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Research10 Things to Do This Earth Day

The Earth Day Network is the world’s largest environmental movement.

NewsletterSpring 2018 Newsletter

Check out what's new at PlayCore for Spring 2018.

Blog5 Design Practices to Incorporate Nature Play into Pathways

Incorporating nature play along a pathway creates play opportunities for the whole family to explore, learn, and enjoy.

ResearchLandscaping 101: Plants for Play and Learning

Playground naturalization can dramatically improve habitat conditions for local flora and fauna.

BlogPlayful Pathways Provide the Highest Levels of Child-Adult Interactions

Research shows that playful pathways attract families and can dramatically increase frequency and duration of use of trails, greenways, and shared-use pathways.

Case StudiesCase Study: Pittsburgh's Bike Parking Regulations Impact Private Development

Pittsburgh's Bike Parking ordinance regulated bike parking by building size, and reduced car parking requirements as the bike parking minimums were exceeded.

Research100% of Teachers Surveyed Agree Recess is Essential

New Survey from IPEMA and the Voice of Play Finds U.S. Teachers Place High Value on Recess

Accolades and AwardsRoger Posacki Receives President’s Award from the California Park & Recreation Society

Roger Posacki, President and CEO of PlayCore was recently honored with the California Parks and Recreation Society President’s Award.

BlogEngaging the Whole Brain with Music

Brain-based research on the positive impact of music on the individuals