I dont take kids to the park unless I have hubby or my teenage daughter with me. I personally have a fear of heights so I hate watching them climb up the ladders and such but even if that wasnt the case I dont feel that I can keep my eyes on 5 little ones and keep everyone safe. I also think what would happen if one got hurt, not seriously in that they need an ambulance but enought that they couldnt walk home easily, how would I do it if I have a little one or two that HAVE to be in the stroller. I give the kids everything they need to have fun right here at home. I had one family interview who was really bothered that i didnt go to the park and ultimately they didnt sign on but I figure goin to the park can be a family thing for them to do on weekends.