The article suggests prime spots in Burnsville for spring walks, including Crosstown West Park, Sunset Pond, Kelleher Park, Earley Lake Trail, and Alimagnet Dog Park, highlighting their beauty and features.

Portland Parks & Recreation is modernizing lighting in 11 city parks, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing light pollution with Dark Sky-friendly LEDs.

Portland's South Park Blocks, an area steeped in history, earns recognition with two new bronze plaques celebrating its National Register of Historic Places status, to be unveiled on May 7, 2024.

Arlington Parks and Recreation celebrated its 100th anniversary, highlighting the tenure of its first director, Melvin Shanks, from 1957-1985, who significantly expanded the park system.

The 45th annual Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run saw 40,000 runners participate in Philadelphia, with new records set and an awards category for non-binary finishers introduced.

San Antonio businesses celebrate National Nurses Week and Teacher Appreciation Week by offering free admission to the zoo, discounted meals, free breakfast at Whataburger, and chances to win grants and vacations.

The article explores Bamberger Nature Park as an urban oasis in Texas, contrasting leisurely nature walks with the state's more fast-paced cycling routes.

Snohomish County seeks an at-large member for its Parks Advisory Board to influence local park operations and policy. Interested residents can apply via the county website.

Beekeepers gathered in Fremont, Michigan, to collect their bee colonies, as the Great Lakes Bee Company marked the bees' return from winter climates. The bees are essential for pollinating local crops and producing honey.

Clayton County Parks and Recreation announces two fireworks displays at Spivey Splash Water Park for May 25 and July 6, 2024, starting at dusk, with additional park activities available.

An escaped zebra in North Bend, WA, dubbed "Z", was captured after a week on the run following a breakout with three others en route to a Montana zoo.

Dollywood is named the top global attraction people most want to return to, with a comeback score of 94/100, according to InsureandGo's analysis of online reviews.

Scott County announces a kayaking event for individuals 50+ at Cleary Lake Regional Park on May 18, including instruction and equipment for $20. Reservations required.