Salt Lake City police officers saved an owl hit by a car, garnering positive social media attention for their compassionate actions extending to wildlife.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is starting aerial surveys to count and categorize big game wildlife, utilizing helicopters for direct observation and to fit some animals with GPS collars for conservation efforts.

St. Louis offers free firewood to residents from park tree removals, available at select locations on a first-come basis while supplies last, until March 2026.

Saint Paul has launched an annual gnome scavenger hunt, inviting residents to search various parks for gnomes to solve an eight-letter password and win a prize.

Knightdale, NC is turning off water at park amenities to prevent pipe damage from freezing, affecting water fountains and pet bowls until March 2026. Restrooms remain open.

Inside Floyd Lamb Park, Nevada's Las Vegas State Tree Nursery uses crews from the Jean Conservation Camp to raise native, drought‑adapted plants for restoration projects.

Three female gorillas from Zoo Atlanta have arrived to take up residence in the new Congo Falls habitat, which opens Dec. 13. The arrival marks a major conservation milestone for the zoo.

A wayward opossum was discovered at a Maui car dealership and promptly removed by officials, who used an air rifle due to the invasive species' risks. It was sent for rabies testing after removal.

The San Diego Zoo introduced a $16 daily parking fee as part of the city's effort to address a budget shortfall, with exceptions for zoo members who register their vehicles.

The Trump administration plans to raise national park fees for international visitors to support domestic tourism and conservation, sparking debate over potential impact on tourism and local economies.

Henderson's Parks and Recreation Department has won its fourth award from CAPRA and NPRA, being the only accredited agency in Nevada and one among 222 nationwide.

Wright County Parks & Recreation department announces a variety of winter activities for 2026, including ice-fishing, winter camps, and Cloverbud Saturdays for kids.

A 3-year-old was bitten near Westfield UTC late Tuesday; police and animal-control partners responded and the coyote was still being sighted in the area. Officials urge caution and removing attractants.