Pullets on verge of laying? Maybe?

[BroosterSpringsteen]

I have 8 hens, half born in June, half born in July, and the older ones are on the verge of laying. They're not really showing any signs other than wattles coming in, and combs changing color. I live in the mountains. We've already starting getting occasional light snow. They are a mix of breeds. Is it too much to hope I might get eggs before winter? If they do start, will they stop again and take a break when it gets really cold?

 

[Carrie Lynn]

My August chicks were laying by January and laid thru the winter.

 

[Fred's Hens]

First year pullets will generally lay right through their first winter. For me, that is a reason to always have first year pullets in the mix.

 

[BroosterSpringsteen]

Oh good! I was hoping that might be the case. I think it's time to put a few plastic eggs in their nesting boxes. I think I just saw my Easter Egger squat!