Nature inspired themed playgrounds are a natural fit when it comes to planning outdoor play spaces. We offer a full line of nature-inspired play elements.
Exciting kids games and outdoor activities for children at SkyTrek Adventure Park, Revelstoke, BC. Other attractions for toddlers and adults also available!
These beautiful wooden mountains are a wonderful addition to their collection and create the perfect backdrop for any small world set up. The 'snow cap' piece fits in like a puzzle piece allowing for even more creative play opportunities. They are a joy to touch and hold and have varying texture which assists in developing motor skills and allows the toy to become a guide to the world of wonder and adventure. Playing with wooden figures instills the love of nature and animals while developing creativity and imagination. They are the perfect educational tool for young children and are ideal for use in Montessori and Waldorf play settings. All of the Green Taiga toys are made from Alder wood and finished with water-based paints, linseed oil, and bio wax. All materials are of high quality and non-toxic. Measurements: Dimensions: L: 18 cm H: 13cm W: 2 cm Age Guide & Safety: Recommended for 3 years+. We always advise that toys be checked prior to play and recommend adult supervision during playtime. Not suitable for children 3 year and over who still have a tendency to put things in their mouth. Not to be used as a teething toy. Care Instructions: Do not submerge in water. Use a clean damp cloth to wipe surface. These beautiful toys are made from sustainable alder wood. Every care has been taken to preserve its texture and natural properties during production. Naturally you may see some growth rings, knots, or rough spots. These are not defects or faults. They are made by nature and tell the story of the wood from which is was made and make each piece special and unique.
En blog post från Mokkasin som handlar om I think I know why nature feels infinite.. Det delar kategorien AT WORK, KIDS - Här berättar Mokkasin lite om I think I know why nature feels infinite. The sky that only a moment ago was pitch black but suddenly shimmered like gold. And the dazzling sun .
Nature Adventure Play Mat Timsah Kid play mats/rugs are adventure play mats/rugs designed with different concepts, where our children can give life to new characters with new stories, freely and shared, using their own imaginations. The play mats we have designed have different subjects / concepts. Each play mat takes our children on a new adventure. Each new adventure causes our children to adopt a new mindset and produce new ideas for their character and journey. Provides mental and physical development support. It supports motor skills and increases social development by strengthening communication. Play Mat / Rug Content & size information: Lenght : 80 cm Height : 120 cm % 100 Cotton Canvas Rug. Due to the fact that these are handmade, the dimensions may differ by 0.5 - 1 cm. Washing instructions: Please wash at 20 - 30 degraes delicate cycle before first use and iron on reverse. it is 100% cotton canvas fabric, do not dry in the dryer. it is a washable and ironable fabric (on reverse) you can keep it hygenic and let your kid play in peace of mind.
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John Olson, Four children from a hippie commune walking through the woods with their sticks, Sunny Valley, Oregon, USA, 1969.
This pretend boat is a perfect freestanding playground addition for younger children. It features themed details to inspire imaginitive role play.
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Jupiter Play was contracted to create a bespoke timber multi-play unit for Harwoods Adventurous Playground in Watford. This site offers all-year-round inclusive play opportunities for children and their families to enjoy together. The playground also offers sensory play experiences with musical equipment and reflective panels
More than fifty per cent of Hendrick Farm land is preserved green space available for public enjoyment. Including parks, trails, and walking paths.
Toddler Playscape Cherokee Tribal Childcare Center – Cherokee, NC Cultural Inspiration Here we created both a small protected infant area and a large free-flowing toddler “discovery” park. Many features were added to introduce the traditional Cherokee culture to the children including elements of mythology, traditional building techniques, sculpture, traditional plants and symbols. The tricycle track is...
