PARKS 2015
Outside, where it really happens. Working in Parks and Recreation, you understand the value of time spent in nature walking, running, climbing, jumping, or just being. You know that outdoor quality time is losing ground with kids. There s more competition than ever for their time from school, sports, and technology. Video games release new versions all the time. When s the last time someone updated outdoor play? We want to make sure we always have a good answer for that. Actually, a great answer for that. Playworld is committed to working with Parks & Recreation professionals to create great outdoor play experiences. From concept to play testing to site design, your input plays a critical role in what we do and it shows. So get in touch, get involved, and let s make great play. Together, we can keep unstructured play alive and well: by building spaces that cultivate play. Sustaining it for generations. And sharing what makes great play and why it matters. Marnevic Memorial Park, Fox Creek, Alberta, Canada Playworld representative: The Playground Guys 1
NRPA: Supporting the 10 Million Kids Outdoors Campaign 650 parks. 49 states. 5.5 million kids and counting. 2 Brentwood Park, Washington, D. C. Playworld representative: All Recreation
The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) put it well: The nature of childhood has changed there s not much nature in it. So they joined a movement. And it s growing. 10 Million Kids Outdoors is the name, and the goal, of this ambitious initiative. It s getting kids out out of the glow of TV, computer games and Grumpy Cat videos. Out of their indoor habitat. And into the habit of enjoying the outdoors. State by state, park by park, kid by kid, this effort is reconnecting young people with nature and outdoor play, along with all its benefits physical, social and emotional. It s not about pushing them out the door. It s about pulling them outside with meaningful outdoor experiences. 10 Million Kids Outdoors was created to: Improve health and wellness Provide quality parks and recreation experiences Foster environmental stewardship and appreciation of nature Raise awareness of the value of structured and unstructured play Ensure safe, affordable and accessible park and recreation opportunities Position parks, recreation and environmental conservation as essential to every community Is your community involved? It s time to get kids outside and time for Parks & Recreation to show the way. For more on 10 Million Kids Outdoors, visit www.nrpa.org/10millionkidsoutdoors 3
Little River Big Achievement Little River Park Moore, Oklahoma When the mile-wide EF5 tornado plowed through Moore, Oklahoma in 2013, it flattened virtually everything in its path. Except for the spirit of Moore. 4
Mayor Glenn Lewis put it this way: In our great challenges we find opportunities for renewal. And so they did, starting with the playground at Little River Park. The place was flattened. Thousands of trees gone, ripped away along with everything else by the tornado. But the playground would be one of the first symbols of Moore s resolve to rebuild. We needed to replace the playground, says Todd Jenson, Parks Director, but we wanted to build it better than before. They On May 20th, 2013, nearly 1,150 homes were destroyed and $2 billion decided on a pirate theme, to tie in damages were caused by the EF5 tornado in Moore, Oklahoma. in with the park s three lakes. But building better wouldn t be easy. After such a huge tornado, virtually all of Moore had to be rebuilt. Budget would be tight. Working with his Playworld representative at The PlayWell Group, Inc., Jenson organized a community build. Groups from all over Oklahoma and Texas pitched in on the playground: church groups, students, contractors, the City of Moore Fire Department, Park and Recreation employees and other volunteers. Raising Cain s Chicken and Chick Fil A provided food and drinks, and local DJ groups came in to provide entertainment. Having brought the Moore community together to rebuild, the new playground at Little River Park serves as a symbol of recovery, of getting back to life as usual. For a while after the storm, people weren t coming out, Jenson says. The playground is really bringing people back to the park. Local Playworld representative for the community, The PlayWell Group, Inc., helped rebuild the playground and bring people together. 5
Minnow Ages 2-5 Permission to come aboard and set sail to adventure! This age-appropriate themed ship playground provides hours of pretend fun that s sure to appeal to every sea-faring traveler. Space Required: 28 1 x 34 8 (8,56m x 10,57m) 350-1516....................... $24,613 6 Additional palettes and custom colors available on most products.
Tree Fort Ages 5-12 Themed playspace with realistic tree cadres and other themed elements lets kids pretend they are exploring a tree fort. Space Required: 76 3 x 65 (23,24m x 19,81m) 500-1350 B. A. C. Adventure Trails Ages 5-12 No matter what thrills you seek the adrenaline rush of rock climbing or flying on the Monorail the adventure is here to be discovered. Activity panels, climbers and slides offer something for everyone. Space Required: 61 x 45 (18,59m x 13,72m) IDEA-1514...................... $ 38,764 A. Hairpin Turn Ages 5-12 RB-315.......................... $9,945 B. Monorail Ages 5-12 350-MONO....................... $ 4,405 C. Penthouse Ages 5-12 350-1504....................... $24,414 7
Walk in the Park Ages 2-12 So much to see and experience for all ages as you move from one end of this playspace to the other. Exciting action-packed motion activities, electronic play, classic and modern playground elements, and areas for seating to rest or observe. Space Required: 102 x 65 (31,09m x 19,81m) IDEA-1515... $ 125,190 A. Activo Pronto Ages 5+ ACT-1200... $ 41,313 B. NEOS 360 All Ages ZZXX0995... $ 29,668 J. C. Heavy Duty Swings Ages 2-12 SWING-H8-8A... $ 5,596 D. Activo Bambino Kiddie Corner Ages 2-5 ACT-1302... $ 20,981 A. C. E. B. L. F. G. M. L. MIX & MATCH WITH UNITY COLLECTION Unity Dome * Ages 5-12 Shown with optional sensory connections. ZZXX0366... $ 15,500 Unity Canopy Large Ages 5-12 ZZX X0187... $ 6,000 8
E. Spinami Ages 5-12 ZZX X0151... $ 3,862 F. Revo Ages 5-12 ZZXX0081... $ 6,682 G. Cozy Cocoon Ages 2-12 ZZXX0483... $ 2,379 H. Moon Rock Climber Ages 2-12 ZZXX0148... $ 2,801 I. Butterfly Climbers Ages 2-5 ZZXX0480... $ 335 each J. Hypar Shade ZZXX0810... $ 1,921 each K. Lewisburg Bench ZZX X1590... $ 1,618 L. Lewisburg Backless Bench ZZX X1591... $ 1,232 M. Lewisburg Bike Rack ZZX X1593... $ 591 J. I. K. H. D. MIX & MATCH WITH UNITY COLLECTION Unity Slide Climber Ages 5-12 ZZXX0346... $ 11,000 Unity Teeter Tunnel * Ages 5-12 ZZX X0182... $ 6,900 *Patent Pending Request the 2015 Buyer s Guide for full product listing & specifications. 9