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The playground at Aldersgate Gardens has something to interest children of many ages. It features a 6’x10’ sandpit, separate swing sets for toddlers and older children, a hill slide, and a two-level fort with a slide and small sandbox. A fenced-in area provides boundaries for younger children. There is a basketball hoop in the parking lot.
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A unique aspect of the playground is incorporation of nature-based elements, especially the many trees, shrubs, and other plants in the park-like setting. A sizeable log and sections from a large oak tree in the pre-school play area encourage climbing and balancing. Outside the fence are boulders, plenty of areas to explore, and a rain garden with a small pool of water. Eventually, the water feature may be home to small turtles and frogs.
![view of fort](http://aldersgatelinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/playground3.png)
Parking is available in the parking lot at 84th and South Street or on the side streets. All-weather paths lead to the playground from the sidewalks on South Street and Pinedale Avenue. The paths and safe surface in the fenced-in play area will support strollers, walkers, trikes, and wheelchairs.
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Aldersgate Gardens and the playground are open to the public – everyone is welcome. Rules for using Aldersgate Gardens and Playground are simple: Do No Harm, Do Good, and Love Nature.
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Restrooms are available in the church building through the main entrance, but only during business hours.
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Future plans include a new swing set for older children, outdoor fitness equipment, and perhaps a frisbee golf course.
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For more information contact [email protected] or call 402-489-1510.