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Whether it's the replacement of a complete element or a tiny portion of your course, keeping up with routine maintenance is an important component of owning and operating a ropes course. Skywalker offers a comprehensive package of inspection and maintenance agreements that not only ensure that your climbing park, high ropes activity courses, and forest playgrounds meet all necessary safety standards, but also that wear and tear as well as mechanical fatigue, which is inevitably caused by continuous operation, will be detected and the affected equipment will be replaced. Because of the strong public attractiveness of our climbing parks and activity courses, as well as the resulting large number of visitors, a well-structured inspection and maintenance plan is required. Our notions include the creation of a comprehensive user handbook that includes the inspection frequency advised by Skywalker and its suppliers, as well as the necessary maintenance instructions for all of our activity courses. Regular site inspections Our maintenance service portfolio also contains bimonthly and annual type C inspections . These assessments are performed by certified Skywalker employees fully qualified to carry out these inspections. PPE Inspections PPE is an essential part of our industry, so you need to ensure that your equipment is safe for all your customers and users. Under the requirements of EN 15567 and the European PPE Regulations all of the equipment used on your course needs to be checked on an annual basis by a competent person. Maintenance Inspection and maintenance are inextricably linked. Furthermore, this is the most cost-effective solution to assure your climbing park's continued user safety. More minor faults, such as the replacement of biners, clamps, joints and connectors, as well as lines and ropes, are addressed during bimonthly inspections. During annual inspections, more extensive maintenance is performed on platforms, poles, and other structural parts. If you'd like further information about ropes course inspections, training and maintenance, please contact us. maintenance4 Skywalker. Experts in tree health care. Prior to the installation of any forest climbing park or high ropes activity course any trees serving as a part of the main structural elements of a climbing facility should be carefully examined by a qualified arbologist. Moreover, tree examination and health care in regular intervals after your climbing park went into operation is strongly recommended by all industry regulators. The frequency of these inspections varies depending on the species, location and the general health of your trees. And additional tree assessments are highly advisable after a period of severe weather conditions. Site acceptance testing prior to full operation. When a new ropes course or adventure park is built, and before it is used, an inaugural inspection is recommended to be done by a completely independent inspection body with no commercial interest in the ropes course or other conflict of interest . They must also have their own public liability insurance for such work and, crucially, operators should make sure an inspector is competent. The inaugural inspection is carried out in accordance with ISO/IEC17020 - and all processes prior to and after the inspection are managed by the inspection body. They will ensure that the full report is completed and the client receives its Inaugural Certification . With regard to these necessary site acceptance tests, Skywalker has an exclusive agreement with TÜV, one of Europe's leading independent testing and certification bodies.
I LOVE natural playscapes--they are definitely a happy space for me! Add kids and a little energy and stumps and logs become magical! I found a blog post about this space while looking for natural play spaces in the great area around Dayton, Ohio. We had fun at several places, such as the US Air Force Museum, Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, and the Children's Discovery Garden in Dayton. My husband was in town for Hamvention--a gathering of ham radio operators from all over the place. We tagged along for the hotel, pool, free breakfast, and new places to visit. While the other places were cool, the Natural Playscape at Russ Nature Preserve was my favorite! If you are in the Michiana area, it took us about 3.5 to 4 hours to drive there. It was a nice little get away! Beyond the welcome sign to the area, there were no signs, instructions, rules, etc. beyond the invitations to play and explore. There were several of the ropes similar to this below. Some were tied around the tree with the ends secured and duct tape over them. Others were bolted into a dead tree and secured in a similar manner. There were chairs and simple benches throughout the space. It's a nice place to relax and contemplate the woods. While the children were mostly interested in playing, they would stop from time to time to share their discoveries, such as a worm, fungus, etc. We even spotted a pileated woodpecker! Seeing the bird fly showed how large it truly is! Beautiful! We catch them out our back windows from time to time. Lovely! Simple see saws were scattered throughout the space--just a long branch perfectly draped over a bigger log. Loved this simple tunnel! This would be an easy peasy addition to any outdoor space. I talked to one of the key volunteers (and lovely lady with a lot of heart and passion for the place). She