Question about run size needed

[Ryguy3684]

I have 10, Buff Orpingtons that are 7 weeks old. Their coop floor space is 60 square feet. The covered run is 50 square feet. They free-range my fenced in back yard every day. I know they recommend 10 square feet per bird, of run space. Since they are mostly free-range, is that size run okay when we go away for the occasional weekend? I just want to make sure I'm not causing any crowding issues on the occasion they are left in the coop/run for a couple days. Thanks for your input.

 

[Pork Pie]

The space you mention is fine, providing that they free range all year round. This link is helpful - Space requirements

 

[aart]

Since they are mostly free-range, is that size run okay when we go away for the occasional weekend?

I would go bigger...if you are going to be away regularly...and just because free ranging is great until it's not and it's very good to have adequate sized secure enclosures when needed.