Xcel Energy will be conducting maintenance at Minnehaha Regional Park from Oct 13-24, impacting the dog park and a parking lot, with temporary traffic controls and construction noise expected.

Las Vegas is building a new dog park by East Las Vegas Family Park, featuring separated play areas, shade, and watering spots, set to open by July 2026.

The Boulder Parks and Recreation Department received a national accreditation from CAPRA, joining the top 2% of park agencies in the US for excellence and service.

Howard County initiated construction of Ilchester Park and Recreation Center, repurposing land saved from housing development into community green spaces slated for summer 2026 completion.

The new 7.7-mile paddling trail along Greens Bayou in Houston, now part of the Texas Paddling Trails Program, offers outdoor recreation and connects residents to nature.

Michigan State University Extension in Macomb County urges residents to report Spongy Moth egg masses to prevent infestations and protect local foliage.

The St. Johns County Agricultural Center is holding its Fall Plant Fundraiser on Oct. 10, with plants for sale and educational opportunities for gardeners.

The Catalina Island Conservancy plans to eradicate invasive mule deer using professional hunters, citing ecosystem restoration and fire risk reduction, a method debated for its impact and opposed by local authorities.

Samuell Farm in Texas has been honored as a Gold Standard Site by the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, recognizing its sustainable outdoor practices and conservation efforts.

Wisconsin residents can order native tree and shrub seedlings for 2026 planting from the state's DNR to support conservation efforts and the Trillion Trees Pledge.

Springs Preserve's Butterfly Habitat exhibit, featuring native American butterfly species, opened on October 4 and will remain until November 24 to educate visitors about the insects' roles in ecosystems.

Construction begins on the new Prairie Run open space park in Boulder County, featuring ponds, streams, and trails, with phased openings starting in 2026.

Downtown Parks announces a series of fall events including Howltergeist for pets, Cycling Without Age trishaw rides for seniors, the Re-Indigenized mural unveiling, art activities, and a Wicked Sing-Along for the community.