Children enjoy nature-inspired custom themed playground

Think back to some of your fondest childhood memories involving nature play. Do you remember your excitement and laughter as you built your first tree house, splashed in the creek, dug dirt holes and swung on branches?

Now you can bring nature to the playground, thanks to PlayWorx, the custom themed play line from GameTime. PlayWorx is setting imaginations free and changing the way children see play. If you can dream it, we can build it.

Incorporate Water & Nature Play at Conservation Areas

Exploring a Conservation Area to learn about nature has always been a popular field trip for kids of all grade levels. Although it's almost the end of the school year, there’s still plenty of opportunities to attract children and families to Conservation Centres throughout the summer months.

Consider combining nature exploration and water play this summer by adding a spray park to your Conservation Centre. Water Odyssey, a division of PlayCore and the leading designer and manufacturer of interactive water features, is offering an affordable water-fun to beat the heat this summer. Many local Conservation Authorities are choosing to replace old swimming ponds with spray parks built in natural wilderness surroundings to increase outdoor engagement. 

See the water fun for yourself!

Conserve Water + Save Money!

As the largest manufacturer of modular pumping and water treatment systems, Water Odyssey is committed to water recycling with its Hydro Launch Pod system. The compact Hydro Launch Pod houses the mechanical workings of a spray park and is unlike complex systems as it uses NO electricity and requires little maintenance, making it an ideal choice for budget sensitive projects and unsupervised facilities. Since the flow rate and flow duration is adjustable, you can choose to reduce the amount of water going to each feature to save on water usage. A tour of the spray park would make a perfect addition to a water safety program.

Nature Play + Education!

We can’t forget about nature! For some kids, a trip to their local Conservation Authority can be the first time they develop a greater understanding and appreciation for nature. GameTime, North America's largest manufacturer of playground equipment (and also a division of PlayCore), offers a revolutionary collection of play products called “PlayTrails”.

As children and families explore a trail, they encounter nature-themed play pockets that promote physical activity and fun, as well as educational signage with fun facts (see bugs and leaves examples below) that allow kids to discover fascinating facts about nature through observation. See the entire nature-inspired line HERE.

Play! by Crozier, a division of Crozier Enterprises, is a proud distributor of Water Odyssey and GameTime’s leading-edge and innovative product lines. Contact your local Play! Sales Associate to find out how you can implement water & nature play at your Conservation Centre this summer!

Camp Planners: Stock up on camping essentials by May 29^th!

Grab the Mosquito Repellent, it’s almost time for camp season!

Though it’s only the start of May, camp planners are busy firming up last minute details and ordering all the essentials for a successful summer camp. Luckily, Play! by Crozier is here to help. From now until May 29th, Play! has marked down selected items that are perfect for creating memorable summer camp activities.

Since nearly everything is a game at camp, we thought it would be fun to compile a list of play products that can be used for summer camp games, sure to keep kids engaged all day! All of these products are marked down; some even up to 35% off!

Fun and varied activities are the key here. See our list of fun play and sport equipment that promote team-building. All are ON SALE NOW!

Camp Activity Essentials:

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• Tetherball Set: Add nostalgia to your park, sure to be a hit by both players and onlookers alike. Offered by GameTime in either a portable or permanent structure.
• Snug Play- Indoor/Outdoor, Moveable play: Snug Play is open-ended and moveable, so children are inspired to play in more ways than ever before! Snug Play compels children to be more active and creative indoors and outdoors. Cooperation and communication are uniquely required as they use their imaginations together. Snug Play requires no installation and can be used booth indoors and outdoors. 
• Toss N’ Score Game: No access to a basketball court? GameTime’s Toss N’ Score Game is a perfect alternative to keep kids entertained for hours! 
• Playgrounds: If your camp has a set, designated location, consider having a small playground installed so younger children can explore their imaginations. See an example of GameTime’s Toddler 2 play system (pictured in image scroller), perfect for children ages 2-5. Playground options available for all ages. 
• Sports Nets: GameTime’s Soccer Nets are available in a number of sizes and configurations from a small compact braided net to a larger soccer and football combo goal. Volleyball and Badminton Nets are camp favourites that can be easily installed for endless fun.

