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Canada Goose Nest Platform
There are various types of nesting structures that will attract
Canada geese including a floating structure as described below. Cut
the material as shown and nail boards onto pole sections. Attach a
washtub or 10" high section of 55 gallon drum to the platform. Drill
drain holes through bottom of tub and cut an escape hatch 6" wide
and 4" high just under the top of the tub. This is for young geese to
exit the tub. Paint the tub an earth tone color and fill 1/3 full with
nesting materials such as grass or hay. Anchor the platform in 2-4 ft.
of water. Nesting structures should be at least 200 yards apart if
they are in view of one another. This will prevent territorial conflicts.
Anchor chain
Anchor chain
48"
48"
48"
48"
5-1/2"
5-1/2"
5-1/2"
5-1/2"
4"
4"
Materials
(1) 8" diameter cedar pole 12' long
(4) 2" x 6" x 8' boards
(1) 22" diameter round metal washtub
