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How to Create a Safe and Engaging Water Play Environment?

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  Playing with water is probably the safest way to indulge in creative and harmless fun. However, when you are in an aquatic or a full-fledged water playground with complex water toys, children, people with special disabilities, or even adults might need some safety precautions for their  water play . There were around 1,994 splash pads in Canada in 2016, and since then the figures have risen significantly, and if you want to pioneer a safe and fun water playground experience, here’s some information for you!   Source:  https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/181009/dq181009a-eng.htm   Adequate Supervision: One of the most crucial elements in maintaining a safe water play environment is ensuring constant and attentive supervision. Trained and responsible adults should always be present to monitor the activities and behaviour of children. A recommended ratio is one adult for every five children, but this may vary depending on the age and swim...

Aquatic Playgrounds: Exploring Innovative Features Beyond the Pool

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  In 2022 according to a report posted in BBC, the Mental Health Foundation, partners of WWT stated that 65% of people found that being near water improves mental well-being.  (Source:  https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20221108-the-doctors-prescribing-blue-therapy )    “Blue Spaces” can have a powerfully positive impact on mental health and aquatic playgrounds are no different. Every now and then, you cannot be amidst the gentle rock of the sea with the distant caw of seagulls and the sea breeze tickling your skin, but setting up an aquatic playground can be an excellent idea to go beyond the confined pools with a refreshing twist on conventional play spaces. Wondering which water toys can be perfect for your water playgrounds? Well, we have compiled a list for you!    Water Bike: A water bike is an exciting addition to any  aquatic playground . These specially designed bikes allow users to pedal on the water's...

Tips for Designing a Water Playground: Creating an Aquatic Wonderland

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  North America is known for its natural as well as artificial landscapes. Whether you are a youngster looking for some fun or an entrepreneur who wants to create an aquatic wonderland for people, North America is one of the most promising destinations for setting up  water playgrounds . In fact, according to Statista, splash pads and water playgrounds are no less than a lucrative venture. How?  Well, according to the World Waterpark Association, there are currently 1,300 water playgrounds in North America.   (Source: https://koolfog.com/water-park-misting-systems/water-park-demographics-and-challenges/#:~:text=There%20are%20currently%20around%201%2C300,to%20the%20World%20Waterpark%20Association . )   Do you want to design a  water playground  that can transform your regular space into a creatively entertaining splash adventure? Dive in to find out!   Research and Planning: Before you jump into creating a  water playground, ...