New / Metro / Tagaytay allows minors in restaurants and amusement parks Tagaytay allows minors in restaurants and amusement parks TAGAYTAY CITY – People under the age of 18 can now dine in restaurants, even if they are not vaccinated, according to the latest decree issued by Mayor Agnes TolentinoRead More →
THE UK’s best campsites and caravan parks were revealed at the annual AA Awards. The awards revealed the winners for the 2021/2022 season, ranging from the best regional sites to the best glamping site. 25 The AA revealed the best campsites and caravan parks for 2021/2022Credit: AA Caravan and CampingRead More →
Painting in the open – under the shade of a majestic tree or umbrella – offers creatives an experience far beyond the confines of a typical studio. Dale Harding is working on a pastel artwork at Caribou Ranch near Nederland in 2019 (Dale Harding / Courtesy Photo) With Mother NatureRead More →
Love them or hate them, Oregon’s outdoor drones are here to stay. But for the first time, Oregon officials plan to develop rules governing where unmanned planes can fly with new rules expected to be in place by next summer. A newly formed rules committee will examine where drone pilotsRead More →
In 10 years, thousands of San Francisco parking lots have been transformed into tiny pedestrian parks. Wellington City Council has also proposed to set up “parklets” across the capital. Today, as part of the Dominion Post’s Reimagining Wellington series, Brittany Keogh examines how the parklet trend took off in SanRead More →
JERSEYVILLE – Major upgrades have been announced to Jerseyville’s existing parks and recreation areas as part of its development of the historic downtown district. Additions and upgrades will include trees, planters, benches, garbage cans and lighting. Plans for the Lions Club / Wittman Park complex along North Jefferson Street includeRead More →
CAPE CORAL – Construction is underway on a pair of new parks in Cape Coral, totaling $ 5 million in projects. Located four minutes apart, Sands Park and Joe Coviello Park, formerly Oasis Woods Park, are expected to complete construction in late 2022, according to a statement. Lead builder, FortRead More →
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Department of Parks and Recreation has formed a committee to begin the process of changing Oregon’s business rules guiding the take-off and landing of drones in state parks and along the ocean coast. A Rules Advisory Committee will meet virtually on Wednesday, November 10Read More →
VIRGINIA BEACH, Virginia – Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation (VBPR) continues to be a leader in parks and recreation and received three prestigious awards from the Virginia Recreation and Park Society (VRPS) at the VRPS Awards Banquet which was held in Harrisonburg, Virginia last month. The 2021 awards highlighted innovativeRead More →
Most travelers come to Seattle to visit icons like the Space Needle and Pike Place Market, experience the thriving grunge music scene, or watch the Seahawks play football. But there’s another reason visitors flock to this popular west coast town: for its many gardens, parks, and quaint outdoor spaces. SurroundedRead More →
A rare bipartisan deal in Lansing – at least in principle – can result in delayed funding for maintenance and improvements at state parks. We get details from the Capitol Newsroom in BridgeMichigan: Michigan’s long-suffering parks seem increasingly likely to receive significant funding to help fill roads full of potholes,Read More →
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – There are 29 Morris Park County police patrolling the county parks, which will be part of the Morris County Sheriff’s Office Bureau of Law Enforcement starting January 1. The decision was made by Morris County Commissioners and Park Commissioners, who oversee the latest Park police statewideRead More →
Patrons of Newcastle’s parks have been urged to stop turning the city’s green spaces into ‘outdoor nightclubs’. Councilors complained about the number of rowdy music festivals and other major events causing disruption for neighbors, such as the recent This is Tomorrow festival at Exhibition Park and Noughty 90s at LeazesRead More →
But it’s not clear whether padding a trust fund is an authorized use of federal COVID stimulus dollars, which states are required to spend by the end of 2026. Clay Summers, executive director of the Michigan Parks & Recreation Association, which represents public park systems statewide, said his organization wasRead More →
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COLUMBIA COUNTY, GA (WRDW / WAGT) – If you live in Columbia County, get ready for an overhaul. Plans are underway to update all parks and recreation areas in the county. The months of the project in the making. It’s called “Recreating Columbia County†and could change the landscape forRead More →
Greetings of the season! I know, I know, we haven’t even finished making treats, but our chefs and mixologists can’t wait to join in the reindeer games and share in all the delights of a vacation at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. To cover it all, we needRead More →
Princeton resident Calvin Chin has started a petition calling on Princeton officials to allow off-leash dogs in certain Princeton parks at certain times of the day. The municipality does not allow dogs without a leash in public parks, and the city does not have a dog park. At least threeRead More →
Auburn Parks and Recreation hosted their annual Friday Fright Night movie event on October 22. While the event has already taken place at the Donald E. Davis Arboretum, this year the event took place at Kiesel Park. This event was just one of many free movies offered by Auburn ParksRead More →
Pumpkins line the porches, the leaves are starting to turn brown, and the air is crisp in the morning. It’s almost like Texas begging you to be outside, and there’s no better place than in quaint and picturesque Boerne. Located in the Texas Hill Country, there are many places toRead More →
