Coon Rapids teams up with ACD for native plant landscaping at Epiphany Pond Park; volunteers needed on Oct. 4.

The Hawai'i Board of Land and Natural Resources settled with Kapalua Kai Sailing for $30,448.67 after their vessel, Hula Girl, ran aground in a protected marine area.

Austin celebrates the opening of Scenic Brook Pocket Park, a new green oasis featuring an accessible walkway, seating, trails, a playscape, and environmental benefits. The event takes place on September 23.

Dallas Park and Recreation Department takes over Fair Park management, ensuring event organizers that existing contracts are secure and the venue's legacy will continue seamlessly.

The Mountain Life Festival returns to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, offering hands-on experiences of Appalachian traditions, and it's free for families.

Staunton State Park in Colorado is set for closures during a wildfire mitigation project involving tree thinning and helicopter operations, affecting recreation through fall.

Cleary Lake Regional Park hosts a family-friendly archery event for beginners and experienced archers on September 21.

Kaua'i officials developed a plan to balance nighttime football games with seabird protection during their Fledgling Season, utilizing a tiered system for game scheduling and on-site wildlife experts.

Pittsburgh upgrades Schenley Park Disc Golf Course with new baskets and signage, following a collaborative project funded by various local departments and organizations.

St. Louis Park awarded the 2025 M.V.Tree title to a bur oak, celebrated for its significance to the local community.

San Francisco's Sigmund Stern Grove Playground has been transformed into a treehouse village to reconnect kids with nature, featuring climbing structures and unstructured play zones.

Michigan health officials issued a "Do Not Eat" advisory for fish from four local waters due to high PFOS levels, emphasizing health risks and urging public to consult the Michigan Fish Consumption Advisory for safe consumption guidelines.

A study highlights the decline of horseshoe crab populations in Long Island Sound, attributing the decrease to climate change, habitat loss, and overharvesting, with a yearly decline of 2-9%.