1. Geese Problem by

2. Geese Bother Neighbors
Loud
Aggressive
Safety hazard near road
Public health concern
Droppings everywhere
Nesting area too close to public water supply

3. Listen!

4. Causes Geese Stay Barrier weeds cut around pond Native shrubs cut down
Hunting illegal
People feed

5. Possible Solutions Build shoreline barriers
Geese like to have escape route
They don’t like to fly over barriers
Use fencing, thick shrubs, etc.
Let grass around pond grow longer
Geese don’t like walking through tall grass
They like to eat younger (i.e., shorter) grass
Fine anyone caught feeding geese

6. West Bend River: Alternative Nesting Site
Away from traffic, homes, and the public water supply
Safer for goslings
Sounder Island and Jackman Point have marshy areas perfect for nesting

7. Summary Current situation All help would be appreciated
Unhealthy for homeowners
Unhealthy for geese
All help would be appreciated
Presented by Macon Road Neighborhood Association