Rain Activated parks and other environmental dependant playspaces

This  is a bench sitting area, it is never used by anyone but seniors, because it has no activities other then a place to sit

A Space Only a Senior Could Love

.But funny thing, I passed by it one day shortly after a heavy snow and this same kid repellent area became a kid attractant area with kids coming in to play with the snow. Snow activated this space for the kids.

How about requesting a grant to add weather or time  activated features to your space. Here are several ideas.

Night Activated Parks

At night I suspect  there isn't much to do in your park. Why not  buy telescopes and offer Sky Viewing in the Park nights at your park or community garden.




Download Star Party & Astronomy Events

2015 Star Parties

Come spend an evening with your family and friends at the park, and observe the wonders of the night sky through astronomers’ telescopes! Bring a red light, sweater or jacket, enthusiasm to enjoy and conserve our beautiful night skies! Entrance Fee varies per park for night of family fun! Meet our partner astronomy groups who host these program below.
SEP 26 Dead Horse Ranch SP

Observe the Wonders of the Night Sky Through Telescopes at Dark Sky Parks!

Many Arizona State Parks host fun, educational Star Parties or Astronomy events! Our astronomy program has been in operation since 2007 and continues to grow! At a typical star night event you can hear a lecture (often with guest speakers), and view celestial objects (planets, nebulas, stars) through a variety of telescopes. Some events have information tables and afternoon solar viewings as well. These events are supported by Arizona Astronomy Clubs and individuals who invite the public to come see Arizona's amazing night skies. Watch our video which gives a good introduction to Star Night activities. Learn more about what to expect and what to bring on this page.  link





-Rain Activated Parks

Normally it rains and parks go empty, come up with ideas that will make people want to use your  park when it rains...

 

 
...The former freelance graphic designer has been making Rainworks, or rain-activated art, for about a year. His mediums: A sidewalk; a biodegradable and non-toxic, water-repellent product from Belgium; and Seattle's most well-known weather pattern.

The art is only visible when it rains. Messages and graphic elements appear when water beads off the repellent product, leaving dry areas of the sidewalk as the rest of the concrete darkens with moisture. The inspirational and fun messages catch people's attention for their novelty and positivity.
A goal of Church's Rainworks is to turn rainy days into something people look forward to. link




Sun Activated parks

Request a grant to purchase lounge chairs for your park, on Sunny days having a lounge chair will bring people to the park who would never come out just to sit on a bench. 
 

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What other weather or time of day specific activities  can you add to your grant proposal?