Can I leave chicks in the run overnight?

[Kurakurakulaku]

Day 4 having my 6 weeks chickens. I still have to chase them, pick them up (I think they hate me ) and place them in the coop. I will need to come home very late this weekend. Is it ok to leave them in the run (I predator proofed as much as I could with the apron, and 1/2” wire) overnight? Or is it safer to keep them in the coop since noon and provide little food and water? I don’t prefer food in the coop honestly…need your suggestions! Thank you.

 

[citymeetscountry]

What is very late exactly? I think it more comes down to your comfort level/if you believe it’s predator proof enough or not.