Last summer I took the kids to a lake north of Mundellein, Illinois (near Chicago) that had an incredible play area. It covered about 1/4 acre, the predominant building material was landscaping blocks. It had multiple levels, tunnels, a big rock to climb on. The 8 - 10' walls were easy to climb and the ground was a 2 foot layer of shredded tires. Even the "adult" bleachers were made from the landscaping blocks and integrated into the play area. The "modern" play area; swings, bridges, fort, slides and poles was on the upper level.
It was the most fun I've had with the kids in years. But if it was safe and fun for a 46 year old fat man, perhaps it was too safe?
Krashkart's point was brilliant. Where's the incentive to hold on for dear life if the ground is soft enough to break your fall and not your arm?
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In the month of July of the year 1348, between the feasts of St. Benedict and of St. Swithin,
a strange thing came upon England...
My U297 build thread
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