Children love to climb trees - they appear to be magnetically pulled upwards when they discover a branch beckoning up to them. Happily, it is really good for them! Climbing trees helps children develop physical strength, gross motor-skills, an enhanced vestibular sense, focus, confidence and resilience.

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Star Seeker Climbers from Landscape Structures provide hours of outdoor play climbing fun on the playground for kids ages 5 to 12.