Bishop Museum and the San Diego Zoo team up to build a Pacific biobank for endangered Hawaiian species. The effort pairs cryopreservation with local training and cultural stewardship.

The City of Sammamish is designing a project to improve fish passage in George Davis Creek, planning construction for summer 2026, involving culvert replacements and habitat enhancements.

Carver County Parks reminds people to keep dogs leashed in parks, except in designated off-leash areas, and outlines places dogs are not allowed. Owners must pick up after their pets.

Carver County Parks announces a "Candlelit Night at Baylor" at Baylor Regional Park on February 20 and 28, 2026, featuring ski trails, snowshoe paths, hayrides, stargazing, and warm beverages.

A coalition of farmers, water managers and conservation groups is flooding harvested rice fields to create food‑rich habitat that helps juvenile Chinook and migrating birds in the Sacramento Valley.

Oceanside begins its first sand placement project to combat coastal erosion and improve resilience by using donated sand from local construction and dredging efforts.

The Native Nursery under New York's Kosciuszko Bridge thrives, cultivating native plants and supported by concert revenue, fostering urban biodiversity and community engagement.

Carver County Parks announces winter activities, including cross-country ski lessons, ice fishing, snowshoeing, and Winter Adventure Camp, with registration available via their new app starting January 10, 2026.

San Diego River Park Foundation secured San Diego County's tallest waterfall, Mildred Falls, by purchasing a 58-acre parcel with over $300,000 in donations.

The City Park Disc Golf Course reopens with new features and designs, offering enhanced playability for all skill levels and score tracking via Udisc.

SPR seeks public input on the future of Lake City Mini Park, planning a meeting on November 18. Conversations will address safety, amenities, and the park's closure until December 2025.

Washington Township is revitalizing the historic Thorington Schoolhouse, moving it to become the centerpiece of the upcoming Thorington Park, which will also include an orchard, play area, and sports courts.

Staring Lake Dog Park in Eden Prairie will close for a week for maintenance, including tree removal and hill stabilization, starting Oct. 27, weather permitting. Alternative dog parks are listed on the city's website.