Preening Goose by Chris BoonePreening is a bird's way of grooming its feathers to keep them in the best condition. While preening, birds will remove dust, dirt and parasites from their feathers and align each feather in the optimum position relative to adjacent feathers and body shape. Most birds will preen several times a day to keep themselves healthy. Master Carver, Chris Boone began carving decoys at the age of twelve. His first carving tools were a gift from his parents who