Amber link

[jdp]

Hi, I just acquired 10 Amber link hens (18 weeks old) and was wondering how soon to let them free range safely.
(1) Are you new to chickens / when did you first get chickens?
20 yrs ago
(2) How many chickens do you have right now?
10
(3) What breeds do you have?
Amber link (18 weeks old)
(4) How did you find out about BackYardChickens.com?
Surfing
(5) What are some of your other hobbies?
?
(6) Tell us about your family, your other pets, your occupation, or anything else you'd like to share.
Retired, have horses and I Like eggs
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[Kiki]

We are glad you joined this flock!
Jump right in and make yourself at home.
Let them out to free Ange when ever you have time to sit and watch them.
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[Joeschooks]

There’s so many helpful, knowledgeable folks here and I’m sure you’ll find this site a very useful resource. It’s great to have you here

 

[NonnasBabies]

I know you'll enjoy it here!! I've only dealt with getting older chickens with only my first 4. I keep them in the coop/run (mine was all open together) for a few days before I let them free range. At dusk they were right on the roosting ladder!!

 

[theoldchick]

Hello! The age to allow a flock to free range is up to what breed you have, the weather, and how many predators you have lurking out there. Usually people put a flock out at about six to eight weeks. https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/what-age-can-chickens-free-range.562244/

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC. I would recommend a week to allow them to adjust to their new home/coop/run.

 

[drumstick diva]

Welcome to Backyard chickens.

 

[007Sean]

Howdy

Glad to have you here with us!

 

[N F C]

It's nice to have you here, thanks for joining us!

 

[rjohns39]

Hi and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us