THIS WEEK—

I used the .410 shotgun to shoo a pair of Canada Geese from the pond’s island.

Already they were examining the terrain there for its suitability as a nesting site; completely ignoring my prominently displayed “No Goose Trespassing” sign.

Shooting from the upper deck simply produces a loud blast and rains tiny bird-shot upon them which is harmless but effective.

Yes, it’s a delight to watch them defend their nesting territory and raise their brood.

But, messy coexistence for months thereafter is substantially less than delightful.

Maybe I need a bigger sign.