Discover the Beauty of Lesser-Known Parks This Summer! | CPAWS
We’ve curated a list of hidden-gem parks across Canada’s provinces and territories to spark your next great escape.| CPAWS
You are going to want to grab the kids and […] The post 3 New Indy Parks That You Have to See appeared first on Indy with Kids.| Indy with Kids
In 1900, Walter Hubbard donated a park to the town of Meriden, Connecticut. A firm believer that every community should have a green space, he insisted it always remain free for residents to enjoy. Today, Hubbard park is open year-round with multiple sites to explore. Every April since 1978, it hosts the Daffodil Festival, when more than 600,000 daffodils fill its fields as far as the eye can see. The event is free, and includes carnival rides, food trucks and fireworks. But beware: you wil...| Atlas Obscura - Latest Articles and Places
By Marian Spain, Chief Executive of Natural England Earlier this month I had the pleasure of visiting Dartmoor National Park and meeting the inspiring Kats Koster-Shadbolt, winner of last year’s New Perspective Award at the Campaign for National Parks’ National …| Natural England
The Sunset supervisor's legislative record didn’t spur his recall drive. But it certainly won’t save him from it. Besides closing the Great Highway, what else has Joel Engardio done?| Mission Local
A group of tech transplants and summer interns created an AI model to detect "male performativity" in San Francisco. A.I. is detecting San Francisco’s ‘performative males’| Mission Local
Jersey City's Planning Board approved a subdivision application outlining where the future park will be built amid concerns from local community groups about the project’s delays.| Jersey Digs
Texans will soon have a new place to explore along the Frio River: a 1,720-acre state park in Uvalde County. The future Bear Creek State Park — just a mile from the busy Garner State Park — marks the latest win from the Centennial Parks Conservation Fund, which is fueling an unprecedented wave of new park development across the state. The $1 billion fund, approved by Texas voters in 2023, is driving the biggest boom in new state park development since the ‘70s and ‘80s. The Texas Park...| CultureMap Austin
Outdoorsy Austinites have some new options for enjoying the city's parks as fall starts to move in. Austin Parks Foundation (APF) presents its free In the Park series, which will expand this year with new free programming for all ages. The first new event starts September 20. A new series for seniors called Spark in the Park leads the new additions. It's a six-week morning program at Dove Springs District Park that brings together activities for gentle fitness and "brain-boosting." It was cre...| CultureMap Austin
Welcome back to another “Ranked" article here on Laughing Place. This summer, I’ve expanded my amusement park horizons and visited three parks that I haven’t been to in a long time or at all. First up on my travels was Kings Dominion in Doswell, Virginia – a park I had...| Disney News |
A little bit of Japan is making its way to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood this year with the announcement of Chainsaw Man: The Chaos. What’s Happening: Straight from Universal Studios Japan, Halloween Horror Nights in Hollywood will welcome Chainsaw Man: The Chaos to the DreamWorks Theater.Denji, Aki,...| Disney News |
Earlier this week, we got a chance to preview the nightmares coming to Universal Studios Hollywood this year for Halloween Horror Nights – including a look at the Noche de Brujas scare zone. Now, we’re checking out some of the unique merchandise and food & beverage items that will be...| Disney News |
As we get closer to the opening night of this year’s Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, we were treated to a sneak peek of one of the scare zones that guests will encounter during the event, Noche de Brujas. The scare zone will be located in the French...| Disney News |
Entertainment Weekly shared a first look at Halloween Horror Nights coming to Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, including the house that will leave you with a smell “that sticks to you." What’s Happening: A new exclusive in Entertainment Weekly (EW) has shared more details about what fans can expect...| Disney News |
Welcome to Extinct Attractions. This week, I left the Disney bubble and took a look at a (very) recently closed Universal attraction. Last Thursday, Universal opened a brand-new experience in Las Vegas called Universal Horror Unleashed. The experience includes four different haunted houses that will bring the Halloween Horror Nights...| Disney News |
This weekend, we’re in the Bahamas for the ESPN Experiences’ Fantasy Football Ultimate Draft Weekend! Follow along for all of the fun.| Disney News |
Recently, Knott’s Berry Farm held their special event filling us with fright and giving us an idea of what to expect at this year’s signature Halloween event, Knott’s Scary Farm. The bulk of the event, Nightmare Revealed, was a special ceremony that took over a chunk of the park’s ghost...| Disney News |
