There’s an old episode of The Simpsons where Homer Simpson sees an ad for a used trampoline and gets so excited he can’t even say the word.
“Tramampoline! Trambapoline!”
The whole thing ends the way all Homer’s schemes do – badly – but we understand his enthusiasm.
Trampolines are a great addition to your backyard, especially as your children outgrow swing sets. They can offer hours of enjoyment for you and your children. Here’s a primer on the right way – and the safe way—to buy a trampoline.
Some of our best summer memories aren’t of the beach, or amusement parks or faraway vacations, but of adventures that happened right in our backyards.
When you’re a kid, your backyard can be its own universe, a place where you and your friends play cherished games, invent new games and make discoveries.
But little did we know that as we were having fun and making memories, we were also making ourselves healthier through backyard play. Here’s how:
There was a time when the term “swing set” often meant a shabby metal or plastic structure with two or three swings attached.
But these days, swing sets are more sturdy, more elaborate and more fun, featuring swings, slides, climbing walls and other features that can provide your kids or grandkids with hours of backyard play.
There’s more to purchasing a swing set than just going to a retailer and ordering one. There are a number of factors you should consider when you choose your new swing set.
Swing sets typically require six feet of clearance around them for safety. You need a flat space free of overhanging branches. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends having a six-foot barrier between all playground equipment and structures such as homes or fences.
