. Last time I had chickens I had a close friend nearby with a flock of 20+ and she was a great resource. What breeds did you get?
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    New from Michigan!

    Hi Sally! We aren't too far from Eastport - we are in Charlevoix. That's great to hear there are several other Michganders/Mich-i-hens here :).
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    New from Michigan!

    My name is Emily and I just started a new flock by getting 7 chicks (1 week old now). We live in northwest Michigan and my kids (7 and 4 yrs) are very excited to have chickens. We love to spend time outdoors hiking and camping as a family and I also enjoy reading, fishing, hunting, and horseback...
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