putting my orchids outdoors should I cover them

[emg53]

It's time here in Central Florida to put my orchids outside. I have acquired quite a few since last year so I need more space. I have a great screened in area that we use to keep away the raccoons from our ripe pineapples which will work for most of my orchids. Right now I have my Den Nobles out there with out any cover. My problem is my catts. Should I use a solid cover so they don't get rained on and I can control the amount of water or should I just use a shade cloth and not worry about the daily afternoon thunderstorms in summer? They are planted in clay pots with course bark.