Built a treehouse with my son this summer

1w ago·1 min read

Spent about 6 weekends building a basic treehouse platform in the oak tree in our backyard with my 8yo. It's nothing fancy, just a 6x6 platform about 10 feet up with a rope ladder and railings. The best part is watching him actually use his hands to build something instead of staring at screens. We added some cushions and a pulley system for snacks last week. Definitely recommend this project for any dads looking for quality time that actually teaches something.

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RRyanRegular1w ago

This is the kind of stuff they remember forever. My kids still talk about building the fort we made four years ago. How sturdy did you make it?

DDerekNew Dad1w ago

That's awesome man. Six weekends is serious commitment. Did you use plans or just wing it? I've been thinking about doing something similar but got overwhelmed by the planning phase.

AAlexRegular1w ago

Oak tree is the perfect choice for this. The memories your son is going to have from that treehouse are priceless. I still remember the fort my dad built with me when I was that age.

MMitchell R.New Dad1w ago

This is exactly the kind of project that gets kids off screens and actually building something real. Props to you for putting in the work.

EEricRegular1w ago

Six weekends is solid work. I'm guessing your son had a blast helping out. Those are the moments that stick with them.

PPhil M.Regular1w ago

That's incredible man. Did you plan all the design yourself or follow some plans online? Been thinking about doing something similar with my 8yo.

MMikeRegular1w ago

Did you have to reinforce it after the first week or did it hold up better than expected? Always curious how homemade treehouses actually stand up to regular use.