Goose Egg

About two weeks ago we had a pair of Canadian Geese nest here at the Upper Pond.  

I first noticed them on an early morning walk. My first encounter was a bit of a surprise.  What I thought would be a cordial greeting turned into a full on assault.  

One minute I’m admiring their grace and beauty and the next minute I’m ducking to avoid a head on collision.  After that we posted a goose warning sign and decided to gently encourage them to nest elsewhere. 

With the native pant sale coming up we certainly didn’t want to have an incident.  

One week later they had discovered a better piece of real estate on the opposite side of the pond away from the road and pedestrians.  

Everyone seems happy now and we hope to have 4 little goslings by the end of this month.  If you plan on visiting and want to see the nest look along the shoreline just below the caretaker’s cabin. Please be courteous and give them the space they need.  

They seem comfortable with the 15 feet rule. 

Plenty close for a great picture.