Volunteer dog owners are needed for the Goose Patrol at parks and beaches in Peachland to help scare away migratory birds without harming them.
A single Canadian goose can poop up to two pounds a day and this waste is a risk to human health and makes parks and beaches less enjoyable.
The district conducts regular cleanup of waterfowl waste at its parks and is a member of the Okanagan Valley Goose Management Program.
The Goose Patrol is another tactic in the fight to keep our public parks cleaner.
Birds can be scared, but not harmed. Dogs will need to be on leash while they patrol and will be given a high-visibility scarf to identify them.
Goose Patrol members may be allowed access to parks outside of regular hours. All volunteers will be vetted through an interview process.
Interested dog owners can call 250-767-2108 or email operations@peachland.ca for more information or volunteer.
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