You want a playset for your kids, but your yard is on the smaller side. Maybe you have measured the space, looked at a few catalogs, and started wondering if a playset for a small yard is even realistic. It is. You just need to think about the layout differently....
It's time to winterize your backyard playset and outdoor play equipment before St. Louis cold weather arrives. Between the summer heat, fall temperature swings, and winter ice, your gear takes a real beating from the elements. [IMAGE: Playset in a fall backyard...
Bergfeld Recreation St. Louis has been helping families create outdoor play spaces for over 65 years. In that time, we've watched childhood change dramatically. Screens now compete for every free minute. But one thing hasn't changed: when you give kids a great...
Can you really build a backyard pickleball court at your home? Yes, and it's more practical than you might think. Courts are packed at every public park, and rec centers have long wait lists. So more homeowners are bringing the game home. Here's everything you need to...
Summer gets all the attention for outdoor play. But the real screen time battle happens during the school year. If you want to keep kids active after school, you need a plan and a backyard that makes outdoor play the easy choice. When kids get home from class, the...
A backyard putting green in St. Louis used to feel like a luxury only country clubs could offer. Not anymore. Modern synthetic turf has made residential putting greens more realistic, more durable, and more affordable than ever. For St. Louis families, a backyard...
Looking for outdoor activities for kids in St. Louis? You're in the right city. Between the parks, trails, and big suburban backyards, St. Louis offers more ways to get kids outside than almost anywhere. The challenge isn't finding things to do. It's making outdoor...
A backyard basketball court in St. Louis might sound like a luxury. But for families with active kids, it quickly becomes one of the most-used features on the property. Unlike equipment kids outgrow, a sport court serves the whole family for decades. If you've been...
If you're reading this Springfree trampoline review, you're likely trying to figure out whether it's worth the higher price tag. The short answer: for most families, yes. But let's walk through the details so you can decide for yourself. There are two very different...
Looking for backyard ideas for kids in St. Louis? Summer break is almost here. And if you're a local parent, you're probably wondering how to keep your children busy for three months without handing them a screen. The CDC says kids need at least 60 minutes of physical...