Lake Minnewashta Regional Park is undergoing enhancements, including new pathways and playground equipment, due to be complete by late fall. The park focuses on inclusion and accessibility in its upgrades.

The Minneapolis Parks' Neighborhood Naturalist program offers outdoor activities including campfires, bird feeder workshops, and forest bathing to connect locals with nature this fall.

Scottsdale's Parks & Recreation department has been reaccredited by CAPRA, marking a 30-year streak as the longest-accredited agency in Arizona and among the top five in the U.S.

Miami-Dade County announces new pickleball courts at Norman and Jean Reach Park, reflecting the sport's surge in popularity. The existing tennis courts are also renovated to enhance the park's recreation offerings.

The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium is launching the first phase of its revitalization, adding a new entrance, giraffe barn, and orangutan habitat over 5-7 years.

A male colobus monkey named Raj briefly escaped his transport crate at Memphis Zoo before being safely recaptured by the staff.

Seattle Parks and Recreation offers free health and nutrition activities in South Park, including cooking sessions and fitness classes, without the need for registration.

California State Parks plans controlled burns at Mount Diablo State Park to promote a healthier ecosystem and reduce wildfire risk, affecting access between October 28 and December 13.

Coon Rapids continues its efforts against the Emerald Ash Borer, urging residents to report infestations. The city covers boulevard tree removal costs but not those on private property.

The DLNR in Hawaiʻi is closing select areas to control invasive mammals like goats and sheep, to protect the native Palila bird species, with activities including trapping and aerial shooting.

The City of Boulder is set to start enhancement work on South Boulder Creek Trail to improve accessibility, particularly for disabled visitors, with no full closures but potential minor delays expected.

Boulder residents are advised to secure trash and avoid attracting bears as the animals enter hyperphagia before winter, seeking more human-produced food.

Baltimore County's Recreation and Parks Department earned CAPRA accreditation, joining an elite group of park agencies recognized for exceptional service and management.