Fireman’s Park in Columbus, Wis., had an existing playground installed that was becoming more outdated as the years went by. A family in the community, the Blacks, noticed the aging playstructure and began fundraising for new equipment. Once they had raised a portion of the funds needed, the Blacks contacted their local Landscape Structures playground consultant, Gerber Leisure Products, Inc., to get started on potential playground designs.

The Black family wanted the new Horsin’ Around Playground to fit cohesively into the surrounding park environment. To do so, they focused on mimicking the roof of the nearby pavilion. The Blacks worked with Gerber Leisure Products and Landscape Structures to create a custom roof, which was manufactured using recycled materials. In addition to many unique and innovative play components, the playground design features a custom silo that is eye-catching to visitors.

Once a playground design was chosen, the Black family contacted the public works department in order to facilitate the installation in the community park. After a few conversations, the project received approval and the Blacks focused on engaging the entire community in the project. The community came together to help fundraise and to construct the equipment in a large community build event.

Since its completion, the community has given an overwhelmingly positive response to the new Horsin’ Around Playground. Kids use the new playground daily!