So, yesterady, the chickens decided, while we were eating chicken dinner, to come into the middle yard. They decided to play under the roses. And there were a whole bunch of bugs for em to get. the decided to go to the back again, when Tux started stalking them. They have also started to go into their coop every night before we have a chance to get them in there. They just cuddle up in the corner and peep at each other.
A week ago, today, I retired 1536 flags. Was part of an Order of the Arrow service project. That was only about 1/3 of the flags that are help by the council that need to be retired. It was a great time out there at Camp Hahobas.
I think we need to find a home for lucky. He is starting to pick on the chickens now. When we feed the chickens,he decides he is going to come up ad share. But, he tried to drive them away. Personally, I think he would taste great, but Tan says no way. He is a pet and we ain't eating a pet. So, if anyone wants a carnivorous duck, jsut ask and he is your.
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Chicken pics
So, I'm 4 days into a blog...and I've already missed a day... So, now I am gonna write AND post a few pics...
First, the picture of my abused arm. While holding a Buff, she decided to get down. At no time did she ask if it was ok to get down, she just it was time. As she got down, she clawed the crud outta my arm.
No one ever said chickens hurt.
Now, a few of our chickens:
This is Lily holding one of our Silkies. The Silkie's name is Silkie. Lily loves her chickens.
Lucky, the carnivorous, water-intolerant duck.
That's it for yesterday's blog. After a while, I'll post some more on life on a chicken ranch.
First, the picture of my abused arm. While holding a Buff, she decided to get down. At no time did she ask if it was ok to get down, she just it was time. As she got down, she clawed the crud outta my arm.
No one ever said chickens hurt.
Now, a few of our chickens:
That's it for yesterday's blog. After a while, I'll post some more on life on a chicken ranch.
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Quail eggs and Chicken claws
Today's subject shallbe....Starting the quail eggs.
So, while at the beach this last week, we went to the Painted Lady Lavender Farm. SUPER place to get lavender plants (we got 1 white and one purple plant) and a great place to also get quail eggs. They will also give you a tour and let you try (yes, eat) many of their plants. Would wouldn't believe how good their lilies are.)
We have gotten eggs there 3 times before. The first time, we hatched 4/6 eggs (And still have 2 of them). The seconds and 3d time, I screwed up the incubation and none hatched. Before, they have always been free. This time, however, they charged. We got one dozen for 6 dollars, which isn't too bad at all.
Yesterday, we got out the incubator and started it heating up. We have to keep it at 100 degrees for the full 23 days until they hatch. But first, you have to get it steady at 100 degrees. It has to maintain the temp for about a day, to make sure its not still heating or cooling off. So, all yesterday, it stayed just right. Last night, we placed the eggs in there and now, the waiting begins. This morning, we filled out Lily's calender with the 23 day count down and also, in the middle, the first day of school....
We have decided to let the chickens range the back yard because they were picking on the quail. The quail stopped laying, for now, but we are hopeful they will start again in the next 2-3 days. While holding Ginger, our big Buff, she decided to get down. And let me tell you...if a chicken doesn't wanna be held, then let it go. You wouldn't believe how sharp chicken talons are. So, after washing it up real good, I put bag balm on it. Now, I really feel like a farmer.
That's it for today..tomorrow, pictures of eggs and chickens...
So, while at the beach this last week, we went to the Painted Lady Lavender Farm. SUPER place to get lavender plants (we got 1 white and one purple plant) and a great place to also get quail eggs. They will also give you a tour and let you try (yes, eat) many of their plants. Would wouldn't believe how good their lilies are.)
We have gotten eggs there 3 times before. The first time, we hatched 4/6 eggs (And still have 2 of them). The seconds and 3d time, I screwed up the incubation and none hatched. Before, they have always been free. This time, however, they charged. We got one dozen for 6 dollars, which isn't too bad at all.
Yesterday, we got out the incubator and started it heating up. We have to keep it at 100 degrees for the full 23 days until they hatch. But first, you have to get it steady at 100 degrees. It has to maintain the temp for about a day, to make sure its not still heating or cooling off. So, all yesterday, it stayed just right. Last night, we placed the eggs in there and now, the waiting begins. This morning, we filled out Lily's calender with the 23 day count down and also, in the middle, the first day of school....
We have decided to let the chickens range the back yard because they were picking on the quail. The quail stopped laying, for now, but we are hopeful they will start again in the next 2-3 days. While holding Ginger, our big Buff, she decided to get down. And let me tell you...if a chicken doesn't wanna be held, then let it go. You wouldn't believe how sharp chicken talons are. So, after washing it up real good, I put bag balm on it. Now, I really feel like a farmer.
That's it for today..tomorrow, pictures of eggs and chickens...
Monday, August 15, 2011
Chickens in the yard
Don't really think there is a better set of sounds then sitting in the back yard and listening to Lily bounce on the trampoline and listening to chickens in their pen. Every once in a while, the quail will sound off with their little peeping or a louder call.
We have 2 Bobwhite Quail that are nearly 2 years old. We also have a duck named Lucky. He is a carnivorous duck. We could never figure out why we were not getting any quail eggs. Then, one day, we saw a quail lay an egg and Lucky immediately went over and ate it. In one fell gulp. After we found the duck pulling the feathers out of the quail, he was removed from the pen with them. Now, he is a free-range, carnivorous duck that hates water.
We also have 7 chickens: 3 Buff Orpingtons, 2 Silkies, and 2 Ameraucanas. One of the Buffs is named Ginger. She is the sole surviving chicken from our last bunch. Only a few days after we started letting them out to free range, no one was home and the dog was out. After the slaughter of 5 of the chicks, Ginger stood tall. Scared, but tall.
Tomorrow's subject....Starting the incubation of the new quail eggs....
We have 2 Bobwhite Quail that are nearly 2 years old. We also have a duck named Lucky. He is a carnivorous duck. We could never figure out why we were not getting any quail eggs. Then, one day, we saw a quail lay an egg and Lucky immediately went over and ate it. In one fell gulp. After we found the duck pulling the feathers out of the quail, he was removed from the pen with them. Now, he is a free-range, carnivorous duck that hates water.
We also have 7 chickens: 3 Buff Orpingtons, 2 Silkies, and 2 Ameraucanas. One of the Buffs is named Ginger. She is the sole surviving chicken from our last bunch. Only a few days after we started letting them out to free range, no one was home and the dog was out. After the slaughter of 5 of the chicks, Ginger stood tall. Scared, but tall.
Tomorrow's subject....Starting the incubation of the new quail eggs....
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