Learn to duck

Kindness, with a little parking-lot mischief.

Clear, practical guidance for understanding the Jeep ducking tradition, taking part respectfully, and choosing what to carry.

Short answer

What is Jeep ducking?

Jeep ducking is a community tradition in which someone leaves a rubber duck and a friendly note for another Jeep owner. It is meant to be a lighthearted act of kindness. Keep the placement safe, avoid damage, and respect the owner and vehicle.

Good ducking is

Friendly. Safe. Optional.

  • Leave kindness, not a chore.Use a friendly note and make the surprise easy to understand.
  • Protect the vehicle.Do not wedge, attach, or place anything where it can scratch, block vision, or interfere with driving.
  • Respect the owner.If someone does not want to participate, let the tradition move along without judgment.