MAPA Recreation Blogs

Explore the essential ASTM and CPSC playground safety standards and how they help keep children safe in parks and play areas.

Compare rubber, turf, engineered wood fiber, and mulch playground surfacing to find the best option for safety, accessibility, durability, and maintenance.

Skip the bid process. Learn how schools, parks, and municipalities in NC, SC, and TN can buy commercial playgrounds through purchasing cooperatives.

Learn how sensory-inclusive playground elements support children with autism through accessible, engaging, and developmentally appropriate play experiences.

Learn the key signs it is time to replace or upgrade a commercial playground, from safety concerns to outdated design and accessibility issues.

Learn the key signs it is time to replace or upgrade a commercial playground, from safety concerns to outdated design and accessibility issues.

Discover how playgrounds enhance multi-family and mixed-use developments by boosting resident satisfaction, community value, and long-term appeal.

Learn how age-appropriate playground design supports safety, development, and engagement for toddlers, kids, and teens in commercial play spaces.

Learn how to design inclusive playgrounds that welcome children of all abilities and create a safe, engaging space for everyone to play.