Bike track and other ideas needed for my backyard.
kellyandmelissa
8 years ago
I have a big, flat backyard with three very young children. They have lots of toys and bikes but nowhere to ride their bikes. I thought a path around the backyard would be great for bike riding, scooting etc. I would love any ideas for how I could make this look like a lovely garden path and not a bike track at the local park. Also would love some ideas for cost effective materials. And any other ideas for our blank canvas backyard would be greatly appreciated.
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