Free range time

[onewing]

My hens get freed at 7:30 am daily is that too long to roam?

 

[Chick Charm]

Nope! I free range my chickens every day from 5:30 am till the go back in the coop at night. Obviously there are inherent risks you have to accept. But that is not too early.

Wish ya the best.

 

[A Chicken Owner]

I live in the city (free from hawks or any other predators). During summer, I leave the coop door open so they can get out whenever they want. If the sun rises at 5:00 am, they get free range from 5:00 am. I know this sounds dangerous but I've been doing this for about a year and so far nothing has gone wrong. There is no such thing as too much free ranging.

 

[BrendaJ]

I free range from 7 am till dusk most of the year. I just keep the run door open so they can come & go from coop/run as they want. It does increase the risk for predator attacks but we have been pretty fortunate. Best of luck with your flock