Yes, probably should let Mother Nature take it's course, but.....
Sounds like she is going to set the eggs now. I would put out a dish of water and a small dish of duck food, just for a while, then take it away. Don't leave it there for coons to find, they will be all over that nest of eggs. She may or may not appreciate it, but I would offer. Keep back away tho, don't get too close.

Thanks, I will try that when I am home from work tomorrow, so I can watch out for her. I don;'t think we have too many racoons, but we have lots of squirrels.

She doesn't seem to skiddish...she lets me come very close by and doesn't move.

Do you knwo how long it takes thme to lay the eggs? What happens then? Does she leave them? Do they hatch by themselves? Hope it doesn't get too cold for them at night.

There are plenty of duck sites online, all you have to do is search...

feathersite.com is fantastic for all types of poultry and waterfowl, their duck page is here:
http://www.feathersite.com/Poultry/Ducks/BRKDucks.html

Another good site here:
http://www.k12.de.us/warner/mallard.htm

Remember that when the ducklings hatch, she will lead them to water. If she has to cross a road or other hazards, that would be the time to keep a close eye on her and the kids. :) I'll bet mama duck knows of some water nearby, be it someone's backyard pond or whatever.

Enjoy watching Mother Nature in action! :)

Velvet ~:>

Good sites, thanks!