Universal Orlando Resort has announced that the soundtrack for the highly anticipated Dark Universe land in Epic Universe, composed by the legendary Danny Elfman, is coming out of the shadows and will be available for streaming tonight. This follows the release of the Celestial Park soundtrack, continuing the musical journey...| Disney News |
The upcoming docuseries, Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks, has a new premiere date and will now debut exclusively on Peacock on September 29th. What’s Happening: As shared by Scott Gustin on X, the docuseries, which was originally slated for a July release, will now be available for...| Disney News |
Universal Orlando Resort is getting ready to welcome guests into the thrills and chills of Halloween Horror Nights with a preview of some of this year’s themed snacks. What’s Happening: The official Universal Orlando Horror Nights X account has shared a small preview of some of the frightening food and...| Disney News |
Just in time to plan your epic Canadian summer outdoors adventures, CPAWS has created a recon for the road less travelled on Canadian parks that are true ‘hidden gems.’ The post INTERACTIVE MAP: 45 ‘PSST-WORTHY’ BUT PASSED OVER CANADIAN PARKS IN PLAIN SIGHT appeared first on CPAWS.| CPAWS
We’ve curated a list of hidden-gem parks across Canada’s provinces and territories to spark your next great escape.| CPAWS
Wasaga Beach is a treasure of provincial significance. It deserves to remain owned by the public and fully open to all, with better access to those who can't or don't want to drive.| Sean Marshall
We played at a fun park in Park City on our latest trip to the area. Willow Creek Park has a fun new updated playground, as well as a dog park complete with pond. The new playground is built for all-abilities, and there is a lot to do. The whole theme is based around fishing […] The post Willow Creek Park | Park City| All-abilities Playground appeared first on Utah's Adventure Family.| Utah's Adventure Family
LEARN MORE The Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation’s 2025 Community Grants program opens Sept. 1, with applications due by 5 p.m. Oct. 1. Grants of up to $3,000 are available for qualifying park, trail and recreation projects. Find a link to the grant application portal at www.biparksfoundation.org/community-grants. Community Grants are awarded to [...] The post Community Grants window opens Sept. 1 appeared first on Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation.| Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation
Explore 509 acres of woodlands along the Ortega River basin on trails extending from the Nature Center complex at this beautifully-forested Jacksonville park.| Florida Hikes
The use of backlight in photography offers many advantages to make your photos pop. For example, the featured image above, captured at Mills Pond, highlights the strength of form and texture. Backlighting separates the subject from the background and creates … Read More| Through Brazilian Eyes
Lens-Artists Challenge #359: Tools of Photo Composition: Lines, Colors, and Patterns Steel and Sky Bridge How do you make your photos more appealing to viewers? Whether you are a professional or ho…| Through Brazilian Eyes
As one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities, Brampton is taking a bold step toward smarter and more transparent urban planning with the launch of two initiati ...| councillorsantos.ca
Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park (officially Kawartha Highlands Signature Site) is a 375-square-kilometre (145 sq mi) area of preserved wilderness used for recreational purposes in south-central …| 1000 Places and Memories
The Battery Park City Authority rebuilt the 3.5-acre park from scratch to resist flooding. It reopened Tuesday after two years.| Tribeca Citizen
By Steve Jenkinson, Access and Countryside Advisor to the Kennel Club I travel all over England with my dog Teal, working for the Kennel Club and Natural England to make great places for people and nature – and that includes …| Natural England
Parks Week is the perfect occasion to explore Manitoba’s amazing natural treasures. Here are some great ways to celebrate!| CPAWS Manitoba
Since 1972, World Nature Conservation Day has been celebrated on July 28. This day recognizes the importance of protecting nature and our natural wonders. More than ever, we need to step up and prevent unscrupulous businesses and politicians from destroying … Read More| Through Brazilian Eyes
PHOTOS: Celebrate Disney Starlight with a New Bucket and Popcorn Mix!| MickeyBlog.com
We've got the FIRST LOOK at the new nighttime parade in Magic Kingdom -- Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away!| MickeyBlog.com
The Sunny Hill to Nute’s Pond Trail is now open, the second trail built under the Bainbridge Island’s Parks & Trails Foundation’s Trails Connect Bainbridge Island campaign. The 0.3-mile wooded trail connects the existing Sunny Hill Trail (south of Country Club Road) with quiet Nute’s Pond park on Toe Jam Hill.| Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation
