Cedar ducks are made from old Rocky Mountain Juniper (Cedar) fence post. Many of these post are over 100 year old. Early homesteaders from Mexico to Canada used cedar post for fences because of their rot resistance and availability in the dryer climate of the west. The artist uses posts from Colorado and Montana. The artist who has selected each piece of wood based on its grain and exterior character handcrafts each creation. Weathered portions are left natural while finished areas are coated with a clear polymer. The bottom is not coated to allow the pleasant aroma of the wood to be enjoyed.