How to create a duck pond that every duck will love
How to create a duck pond that every duck will love. I’m joining my favorite monthly challenge group, Decor Enthusiasts to share an outdoor project. You will find the links at the end of this post.
Ever since I can remember, my husband has always wanted a small pond in the backyard. A pond where ducks or fish would live. Something that would fit in to the natural landscape of the backyard. About 7 years ago, we actually created our first water feature aka pond. We enjoyed the trickling sounds of the water and the way it looked. What we didn’t like is that it had no drainage, power or liner. We actually poured cement and stone for the bottom and sides. Pretty but not so practical. When cleaning and draining became more difficult we decided to start all over.
So we, really meaning he, tour it all up and did his homework on how to really build an amazing backyard pond. For almost 2 years I have looked at a hole in the backyard waiting….and waiting for the rebuild to begin. For the longest time people would come to the house, look in the backyard and ask if that was where the pool was going. When it rained and filled up, my gal pals would ask if they could skip the high price spa and come over for a mud bath. Funny thing was, the kids actually did think it was the swimming pool, or swimming hole as we call it in the country.
The Reveal
So after two long years , the new pond is just about finished. This time around it has proper drainage and a liner. It also has an amazing filtration system. And best of all it has ducks! We still have rock to put in place on the ends and a walkway on the far end of the pond to build.
I can’t wait to tell you all about how Quackers and Waddles are adjusting to the new digs and pond life around Duke Manor Farm. Spoiler…..they are adjusting quite well. We hope to finish things up in the next couple of weekends. I will share how we built our pond, the costs, and other helpful tips on how to create a duck pond that every duck will love. Just as Quackers and Waddles. Until then, for more of my outdoor projects click here.
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Oh i love it. The kids had the right idea the first time around. It really is gorgeous and ducks too, how fun is that.
It’s quite the duck’s life over at Duke Manor! I am in love with the ducks. Do you have to worry about them leaving or do they pretty much stay where placed? I can’t tell you how much I love this!!! Love listening to water.
It will be so enjoyable to sit and watch the ducks in their own little world. Your entire back yard is a paradise! XO
you are too sweet Christy..thanks!
Oh how much fun is that! The first one was nice too! Bet your kids love it! 🙂 As I’ve said a million times….I love your home and yard!! xo
fun until the kids start swimming with the ducks!!
Wow! It’s gorgeous! Love the fountain! I could sit out there all day listening to the water. The ducks seem to be enjoy it! Hope you are enjoying it too!
The pond looks amazing Laura…what an oasis you have created for your family and Quackers and Waddles…..You and your hubby are certainly providing your precious ones with so many beautiful memories that they will treasure always…..when they eventually leave the nest/farm, they leave with the many wonderful stories of their childhood at Duke Manor Farm. Bravo you two!!! Happy Mother’s Day Laura!!!