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14 of the Tallest Slides in Colorado
Around here, we talk “14er’s” (mountain peaks over 14,000 feet), but today we’re talking about the “playground 14er’s”… 14 of the tallest slides in Colorado! If you have older kids/teens/tweens or more adventurous children, this is the list for you! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. 1 Twin Silo Park – Fort Collins 5552-5564 Ziegler Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80528 A slide that high traveling between giant silos?! Count us in! Check out our full review to not only see one of the tallest slides in Colorado, but also to…
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4 Fantastic Playgrounds in Broomfield’s New Prospect Park!
My first thought whenever I see a new housing development, like Prospect Park in Broomfield, is always about the new playgrounds that will be built. In this case, we not only found one good playground, we found a whole bunch! And I have no doubt that as the area is developed, I’ll have to update this post with even more. As you’ll see, some of the parks below have an approximate address or no name so please reach out or comment if you have any questions. This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost…
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Slides and Sunshine In The Media
Slides and Sunshine is spreading the word about all of the amazing playgrounds and kid activities in Colorado! Our mission is to provide opportunities for children to find joy outside and promote imagination in physical activity. Thank you to these publications for highlighting Slides and Sunshine! October 2023 Great Day Colorado TV Interview: https://kdvr.com/great-day-colorado/looking-for-something-fun-free-to-do-with-the-kids-gdc-features-local-blogger-of-slides-sunshine-who-can-help/ March 2021 Macaroni Kid Thornton: https://thornton.macaronikid.com/guides/605113212bf6bd323c0036cf/10-cant-miss-playgrounds-in-the-thornton-northglenn-westminster-area January 2021 ShoutOut Colorado feature: https://shoutoutcolorado.com/meet-christy-schaefer-blogger-creator/ December 2020 Experience Erie feature: https://www.thefowlergroupcolorado.com/post/slides-and-sunshine Colorado Parent Magazine – Quoted in “Parenting and Post-Traumatic Growth” by Kim Fleischman https://www.coloradoparent.com/parenting-and-post-traumatic-growth/ November 2020 Happyly Guest Post “3 Must-Visit Playgrounds in Fort Collins” https://happyly.com/blog/best-fort-collins-playgrounds/ June 2020 Voice of Play Guest Post “3 Reasons We NEED Our…
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17 Indoor Play Areas Open This Fall in Colorado!
With all of the current restrictions due to COVID, many of us have started wondering if any indoor play areas are open… Will our kids be stuck at home all day when the snow hits?! Good news, no! There are many fantastic places open and ready to see you! Here is a list of indoor play areas and some kid-friendly activities that are currently available in Colorado. Don’t forget to check their website or call for up to date information about reservations, altered hours, etc. This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to…
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Best Themed Playgrounds in Colorado (part 2)!
Did you love part one of the best themed playgrounds in Colorado? What have been your favorites so far?! We would absolutely love to hear what you and your kids enjoy so give your favorite a shout out in the comments below! (If you missed part one, make sure you check it out here!) And now, without further delay, here are 10 MORE of our favorite themed playgrounds in Colorado! 10 – Westminster Center Park (London / Peter Pan Theme) Watch your child be transported straight to Neverland when visiting Westminster Center Park and it’s London-themed playground! The Thames River, Tower of London and Big Ben are true to the…
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10 of the Best Themed Playgrounds in Colorado (part 1)
“Which park do you want to go to today?” “The spaceship park!” “The chicken park!” “The park with that super tall slide!” Do you get similar answers? If only the park names matched the theme! 🙂 We have found so many great places to take the kids that it can be hard to keep them all straight! To help you navigate the incredible parks across Colorado, here are ten of our favorite themed playgrounds… 1 – Twin Silo Park (Farm Theme) If you’ve been following our journey for a while, I’m sure you’ve heard us rave about Twin Silo park in Fort Collins. With its super high slide from silo…
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Which Colorado Playgrounds are Open?
Last update: 6/18/2020 Open – Boulder, Aurora If you’re a playground-loving family like us, the stay at home orders have been tough! For years we’ve spent our summer days traveling to parks across Colorado, sharing our favorites with others. While this time home has been wonderful, we are ready to get back out there and play (safely, of course 😉 )! If you aren’t quite as ready to venture out, here are some fun ways to stay active at home: 10-ways-for-kids-to-stay-active-at-home/ Below, you will find a list of which Colorado playgrounds are open, anticipated opening dates and a list of those undecided/unknown. Please note that this is not a complete…
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3 Reasons We NEED Our Playgrounds Back!
April 27th through May 1st is National Playground Safety Week and, unfortunately, comes at a time when we are not able to go visit any. 🙁 This COVID-19 Stay at Home order and #socialdistancing is tough on everyone, but I see the struggle often in our children. Just months ago, they would’ve been playing with friends at recess, interacting at school and, as often as we could, going to playgrounds. This post is sponsored by Voice of Play, but opinions expressed are my own. The longer we have to stay away, the more I am realizing the benefits that playgrounds provided. As described on Voice of Play, these are just…
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Best Space-themed Parks in Colorado
March 20th is Alien Abduction Day – the perfect time to celebrate space-themed parks in Colorado! You will be amazed at the playgrounds we’ve come across and your future astronauts will love them. You may even want to grab a helmet and some props for the full effect! This is our list, but if we’ve missed a favorite of yours, give it a shout out in the comments below. #4 Scott Carpenter Park Address: 1505 30th St, Boulder, CO 80303 With this space shuttle, it had to be on the list! Boulder’s Scott Carpenter Park is the most nostalgic playground in our collection of space-themed parks in Colorado. Unfortunately, the…
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Have you been to the Imagination Playground?
We love our outdoor playground adventures, but every once in a while the Colorado weather is too cold (or too hot!) and we need some other options. When investigating local recreation centers, we came across something called the “Imagination Playground” and had to check it out! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Address: West View Recreation Center 10747 W 108th Ave, Broomfield, CO 80021 Age Recommendations: According to the website, the ages allowed are 3 to 10. Those closer to 3 will have fun moving the blocks around, those closer…
