This month, migrant and resident Canada Geese are settling in for their annual nesting season. During this time, they will choose their territory and young adults will select their lifetime mates. Once they have established their nesting grounds and begin laying eggs, Canada Geese become extremely difficult to remove and problematic for homeowners and business owners. If the geese have used the property in previous years, the challenge is even greater.

Pest goose infestation can result in serious property damage, health hazards and liability caused by dropping messes, as well as a general nuisance for residents, neighbors, and workers. Geese are especially territorial this time of year and are likely to display aggression toward anyone that gets too close to their nests. Goose attacks can result in physical injuries, falls, sprains, broken bones, head trauma, emotional distress and more.

Not-So-Fun Fact: Each Canada goose produces at least a pound of droppings per day!

Steps can be taken right now to prevent pest goose infestation before nesting season is in full swing:

1) Create an inhospitable environment by making landscape alterations. Allow grass around ponds and other water sources to grow long, restricting convenient access. Plant trees and bushes to eliminate large open areas, making pest geese fear that predators may be hiding nearby.

2) Use an alarm-call repeller such as the GooseBuster to unleash an audio attack on pest geese. The GooseBuster is a one-of-a-kind device that uses the naturally recorded alert and alarm calls of the Canada goose. Alert calls indicate uneasiness or concern about potential danger, while Alarm calls are warnings of immediate danger requiring evacuation. These distinct communication signals are recognized instantly by Canada geese, causing them to flee the area and discouraging them from returning.

3) Visual scares are extremely effective at repelling pest birds. Turn on spotlights or strobe lights at night to harass the geese. Install predator decoys on the property, such as a coyote replica for lawns or a floating gator head in ponds.

4) Apply taste aversions to grass where the geese are nesting. A biodegradable food-grade repellent liquid, like Bird Stop, makes treated foliage taste terrible to geese, eliminating their food source.

Bird-X recommends goose-proofing your property before nesting season so that geese learn to take up residence elsewhere. If geese have already nested on your property this year, be prepared to move them in late May after their eggs have hatched and when molting season is about to begin. Try combining the GooseBuster alarm-call repeller with other efforts for maximum results. The GooseBuster was developed using scientific research and field study and is the most comprehensive goose repeller in the world.

Courtesy of Bird-X, Inc. with technical information from Dr. Philip Whitford Emeritus Professor, Capital University. Dr. Whitford has a PhD in biological sciences, specializing in animal behavior. He also has BS and MS degrees in wildlife management. The findings from his extensive studies of the Canada goose have been presented in over 100 publications.

About Bird-X

Bird-X is the leader in producing humane pest and bird repellent products, since 1964. We offer the most comprehensive line of bird control products that are humane, non-toxic and eco-friendly. Our bird deterrents range from state-of-the-art laser technology to sonic/ultrasonic bird control, goose and pigeon repellents, bird netting, bird spikes, visual scares, and animal sound repellers.

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Webucator, a leader in technical and business training, has announced two webinars that introduce attendees to the basics of web design. Attendees can start developing fresh web pages by attending these webinars. Each webinar will focus on introducing key web design concepts. Those interested in learning Dreamweaver should attend Get Started with Adobe Dreamweaver on October 27. Anyone looking to learn HTML is invited to Introduction to HTML on December 14. Each webinar will provide helpful tips and suggest key resources. Below are the details for both webinars.

Get Started with Adobe Dreamweaver Webinar: This webinar will discuss the capabilities of Dreamweaver and talk about planning your website. Attendees will learn about the interface, get a quick introduction to the tools, and watch as a very simple HTML page is created. There will also be Introduction to Dreamweaver course giveaways! Webinar will be held on October 27 at 1pm ET. Click to sign up for the Dreamweaver webinar.

Introduction to HTML Webinar: This webinar will explore basics of web design, the evolution of HTML, and the basic structure of an HTML page. Attendees will learn about resources to help them develop their web design skills. Selected attendees will win a free Introduction to HTML course. The webinar is scheduled for December 14 at 1pm ET. Click to sign up for the HTML webinar.

About the presenter: Allison Kenien has a passion for publishing content, both on the web and in print. She has a wide range of experience with Adobe products, including Dreamweaver, InDesign, Illustrator, and Acrobat. She is the manager for the Syracuse Adobe User Group. Connect with her on Twitter @AllisonKenien.

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Training developer InfiniteSkills has now released a new HDR Photography Tutorial Video Course that introduces the basic concepts behind high dynamic range imaging and goes step by step through the production of professional quality HDR images. With 3 hours of hands-on lessons, the course moves from planning to shooting to HDR processing and image correction. The lessons include extensive guidance on using Photomatix and Adobe Photoshop to create both realistic and hyper-realistic digital photos.

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After the success of our Photoshop for Photographers course, we knew there was a demand for real world training in photography skills, said Colin Boyd, sales director for Infinite Skills. So weve put together a unique hands-on course on HDR, a quickly growing set of techniques changing the way many professional and amateur photographers go about their work.

The HDR imaging training course is led by Andy Anderson, a world class trainer who has authored 17 books and led training seminars for companies and institutions as diverse as Boeing Aircraft and The White House. Andersons professional history and perspective frame many of the photography lessons, as he explains even advanced theory and technical details in discrete steps that even beginners can understand.

The HDR tutorials begins with a basic definition of dynamic range, exposure, and the ways high dynamic range techniques are used by different photographers. After establishing the basic background, the lessons move right into camera controls and shooting techniques, with tips for a wide range of cameras, from basic consumer models to DSLRs. The next chapters focus on uploading the raw images and effectively managing and processing them on a computer, using Adobe Photoshop and Photomatix by HDRSoft. Anderson covers merging, tone mapping, exposure fusion and more.

Andy is a natural with a camera, and hes able to bring his enthusiasm and professionalism into every lesson he does, said Chris Johns, content coordinator for InfiniteSkills. That means tutorials that are very, very informative but also fun to watch. Absolutely anyone can learn pro-level techniques from this training.

The InfiniteSkills HDR Photography course closes with lessons on fine-tuning images and dealing with common challenges often encountered in the process. Anderson shows how to deal with excessive image noise, enhance dull images and produce HDR effects with black and white photos.

The complete HDR Photography Training Video series can be ordered directly from Infinite Skills as a Mac and Windows-compatible DVD-ROM or as an instant download from the HDR tutorial page. The course includes sample images that allow viewers to follow the onscreen examples and begin learning without existing media. The full package retails for USD $ 99.95 and can be purchased worldwide.

Free demo tutorials and a complete listing of chapters included can be found on the product page.

http://www.infiniteskills.com/training/learning-hdr-photography.html

About InfiniteSkills Inc

InfiniteSkills is a leading provider of professional training solutions on best-selling creative software, productivity applications and programming languages. With a dual focus on technical innovation and customer service, the company continues to find new ways to deliver educational content to individuals and organizations around the world.

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