River Pollution is Being Collected and Recycled to Make Gorgeous Floating Public Parks
This gorgeous floating park is made entirely out of recycled trash that was collected from the river on which it floats.
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700 Acres of Massive 1,000-Year-old Redwoods Are Being Turned into a Public Park
This pristine patch of redwoods has been a well-kept secret for over a century – and soon, it will be ready for everyone to enjoy for free.
Man Completes Ultimate Nonstop Road Trip By Visiting All 419 National Park Service Sites in America
Inspired by his father's death, this 33-year-old man embarked on an epic nonstop road trip to visit every single National Park Service site in the US.
Superhero Kids and Families Get Day Away From Cancer at Great America Amusement Park This Mother's Day
Hundreds of kids, caregivers, and family members are going to be given a day of fun, taking a break from their courageous fights against cancer.
This Determined Sound-Tracker is Creating 'Quiet Parks' As Part of His Mission to Save Silence
This sound expert is fighting to protect the quietest places in the world so that people can experience the sound of silence for generations to come.
Advocacy of Stunning Lands Pays Off: New Zealand Approves Largest National Park Expansion in History
Conservationists are rejoicing over New Zealand's historic new expansion of a national park, which is expected to protect dozens of endangered species.
These Specially-Trained Dogs Are Protecting Both Humans and Bears Thanks to Their Natural Fearlessness
These specially-trained canines are being hired to protect both humans and bears thanks to their special genetic skillset.
Senate Passes Biggest Public Lands Package of the Decade With Sweeping Bipartisan Approval
The legislation, which was approved in a 92-8 vote, will designate over 1.3 million acres as nationally-protected public lands.
Park Rangers Delighted to Find Elephant Seals Reclaimed Beach During Government Shutdown
As a result of the US government shutdown, the absence of human activity at Point Reyes has actually helped the formerly endangered elephant seal.
Here's How Families and Groups Are Pitching in to Maintain National Parks During Government Shutdown
These volunteer-led initiatives show that Americans are more than willing to take care of their parks and communities when trouble arises.
Wildlife Thrives in Restored Chicago Wetlands
A chance to restore the wetlands came in 1994 when the Chicago Parks District established its Ecological Restoration Program. Now there are loons, coots, mergansers, and herons too.
Join Thousands Converging on National Parks for Free Admission Saturday
On Saturday, September 24th, more than 170,000 Americans will volunteer at parks and beaches across the country building trails, removing invasive plants and picking up trash in honor of National Public Lands Day. Admission fees into national parks will by waived for the general public that day, a gift from the 100 or so parks that normally charge entrance fees.
Recycling Heroes Include Parks, Schools, Stadiums and Corporations
Across the nation, an antigarbage strategy known as "zero waste" is moving from the fringes to the mainstream, taking hold in school cafeterias, national parks, restaurants, stadiums and corporations. At Yellowstone National Park, the clear soda cups and white utensils are not your typical cafe-counter garbage. Made of plant-based plastics, they dissolve magically when heated for more than a few minutes.
Primate Park Protects Exploding Population of Pesky Monkeys (Video)
Primate Park Protects Exploding Population of Pesky Monkeys (Video)
Burt's Bees Founder Buys Enough Land in Maine to Open National Park, Finds Common Ground With Hunters
The state's sportsmen were outraged when the conservation-minded founder of Burt's Bees bought up more than 120,000 acres of Maine's fabled North Woods, but fter initiating a face-to-face dialogue with some of her biggest critics, Ms. Quimby wants to set aside 30,000 acres to be managed like a state park, with hunting and snowmobiling allowed.
After Ten Years, Goose Renews Longtime Bond With Woman
A San Diego woman first formed a bond with a Chinese goose at Miramar Lake 20 years ago. After a 10-year break, she went back to the lake to see if he was still there. As soon as she pulled up in the car she said she recognized 'Blanco'. She got out of the car and said, Blanco? His telescoping neck shot up in the air and it was like they'd never been apart.
Sweet Deal for Girls After Lemonade Stand was Closed for Lack of Permit
Three girls whose lemonade stand was shut down by the police in Midway, Georgia, for not having a business license and food permit, were offered a prime location to reopen in the tourist-rich state park of Jekyll Island. Officials even built the girls a new lemonade stand.
Central Park is Still Neat, Even on a Gray Day (Video)
It doesn't have to be a sunny day to enjoy NYC's Central Park. It's a neat place even on a grey Winter day... Here's a video submitted by a WS user.
New Zealanders Crowdfund $2Mil to Buy Private Beach for Public Enjoyment
A pair of brothers-in-law may have raised more than enough needed to buy a pristine, private beach and open it to the public.
UPDATE: New Zealanders Win Bid to Buy Beach By Crowdfunding; It's Now Public
New Zealanders pooled their money to successfully purchase a pristine beach out from under developers and make it part of a National Park.
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