Castle Hills Park Playground Information
Inclusive Playground Communication Board
The new sign encourages inclusive play for all members of our community and is an effective way to allow children of all abilities to communicate and promote public awareness of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Communication boards at playgrounds have become increasingly popular in recent years. Many of the symbols and images are standardized across the country for ease of use and understanding, while other graphics on the board are personalized and tailored to the specific playground equipment and park site where the board is located.
The communication board includes custom graphics for Castle Hills Park, as well as braille and both English and Spanish.
Accessible Playground Tour
Boise Parks and Recreation is committed to providing accessible and inclusive experiences for users of all abilities. The playground at Castle Hills Park includes an Inclusive Swing Seat, Cognitive Sensory Ramp and has special synthetic surface material for mobility device users. Take a video tour of this playground by clicking the button below.
The new playground at Castle Hills Park was built with accessibility in mind.
Amenities woven into the playground design provide opportunities for individuals utilizing mobility devices and include the ability to enter or interact with other children as they play and explore around them. The playground features are designed for ages 5-12.
In addition, a special synthetic surface material has been installed underneath the playground – the surface is easy to navigate for people who use assistive devices and provides a soft surface for all playground users.
AMENITY DESCRIPTIONS
- Inclusive Swing Seat
- The inclusive swing offers a secure seat and the ability to attach a harness when needed to provide a safe swinging experience for all.
- Cognitive Sensory Ramp
- The Sensory Ramp is a single wide ADA accessible entry to play structures with sensory walls that integrate four standard sensory inserts and six small inserts that provide ground level play. Children can engage with sensory play elements from the exterior sides of our ramp walls.
- Inclusive Driver Panel
- Inclusive Mosaic Panel
*Thanks to Playcraft Systems for providing all of the above amenity descriptions.
Send a Message to Parks and Rec
For other after hours park related emergencies (i.e. irrigation issues, restrooms), please call (208) 489-6640.