Knowledge is power, and knowledge not shared is knowledge wasted. The purpose of this blog is to share the wealth of knowledge that we have gained over our tenure in the playground and recreation industry. This blog covers a variety of topics that vary from installation of commercial playground equipment, shade and surfacing and other technical writings, to the impact of play on child development.
The whole world benefits when children play. Play aids in the development of not only children but communities and society at large. Children that play and grow together on the playground are better prepared later in life to deal with challenges and social interactions. This simple act of playing, while it may seem basic is worthy of additional thought and study; it is truly one of the most important activities in human development and to promote play is to promote a better world. Our mission is to help promote play and child development by providing the best playground and recreational products and services to our community at affordable prices. We hope that this blog and the information in it helps you to learn more about the importance of play and the industry.
Simplify the playground planning process by taking advantage of the summer months when students aren’t in session. The beginning of the year is the ideal time to start planning any playground installations or renovations. Budget approvals likely have been…
Follow these maintenance tips to preserve playground equipment when winter weather strikes. When freezing conditions hit your playground, they can impact your materials. Key components, like surfacing and shade structures, should be prepped, if possible, beforehand. Areas in the Northeast…
The Council on Physical Education for Children and the National Association for Sport and Physical Education emphasize the importance of unstructured playtime in their official position paper, Recess in Elementary Schools. The position is based on extensive research revealing major improvement in…
What better New Year resolution than to make the playground a safer place to play? While outdoor play is essential for healthy child development, there are several key factors to keep in mind when it comes to safety. Playgrounds are…
Ever been on a playground without shade on a hot day? Several pieces of equipment, if not all of the playground surfaces, can get so hot they are not safe to touch. Even on cool days, playground equipment retains massive…
Give your child a gift that keeps giving this holiday season. Get out and play! Perhaps one of the most meaningful and long lasting gifts you can give to your child is the appreciation and enjoyment of outdoor play. Those…
Get a natural energy boost with outdoor fitness equipment. Studies show those who workout have significantly higher energy levels than those who do not. A study by researchers at the University of Georgia analyzed the link between exercise and energy…
When installing a playground, the number one factor to consider is safety. Before you begin, it is important to assess several foundational factors including, the slope, soil quality and nearby vegetation on the playground site. One of the first stages…
Daycare playgrounds are designed to help boost the achievement of young learner milestones. Designed for ages 6 to 23 months and 2 to 5 years, daycare playground equipment is built with safety top of mind. When children play on age…