by RecWest Outdoor Products | Nov 22, 2016 | Design, Dog Parks, Landscape Structures
BLOG Let’s talk about dogs – 5 reasons why dog parks are important Let’s talk about dogs Did you know that 1 in 5 of the U.S. population own at least one dog? In our society, dogs have become an important part of the family unit. People enjoy having...
by RecWest Outdoor Products | Nov 15, 2016 | Design, Landscape Structures, Playground
BLOG Global Playground Trends PLAY SPACE DESIGN Looking at the leading trends in play space design there are many influences driving these movements. Playgrounds are becoming more than a place for children to play. They are a place to develop and build physical,...
by RecWest Outdoor Products | Oct 24, 2016 | Design, Landscape Structures, Playground
BLOG Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Zimmerman Park Playground Last week RecWest was honored to be a part of the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the City of Norwalk’s brand new baseball-themed playground at Zimmerman Park. Playground Design The playground seamlessly...
by RecWest Outdoor Products | Oct 20, 2016 | Landscape Structures, Playground
BLOG Getting Bored At The Playground? We Know Why… Challenging Playgrounds It seems more and more challenging playgrounds have been replaced by ultra-safe ones. Children need challenges and mental stimulation in their daily life, but with most playgrounds today...
by RecWest Outdoor Products | Oct 11, 2016 | Landscape Structures, NRPA, Playground, Shelters & Shade, Site Furnishings
BLOG National Recreation Park Association Conference 2016 National Recreation Parks Association (NRPA) The NRPA conference was held in St. Louis this year. Together with thousands of other professionals it was time for networking, educational sessions, and a sneak...