| 2024 Goose Nest & Egg Destruction season is rapidly approaching. Horsehead Lake Association has been issued a permit for Horsehead, Little John Brown, and Big John Brown Lakes. The permitted collection period is March 25 – May 9. If you are interested in participating and haven’t seen the training video previously, please see it at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0x8yK3q8fU. In 2023 there were 5 nests with 17 eggs reported during the season. There was also at least 1 nest with 5 more eggs found too late as the goslings were seen headed towards the water after hatching. Please report your successes and near misses to goose@horseheadlake.org. Our future and continued participation depend on reporting the results of activities under the permits. If there are questions or concerns, please use the email above. Some additional resources on Canada Goose from the Michigan DNR: Canada Goose Management Frequently Asked Questions Wildlife Damage and Nuisance Control Permits for Canada Goose Programs Informational Circular Non-Lethal Strategies for Resolving Conflicts with Canada Geese (information from the Humane Society of the United States) Thanks again for your interest. Mike Munsell |
Horsehead Lake, Little John Brown Lake, Big John Brown Lake
