Brummet's Conscious Blog

  Encourage kids to play outside with these 3 fun winter activities: * Today’s article was written by Meagan Deacon... it was a bit long so I've split it into a few parts... today is part 1.   Megan invites our readers to check out ParknPool - the leading online supplier of commercial grade site amenities and furnishings such as picnic tables, park benches, trash receptacles, drinking fountains, bleachers and playgrounds. It is important to us that all kids and adults spend as much time in the outdoors as possible. For more information visit  http://www.parknpool.com . Part 1 published September 17 th http://consciousdiscussions.blogspot.com/2015/09/enjoy-playground-all-year-long-part-1.html   Part 2 published September 20 t h : http://consciousdiscussions.blogspot.com/2015/09/enjoy-playground-all-year-long-part-2.html Wintertime is a magical season that's fil...

    Make nature a part of playground fun: * Today’s article was written by Meagan Deacon... it was a bit long so I've split it into a few parts... today is part 1.   Megan invites our readers to check out ParknPool - the leading online supplier of commercial grade site amenities and furnishings such as picnic tables, park benches, trash receptacles, drinking fountains, bleachers and playgrounds. It is important to us that all kids and adults spend as much time in the outdoors as possible. For more information visit  http://www.parknpool.com . Part 1 published September 17 th http://consciousdiscussions.blogspot.com/2015/09/enjoy-playground-all-year-long-part-1.html There are many ways to encourage children to take notice of nature and get active as well, here are a few ideas: Bird Watching : Between sparrows, blue jays, cardinals, woodpeckers, hummingbirds, and all the rest, this is quite a show for kids to enjoy....

Important tips for protecting kids from the sun * Today’s article was written by Meagan Deacon... it was a bit long so I've split it into a few parts... today is part 1.   Megan invites our readers to check out ParknPool - the leading online supplier of commercial grade site amenities and furnishings such as picnic tables, park benches, trash receptacles, drinking fountains, bleachers and playgrounds. It is important to us that all kids and adults spend as much time in the outdoors as possible. For more information visit  http://www.parknpool.com . Spending too much time outside in the summer can be harmful for children. The sun's powerful and harmful ultraviolet rays can cause skin damage and sunburn. That's not to mention the harm that harsh, bright lights can cause to sensitive eyes. To make sure that kids in your community are protected against the sun while enjoying playground equipment, keep the following...

Two ways communities can prepare public playgrounds for spring:   * Today’s article was written by Meagan Deacon... it was a bit long so I've split it into a few parts... today is part 1.   Megan invites our readers to check out ParknPool - the leading online supplier of commercial grade site amenities and furnishings such as picnic tables, park benches, trash receptacles, drinking fountains, bleachers and playgrounds. It is important to us that all kids and adults spend as much time in the outdoors as possible. For more information visit  http://www.parknpool.com . Part 1 published September 17 th : http://consciousdiscussions.blogspot.com/2015/09/enjoy-playground-all-year-long-part-1.html Part 2 published September 20 th : http://consciousdiscussions.blogspot.com/2015/09/enjoy-playground-all-year-long-part-2.html Part 3 published September 23 rd : http://consciousdiscussions.blogspot.com/2015/09/enjoy-playground-all-year-long-part-...

Today's article was sent our way via author: Tom Reynolds, marketing executive at Monster Play Systems, an outdoor play equipment manufacturer based in Watford, UK. Image credits: unionland and dondj2 What Makes a Playground Eco-Friendly ? In these modern times when many of the population tries their best to recycle as much of their household waste as they can and industries have to do their bit as well, it's refreshing to see that playgrounds have joined the green movement too. Many of the outdated old style playgrounds have been torn down and in their place eco-friendly play areas have been erected. But what makes a playground eco-friendly? Non Toxic Materials An eco-friendly playground will be made out of non-toxic materials which include wood as well as 100% recycled materials such as plastics and rubber, and all these materials have to meet any regulations set in place by the government. When it comes to surfaces found in eco pl...