The University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardeners will hold their spring plant sale on May 31 in Minneapolis, with a similar event on May 17 in Hutchinson.

The Austin Parks and Recreation's PARKnerships program has raised over $5.8 million for park improvements, hosted 707 free events, added public art, and engaged in ecological restoration, as shown in the 2024 Impact Report.

Minnesota's turtles are beginning their annual nesting journey, prompting drivers to be cautious on the roads to aid conservation efforts and protect the slow-breeding species.

Dallas Park and Recreation Director John Jenkins visited the Willie B. Johnson Recreation Center, warmly reconnecting with local seniors and exemplifying a community-focused leadership style.

Zoo Miami welcomes the hatching of rare birds including cinereous vultures, harpy eagles, and Abdim's storks ahead of Mother's Day, with all chicks being raised by their natural parents.

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.