So, I have been looking at yard sales, craigs list (they are just not in my area) and the used kids item stores for outdoor toys - like a slide or playhouse. Do people just hold on to them forever or do they just get picked up too quick for me to find.

Anyone have any recommendations on the best place to find outdoor toys? Or just buy new?

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I had the best luck with bigger community and mile long yard sales. You have to get there really early to swipe up the big stuff. I usually go to the community sales around 6:30am.

I'm always looking for Polly Pockets and Barbie accessories.

Have you tried posting a Wanted ad on CL, specifying what you are looking for? Maybe that way you can get something in your area? I also had good luck at yard sales, but anything by Little Tykes does move fast! Good luck!

i know with our family, we keep the big items, like play ground equipment and stuff and pass it around to other family. most of it is built to last. i agree with posting a want ad on CL, and if you have a local freecycle program, that'd be another good place to check/ post a want ad. best of luck!

I too was going to recommend posting a wanted ad.

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Single mom of 2 boys~ DS#1 (17) & DS#2 (6)
Burn the good candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion...Today IS special.

I also agree in posting a "wanted" add on CL.

Anything like that on our CL gets snatched up FAST. I've sold/given away all of my used outside toys on CL. I get tons of responses quickly.

Good luck!

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