Chicks in the garden

[FeatherstoneFrm]

I was cleaning out my very overgrown garden today and wondering at what age I can let my chicks scratch around in it. Are there certain plants and weeds I need to worry about?
They are only 2-3 weeks now and inside in a crate.
I am also working on cleaning and predator proofing a dog kennel for the coop run so they can spend some time outside.

 

[lazy gardener]

My chicks are brooded in a grow out coop, so have access to the ground at a very early age. Prior to using this set up, I took the chicks out for play dates any time the weather was above 60*. They do fine with a bit of wind protection. Of course you need to watch them like a hawk, b/c you can be assured that the hawks and all the other local predators will be watching them as well.

 

[FeatherstoneFrm]

My chicks are brooded in a grow out coop, so have access to the ground at a very early age. Prior to using this set up, I took the chicks out for play dates any time the weather was above 60*. They do fine with a bit of wind protection. Of course you need to watch them like a hawk, b/c you can be assured that the hawks and all the other local predators will be watching them as well.

Great! Thanks. I was sure if they were old enough but it is certainly warm enough to take them out for a short time.

 

[schatzi011]

I just bought my chicks yesterday. I think they are only a few days old. If it is above 60 deg F, can I bring them outside?

 

[schatzi011]

I've been bringing the chicks out every day, and they're getting more brave now and running around.