If I get chicks in March, when will it be safe to start taking them outside?

[WingedFish]

If things go as planned, I will get day old chicks (standard sizes) in March. The question is, when is the age that I should start taking them outside and then completely move them outside? I'm based in Columbus, OH so the winter will start winding down by then.

 

[rollkeeg877]

i take them out when they don't hardly need light anymore i wean them into going outside its mostly when they have feathers on there backs

 

[chickenladylaur]

I know that where you are is a little bit warmer than where I am in Massachusetts so I'm not completely sure. I think the most important thing to go by is just watching the chicks. When you think it might be warm enough, you could take a few out. If they seem to be walking around comfortably rather than shivering or huddling together they should probably be fine. Good luck!