Preparing branches

[Jwhear]

I have some large branches that I would like to use for a playgym. I will scrub them with and soak them but my question is what else should I do.

they are pine and untreated, they are too bg to be baked. Should I strip off the bark or leave it on for them to chew?

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

[Peanutbutter]

"Also be certain that the pine for bird perches is dry pine that aged for as much as a year or two. Otherwise the pitch in the pine will be an awful thing for bird feathers."

Bird; Birds: Safe, Toxic Trees, Woods. Safe Tree Wood. Parrots. Parrot cages.

Not sure... about pine. Other woods that are too big to bake can be rinsed in vinegar:water (50:50 ratio), let sit for 10 minutes, rinse. Sunbake for a few days.