Sir Quacks-alot: “Whoa, Nelly! Methinks I will fetch an ale! What say you?”

Cheese Duck: “Greetings from Duck-efeller Center. This looks like a nice place for a swim.”

Remember “Taxi Driver” with Robert De Niro? I saw this on MyRubberDucks.de and had to share it! You talkin’ to me?…..or is it…..You quackin’ to me?

Found this funny pic on the internet and thought it would be perfect for today. Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers out there! Hope it is just ducky!

There are so many duck races going on that I can’t possibly keep up here on Duckshow! However, a race hosted by Adirondack Interpretive Center is especially exciting because it is making history on 2 separate accounts!  First of all, they are using rubber loons (custom designed and made by Celebriducks) instead of the traditional rubber duck! Loons (for those of you not familiar) are waterfowl cousins of the duck from northern regions. They have short tails, webbed feet, and a laugh-like cry. Why rubber loons instead if the tradition duck? Because, loons are prevalent and very popular in the Adirondacks! The loon race will be the highlight of a daylong event called ‘Logs and Loons’ that will include programs and educational sessions.

The second reason this is a historical rubber duck event is because it is the first ever race in American history with real ‘Made in America’ rubber ducks….or in this case…rubber loons!  You can read the complete story of the making of the custom designed loons by clicking here.  And (in case you missed it) you can read about how Celebriducks is bringing the production of rubber ducks back to America where they were first invented here.

On May 26, 2012, a flock of 500 floating rubber loons will be dropped into the Rich Lake Outlet and race to the finish line 400 yards away. The race is part of the AIC’s celebration of its first anniversary under the leadership of the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF). Any member of the public who wishes to participate may sponsor an individual loon. Sponsors of the top finishers will receive prizes that include gift certificates to regional restaurants and shops and four free rounds of golf at the High Peaks Golf Course. Proceeds from loon sponsorships will support educational programs at the AIC.

The race takes place at 3pm on Saturday, May 26. To sponsor a loon or even purchase a piece of rubber duck history click here for info on the AIC website or contact Program Manager Rebecca Oyer at royer@esf.edu. Hurry up and get yours because they will go quickly! Just look at this cute little guy! How can you not sponsor him?!

The sensei gives some words of advice to the ducklings before they head out into the world…..

“Kill not the goose that lays the golden eggs, grasshoppers.”

Ducks: “Oh look! A package from Just Ducky! What’s in the box! What’s in the box! Let’s find out!”

A rumble was heard from inside the sugar container…..”Let me outta hyah! Let me outta hyah!”

Vegas Baby (the little duck for those who aren’t familiar): “Hey, give me a hand…..er wing….and let’s pry this thing open!”

Sugar Baby (that’s the name I’ve given the new duck): “Whew! What a long flight. It’s nice to finally be able to stretch out ma wings!”

Thank you so much for the gifts, Just Ducky! I love the Sugar Factory and the duck! Next year the duck and I can come out next year and visit! Woohoo!

“Aye Yi Yiiiiii, Quack!”

Duck Fader: “Happy May fourth! May the fourth be with you!”

Luke Pondwalker: “I’m Luke Pondwalker. I’m here to rescue you, Princess Layer.”

Duck Fader: “The force is strong with this one.”