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How rubber ducks and Jeeps became part of a worldwide movement
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Pictures of rubber ducks on Jeeps have been all over social media lately. Maybe you’ve even discovered one on your own Jeep. What is happening? Jeep ducking, that’s what. Also referred to as “duck duck Jeep,” Jeep ducking is a game/trend/craze that has taken over the world recently, and it doesn’t show any signs of stopping. To help you get to the bottom of things, we’ve answered your most common questions about Jeep ducking, including what it is, where it came from, and how to get in on it yourself.
Things You Should Know
- Jeep ducking is a trend where Jeep owners put rubber ducks on other Jeeps for fun.
- To participate, buy rubber ducks and place them on random Jeeps you encounter. Include a note explaining how the game works.
- If you find a rubber duck on your Jeep, share a pic of it on social media and pass the duck along to another Jeep owner.
Steps
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Buy rubber ducks . Use the OG yellow rubber ducks, a colorful rainbow pack, or a themed variety (think holiday-themed rubber ducks or ducks dressed like pirates and astronauts). Any type of rubber duck is perfect! Some people even use inflatable rubber duck pool floaties . Definitely don’t be afraid to get creative. Just make sure you’re not damaging anyone’s vehicle. -
Create custom notes for your ducks. While discovering a rubber duck on your car with no explanation attached might be kind of fun (or maybe a bit ominous?), it’s much more fun for people if they know why they’re getting a rubber duck in the first place. Plus, by leaving a note that explains the game, you empower the stranger to pass on the duck and keep the ball rolling. Write directly on the duck itself, or attach a tag or slip of paper using a rubber band or elastic.- At a minimum, include something along the lines of “Duck duck Jeep” or “Your Jeep has been ducked.”
- Many veteran Jeep duckers also include a note prompting people to upload a picture of their duck to social media using the hashtags #duckingjeeps and #duckduckjeep.
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Place a duck on any Jeeps you encounter. Stash the ducks and notes you made in your car so you have them on hand. Whenever you spot a Jeep, place a duck and note on the driver’s side door handle, the hood, or at the base of the windshield. Just make sure it’s somewhere visible so the owner of the Jeep doesn’t drive off without seeing it!
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