Inspire. Play. Explore
Play Adventures holds events in playworker-run environments that encourage risk-taking, experimentation and freedom through self directed play.
Based in Merced, California, we work with the local community to develop new and enriching play initiatives.
September IDEA BOX
What will be in this months IDEA BOX?
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Loose Parts
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Black light and fluorescent exploration
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Sticky Webs
August IDEA BOX
Every Month Play Adventures offers a uniquely curated box of loose parts for self directed play and STEAM LABS collaborators.
Latest News & Events
Play Adventures is always looking for Volunteers or Raw Materials. Learn how you can help out.

“[Children have a natural] zest for life, a drive to discover and create and re-create, a passion for discovery and invention to master the world, understand it, and experience it at first hand, to push the boundaries of the known and find out the flavor of newness. Watch children at play and you will see this in action.”
Winnicot
How we can bring Adventure Play to you
We partner with:
School Districts
City Councils
Park Districts
Play provides opportunities for exploration, creation, experimentation and manipulation that are essential for constructing knowledge. Read more
Be at the forefront of creating a Playful City by creating self directed play opportunities. Attract families and help create a community that thrives.
The outdoors is the most inviting place to play. Help make our playgrounds more than just a place to expand energy by adding more play types for kids to explore.
Health Departments
Abundant opportunities for outdoor free play is a basic and essential need for healthy child development says researchers.