#IAlwaysMakeTimeFor checking the playground.pic.twitter.com/4kHK6sVNcT
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Overall, two goals to keep in mind when it comes to playgrounds: 1. This space is safe for kids and won't send them to the ER. 2. Kids are playing in a way that won't send them to the ER or worse.
1. To make sure the space is safe, look for shock-absorbing surfaces under the playground equipment (wood chips, mulch, sand). Look for any sharp edges, rusty edges, or other weather wear. Check to make sure surfaces aren't too hot (especially in the western US)
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shouldn't playgrounds be built and maintained to standards that would prevent these risks in the first place?
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I feel like we are too risk-averse. Without the ability to explore risk-taking in the physical sense, as humans have done since our existence, the urge comes out in other ways. Adventure playgrounds nurture these basic human needs and drives.
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