Smoke from a controlled burn on Angel Island is managed by fire officials, with Bay Area residents advised to monitor air quality and limit exposure if sensitive.

Sandy, Oregon, is set to revamp its skatepark, aiming to create a modern facility enticing skaters from around the region, with extensive design plans suggesting a significant improvement over the outdated current park.

Crystal Lake Recreation Area is closing from April 9-14 for a pesticide spray to combat destructive Western pine beetles, affecting trees like ponderosa and Coulter pines.

Austin's newest Earl J. Pomerleau Pocket Park is set to open on April 10 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, offering green space and recreation facilities to the local community.

Commissioner Dan Ryan announces $1 million funding from SDC for Berrydale Park improvements, totaling $4 million for renovation including a new playground and skatepark, with construction expected to begin in fall and completion by 2025.

Ellis County, Texas, prepares for a total solar eclipse with safety guidelines and preparations, highlighted in a Facebook post from the local Sheriff's Office.

Chanhassen, Minnesota, is promoting native landscaping among residents through social media guidance to encourage eco-friendly gardening and support local ecosystems.

Carrollton seeks community input on its Parks Master Plan, holding public forums for feedback on local outdoor spaces.

TechnoBark compiled a list of the top "hidden gem" dog parks in the U.S., with Michigan and Florida parks featured, highlighting amenities like wooded trails, river access, agility equipment, and sandy beaches for dogs and their owners to enjoy.

The City of Arlington is hosting the first BoardWalk event, where residents can walk and talk with the parks board at River Legacy Park, sharing concerns and suggestions for free.

Historic Mesquite's Doggy Derby Day returns on April 20th at Opal Lawrence Historical Park with contests, mint juleps, pet adoptions, and microchipping services.

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announces the opening of the recreational spot shrimp fishery in Puget Sound on May 16, with sustainable quotas and opportunities similar to the previous year.

The Portland Water Bureau detected Cryptosporidium in the Bull Run Watershed, advising immunocompromised individuals to consult health professionals regarding water safety.