Feather & Form: A Waterfowl Heritage Weekend

All Inclusive

Waterfowl Heritage Weekend

March 20-22, 2026

The Sanderling Resort presents an exclusive three-day immersion into the Northern Outer Banks’ storied waterfowling heritage. This curated, limited capacity weekend celebrates the region’s deep connection to waterfowl hunting, decoy carving traditions, and coastal conservation—cornerstones of Currituck County culture since the late 1800s when wealthy industrialists discovered what locals had always known: the Northern Outer Banks is “Coratank,” a Native American word meaning “land of the wild geese.”

 

Limited Time: Book Today for All Inclusive Pricing of $1,995

Weekend Itinerary

March 20th

Friday

3:00pm | Check-in with welcome reception. Registration, gift bags, meet & greet

4:00pm | Rare Decoy Sporting Arts Show-The Great Hall with complimentary beverages and appetizers

5:00pm | Oyster Party at the Sunset Ballroom & Deck. All food and drinks included

8:30pm | Rum Tasting, Fire Pits & Smores, Stargazing

March 21st

Saturday

7-8:30am | Earl Slick Breakfast at the Lifesaving Station

9-12:00pm | Corolla Tours and Talks

12:30pm | Hunt Camp Lunch & Tour – Pine Island Club

4:00pm | Sunset and OBX Distilling cocktail class

6:30pm | Wild Game Dinner at the Lifesaving Station

March 22nd

Sunday

Flock of mallard duck male drakes flying

7:00am | Self Guided Sunrise Birdwatching Excursion Along The Atlantic Flyway

9:00am | Farewell Breakfast at the Lifesaving Station

12:00pm | Checkout

Chef Dean Neff

James Beard Foundation Outstanding Chef nominee

Chef Jeff Buben

Sea Chef Dockside Kitchen

Chef Mac Buben

Sea Chef Dockside Kitchen

Robbie Smith

Sporting Arts Director at Leland Little Auctions

 

Chef Sherman Harris

Executive Chef of the Lifesaving Station

Samantha Payne

Director of Tours, Whalehead Club 

Pricing for a single occupancy starts at $1,995 & double occupancy starts at $2,870.

Includes accommodation for 2 nights, all organized meals, bars & receptions, activities, swag bag/welcome amenity, admittance to all attractions, transportation to activities (not from airport), service fees, taxes, resort fee, etc. Food and alcohol provided at dinners and receptions events are included.

Payment is collected once booking online.

In March, the weather in Duck is typically cool with temperatures in the 60’s. Events will be both indoors and outdoors. Guests should dress for time outdoors, including comfortable pants, warm layers, waterproof or wind-resistant jackets and comfortable shoes. Earth tones and classic waterfowl style are encouraged. Daytime activities call for comfortable, practical clothing, while evenings are casual but polished—sweaters, collared shirts, and cozy layers.

The retreat will take place at The Sanderling Resort, located on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Specific meeting locations on property will be shared prior to arrival. Transportation will be provided to off-property events.

Spouses and non-event guests can tag along on the trip, please book accommodations for 1 person for the package. These guests cannot attend meals or activities.

Standard check-in is at 4pm, and check-out is 11am. All efforts will be made for early arrivals.

Cancellations made within 30 days are eligible for a full refund.

Yes, locals can attend and not have overnight accommodation but have access to all other events. Local pricing is $2,300 including all taxes, fees, transportation, etc.