2026 Duck Educational Activities Guide

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Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education

Corolla, North Carolina is a must see nautical village scented with the spray of the salty sea. It's located on NC Highway 12 along a thin strip of land bordered on the east by the tempestuous Atlantic Ocean, and on the west by the inland waterway...

Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...

Ricky's Retreat 194

Every member of your family will enjoy the original Ricky's Retreat! This fabulous, beautifully decorated home was designed to meet your entire family's every need. Ricky's Retreat services the needs of families of all ages looking for that perfect...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
8/29 - 9/5
$4,173  $4,395
$222 off
9/12 - 9/19
$3,526  $3,748
$222 off
9/19 - 9/26
$3,015  $3,237
$222 off
9/26 - 10/3
$2,709  $2,931
$222 off
10/10 - 10/17
$2,951  $3,173
$222 off
10/17 - 10/24
$2,951  $3,173
$222 off
10/24 - 10/31
$2,745  $2,967
$222 off
10/31 - 11/7
$2,745  $2,967
$222 off
11/7 - 11/14
$2,326  $2,548
$222 off
11/14 - 11/21
$2,425  $2,647
$222 off
11/21 - 11/28
$2,745  $2,967
$222 off
11/28 - 12/5
$2,326  $2,548
$222 off
12/5 - 12/12
$2,326  $2,548
$222 off
12/12 - 12/19
$2,326  $2,548
$222 off
Whalehead in Historic Corolla

The prestigious Whalehead in Historic Corolla has been a dominant attraction to Corolla visitors since it was renovated and opened to the public in 2002. As part of the Historic Corolla Park, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla serves as a northern...

Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes Karaoke and Silent Disco! They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab dip, wings and...

Captain's Perch

Captain’s Perch D4001 will provide your group with 5-Star accommodations as this home was renovated from top to bottom and professionally decorated.   This house is a short walk down the block to the North Point community private beach access to...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Carova Beach Activities for Kids

Let the kids run wild in Carova, a desolate beach destination that's famed for wild horses, isolated beaches, and miles of pristine shoreline. Combined with the neighboring town of Corolla, which features a world of shops and entertainment, kids...

Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Experience more adventure, fun, and style with Kitty Hawk Surf Company. As the trusted Outer Banks retailer for all top surf and lifestyle brands, including, Hurley, Billabong, RVCA, The North Face, Patagonia, Salt Life, Salty Crew, Volcom...

Pelicans View 153-A

Welcome to Pelicans View, a dog friendly home conveniently located in the Duck Ridge Shores Community in Duck, NC. This home provides amenities and features that help stand above the rest. The backyard provides a private pool, hot tub covered by a...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Outer Banks 2026 Vacations - Wide Open Spaces

The Outer Banks offers plenty of opportunities for a healthy, family fun vacation. Visitors can spread out over more than 100 miles of pristine shoreline.  Local restaurants and eateries are providing abundant take-out and delivery...

Flip Flop Shops

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



Amen Corner 34-CL

Welcome to Amen Corner! Located in Corolla Light's Oceanside neighborhood on Beacon Hill, this Corolla vacation retreat provides gorgeous sound views from the roof top deck! This home has a recreation room with pool table, a foosball table, upright...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge grassy lawn, restrooms, showers, a 200 foot pier and plenty of room for you to spend the day. Since 1979 Nor'Banks has been one of the finest sailing operations on the East Coast offering Flying Scots, Hobie Cats and quality private sailing instruction...

Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Experience more adventure, fun, and style with Kitty Hawk Surf Company. As the trusted Outer Banks retailer for all top surf and lifestyle brands, including, Hurley, Billabong, RVCA, The North Face, Patagonia, Salt Life, Salty Crew, Volcom, O’Neill, Roxy, Ray-Ban, Oakley, Hobie, Catch Surf, Under Armour, Reef, Rainbow and more, you will always find the latest fashions and trends available in store. Our unmatched quality and service makes us a favorite for locals and visitors alike, and...

Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to choose from, so get out that pen and start crossing things off your OBX bucket list today! Visit KittyHawk.com or call 1.877.FLY.THIS to book your Kitty Hawk Kites adventure today.

If you are looking for adventure, stop by or call Coastal Kayak Touring Company and book your reservation. The company has been offering kayak and paddle boarding tours on the Outer Banks since 1999 and is located at the Waterfront Shops in...

The Field Research Facility in northern Duck is known for its 1840 foot long pier and its internationally recognized research. It’s mission is “Advancing coastal knowledge through observation and discovery.”Established by the U.S...

As everyone can see just walking past this store, many of the mild-weather recreational activities that can be done outdoors are covered here. Racks in front of the store are filled with fat tire beach cruisers, kayaks and surfboards. Inside, surf...

North Duck Watersports says its dedicated to providing a “clean fun experience” to all its customers. With jet ski, boat rentals and more, it boasts the largest watersports facility in Duck - if not the entire OBX - offering...

Join us for an unforgettable family adventure and see a more natural side of the Outer Banks.

No shopping trip with the kids is complete without a trip to a toy store, and The Kid’s Store in the Waterfront Shops in Duck is the perfect spot to find everything for children. From toys, books, puzzles and games, there is plenty to choose...

Join us in Duck, North Carolina, as we celebrate the Town’s 10-Year Anniversary with a host of fun-filled, family-friendly events.