SLA’s design for Grønningen-Bispeparken is their “most radical” yet. By Irina Zhorov When rain started falling several days after the opening of Copenhagen’s Grønningen-Bispeparken, an employee from SLA, the design studio that reimagined the site, live streamed the storm to her colleagues. Days before, children had squealed at the new park, but now it was … Continue reading A Copenhagen Park Mixes Flood Control and Social Life→ The post A Copenhagen Park Mixes Flood Control and ...| Landscape Architecture Magazine
Henry Stern was the commissioner of the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation for almost 15 years. […] One of his idiosyncrasies was giving agency employees and many others an individual “park name,” which was to be used in communication by radio or email. Julius Spiegel, a long-time Brooklyn borough commissioner, was called “Mirror,” his last name translated from German. Stern conferred upon himself the name “Starquest.” Commissioner Stern also directed the departmen...| maya.land
Discover 15 of the best hikes near DC for families! These easy hikes near DC include top picks for hikes in Washington DC and nearby scenic trails.| DC Travel Magazine
Are you looking for unique beauty in Maine? Head to the Wild Gardens of Acadia! Maine is home to stunning stretches of natural beauty,...| Travel + Discover Maine
Did you know: Bainbridge Island is closing in on 50 miles of public trails! Find your way to the first 49 miles – and hike them all! – with the newly updated Trails on Bainbridge Island map. The large-format foldout map by the| Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation
Neighbors began the restoration nearly 30 years ago. The city of Oakland has wrapped it up, hauling out trash, commissioning mosaics, and installing benches and native plants.| The Oaklandside
What landscape architects need to know. More than 70 of the 1,600 trees died and many more are suffering or missing. A multidisciplinary team is seeking solutions. By Timothy A. Schuler Signs that the trees were struggling at the Flight 93 National Memorial were apparent almost as soon as the saplings went in. Located on a former coal strip mine outside| Landscape Architecture Magazine | The Magazine of the American Society of Lan...
While the majority of visitors to Rome spend their days marveling at the Colosseum and the Vatican's treasures, a quieter artistic story unfolds in the elegant Villa Torlonia museum complex. The exhibition "Un'altra forma di amore" ("Another Form of Love") which will be on display until next Novembe| From Home to Rome
A West Oakland meeting from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight will offer a chance for feedback on competing visions, including potential demolition of the highway.| The Oaklandside
Located 40 miles (63 km) northwest of San Francisco, Point Reyes National Seashore is a relatively hidden gem if you are not from this area. Rolling hills and endless beaches are the main features …| 1000 Places and Memories
The Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District is updating their Comprehensive Plan for 2026 and is seeking community-wide input to shape the future of parks, trails, recreation programs, natural areas, and facilities across Bainbridge Island. The Comprehensive Plan is a guiding document that’s updated every six years and assesses the data about what [...] The post Park District opens survey on Comprehensive Plan update appeared first on Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation.| Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation
When concerns surfaced that the redesign of Tom Lee Park would only benefit downtown, the firm returned to the drawing board. By Gale Fulton, ASLA What is the agency of the urban designer? How do we not just make landscapes, buildings, and public space, but make change?” These provocative questions, set out by Kate Orff, … Continue reading How SCAPE Flipped the Design Script In Memphis→ The post How SCAPE Flipped the Design Script In Memphis first appeared on Landscape Architecture Maga...| Landscape Architecture Magazine
Expect to pay significantly more on your next visit to a theme park.| Disney Dining
Grab your towel, put on your sunscreen, and embark on a memorable aquatic adventure at Oconee County's splendid swimming spots! The post Swimming Spots appeared first on Visit Oconee South Carolina.| Visit Oconee South Carolina
Childhood experience with nature is a significant predictor of adult well-being, found the study.| Asian Scientist Magazine
“This is the best tree-lover’s monument that could possibly be found in all the forests of the world.” – John Muir Located 12 miles (19 km) north of the Golden Gate Bridge, Muir Woods Nationa…| 1000 Places and Memories
Need ideas on what to include in your Epic Universe packing list? We've got you covered! Know what to bring for the park, hotels and more.| Disney Trippers
More than 150 years after its original debut, Lincoln Park still serves as a gathering place in downtown Greeley for everything from holiday celebrations to concerts and farmer’s markets to the annual Arts Picnic.| Greeley Museums
Plus a city council candidate is seeking interns; NYC Parks Department brass swing by Washington Market Park; a speaker series at Pine Street School.| Tribeca Citizen
