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Adventure PlaygroundA playground for children that contains building materials, discarded industrial parts, etc, used by the children to...
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This site has been developed for parents, students, teachers, administrators and community members. It helps you navigate the process of creating and using new outdoor spaces at schools.
Who is this site for?
We’ve designed this website to help guide parents through the process of creating new outdoor play and learning environments at their...
Getting Started
Beginning to plan ideas for your school project? What topics should you consider before before you build your school’s project?
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Get to know your options for incorporating play elements into your design- there are elements to suit many needs, age groups, and budgets.
Play Elements
How will your PAC group get started on your school project? Where will you look for ideas, funding, or cost estimates?
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