I don't know what state you are in but it really doesn't matter. ducks and geese have to have water. no water no birds. just that simple. start by finding lakes rivers /creeks around you. go out at first light and in the evening and drive around looking at the water that you found. most of the time the birds will fly in the morning and the evening. keep watching the horizon and watch for flocks, then fallow them. It's easier to see them in the air than on the water. Your pond sounds good but you will shoot it out quick so don't just count on that. good luck and welcome to the fold!