Noah's Landing A World of Animals at your fingertips, located on 12 acres, home to a wide variety of unusual domestic and exotic animals.  The nature center is available for school, daycare, church, and other organization field trips.  Field trips are by appointment only. If needed, Ms. Dora, the Zoo Keeper will come to your place.  The public is welcome on weekends and holidays.  (910) 897-NOAH (6624). The facility is also available for birthday parties, festivals, and off-site programs.  Located at 1489 Live Oak Road, Coats. www.noahslanding2x2.com

Duffie’s Exotic Bird Ranch Enjoy our beautiful feathered friends as you walk the 10 acre farm turned bird sanctuary. One man’s passion has become other’s enjoyment. With over 1000 birds, brilliantly colored, and from countries all over the world, you will be amazed as “Bo” McLamb tells you about each one, where they’re from and unique characteristics.  For tour information you can call 910-892-4755.