NWCOA Goose Management Professional
June 14, 2024
Virtual-Online
June 21, 2024 In Person-Field Portion and Testing
You must complete both online and in-person to receive certification!
The goal of this two-day course is to provide practical real-world training to individuals and organizations interested in learning aspects of Canada goose damage management. Upon completion of this course and successful passing of a test, the WCO will become a NWCOA Certified Goose Management Professional, receive a certificate and have use of the logo.
Topics Include:
Biology: Taxonomy • Demographics • Physiology • Food Habits • Habitat Selection • Behavior
Damage Identification: Property • Disease • Attacks
Legal Issues: Local, State and Federal Laws
Public Relations: Stakeholder Engagement • Media Relations
Control Techniques: Habitat Modification Tactics • Exclusion • Effigies • Frightening Devices
Repellents & Chemical Safety: Chemical Safety • Application Guidelines
Capture & Goose Handling: Herding • Round Ups • Proper Handling Techniques • Euthanasia
Please dress for the weather and being outside, including: work clothes, rubber boots, gloves, insect repellent, hat and sun glasses.
Recommended Hotel:
Hyatt House Indianapolis/Fishers
11455 Ikea Way
Fishers, IN 46037
317-516-4988
Thank you to our Platinum Sponsors:
Thank you to our Educational Sponsor:
