by Terra Anders

Athletic stadiums are often the subject of much ballyhoo. When a new stadium opens up, the architecture, seating capacity, or technological gizmos are often praised as the latest and greatest. People flock to this new attraction to be part of the history of the stadium. But over time, something else flocks to the stadium. They are not interested in the design or technological tools. They could care less about the sculptures carved intricately into the stone ways. They don’t‘ even care if the home team wins or loses. They are birds: pigeons, doves, or sparrows to be more specific. Some may call them songbirds or feathered friends, but ball park maintenance teams call them by another name: Pests!