Scott Stafford hosts a qigong walk at Cleary Lake Regional Park on April 27, offering stress relief and a reconnection with nature.

Weekly hiking and walking events by the Parks and Recreation Department are scheduled from April 11 to May 23, 2025, for all ages and experience levels. Participants must register in advance.

Austin's Parks and Recreation Director, Jesús Aguirre, will hold a Community Listening Session on April 26 at the Oswaldo A.B. Cantu/Pan American Recreation Center.

The off-leash dog area at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park in Carver County is set to reopen by April 12 after closures for ash tree removal due to EAB infestation.

The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing in Agoura Hills has begun construction, aiming to connect habitats for mountain lions and other species across the 101 Freeway by 2026.

The Wisconsin DNR is seeking volunteers for 2025 to monitor rare species and habitats, including plants and amphibians, emphasizing the importance of community scientists in conservation efforts.

CAL FIRE LNU announced a road closure in Boggs Mountain State Forest from April 1st for road improvements, reopening May 1st, 2025. Access is restricted but alternative outdoor areas are suggested.

The Eternal Flame Memorial in Honolulu is temporarily unlit due to a gas line blockage, with the DAGS working to resolve the issue. No safety concerns have been reported.

Wisconsin DNR advises the public to observe young wildlife from a distance during spring and contact professionals before intervening, as many species leave their young alone for safety.

Chicago hosted 'Rescue Together,' an adoption event to place pets in homes, with adoption fees waived by Chicago Animal Care & Control, as reported by ABC7 Chicago and the Chicago Sun-Times.

Due to rain, a tree planting event in JP Hawn Park, Dallas, has been postponed, but volunteers can participate in an upcoming event on April 5 at Buckner Park.

Raleigh's Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve to host a Woodland Village House Decorating event for kids aged 4-10 on May 2, with materials provided for creating tiny natural homes.

Ohio wildflowers are beginning to bloom, with southern regions showcasing early species while the central and northern areas emerge slowly.