LIMA – Do you love going out, walking in the crisp, crisp fall air and seeing the leaves flutter in a colorful greeting as you walk past? If so, Johnny Appleseed Parks has the perfect invitation for you. There will be a guided hike Saturday morning at 9 a.m. atRead More →
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JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – We’ve shown you the issues facing Mississippi state parks. We also showed you how a neighboring state, Arkansas, solved its state park issues and is now thriving, even attracting campers from Mississippi. We are continuing our 3 On Your Side investigation by examining the actions takenRead More →
WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden’s choice to lead the National Park Service told a U.S. Senate panel on Tuesday that he would work to replenish the agency’s workforce, which has declined even as attendance at the park has fallen. new records. Charles F. Sams III of Oregon would be theRead More →
Charles F. Sams III of Oregon would be the first registered tribal member to lead the National Park Service. Charles Sams III of Oregon is expected to lead the National Park Service, including the Crater Lake National Park. (National Park Service) President Joe Biden’s choice to lead the National ParkRead More →
The double feature film will include “Coco”, “Jeepers Creepers” October 21, 2021 12:46 PM Posted: October 21, 2021 12:46 PM Update: October 21, 2021 12:50 VICTORIA, Texas – Put on your costume and enjoy a spooky and fun event for all ages on Friday, October 22. Parks & Recreation isRead More →
A senior official in the Department of Natural Resources who oversaw Minnesota’s vast network of state parks, recreation areas and trails has accepted a new job with a nonprofit known to connect disadvantaged groups to the outdoors. Erika Rivers has been the Director of the Parks and Trails Division ofRead More →
Somerset County has awarded $ 2 million to six municipalities this year for recreational open spaces. County commissioners launched the program in January as an extension of the county’s recreation grant program, which had focused on the development of artificial turf sports fields. The expanded program now includes funding forRead More →
Since the Covid-19 pandemic appeared more than 20 months ago, the green spaces of cities across the country have become precious outdoor refuges, places to escape the boredom of life surrounded by four walls. As the science on the spread of the disease became clearer and the country’s collective mentalRead More →
Recently immigrated, Kelowna is like a delicious box of assorted chocolates. There are a plethora of places to explore. It’s refreshing and exciting to explore a new hometown and see it through the eyes of a dog elevates it to a whole new level of enchantment. In this case itRead More →
2019 Museum Animal Discovery campers take a break to enjoy the scenery and a snack at Riverside Park. Mount Airy Regional History Museum Nothing says summer like a visit to a local park. The open space, recreation areas and abundant nature serve to revitalize the spirit and give joy toRead More →
NEW | CHARACTERISTICS | OVERVIEW | EVENTS originally published: 07/07/2021 (NEWARK, New Jersey) – The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra announced an outdoor concert series featuring music by composers from the Americas, with José Luis DomÃnguez on the podium. The orchestra gives free concerts at Ocean County College in Toms RiverRead More →
The coronavirus pandemic has created many obstacles for performing arts organizations, including limiting the way live performances can be presented. But it also gave them new opportunities. “One of the good things about this pandemic is that we are bringing our music and beauty together in the open air,” saidRead More →
Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler announced Thursday the closure of all outdoor spaces in the city like parks, including wooded areas. The closure remains in effect until September 24, unless otherwise modified. Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District closed all outdoor spaces until Monday, September 14. This includes parks, trails andRead More →
A petition calling for an indoor skatepark in Bradford has been signed by 111 people. The petition to Bradford council says existing skateparks are not fit for purpose and calls on the authority to provide “partial funding for the planning and construction” of an indoor facility that “would help putRead More →
Do you want to walk, run or cycle? Shoot a basket, kick a ball, play tennis, play pickleball or skate? Well, you can do all of these things again in Auburn Parks. Just keep your small group of five or less away from the house. On June 19, the stateRead More →
East Cobb Park has been locked up since the end of March. (ECN file) This is from the Cobb County government: Cobb PARKS will reopen its outdoor facilities on Monday, May 11. The trails and passive parks have already been opened to the public, so this will reopen the restRead More →
At lunch on a recent day’s work, I felt the urge to eat outside in the fresh air. With my delicious Aioli salad in hand, I headed to one of my favorite picnic spots in West Palm (pictured above). Can you guess the location? Here’s a hint: The Intracoastal Waterway’sRead More →
View of the construction site at Talleyrand Park on Tuesday, September 25, 2018 in Bellefonte. Phoebe sheehan [email protected] Appreciation of the outdoors is a deeply rooted value throughout central Pennsylvania. Here are three outdoor parks in Center County that are starting construction or making improvements so residents can get outRead More →
Spring is here, so now is the perfect time for an entertaining dinner in the open air, such as picnics. Grab a blanket, a ball or a frisbee and your favorite foods. And if you need more motivation, it’s your duty: Sunday is National Picnic Day. Here are some suggestionsRead More →