Burn barrel ashes?

by Judy
(Eastern Oregon)

I have 10 hens (Barred Rocks and Golden Sex Links). They have a large fenced run. What would happen if we dump the burn barrel ashes in there? My thought was that they would enjoy dusting their feathers in it. What do you think? Good idea or BAD?

MEG: I RECKON GOOD - THEY DO LIKE DUSTING IN IT AND IT HELPS CONTROL VERMIN