Tiny Picassos is a new art program for toddlers at Harold Avenue Regional Park Recreation Center in Charlotte County, starting mid-December for $25, fostering creativity and motor skills through crafting.

The Racine Zoo has euthanized Mac, a 19-year-old Masai giraffe, due to age-related health issues after treatments for conditions like arthritis failed to maintain his quality of life.

Maricopa County invites residents to celebrate National Take A Hike Day on November 17, 2024, with free park entries and encourages use of over 615 miles of trails. Proper preparation and Leave No Trace principles are emphasized.

St. Louis Park, Minnesota, has equipped four major parks with AEDs for public use in cardiac emergencies, as part of a citywide public safety initiative.

Lake Minnewashta Regional Park hosts a temporary story walk featuring the children's book 'Punk Skunks,' offering an outdoor reading experience along a trail with stations displaying book pages.

An 87-square-mile area in Orange County is under quarantine due to the discovery of eight oriental fruit flies, threatening local crops. Residents are advised not to move produce off their properties.

Utah's Hogle Zoo has introduced William, a one-year-old Chinese red panda, following the departure of their last Himalayan red panda, MowMow. The move aligns with conservation efforts and the Species Survival Plan.

North Las Vegas announces a strategic plan to revitalize public spaces, funded by a $58 million BLM grant for three projects: a children's park, nature trails, and a park expansion.

St. Louis Park invites locals for a community walk event at Nelson Park on Saturday, potentially the season's last outdoor walk. In case of bad weather, the walk will move to St. Louis Park Middle School.

Arlington Parks and Recreation Department shares tips on saving money on plants, recommending planning, off-season purchases, clearance shopping, buying small plants, and starting from seeds.

Detroit prepares for its 21st Tree Lighting event with a 66-foot Norway spruce adorned with 25,000 LED lights, alongside new attractions and festive performances.

The Ramsey Parks & Recreation Department hosted the inaugural Pumpkin Chuck event, where over 150 residents catapulted pumpkins using various devices, with the remains feeding local deer.

Carver County Parks announced that Baylor Regional Park Campground is accepting 2025 reservations, offering campsites with amenities and various outdoor activities.