When the sun shines and family and friends gather in backyards and on beaches and parks to share food, drink and camaraderie, the lasting memory can be the games they played that had a good time. And there is data that backs up that sentiment. According to a study fromRead More →
Great Parks of Hamilton County has announced that it will no longer hold its ‘Holiday in Lights’ drive-in show at Sharon Woods. The parks will instead launch a new event called “Holiday on the Farm” at Parky’s Farm in Winton Woods. The event will allow guests to experience an outdoorRead More →
PETALING JAYA: Although the Sim Leisure Group may not be a household name to many, the local company is one of the major players in the development and operation of theme parks in the region. Its objective is to affirm its presence not only on the local market but internationally.Read More →
SOUTHWESTERN IOWA — As temperatures drop and colors change, people may want to get out and enjoy their local parks before the snow falls. There are local events happening at parks in Southwestern Iowa, from volunteering to movies in the park. Here is a list of some of these activities:Read More →
A century ago, at the end of a day’s journey, Texans would just find a spot along the road and set up camp. This tradition worked very well, until the advent of the automobile led to more and more Texans driving around, rushing and dirtying the sides of the roads.Read More →
With back-to-school and Labor Day approaching, some students have already started wondering how they’ll keep busy over the long weekend that runs from September 3-5. Gonzaga University’s location in Spokane offers students a collection of outdoor activities to explore. A popular spot is the trails that lead from the GURead More →
SALT LAKE CITY – Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall introduced a new ranger program for the city. Uniformed park rangers will now serve visitors to SLC parks and public areas. “Rangers are iconic additions to parks around the world, and I’ve long believed Salt Lake City’s remarkable open spacesRead More →
California State Parks is now accepting applications from public entities to provide outdoor recreational experiences to their communities through the federal Outdoor Recreation Partnership Program (ORLP). In the sixth phase of this competitive grant program, a total of $192 million is available nationwide for communities with limited or no accessRead More →
Mayor Eric Adams said the Open Restaurants program — which allowed restaurants to build outdoor seating on city streets and sidewalks in the wake of COVID — would become a permanent part of the city’s cityscape. town. For restaurants and their customers, dining sheds were a welcome new addition. NotRead More →
PROVIDENCE, RI (WPRI) – An increased risk of wildfires has led the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) to ban open burning in all campgrounds, parks and areas of state management. The ban comes into effect on Saturday, August 20. It comes about 24 hours after an unattended campfireRead More →
MAINE, August 18 – Back to the news. August 18, 2022Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry AUGUSTA – The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) Bureau of Parks and Lands (BPL) recently released the new Outdoor Recreation Investment Map of the Lands and Forests Conservation Fund. Waters (LWCF) forRead More →
The play areas are not reserved for children. This summer, venture to one of Milwaukee County’s many calisthenics parks — outdoor spaces equipped with exercise equipment — for some fresh air and a free workout. “Adding strength training to a workout plays a big role in challenging your muscles andRead More →
Management’s discussion and analysis of results of operations and financial condition (“MD&A”) is a supplement to the accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements and provides additional information on the Company’s businesses, current developments, financial condition, cash flows and results of operations. The following discussion should be read in conjunction with ourRead More →
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Sunday turned out to be a beautiful day with temperatures in the 80s and low humidity. Lots of people headed to local parks and pools for fun in the sun! Forest Park was the place to be on Sunday, with people enjoying the warm summer weatherRead More →
Travelers don’t have to rough it by staying in national parks unless they want to. When Vince Chi visited Yellowstone National Park in the summer of 2019, he spent two nights in a cabin and one night in a conical tent. While the cabin was more comfortable, he said theRead More →
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Louise Cabana stand-up paddleboards at sunrise in Shirleys Bay on the Ottawa River on August 10Ashley Fraser/The Globe and Mail Outdoor activities were among the many things that became more expensive and difficult to enjoy when the pandemic hit. In 2020 and 2021, the campsites were full and the pitchesRead More →
