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A lot of people are discovering chickens like a swing, and in time learn now to make it go. You can also get them toys like a KONG for dogs, where you can stuff treats in the openings and they have a ball trying to get them out. Also sprigs of thistle (like for canaries) some parrot toys (strongly built) and small jungle gym type layouts. Honestly chickens do not need to free range to be happy - it's humans that assume it, because freedom is precious to us.

If you have time , patience and treats - some people clicker train their chickens to do simple tricks. Others have even built chicken sizes agility items like used for dogs. There are some very smart chickens out there, if given a chance to use their brains.
 
That's awesome, I'm getting very excited to set up activities for them. Kong idea is good too... And an obstacle course would be very fun also. Thank you all for sharing these ideas. I think you are right, it will make me feel better about not letting them free range... If they are happy, entertain, healthy, and not getting taken out by birds of prey, and all will be well.
 

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