KELOWNA–No one enjoys goose droppings when they’re hanging out barefoot on the beach or trying to have a picnic in the park.
The City of Kelowna has applied for, and received, a permit from Canadian Wildlife Services to scare Canada’s national bird away.
The city will be allowed to use lasers, falcons, dogs and loud noise makers to discourage geese from congregating in Kelowna’s parks and beaches.
The city says goose droppings are not just annoying, they can affect beach water quality. Geese can also damage sports fields turf.
Goose management will happen Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. until 4 p.m. year round, but with more intensity in spring and fall.
The “scare tactics” are used in conjunction with the “egg shaking” program coordinated by Okanagan Valley Goose Management.
More information about goose management is avalable at okanagangooseplan.com and kelowna.ca/parks.