2025

At 10 years old, the wooden benches used in the outdoor classroom are at the end of their life and falling apart. They were not constructed with pressure-treated wood. The benches get used by approximately 1,500 students visiting on educational field trips each spring and fall. The benches also get used by 360 day campers all summer long.

By replacing the wooden benches with recycled plastic benches, we are promoting the use of sustainable products. The recycled plastic benches come with a 20-year warranty and are built to withstand the elements. When the wooden benches get wet, they soak through, and it takes a very long time for them to dry. The recycled plastic benches could be easily wiped dry after the rain and would be usable right away.