Oregon Parks and Recreation Department seeks a new concessionaire for food and lodging at Silver Falls State Park, including Smith Creek Village, South Falls Café, and historic ranches. Applications are open until August 30.

Bays Mountain Park, sponsored by NETAR, offers free admission on August 25, allowing the public to enjoy nature activities, with additional fees for planetarium shows and barge rides.

Austin Energy plans to upgrade Decker Dam at Lake Walter E. Long between spring 2025 and 2027, meeting safety regulations and ensuring longevity. Changes will cause lower water levels and temporary boat ramp closures.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board has approved new collective bargaining agreements with Local 363, providing wage increases and setting terms for future negotiations.

Roxy, a Magellanic penguin at the Aquarium of the Pacific, died of an apparent infection on August 6, despite contributing to genetic diversity through a Species Survival Plan.

Oracle Park in Pinal County reopens with new amenities, including a play structure, walking trail, upgraded basketball courts, and ADA-accessible sidewalks, following extensive renovations.

The Detroit Zoo celebrated the birth of its first baby gorilla to mother Bandia and father Mshindi, marking a milestone for the Great Apes of Harambee habitat.

Mayor Todd Gloria addressed the progress and future plans for San Diego's Balboa Park, highlighting conservation efforts and the need for an updated Master Plan.

King County's carbon credit program has successfully generated 65,000 credits, garnering $850,000 for conservation, involving companies like Microsoft and MLB to offset emissions while supporting local forests.

KC and the Sunshine Band are performing a free concert at Village Park this Saturday with lawn seating; parking shuttle and food available, but no outside alcohol, smoking, or pets allowed.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board proposes a 10.07% tax levy increase in 2025 to fund park services, wage adjustments, counter inflation, and hire additional staff.

Mayor Michelle Wu celebrated the opening of the renovated McGann Playground in Hyde Park, Boston, with features like new equipment, a splash pad, and sustainability additions.

A new eco-friendly Harbor Wetland exhibit, spanning 10,000 square feet, has been introduced by Baltimore's National Aquarium, reviving the city's natural Chesapeake Bay tidal habitats.