I mainly hunt geese over water. In my opinion when geese come to water that is where they want to be "on water" they leave water to feed in fields. If I was in your shoes I would most deffiantly have floaters out and wouldn't worry about having any on shore, but every situation is different let the Geese tell you what they want. Also if it is late in the year they tend to be smater than in the beginning of the season and will approach with caution if at all. Good Luck