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Play doesn’t have an off-season—it just changes with the weather. From splashing in puddles to jumping in autumn leaves or building snow forts, every season offers new ways for kids to move, imagine, and explore. Year-round outdoor play keeps children active, healthy, and connected to nature while strengthening communities along the way. With thoughtful design and durable equipment, Cunningham Recreation helps create playgrounds that invite play in every season—rain, snow, or shine.

When Westside Community Schools set out to modernize their facilities, they knew playgrounds would play a vital role in creating safe, inspiring spaces for students. But after facing challenges with earlier projects, the district needed a trusted partner who could deliver reliable solutions and lasting results.

Cunningham Recreation stepped in to guide the process—from assessing every site and listening to community feedback to developing thoughtful designs and ensuring smooth installation. The result: a new playground at Rockbrook Elementary that opened just in time for the first day of school, bringing smiles, excitement, and a renewed sense of pride to the entire community.

Playgrounds are an important part of any school. They provide an outlet for physical activity and encourage students to socialize and have fun. Research shows that recess improves outcomes beyond physical health.

When having a playground built in your community, there are certain steps and protocols you’ll have to follow. These rules and guidelines ensure that playgrounds across America are built in accordance with the latest safety standards, keeping children safe.

Are you looking to add bleachers to your sporting facility? You might be surprised to learn that there is more than one type of bleacher available.

As school communities become more diverse, you may be looking for new ways to engage students in creative and imaginative play. And one of the best places to support this type of play is on the playground.

School playgrounds need attention from time to time, just as public playgrounds do. It's important that school playgrounds are kept safe, fun and engaging so that students have a place to decompress in between classes.

Cunningham Recreation is the exclusive representative for GameTime in 17 U.S. states and the District of Columbia, including coastal Carolina, the Southeast, and the Midwest.

Winter is not exactly gentle on outdoor playground equipment, but there are ways to ease this burden and keep your equipment in good shape. Not only will this prevent unnecessary injuries, but also it will save money in the long run.

A playground is an ideal place for children to run, play and interact with their peers. However, you also want to make sure that you properly maintain your playground and keep it safe.