St. Louis Park, Minnesota, has equipped four major parks with AEDs for public use in cardiac emergencies, as part of a citywide public safety initiative.

Lake Minnewashta Regional Park hosts a temporary story walk featuring the children's book 'Punk Skunks,' offering an outdoor reading experience along a trail with stations displaying book pages.

St. Louis Park invites locals for a community walk event at Nelson Park on Saturday, potentially the season's last outdoor walk. In case of bad weather, the walk will move to St. Louis Park Middle School.

The Ramsey Parks & Recreation Department hosted the inaugural Pumpkin Chuck event, where over 150 residents catapulted pumpkins using various devices, with the remains feeding local deer.

Carver County Parks announced that Baylor Regional Park Campground is accepting 2025 reservations, offering campsites with amenities and various outdoor activities.

Rice County residents are enjoying a warm fall and are busy with gardening activities such as preparing for winter, planning for spring, and feeding birds, while also educating themselves on gardening topics.

St. Louis Park officials are hosting a free Walk the Park event on Nov. 9, encouraging community engagement with a stroll along North Cedar Lake Regional Trail.

Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park hosts a family event with storytelling, nature activities, and s'more making, focused on acorns and oaks and featuring an art project and the Readmobile.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board announced the "Hiawatha Links" project, aiming to revamp Hiawatha Golf Course with a focus on sustainability and historical significance.

MPRB announces a program to reimburse homeowners affected by Emerald ash borer infestation for tree removal costs incurred between 2020 and 2021, targeting disadvantaged areas. Applications are open until November 15, 2024.

Otsego County Park is closed for tree removal near the playground and parking areas, but will reopen on October 31 after the maintenance work is completed to ensure visitor safety.

Brooklyn Park announces a series of community events including food distributions, updated park app features, inclusive recreational services, and a cultural celebration for the Hmong New Year.

Wright County officials announced tree removal in Otsego County Park; park stays open with staff guiding visitors around work areas. Contact Parks and Recreation for details.