NWCOA Goose Management Professional

The National Wildlife Control Operators Association’s (NWCOA’s) goal with 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. Register here.

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 sunglasses.