Mordecai Historic Park in Raleigh hosts a free educational event, "Digging Deeper: Stories in Local Archaeology," featuring a talk by Professor Jon Marcoux on African American heritage and archaeology.

Portland Parks & Recreation opens 2025 wedding venue reservations, with in-person applicants getting priority over online bookings for popular spots like Cathedral Park.

Delaware State Park will receive a new inclusive playground by 2025, funded by various entities, including a $250,000 grant from the Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation.

Snohomish County officials warn of an aggressive owl dive-bombing visitors at McCollum Park, with signs posted advising caution and protective measures.

Arlington employs over 400 goats as a sustainable land management solution to clear invasive species in parks, as part of a grant-funded project under the urban forestry program.

Minneapolis parks offer winter wildlife activities including animal tracking, knitting, and nature play groups, nurturing a connection with nature for all ages.

Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve is offering a guided full moon snowshoe hike on January 12, with equipment provided and a fee required. Suitable for ages 8 and up, the hike will occur with or without snow.

The Outdoor Recreation School at Murphy Hanrehan Park Reserve is offering snowshoeing on January 12, with equipment provided, at a cost of $6 per person.

Carver County has activated an aeration system in Eagle Lake to sustain its fish population, which may create dangerous ice conditions, prompting officials to advise caution and heed warning signs.

A malnourished spider monkey was rescued from a DUI suspect’s Rolls Royce and is now recovering at Oakland Zoo, with authorities addressing both DUI and illegal exotic pet possession charges.

White Settlement offers free eco-friendly mulch from community cleanup debris to residents, promoting sustainability and practical reuse in landscaping.

A deceased humpback whale calf off Hawaii's coast has prompted a significant response from state and federal agencies, incorporating cultural practices into the recovery and investigation process.

State and city agencies collaborate to transform Gwynns Falls into a 'Partnership Park' in Baltimore, aiming to enhance urban outdoor recreation and community engagement.