Colorado Parks and Wildlife is capturing gray wolves in British Columbia to reintroduce them to Colorado's ecosystem, with health checks and tracking before release.

Kalahari Resorts in Wisconsin Dells is investing $85 million to expand America's largest indoor waterpark, adding features like a retractable roof and new slides, set to complete in 2026.

Cape Lookout State Park's scheduled spring construction closure has moved to summer 2025, offering a springtime visit window. Reservations open December 20, 2024, for stays through May 2025 before upgrades to combat environmental challenges begin.

Champoeg State Heritage Area's B Loop campgrounds are available for bookings with construction pushed to late 2025, part of broader park improvements funded by Oregon's 2021 GO Bond projects.

The Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park opened its ice luge track and rink, offering winter sports like luge racing and skating, with cross-country ski trails to follow.

Tecolote Canyon undergoes a sewer improvement project involving trail closures, sewer maintenance, manhole installation, and eventual vegetation restoration.

The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission rejected a petition to delay gray wolf reintroduction, finding CPW's measures satisfactory, including proactive conflict management and education efforts.

Governor Polis announced plans for improved stewardship of Pikes Peak in Colorado, involving a partnership among local and federal agencies to enhance outdoor recreation and conservation efforts in the area.

A moderate earthquake struck the San Francisco Bay Area, with a 3.7 magnitude near the San Francisco Zoo. No significant damage was reported.

Elephant seals have returned to Point Reyes for breeding, with viewing areas set up for visitors during designated hours as part of efforts to protect the seals and their pups.

Blaine, Minnesota, is updating three parks with new playground equipment to replace the current, aging installations. The makeover aims to ensure safety and improve aesthetics, with distinct designs for each park.

Detroit expands its Solar Neighborhoods initiative to include two new areas, enhancing renewable energy sources and providing neighboring homeowners with energy efficiency upgrades.

OKC Parks has closed its indoor recreation centers on January 9, but outdoor parks and spaces like Martin Park Nature Center and Will Rogers Gardens remain open.