Started gathering supplies last week. Got some 2x8s, nails, a basic rope ladder situation. My 7 year old is so hyped he keeps asking if we can build it at night with flashlights. Told him we'd do it this Saturday. Honestly a little nervous about doing this safely but I've watched like 10 YouTube videos so I should be fine. Wish me luck. Might update with pics if it doesn't end in disaster.
My kid climbs everything, and I mean everything, so a legit treehouse is basically a dream scenario for him. Those 2x8s sound solid, you're gonna crush this project.
The rope ladder is cool factor is off the charts for kids that age. Just make sure you do the railings solid. My nephew's dad went too light on the safety rails and had a close call.
That's awesome man. My kid does the same thing with our camping trips, asks every single day if it's time yet. Once you get that rope ladder up though, he's gonna lose his mind in the best way possible.
That sounds amazing but also a little terrifying. What kind of safety setup are you doing? A 7 year old in a treehouse is peak childhood though.
Man I wish I had time for projects like this. Working 50+ hours a week and by the time I'm home I'm just trying to get dinner done. Props for making it happen.
This is the kind of stuff they'll remember forever. Looks like you're doing it right.
Be careful with the rope ladder situation. My buddy did this last year and his 7 year old's foot got caught. Maybe look into some safety options before the kids start climbing?
This is the kind of memory your kid will talk about forever. Building it WITH you is the best part too. Good luck man.
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This is so cool. My kids are begging me to build something like this. How are you handling the rope ladder part? That seems like the trickiest bit.