. We really did not do anything. They eventually catch on. Do not be surprise that even on occasion that you will find eggs in strange places. It happens. Congratulations!
Well…if you find anything that works, let me know and I will do the same! I have the curtains pinned and wooden eggs (the one that came with the box and several others). I even sprinkled “nest box herbs” thinking they might draw attention. Second egg was left in the same place the first one was yesterday, even though I fluffed the bedding so the “nest” she created was gone. My kids (adult) are caring for them in my absence this week and are going to put some straw in to see if that is more enticing. If I knew for sure which one was laying I would put her in the box with the bar up like they suggested but I’m not 100% sure which of the 19 (well, really of the 6 older girls) is the one. Sigh…so far the eggs have been clean and safe down there so that is a plus!So you and I are in the same boat... I have the same nest box, but have yet gotten anyone to use it!
My plan is to start them out with the curtains pinned back and regular nest pads inside. Maybe even put some furniture in front of it so it's easier to jump inside. Once I get consistent laying, I'll switch to the plastic pads that let the egg roll out.
