When schools and parks first started installing playground equipment, they gave little thought to the playground surface materials that they used. Read More

Fall is perhaps the best season for outdoor play, when picnic areas are not overheated by grills and children can play for hours without overexerting. Read More

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month and in truth, it is a rare person who does not realize that America's children are suffering from obesity at greater rates than ever before. Read More

Playgrounds are a major investment and a key part of creating and maintaining a community that focuses on healthly recreation.  Read More

Surfacing is often the last thing considered when our clients describe their playground concept; in fact, many customers have not considered playground surfacing at all. Read More

Independent, or free standing playground equipment as it is sometimes called, is any equipment not attached to a larger playground structure. This equipment is an extremely practical way to make your playground more appealing to a wider range of children.  Read More

Whether you are planning on purchasing a commercial swing set for your playground or already have one, it's important to understand how to maintain them. Read More

Dehydration is a leading cause of emergency room visits during the summer months. Whether you are constructing a park or improving your community's public spaces, plan to prioritize heat relief. Read More

Playgrounds are designed to withstand everything the environment and children can throw at them but they still need TLC to help keep them safe Read More

Purchasing a playground is a major investment that signifies a commitment to the health and happiness of children in your community. Although planning and purchasing a playground is always exciting, everyone wants to know that they received the best deal as well as the best product. Read More

Heart disease is the number one cause of death and disability in America today. According to the CDC, it's also one of the most preventable causes of death in our country. Read More

Family Health & Fitness Day (FHFD) gives families and communities nationwide the opportunity to get involved and get active as a family. September 28, 2013 marks the 17th annual FHFD. Read More

Keeping your dog in shape and giving him or her an opportunity to play with other friendly doggy friends is just as important as taking your kids to the park to play with friends and get proper exercise. Read More

Laying the right surface in your playground area can be a lot harder than you think. You can't just put down a couple bags of sand or mulch and say your playground is safe. Read More

Fitness has been a universal activity since cavemen roamed the earth. People are compelled to stay fit or get fit for many different reasons, some being the following: lower risk of heart attack or other life-threatening health issues; increase ability to protect one's self against predators; perform better in labor-intensive jobs or careers Read More

In 1990 the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed.This act is designed to give civil rights protection to individuals with disabilities. Read More

Keeping children safe is the number one priority for BYO Recreation, so for the month of May we are going to continue to educate you about how you can keep your kids safe while at play. Read More

Keeping children safe is the number one priority for BYO Recreation, so for Playground Safety Week we want to provide you with a checklist of things to examine on your playground surface, so you can ensure your children are safe while playing. Read More

The NRPA and CPSI Curriculum state that 1-in-3 playground injuries are allegedly a result of a lack of playground maintenance or improper playground maintenance. Read More