The Better Play Team

A first-of-its-kind report tracking how often communities in Western Washington lost out on play due to weather.

New analysis finds some counties lose more than an estimated 70 grass-field play days annually due to precipitation.

The Better Play Initiative’s research shows confidence in recycled rubber and artificial turf as families face weather closures and accessibility gaps in local community parks, playgrounds, and sports fields

Compared to natural alternatives, turf is lower maintenance and preserves the same field quality in all weather.

Who says you can't have a little fun while mythbusting? "I'm Just a Tire," is a playful song that tells the story of what happens to end-of-life tires. Press play and learn how more than 200 million tires annually transform into the surfaces that keep communities active year-round.

A science-based blueprint for how communities can institute cost-effective measures to ensure that their turf fields are environmentally sustainable, while also providing a year-round space for play.

The Payson, Arizona, school district has recently approved a plan to invest in a new turf field for use by football, soccer, and other sports.