mentioned they had moved a tunnel like this to a new feature, but people loved it so much they had to add another! The teepee was also a great spot. There were a few branches nearby to add to the mix. It looked like there were some wooden supports nailed neat the top of the structure to give support to the branches that were placed there. Simple balance beams were scattered about. These were a different challenge than the larger logs. It was a little slick out due to a recent rain, so we did talk about the different challenges of slippery spots . The log cabin was perfect! The simple tires made a great place to climb through. Buried part way makes them more stable. This large log was specially curated (it seemed) for its curve and wedged right in between living trees for support. There was a small rope swing underneath. The log on top was perfect for climbing, with steps right up to it if needed. I watched a lot of balance on this! Had to check out the mushrooms! I loved this simple structure! It was so adaptable to various levels of ability. My older children and younger children all found the appropriate risk they needed! They could choose and self select between the many options for developmentally appropriate activities. More ropes and simple balance beams! Room for two! I LOVED watching the boy in front balance and negotiate the risk as he made his way across this log. I could tell he was being careful, slowing down when needed, and working on balancing skills. He is building resiliency and problem solving skills through outdoor play. More downed trees! Great places to balance. The one in the back mentioned this one was a little "squishy", showing the natural decay that happens over time. This was just a pile of logs and brush, probably not intended for climbing; however, since there were no signs, I didn't stop the kids as I was comfortable with them on it. They have proven themselves on places like this. Their favorite part of the yard is the log pile! Simple thinner tree cookies, made a place to hop from one place to another. Perfect for the younger boy as he hopped (or tried!) from circle to circle! A little risky play is good! Simple benches allow places for adults to rest or children to take a break. Loved the car! I made a little video of two of the boys on it. They made noises, talked about driving to Mexico, and were using their imaginations! This is a HUGE Tic Tac Toe game--who won? Checkers were also nearby. Way to work together boys! I loved this shot moving from one stump to the next. These were anchored in, allowing for more stability. More rope fun! These were anchored directly into the trees. Lots of great stumps! He chose the one that he felt most comfortable with. As you can see, he is excited about it! A simple table with dinner prepared! Detail of the ropes/duct tape and a wooden disc with a hole. It looks like some had broken off. Another log pile! Simple half logs. This was to be a bird's nest, with grapevines woven in. However, moms were worried the vines were poison ivy, so they left these like this. Still engaging! All four fit on a teeter totter! There is a slight incline to another section of the play space. They installed a rope to help climb it up. I tried it, too. It was fun and a great way to get to the next spot! This is where the next tunnel went--climb over, dig in the sand, have fun! My nine year old particularly liked it! My friend Chris from Nuts and Bolts Playgrounds and Early Learning Center says sand is one of the her top two most impacting areas in a natural play area. Another son pointed out the moss and mushrooms, checking out the natural decomposing of the wood. The rock spiral is a nice addition. Since this doesn't have a lot of growth as part of the forest floor, this looks low maintenance. Loved this little lean to! An eagle project is in the works, making a spider web for children to climb down the ravine! They are also building steps for less adventurous souls (maybe read as older) to get to the bottom as well. Love that they are using this space for more variety of slopes and surfaces. In addition, they have worked with volunteers to install steps on another trail, using rocks as the surface so they will not get as slick in the rain. They also enhanced a vernal pool to allow for more amphibians in the area. We did a quick garlic mustard pull as a way of saying thanks! I appreciate so much the efforts of Mr. and Mrs. Bish who have adopted this spot and continually add to the area. I talked to Mrs. Bish and she shared the history of a farm stead to a donation to the parks area. They have been long time volunteers to the parks and jumped at the chance to "adopt a spot" here. They coordinate and lead the efforts, putting in many hours pulling out invasive honeysuckle, using power tools, caring for plants, and more! Never once did I hear anyone tell my kids to stop interacting with nature. While some money was spent on supplies, such as bolts, rope, drainage pipe, steps, etc. most of the wood and logs were found on site. This is truly a labor of love in the many, many hours of volunteer work with various groups. I appreciate that someone had a vision and continues to work at it! Wish it were closer! If visiting the site, you might bring insect repellant and watch for poison ivy. Thank you, thank you to the many people who made this possible! Interested in other neat outdoor places? Check out my post on natural playscapes!
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