Have you thought about training your chickens to come when called? I use a clicking sound with my tongue (the walk-trot cue... at least it was for my horses) an old habit that transferred to my chooks. If they're far away I call out "Here Chicky-chickens!" first to get their attention. Now, whenever I'm in the yard I can hardly move because they're constantly underfoot. I mean, they come running to me! So funny. And so easy to put them away any time during the day.
Here's one of my favorite articles on vinegar, garlic and DE that includes other helpful links, if you're interested.
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