Episode 17 ended yesterday when low fountaining at the south vent stopped. Pele’s dance sustained heights of 50-200 feet (15-60 meters) and lasted 35.5 hours. She showed a little north vent a…| Kaʻahele Hawaiʻi
Richie Haugland has been at the park for the past decade and is responsible for the explosion of color that comes every spring.| Tribeca Citizen
If you’re looking for the best Disney World non ride experiences then you’ve come to the right place! Whether you don’t enjoy rides, can’t experience them for medical reasons, or they just aren’t your thing, you don’t need to worry! There are still tons of experiences for you at Disney World. We’ve seen all the … The post 10 Must Do “Non-Ride” Experiences at Disney World appeared first on Disney Trippers.| Disney Trippers
There’s no denying that the excitement surrounding Universal’s new park keeps building. With opening day approaching (May 22nd anyone?) quickly, you want to be prepared for the portals! So, what are the things to know before visiting Epic Universe? This park is the first Universal Park to adopt the wheel and spoke design. So, once … The post 10 Things to Know Before Visiting Epic Universe At Universal Orlando appeared first on Disney Trippers.| Disney Trippers
Looking for the ultimate guide to Epic Universe? We've got you covered with tips, insight, and more! Know where to stay, eat, shop and ride.| Disney Trippers
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As we make our way through snowy winter weather across Canada, it may not be the time of year city residents associate with visiting a park to spend time in nature.| CPAWS
Hi everybody, Penny here. Well. I ask you….do I LOOK like I have a temper? Mom and daddy say that it’s time that I stop all my temper tantrums at home and the barking and lunging at dog…| Change Is Hard
We've got the FULL LIST of Easter food & drinks coming to Disney World and Disneyland! Check it out right here.| MickeyBlog.com
Discover Portland, Oregon's premier Park minutes away from the bustling NW 23rd Avenue shopping district. Explore Washington Park after shopping!| explorewashingtonpark.org
A lido, a lighthouse, sea views, geo trails and circular forts: Plymouth is packed with interesting coastal sights, shops, cafes and clifftop walks. You can reach them by bus and spend the day exploring. Arrive by train and buy a PlusBus ticket to get unlimited bus travel right across the area. Here are some of the things you can see.| Good Journey
Hillsborough River State Park has been closed since October after getting slammed by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.| Florida Rambler
Rep. Ilhan Omar introduces bill to ease path for mobile home residents to buy their parksFrank Adelmann was a resident, of many, evicted from Lowry Grove, a mobile park in the city of St. Anthony that was home to nearly 100 families. Days before the park’s closure in the summer of 2017, after the property […]| Twin Cities Daily Planet
W and I woke up before the sunrise and went for a walk in the park when it started to get light.| x over it
Bring your own sled for these Indianapolis-area sledding hills that families love every winter. Find photos, videos, maps, and all of the best tips.| indywithkids.com
Written by Audrey Walters Eagle Creek Park on Indy’s west …Eagle Creek Park | Endless Adventures in Nature Read More »| indywithkids.com
Facing rising heat in California, landscape architects address the unequal distribution of shade and water in the Eastern Coachella Valley by focusing on needs.| Landscape Architecture Magazine - The Magazine of the American Society of Lan...
From the spiral staircase to the infamous Battlebox, check out the various historical landamarks in Fort Canning Park.| TheSmartLocal - Singapore's Leading Travel and Lifestyle Portal
A splashy new park with public art and gardens is finally opening in Frisco: Called Kaleidoscope Park, it's a new green space opening inside Hall Park, the mixed-use development off Gaylord Parkway and Dallas Parkway, where it's being billed as the second-biggest park opening in DFW since Klyde Warren Park opened in downtown Dallas in 2012.| CultureMap Dallas
One of the West’s most prolific archeological sites is surprisingly accessible. Pictograph Cave State Park is right outside of Billings, Montana. It’s famous for pictographs inside caves and for a phenomenal dig in the 1930s that revealed more than 30,000 artifacts. “That really put it on the map of archeology in the West,” said Richard Tooke, the park’s ranger/manager/chief cook and bottle washer. The 23-acre park includes three caves and is located about seven miles south of Billi...| Outdoors Wire
On June 19, communities throughout the United States celebrate Juneteenth. While the federal government officially recognized the holiday in 2021, Juneteenth has a history dating back to 1866. The holiday honors the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States, and celebrations range from parades to historical reenactments in national parks. This year, you can also celebrate Juneteenth by visiting one of America’s stunning national parks for free. The National Park Servic...| Outdoors Wire
