Outdoor Living Blog

At Bear Playgrounds, we are dedicated to helping families build safe, fun outdoor play spaces. Whether it's a playset, trampoline, basketball hoop, surfacing, or outdoor furniture, we bring 30+ years of experience to every project. Explore our blog for tips, guides, and buying advice to help you get the most out of your backyard.
5 Playground Games for Kids of All Ages - bearplaygrounds
5 Playground Games for Kids of All Ages
A backyard playset is more than swings and slides — it's a launchpad for creativity, adventure, and hours of active play. But sometimes kids need a little inspiration to get... Read more...
Playset Buying Guide: How to Choose The Right Playset - bearplaygrounds
Playset Buying Guide: How to Choose The Right Playset
Choosing an outdoor playset is one of the best investments you can make in your family's backyard — but with so many options available, it can feel overwhelming. The most... Read more...
What Is The Best Material To Put Under A Swingset? - bearplaygrounds
What Is The Best Material To Put Under A Swingset?
The surface under your swing set matters more than most parents realize. A fall from even a modest platform height can cause serious injury if the landing surface doesn't absorb... Read more...
Spring Swing Set Maintenance List: Prepping for Warmer Weather - bearplaygrounds
Spring Swing Set Maintenance List: Prepping for Warmer Weather
Winter is over, the snow is melting, and the kids are ready to get back outside. Before the first big play day of spring, take an hour to go through... Read more...
5 Trampoline Safety Tips - bearplaygrounds
5 Trampoline Safety Tips
Trampolines are one of the most popular backyard additions for families — and for good reason. Kids love them, they provide excellent exercise, and they keep children entertained for hours.... Read more...
Reasons Why You Should Invest In A Backyard Playset - bearplaygrounds
Reasons Why You Should Invest In A Backyard Playset
A backyard playset is more than just a piece of outdoor equipment — it's a long-term investment in your children's health, happiness, and development. If you've been on the fence... Read more...
Outdoor Playground Equipment Holiday Gift Guide 2024 - bearplaygrounds
Outdoor Playground Equipment Holiday Gift Guide 2026
Looking for a holiday gift that won't end up forgotten in a closet by February? Outdoor playground equipment is the gift that keeps kids active, engaged, and off screens for... Read more...
Best Playset Designs For Your Backyard - bearplaygrounds
Best Playset Designs For Your Backyard
Not all backyards are created equal — and neither are playsets. The best playset for your family isn't just about features and price. It's about finding a design that fits... Read more...
Why Are AlleyOOP Trampolines the Safest on the Market? - Bear Playgrounds
Why Are AlleyOOP Trampolines the Safest on the Market?
Trampolines are one of the most popular backyard additions for families — but safety concerns keep many parents hesitant. That hesitation is understandable. Traditional trampolines have well-documented injury risks, from... Read more...
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