Monarch Mountain will open 377 acres of new terrain this Thursday, with a ribbon‑cutting and first chairs atop the Divide. The Tomichi lift adds nearly 1,000 feet of vertical and a dozen new runs.

Michigan's DNR has $200,000 for U.P. deer habitat improvement grants, supporting habitat enhancements and partnerships. They've streamlined the application process with a $25,000 cap and a 25% match requirement.

Whale Trust marks 25 years with Whale Tales Feb. 19–23 in Kapalua — a five‑day program of science talks, live field updates, art and whale watches.

Horsetooth Mountain Open Space reopens after a temporary closure due to a mountain lion exhibiting suspicious behavior near a hiker. Visitors are advised to stay vigilant and informed on how to handle potential encounters.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources reported 715 bald eagles sighted during a January survey, evidence of successful conservation efforts in the state.

The Oakland Zoo announced the humane euthanasia of Lola the tiger due to a severe infection following a limp, underscoring issues in the cub-petting industry.

Garland is evaluating the Spring Creek Forest Preserve carefully, balancing ecological preservation with infrastructure assessments, facilitated by collaboration with experts and stakeholders.

USFWS approved Colorado's 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan, which aims to protect species and habitats with federal funding and stakeholder collaboration.

OKC Parks is closing most indoor facilities from Jan. 23-25 due to severe winter weather, excluding the Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center and Will Rogers Senior Center, which are open Friday only.

ODFW is moving late‑season crab protections up to April 1, applying depth and pot limits earlier as whale entanglements rise. The change accelerates measures designed to cut the vertical lines that snag humpbacks.

Maple Grove's Central Park skating loop closed due to severe cold; updates on additional closures available from Maple Grove Parks and Recreation. Restrooms and lobby remain open until 9 p.m.

Minneapolis parks offer a mix of winter activities, including snow sculptures, line dancing, ice lantern making, board games, and a Galentine Sound Bath event.

A human-caused fire near Strawberry Reservoir in Utah was contained to one acre, indicating larger concerns about the state's low snowpack levels and rising fire risks.