Ohio's spring wild turkey hunting season opens, featuring youth weekends and steady poult per hen rates. ODNR monitors turkey populations through GPS-tracking of hens and acoustic study of gobbling patterns.

Bloomington Parks and Recreation is hiring for a variety of summer positions, including Zamboni drivers and program coordinators, open to those 16 and older. Volunteer roles are also available. Applications are accepted online.

Hawaiian monk seal pupping season peaks; DLNR advises beach-goers to keep a distance and report sightings to protect the endangered species and ensure their safe nursing period.

Florida may reinstate bear hunting after a decade, with FWC seeking public input on managing the black bear population amid increasing sightings and human-bear encounters.

Raleigh's Crabtree Creek Trail now features glow-in-the-dark centerline markings to improve safety during low light conditions, enhancing the user experience on a 1-mile section.

Miami-Dade County announces the opening of the revamped Brothers to the Rescue Memorial Park, inviting locals to the ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 5.

Green Meadows Petting Farm in Kissimmee reopens, marking a step in the $150 million Lancaster Ranch Park project that includes trails, parks, and more.

Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark in Grand Prairie is nominated for Best Indoor Water Park in USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, seeking community support to win.

Sweetwater Park opens in Chula Vista, featuring nature playgrounds, walkways, and ecological considerations, as part of a larger bayfront redevelopment.

San Francisco's Fulton Plaza will soon feature SPECTRA, an LED public art piece, aimed at enhancing the city's cultural vitality and developed in collaboration with arts nonprofit Illuminate and SF Rec & Park.

Duluth announces the 42nd annual Music in the Park series, featuring free Tuesday night concerts, diverse musical acts, and community partnership with Chester Bowl and local radio stations.

Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park is hosting "The Fungus Among Us – Spring Edition," an educational course on lichens and fungi for beginners, delivering an in-depth exploration of their biology and ecology on May 17.

Lāna'i celebrated the opening of a new skatepark and youth center, emphasizing community spirit and future success for youth.