Fort Phoenix Lives Again

Remember John's Fort from last September?

And October?
Finally, the time came to raise it from the ashes - so to speak.

It began with choosing the location and orientation in the back yard.

Next came site preparation - with great help from John Michael.

Then the base platform.

John took care of testing the ladder.

After a long day, the basic tower was up.

After skipping a day for rain the slide, ladder and picnic bench and roof were in place. (The ladder had to be extended because of the slope.)

Finished, at last!

Huge thanks to Tony for his patience, persistence and expertise! And to Julie, for having the idea in the first place!