Rowan Wildlife Adventures, Salisbury

About Rowan Wildlife Adventures

Rowan Wild at Dan Nicholas Park in Salisbury is a nature facility featuring the Nature Center, T.M Stanback Barnyard, and Wildlife Adventures. Visitors encounter live North Carolina native animals across multiple categories: reptiles, mammals, birds, and fish. The facility maintains these animal ambassadors as part of its educational mission to serve park visitors and the surrounding community. The Nature Center serves as the main hub for the facility's operations and educational programming. The T.M Stanback Barnyard provides hands-on experiences with domestic animals typical of working farms. Wildlife Adventures showcases the region's native wildlife through exhibits and interactive opportunities. Educational programs and events throughout the seasons engage visitors with the animals and natural history of North Carolina. The facility is located inside Dan Nicholas Park and welcomes families, school groups, and individuals interested in learning about regional wildlife and natural environments.