Temperatures will hit highs of 32C in parts of Wales this week as another heat wave hits the UK – raising concern in Wales’ national parks, after months of low precipitation. Although temperatures will remain below last month’s record 37C, the Met Office’s Fire Severity Index (FSI), an assessment ofRead More →
Seventeen parks in the North East are in the running to be crowned the UK’s Favorite Park. Ten in Tyne and Wear, three in Northumberland and four in County Durham have been nominated by locals who believe their park is the best in the country. The charity Fields in TrustRead More →
It’s finally that time of year when the weather in Montreal is perfect for getting outside and enjoying all kinds of fun outdoor activities. Montreal offers the perfect mix of sun, rain and cool temperatures so there’s something to enjoy outdoors all year round. Here are some great ideas toRead More →
It’s always nice to have good relations with your neighbours. Nevertheless, good relationships do not come by chance. They must be created and maintained by intentional people. If you want to be more social with the people who live near you, you should consider planning fun outdoor activities that everyoneRead More →
FINDING A COMMON MIND COMMUNITY IS CRUCIAL While activities like hiking help their children with special needs, parents also benefit from meeting others on the same path. The early stages of the care journey were no walk in the park for Mdm Kan, who quit her job around nine yearsRead More →
In the winter, Big Sky is a snowy playground boasting a luxury ski resort in the Madison Mountains. I’m not a skier so I visit Big Sky in the warmer months and always enjoy a wide range of outdoor adventures. Before visiting big sky, it is useful to know thatRead More →
Clarksville, TN – The 33rd annual Riverfest will be held September 9-10, 2022 at McGregor Park, and the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to participate in the event. All volunteers will receive a Riverfest volunteer t-shirt and community service credit. In addition, meals will beRead More →
The milestones follow one another with us. More recently, a utility-driven decision has been to retire the “Dora the Explorer” floating rod with push-button reel and what looks like a 12-pound monofilament. Like boxing a crib, diaper bags, or car seats, putting away Dora’s rod for good was bittersweet knowingRead More →
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The Peterborough Public Library invites families to come out and take a storytelling walk. Readers of all ages can stroll through any of Peterborough’s parks and read a book, page by page, on signs throughout the park. This summer’s StoryWalk features two children’s books. Cassandra Lee’s “Building a Home,” courtesyRead More →
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PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) – Residents of the Panhandle all know that rebuilding after a catastrophic storm takes time. Nearly four years after being hit hard by Hurricane Michael, Panama City leaders are working to bring some of the area’s parks back to life. For mom Ashley Erickson, taking herRead More →
TWO playgrounds have been upgraded after a successful £110,000 refurbishment project. Two grants worth over £82,000 have been secured from Enovert Community Trust, after Stanway Parish Council began its project to refurbish the two playgrounds. The rest of the funding came from the North Essex Hyperlocal Fund, Stanway Parish CouncilRead More →
Modern amenities and interior comforts have made life easier in many ways, but they have also helped shape a generation of people who spend much of their time indoors. A 2018 report by international research firm YouGov found that around 90% of study respondents from North America andRead More →
Two local youth organizations are leveraging a recreation grant this summer. Boys and Girls Clubs of the Olympic Peninsula and YMCA of Sequim continue to offer various camps, trips and adventures thanks to the Summer Experiences and Enrichment for Kids (SEEK) grant worth nearly $210,000 from the Washington Parks &Read More →
DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) – The Great Trinity Forest in Dallas is considered one of the region’s most prized natural resources. Some city leaders have an idea to protect it – through a creative business arrangement. A 14-mile loop along the Trinity Forest Trail – on rollerblades – is one of RenoRead More →
Perämeri National Park in Lapland. (Mina Aula / Yle) Take a look at what continues to draw thousands of people to remote and pristine natural areas across the country. In the first two years of the Covid pandemic, 2020 and 2021, Finland’s national parks and other natural sites have becomeRead More →