Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park has closed Maunaulu parking lot and Nāpau Trail due to the 78-acre Makaopuhi Fire, with 22 firefighters battling the blaze. The fire poses no risk to residential areas.

Meadowbrook Pool is hosting a Dual Lane Aqua Run event for ages 6 and older, featuring family-friendly racing. Pre-registration and a swim test are required.

The article promotes a Fall BioBlitz event at North Mississippi Regional Park, encouraging participation in biodiversity documentation alongside experts, with activities throughout the day and tools provided.

The Owámni: Falling Water Festival in Minneapolis celebrates indigenous Minnesota cultures with art, music, learning, and cuisine, free of charge on October 12 at Mill Ruins and Waterworks Parks.

Fort Worth's plan to expand greenspace includes a new City Code chapter to manage Open Spaces, preserving them from typical park activities and focusing on natural habitat conservation.

Oklahoma City Council has approved $4.75 million for renovations at Wiley Post Park that includes a USS Oklahoma City submarine monument, with construction starting in 2025.

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball endorses a report outlining future agricultural initiatives for West Friendship Park, focusing on education, support, and recreation.

Gilbert Regional Park will be closed for the Sound Bites Music & Food Festival on October 12, 2024, from 5 AM to 10 PM. Only card payments are accepted at the event, and tailgating is not allowed. The park reopens on October 13 at 5:30 AM.

Mesa Parks and Recreation Department opens registration for winter 2024-2025 activities, including new and traditional sports and crafts, with discounts and accessibility considered.

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board offers before and after-school childcare programs in various parks, providing crucial support for families and activities for children.

A woman faces a raccoon infestation at her Poulsbo home after feeding them for 35 years, forcing her to seek help as they demand food and block her entry.

Honolulu officials are removing palm trees in Oahu parks due to coconut rhinoceros beetle infestations, and surveying affected areas for further action to protect the landscape.

Las Cruces is hiring three full-time park rangers to maintain safety and enhance visitor experiences at city parks, with applications due by November 4, 2024.