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Quote: That was the compromise we finally made...... We clipped one wing on everybody (Very easy to do) and now they are in a pen with a 5 foot fence untill about 2-3pm.... everyone has laid there eggs ( got 4 last two days!!!) and then they get the rest of the day to free range. Since they...

A little update........ So hubby and I decided to clip the girls wings the other night....... I have to say much easier than I thought! They are now unable to get out of there little yard ( Yippee ) and I am happy to report I got 3 eggs today.... all in the nest boxes ( another Yippee !! ) I...

Quote: Yeah.....I gave that up awhile ago !!! LOL

digitS' : Sure, we understand. But, after you get Alcatraz built, try just letting them free range in the late afternoon. Steve I will.... I tried making a yard for them just for the morning... but apparently a 5' fence is not adequate.....little stinkers!!!

Oh yes FLIES... Forgot to add that to my gripe list ~~ I really hate to have to lock them up.....mine also LOVE there freedom..... luckily you get most of your eggs in the nests....mine are hiding theres or not laying !!! Thanks for listening!

A little venting..... So when I started this whole chicken endeavor I was REALLY excited because we have a farm and I could let the chickens free range and be happy healthy natural....bla bla bla.... The farm "ambiance' of having a crowing rooster and cute little hens running around...