Most playground injuries that result in an emergency room visit occur when children fall to the surface. Because of this, it is critical to install effective safety surfacing beneath equipment. However, even when you invest in a safe surface, there are factors that will have an impact on your surface's effectiveness after installation, including weather, poor maintenance and more.

Dog parks have become increasingly common amenities in cities and towns across the country. On top of that, there are millions of dog owners across the country, and many of them visit parks and trails with their pets. Whether in the dog park or along the trail, you can provide amenities that make places more pet- and people-friendly.

Providing the opportunity for people of all abilities to play together is an important goal for parks, schools and other organizations. While the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) establishes guidelines that aim to provide access to everyone, sometimes these guidelines don't go far enough.

Ensuring your swimming pool looks good and is functioning properly requires regular attention to maintenance. One crucial step is painting, which is a relatively easy way to make your pool look new again. But before you begin, it's important to understand the proper procedures for painting your pool.

Spraygrounds have grown rapidly in popularity across the United States, and now that people are more familiar with the fun of playing in the water, you might want to think about ways to extend the fun even further. There are simple ways to make sure your sprayground is providing lasting fun for visitors.

Restroom structures are a popular addition at park sites, but there are other types of buildings, from concessions to shower buildings and even storage buildings, that you can add to your site to spruce things up, or even just to simplify storage and maintenance.

Maintaining consistent water quality at your aquatic facility is a top priority to ensure safety of swimmers and staff alike. Clear water provides a clear view for lifeguards, and proper water quality is necessary to keep swimmers safe from waterborne illnesses and to ensure proper air quality.

Beautiful landscapes can draw people out, for walking, viewing and gathering. But when you really want to create a place for your community to come together, adding site amenities can have a tremendous positive impact, turning a simple landscape into a new social hot spot, providing even more reasons to visit.

Playgrounds are a great way to get kids of all ages active and moving, but for many, the typical play structure can get boring, with one path to follow. Providing play equipment that gives kids more choices is a smart way to get them moving and keep them coming back for more.

Developing a beautiful outdoor site requires careful attention to detail. Site furnishings can be found in myriad materials and styles that will suit just about any environment. To create a natural and inviting park, look for wood furnishings designed for commercial use.