11th Annual Easter Hatch a Long 2020

[PetRock]

May I join this thread even though my eggs will hatch on Easter? I set
eggs last Sunday to give me something to look forward to during this period of isolation. When I looked at the calendar, I was excited to see that hatch day is Easter! I haven’t separated my breeding groups so the chicks will be mixed breeds. 3 Langshan roosters, 2 Pita Pinta roosters, and 1 Lavender Ameraucana rooster over 70 pullets and hens.

 

[Redhead Rae]

May I join this thread even though my eggs will hatch on Easter? I set
eggs last Sunday to give me something to look forward to during this period of isolation. When I looked at the calendar, I was excited to see that hatch day is Easter! I haven’t separated my breeding groups so the chicks will be mixed breeds. 3 Langshan roosters, 2 Pita Pinta roosters, and 1 Lavender Ameraucana rooster over 70 pullets and hens.

Direct message @casportpony with the numbers of eggs set.

 

[CindyinSD]

I thought you were using a Hovabator, because I found a post where you said so. My plan details (cell addresses, cells per quadrant etc..) were based on the Hovabator egg turner holding 42 eggs in a 7x6 grid...

Oh yes... I WAS planning on the Hovabator but I ended up with the Incuvue for some reason I do not now remember. It's a little bit challenging to keep on temp, but I'm happy with it since I've had good results. Easy to keep clean!

 

[CindyinSD]

I candled, today is day 3. All eggs have started developing. Some I could clearly see, some were pretty faint yet.

-Cracked Egg- I did however find another cracked egg that I missed when I candled when loading them in. It has development, so I’m hesitant to take it out, however I don’t want it to ruin the batch by going bad. Should I wax it, leave it or toss it?

I tried wax on some of mine and it got soft in the incubator but I think some waxes melt at a lower temp than others. I would try fingernail polish if I had some (which I don't). If I ever go to a store again, I may buy some for that purpose.

 

[Pensmaster]

I am interested!

Well it looks as if I’ll have extras. You are more than welcome to them if that’s the case. Yes Greenfire line

 

[Phillisy]

Thank you! I feel great, I just can't do a lot at one time without recharging the battery (aka a nap), lol. And I do like the warm weather, it just slows me down further. I would love to go to the beach for a bit, but they don't want people flocking to the beach right now.
I need to get the little ones moved outside to make room in the inside brooders for the upcoming hatch. That should keep me occupied!

Time to order in some sand and a kiddy pool?

 

[Jules929]

Time to order in some sand and a kiddy pool?

Maybe! I know I always feel better after spending time outside!

 

[CindyinSD]

I have work to do outside to prepare for all the chicks (25 1-2 week olds and 27 developing eggs). But my energy level hasn't returned to normal yet, and it is 86F already (feels like 89) with a high of 93 expected. Above average temps for weeks now.
I wish I had a pool!

Get a kiddie pool. Seriously... not as much fun but very cooling.

 

[Pensmaster]

I candled, today is day 3. All eggs have started developing. Some I could clearly see, some were pretty faint yet.

-Cracked Egg- I did however find another cracked egg that I missed when I candled when loading them in. It has development, so I’m hesitant to take it out, however I don’t want it to ruin the batch by going bad. Should I wax it, leave it or toss it?

New-skin worked real well for me. Saved a cracked egg once. I’m guessing clear fingernail polish would work the same.

 

[Pensmaster]

Nice!

Have you been on this thread yet?

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/the-pita-pinta-asturiana.920104/
@PetRock might be interested in roosters if they are from Greenfire

Yes I’ve read most of it. Good information @PetRock