Manitoba Conservation is currently conducting an investigation following a discovery made by a grader operator in Garson, Manitoba. Scott Peluk, an employee of the Rural Municipality of Brokenhead, came across a group of deceased Canada geese while operating the grader near Road 33 E. in the northern part of Garson. Peluk estimated seeing around 15 to 20 geese carcasses, intact and not stripped of any meat, which he found concerning.
Although Peluk did not inspect the geese up close, he observed a few of them with apparent bloodstains. While the cause of death remains unconfirmed, Peluk speculated that the geese might have been shot illegally, potentially surpassing the legal limit for hunters to harvest in a single day. According to Manitoba’s hunting regulations, licensed hunters are permitted to harvest up to eight Canada geese per day within the designated game bird hunting areas, with a possession limit of 24.
Expressing his disapproval of wasting meat, Peluk took a photo of the carcasses and shared it on social media, hoping to raise awareness and possibly identify those responsible for the incident. He emphasized the importance of utilizing all parts of the hunted animals, especially during times of rising food costs. Manitoba Conservation has since collected the geese carcasses, and they are actively investigating the matter.
Peluk’s actions highlight the significance of ethical hunting practices and responsible resource utilization, urging individuals to respect wildlife and avoid unnecessary waste.