Duck Enclosure Question: Natural Spring

[TaylorB1216]

Hi All
We are considering moving our existing duck enclosure to new spot on our property.
We have a variety of natural springs throughout the property, and one happens to run near the yard. I was considering building the duck enclosure around one of these smaller natural springs (it would give the ducks access to drinking water/play water constantly, and the general area around the spring is full of lush foliage and a variety of foraging opportunities for them).

We would build their coop up higher on the hill (away from all of the moisture), and would enclose a run for them from their coop down through a portion of the spring).

I also thought that maybe we could dig a pond area for them, that would be supplied via the spring?

Has anyone ever opted to include a natural water source within their enclosure?
I've looked everywhere online and can't find anything like this.

Thanks!
-Brooke

 

[Ren2014]

Sounds interesting. I have not but would love to see what you create.

 

[LeannS]

What ever small pond you have them in, it will get larger and if you value your plants, they will love them too. Drainage / water flow, would be very important, or you pond will get stale.