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Winni P · 03-28-2010, 11:50 AM

We have learned that geese need to be able to walk up to the yard, they will not fly in. So we had to block their swim-up access. We do this by stringing rope across our entire waterfront. The rope must be at the right height so they cannot swim over or under it. It is very time consuming and ugly to look at but it has been effective. We also got rid of all our bird feeders hoping our yard would become less of a destination for them. I would love an easier solution if anyone has any ideas - other than shooting them, although that idea is looking better after dealing with them for the last 5 years.

03-28-2010, 11:50 AM	#5
Winni P Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Saunders Bay Posts: 99 Thanks: 132 Thanked 20 Times in 15 Posts	Same problem here... We have learned that geese need to be able to walk up to the yard, they will not fly in. So we had to block their swim-up access. We do this by stringing rope across our entire waterfront. The rope must be at the right height so they cannot swim over or under it. It is very time consuming and ugly to look at but it has been effective. We also got rid of all our bird feeders hoping our yard would become less of a destination for them. I would love an easier solution if anyone has any ideas - other than shooting them, although that idea is looking better after dealing with them for the last 5 years.