San Antonio Zoo has begun construction on Congo Falls, a new gorilla habitat set to open in 2025 after over 30 years without gorillas at the facility.

Woodbury's Parks and Recreation department introduces new summer programs including adult pickleball leagues, youth fencing, and a Miracle League day camp, encouraging both social and athletic activities for all ages.

The City of Bloomington is holding its 17th annual Arbor Day tree sale, letting residents buy affordable bare-root trees to plant and enhance the urban canopy.

The TPWD invites public comment on proposed 2024-2025 hunting season changes, including modifications to bird and big game regulations, with opportunities for feedback online, by phone, email, or at a public meeting.

UC Berkeley has spent $16.1 million on security and closure costs for People's Park since August 2022, as the university plans student and homeless housing and park renovations amid controversy.

Fish Lake in Maple Grove is anticipated to be removed from Minnesota's impaired waters list in 2024 due to successful environmental restoration efforts.

Brooklyn Park's Recreation and Parks Department announces a range of March activities, including summer camp registration, a community meeting on Activity Center improvements, workshops, and free movies.

Minneapolis Parks invites adults to join a woodpecker-watching event on Leap Year Day and offers various birding and nature activities throughout spring.

Isle Royale National Park in Michigan, renowned for its solitude and rugged beauty, was the fifth least visited US national park in 2023, with just 28,965 visitors.

Seattle has streamlined its tree service registration, now allowing companies to register just once to work on both private and public spaces, making it easier for them to maintain the city's urban forest.

Wright County Parks & Recreation opens campsite reservations on March 4, with history suggesting quick booking. A new reservation system is in place and requires a new account for all users.

Apple Valley's annual Tree & Shrub Sale offers residents a chance to buy flora at discounted prices, with an easy online ordering system and limited quantities available.

Gardening enthusiasts can attend Fort Worth's free YardSmart event at the Botanic Garden for expert advice, sustainable landscaping tips, and personal consultations on managing unpredictable weather and conserving water.