It does get cold in Ganevoort... I grew up in Binghamton and my brother and his family lived in Saratoga Springs for quite a few years.
I'm not surprised that you found their new hiding place, I've had chickens for 4 years (anywhere from 15 - 50 hens) and have never had all of them stop laying at one time.
If you want more eggs over the winter, use a red heat lamp, but make sure it's secure and can't burn down your coop. Red reduces aggression in chickens.
Welcome!!
I'm not surprised that you found their new hiding place, I've had chickens for 4 years (anywhere from 15 - 50 hens) and have never had all of them stop laying at one time.
If you want more eggs over the winter, use a red heat lamp, but make sure it's secure and can't burn down your coop. Red reduces aggression in chickens.
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