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At this time of year, the Canada geese on campus are nesting and can become protective and sometimes aggressive.

If a goose happens to approach you, here are some helpful tips to keep in mind: 

• Geese have excellent vision and pay close attention to the eyes and body language of humans and other animals. It is best to remain calm and/or ignore the animal and continue on your way.
• If a goose does become aggressive, maintain direct eye contact while facing your body directly towards it. 
• Do not turn your back or shoulders away, and do not close or squint your eyes.
• If a goose approaches you aggressively and hisses or spreads its wings, back away slowly, while ensuring your path is clear.
• Do not cower, hide your face, turn your back or run. 
• Do not yell, kick or act hostile in any way. 
• If a goose flies up towards your face, duck or move away at a 90-degree angle to the direction of flight while facing the goose.

For more information, contact Lorrie Hennig, Finance and Administrative Officer, Office of Campus Infrastructure and Sustainability, at ext. 3620.