Austin is exploring options to fund park expansion and maintenance due to increased demand and state cuts to park fees. Strategies like park districts, partnerships, user fees, and tax financing are being considered.

Saint Paul's Gnome Scavenger Hunt encourages outdoor exploration and social media interaction with a series of hidden gnome statues in city parks, which participants find using clues provided in a printable PDF.

The Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park has renovated its Pagoda Plaza, incorporating a new design that includes two pathways, historical stones, and 60-year-old pines, enhancing this San Francisco cultural site.

A macaroni penguin named Best Friend at SeaWorld San Diego celebrated its 40th birthday, surpassing the typical lifespan of its species thanks to expert care.

Toad Hollow Dog Park in Davis has reopened after a temporary closure due to rainwater flooding, with the city advising visitors to beware of residual mud.

Maple Grove, MN announces the opening of the Central Park skating loop on Nov 29, with daily hours from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and skate rental services available.

Cleary Lake Regional Park is holding a kicksledding event on December 8, offering history lessons and physical fun with fire and hot chocolate provided. Reservations are required.

A public hearing will discuss renaming Minneapolis' Xcel Field Park to Xcel Energy Park on December 4, 2024, considering its history and partnership with Xcel Energy.

An evening of full moon kicksledding is offered on December 13 by the Outdoor Recreation School, with alternate winter hiking if conditions aren't right.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is seeking applications for representatives on the St. Anthony Falls Heritage Board and the Minneapolis Tree Advisory Commission.

The Utah Division of State Parks reported rare mirabilite formations on Great Salt Lake, phenomena of crystalline mounds made from sodium sulfate-rich water meeting cold air.

Centennial Cone Park closes from Dec 1 to end of January for hunting, except Mayhem Gulch area. Permits required for hunting. Park reopens Feb 1 for regular activities.

Dallas park facilities will close for Thanksgiving on Nov 28-29, 2024, as announced by the City of Dallas. Residents are advised to plan alternate activities.