Bryant Park in Bloomington is undergoing upgrades with a new shelter and pond renovation, while Tretbaugh Park is adding a bike skills course, all aimed at enhancing local recreation.

Restoration efforts in West Kaua‘i's Mānā Plain have made the wetlands a thriving bird sanctuary, observed by biologist Jason Vercelli and reported by DLNR.

A toxic algae bloom in Southern California is causing mass deaths of marine animals, with dolphins and whales washing ashore dead due to a neurotoxin called domoic acid.

The Wisconsin DNR advises caution as black bears awaken from hibernation, stressing not to feed them and secure food sources to avoid bear-human encounters.

The Brevard Zoo opened a new Manatee Rehabilitation Center, admitting two manatees, Churro and Randa. The center can care for up to six manatees with advanced facilities.

Thousands of Velella velellas washed up on Ventura County beaches, carried by strong winds and storms. Their stinging cells can cause irritation, and the event reflects environmental patterns, which may be influenced by climate change.

Registration for adult summer sports leagues and job openings for sports officials is now available through the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.

LA Zoo relocates its last two Asian elephants to the Tulsa Zoo's Elephant Experience and Preserve for a more suitable habitat, pausing their elephant program.

Gladys, a gorilla at the Cincinnati Zoo, is pregnant. Raised by humans, she overcame a broken arm with a 3D-printed cast. Her mate Mbeli and the zoo celebrate the pregnancy.

Houston's Memorial Park will undergo a $42 million renovation, called Memorial Groves, to honor World War I history and the Camp Logan site, with construction starting in 2026.

Secretary Doug Burgum visited Mammoth Cave National Park to highlight its importance and discuss accessibility and visitor experience improvements with park officials.

Sacramento City Express announces a garden tour on May 3 focusing on California native plants and sustainable landscaping, featuring a variety of native plants and rebate information.

The Heritage and Paddock parks in downtown Fort Worth are set for renovation, with a $1 million donation from BNSF Railway Foundation to enhance facilities and connect downtown to the river.