If you want to see all the natural wonders, adorable animals, and stunning sights at Yellowstone National Park, you’ll probably need to plan for more than a single day’s visit. So, where can you rest your head at night after a day of exploring the region? When it comes to places to stay near the park, visitors will find traditional campgrounds, backcountry camping, cozy lodges, and even cabins to choose from. Today, let’s explore some of these Yellowstone National Park lodging options. ...| Outdoors Wire
Your guide to the best waterfalls near DC when you want to see the most beautiful cascades just a short drive away in Maryland and Virginia.| DC Travel Magazine
The street could join parcels of McCarren Park bifurcated by cars.| nyc.streetsblog.org
For decades, residents of the Govalle neighborhood in East Austin have enjoyed a grove of roughly 75 pecan trees planted in an unusually neat orchard-like grid on undeveloped land at 1129 Tillery Street, the site serving the community as an ad hoc neighborhood park and also supplying a healthy crop of pecans for pies and pralines. The city-owned site...| TOWERS
The long and winding road to the City of Austin’s development of a roughly 19-acre land assembly in the historic St. John neighborhood with mixed-income housing and park space only has a few twists and turns left. You’ll agree that’s good news considering the timeline at play here — the adjacent tracts at 7211 and 7309 North Interstate 35, once respectively occupied by a Home...| TOWERS
Get ready to heat things up this summer in Hamilton.| Tourism Hamilton
When Ralston originally platted the city of Indianapolis, he made no provision for parks. The populating of Indianapolis began in 1819 and by 1822, the| Historic Indianapolis
Santa Cruz County, California, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat from the summer heat or just want to enjoy a leisurely walk surrounded by towering trees, here are some of the best hiking spots to beat the summer heat in Santa Cruz County.| Visit Santa Cruz County
Grab your sunscreen and a towel this Summer, here some North Dallas Area Splash Parks. Check out one or all of these Splash parks, Splash Pads & Spray Parks| Plano Moms
VIneyard Grove Park is a fantastic Utah County park, and it's packed full of great places to play. Whether you want to climb, swing, or get soaked by the splash pad, there's something for all ages here.| Utah Discover
Nestled deep amongst the tree-lined peaks of the Santa Cruz Mountains lies one of the best-kept secrets of the San Lorenzo Valley: Loch Lomond Reservoir. The pristine lake’s crystalline blue waters are encompassed by a lush evergreen forest, providing an abundance of natural space to explore and discover. Listen to the serene sound of the lake’s waves lapping against the shore as you soak in the spectacular scenery that makes Loch Lomond a place that goes beyond your wildest dreams!| Visit Santa Cruz County
We are highlighting some of the best places in Santa Cruz County to explore the great outdoors! From miles of sand to comb on the beaches of south county to| Visit Santa Cruz County
View from the shelter at the trailhead. This week’s Sunday Stills challenge theme is ‘Great Outdoors Month.’ See more responses here. I did this hike, at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, quite a wh…| Graham's Island
On May 13th, C3 Presents announced that the 2023 Austin City Limits Music Festival generated $8.1 million dollars for Austin’s parks.| Austin Parks Foundation
Is it your first time at Universal Orlando? Here are some insider tips to know before you go to make the most of your trip!| Disney Trippers
We’re celebrating all of our fantastic volunteers, and shining a spotlight on our latest Adopt-A-Park group: Rosewood Neighborhood Park.| Austin Parks Foundation
This April, we’re celebrating all of our fantastic volunteers, and shining a spotlight on our 2023 Volunteer of the Year, Lisa Sledge.| Austin Parks Foundation
Earl J. Pomerleau Pocket Park is Austin’s newest two-acre park in District 1. The park is set to open to the public in July 2023.| Austin Parks Foundation
During Fundy’s low tide cycle you are literally able to walk, and explore, the ocean floor. Ground covered only a few short hours earlier is revealed and the potential for finding newly exposed treasures, such as fossils, sea glass and semi-precious stones, make it easy to spend hours combing the shores.| Bay of Fundy
An hour outside Saint John on the Fundy Coastal Drive will bring you to the charming, fishing village of St. Martins. Set on the Bay of Fundy, visitors love exploring the miles of unspoiled beaches, learning about fresh and salt water fishing, the active harbour with its twin covered bridges, and the sea caves and salt marshes.| Bay of Fundy
Afraid of falling trap to common mistakes at Universal? No worries! We've got 9 mistakes to avoid at Universal Studios Orlando.| Disney Trippers
One of our most common questions is about all abilities playgrounds in Utah, so here is a HUGE list of all the all abilities parks we know of| Utah's Adventure Family
Find your park with this US National Parks List + FREE National Parks Checklist! This massive guide has every park, in every state!| Hello Little Home
