The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has released new big game hunting regulations for the 2024-26 seasons, available online and in print soon.

The WDFW announces the opening of trout season on April 27, with over 800 prizes available for anglers, and stocks lowland lakes with over 14.5 million fish.

Heritage Park will experience intermittent trail closures and noise from April 15th to 19th due to gravel laying by the Department of Enterprise Services, with possible extensions if weather affects the work.

Chicago Park District opens summer program registration on April 15 for western parks and April 16 for eastern ones, offering diverse activities for all ages from June 10 to August 25.

The Brown Bag Lunchtime Concert Series returns to Glover Park in Marietta with free live music every Thursday in May, featuring a diverse range of artists.

San Antonio Parks and Recreation is hosting a free Earth Day event at Woodlawn Lake Park, featuring over 70 partners, eco-friendly activities, and sustainable practices.

The Brown Bag Lunchtime Concerts are returning to Glover Park in Marietta every Thursday from May 2nd, providing free, live midday music for the public.

Trinity Park in Fort Worth is partially closed for Mayfest setup until May 9; the event will run from May 2 to May 5. The park reopens May 10, and proceeds benefit local projects.

Mojave desert tortoises have successfully reemerged from brumation after being reintroduced into the wild at Edwards Air Force Base by multiple conservation organizations.

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission is set to discuss wildlife policies, land acquisitions, and habitat conservation at their upcoming meeting in Olympia.

Arlington's Meadowbrook Park is closing for renovations, aiming to unveil an inclusive playground by Fall 2024 as part of the city's parks and recreation centennial celebration.

Seattle residents are invited to photograph local wildlife for the 2024 City Nature Challenge, aiming to create a biodiversity census that informs park management.

The Whenever Watersports kiosk at Phalen Regional Park in St. Paul has opened for the 2024 season, offering kayak and paddleboard rentals by the lake.