Mojave Max, a desert tortoise in Southern Nevada, set a new record for his latest spring emergence due to fluctuating weather. His burrow exit draws local interest in climate patterns.

Dakota County inaugurated the Vermillion River Greenway on May 6th, enhancing outdoor recreation with a new 2.1-mile trail as part of a broader greenway system.

A sixth gray whale carcass was found in San Francisco Bay, with the cause of death undetermined due to decomposition. TMMC advises reporting sightings via the #WhaleAlert app.

Fayetteville's City Center Park's Great Lawn and parts of the playground are closed for refurbishment starting May 9, with no end date for playground repairs. Other amenities remain open.

Diamond Head State Monument in Hawaii is hosting "Kids to Parks Day" on May 17, with activities from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to celebrate outdoor experiences with the community.

Minneapolis downtown parks prepare for spring with various activities including Graco Park's opening and Art-A-Whirl.

A hawk in Pearland, Texas, is dive-bombing residents to protect its nest; experts suggest using umbrellas or detours to avoid attacks during nesting season.

Plymouth is hosting the Beaches and Bonfires event with live music by Dirty Shorts Brass Band, food trucks, and bonfires at East Medicine Lake Park on May 22.

The Ka‘iwa Ridge Trail in Hawaii will close temporarily for Little Fire Ant treatment. A joint effort with drone technology aims to eradicate the ants, marking the first of several planned closures over nine months.

Rattlesnakes are becoming more active in the East Bay Regional Park District with warmer weather; visitors are advised to be cautious and respect wildlife laws. If bitten, seek medical help without using improper first aid.

A new riverfront trail section in Minneapolis, linking Ole Olson Park and the 26th Avenue North Overlook, will open soon, enhancing outdoor recreation but is delayed due to late steel deliveries for safety structures.

The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture awarded $427,670 to 24 agricultural enterprises to support compost costs, with potential continuation hinging on future funding decisions.

A kangaroo escaped onto a busy road in St. Cloud, Florida, but was safely captured and is now at a local facility while authorities search for its owner.