Mealtime Must-have’s:

• Park Grills: When it’s time to take a break from the fun and refuel, enjoy a delicious barbecued meal prepared on one of GameTime’s assorted park grills. These heavy duty, rust-resistant grills come in family size, deluxe waist-high stove and standard stove options.
• Shelters: Keep your play area and outdoor dining space covered with an RCP Fabric Shade. They significantly reduce temperature, resulting in better comfort and protection for a long day outside.
• Picnic Tables: Kids will socialize and enjoy their meals on comfortably on Thomas Steele’s picnic benches. They also carry trash receptacles.
• Nature-Themed Picnic Tables: Enhance your eating area with GameTime’s beautifully-detailed mushroom tables, perfect for picnics or making arts and crafts. Combine with four small mushrooms to create a seating area. 

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Have something else in mind? We most likely have it. Give us a call at 1.866.624.9722 ext. 1089 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to discuss how we can help cross some items off your list and bring your camp ideas to life.

Wishing you a wonderful camping season!

Child Care Centres: Don't Delay! Apply to the Daycare Grant Now!

Back by popular demand, Play! by Crozier is once again offering the Play! Daycare Grant to child care centres in Manitoba, Ontario, NWT, Nunavut and the Maritimes looking to promote active play by creating fun and interactive play areas.

On now until May 29^th, the Play! Daycare Grant is set to distribute up to $500,000 in grant dollars to chosen applicants!

Catch our lecture or come by our Booth #609 at upcoming PRO Trade Show!

Parks and Recreation Ontario is celebrating 20 years with the 2015 PRO Educational Forum and Trade Show March 24-27 at Blue Mountain Resort in Collingwood, ON.

Play! by Crozier, a division of Crozier Enterprises focused on creating fun and inclusive playgrounds and spray pads where kids can learn and be active, is not only participating and exhibiting at this year’s special anniversary event, but are proudly hosting a lecture during the Educational Forum as well.

Play! is pleased to welcome guest lecturer Jennie Sumrell, Director of Education with PlayCore, the parent company of GameTime, North America's largest manufacturer of playground equipment and the renowned leader in play. A 15-year veteran in the field of childhood development with nearly 200 speaking engagements under her belt, Jennie will speak on Adult Fitness Parks: Promoting Community Health & Physical Activity.

There's still time to sign up for our lecture or visit our booth!

Are you planning on attending the 47th Ontario Association of Landscape Architects (OALA) Annual General Meeting & Conference March 27th at the Delta Guelph Hotel in Guelph, ON?

If yes, be sure to kick-off the event by attending our Pre-OALA Educational Lecture Thursday, March 26th from 8pm-9pm to learn about Words on Play: How Investing in Outdoor Environments Results in Healthy Community Outcomes.

Play! by Crozier is pleased to welcome guest lecturer Jennie Sumrell, Director of Education with PlayCore, the parent company of GameTime, North America's largest manufacturer of playground equipment and the renowned leader in play, as the speaker for the evening. Jennie is a 15-year veteran in the field of childhood development with nearly 200 speaking engagements under her belt.

PlayCore's Director of Education to Speak on the Value of Play

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

In an ongoing effort to promote the value of play, Play! by Crozier, a division of Crozier Enterprises focused on creating fun and inclusive playgrounds and spray pads, is pleased to be hosting distinguished lectures at upcoming conferences across Ontario.

Play! welcomes PlayCore’s Director of Education Jennie Sumrell (above), a 15-year veteran in the field of childhood development with nearly 200 speaking engagements under her belt, as guest lecturer. Jennie will speak on insightful topics such as Adult Fitness Parks and How Investing in Outdoor Environments Results in Healthy Community Outcomes at the following venues:

Water Odyssey provides 'winterizing' tips for closing down spray pads 

By now, most Canadians are already sporting double layered clothing, thermal snow boots and have equipped their cars with snow tires in preparation for the frigid months ahead.

While you may be ready for winter...is your community? Most outdoor facilities close down for the cold season; some requiring extra precautions to withstand the harsh weather conditions.

Enjoy fresh air and exercise with GTfit outdoor fitness equipment for ages 50+