Are my chicks ready to go outside?

[Sandstorm]

I have two 6 week old silkies and two 6 week old frizzle Cochins that I’m wondering if can go outside or if I should wait a bit longer. I have a section of my chicken coop/run set up for them where my adult hens can see them but not touch them. It has a tin roof cover and a tarp on the side to block the wind. I heard silkies and frizzles can have a harder time adjusting to the colder temps so I just want to make sure I’m not sending them out to early.

 

[oldhenlikesdogs]

Are they acclimated to those temperatures? I personally haven't found silkies and frizzles to be less hardy. As long as they are used to those temperatures they will be okay. If not than you need to finish acclimating.

You could take them out during the day than back to the brooder at night for a week or so. It would also help for them to become familiar with the new area before you leave them out there.

 

[Sandstorm]

They have been indoors at about 72 degrees. They have not been outside at all yet.

 

[oldhenlikesdogs]

Than if possible start taking them out for a bit, lengthening the amount of time they spend out there. Another week or two and they should be ready to stay out. That's how I would do it.