About Us

Kidstuff Playsystems has been manufacturing playground equipment since 1982 under the name "Olympic Recreation."  Now, in a legal agreement reached with the U.S. Olympic Committee, we have agreed to change our name.  Our new name is Kidstuff Playsystems.

The earliest equipment we built is still in use in Highland, Indiana. We started Kidstuff Playsystems with the goals of providing safe, durable and affordable playground equipment for parks, schools and early learning programs.

The two founders are still the owners and managers. George McGuan, President, has a background which includes both mathematics and carpentry with experience in construction and design. Richard Hagelberg, C.E.O., earned a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education from Columbia Teachers' College and operated child care centers for 8 years.  Kidstuff Playsystems began in George's basement as a way of producing affordable play equipment for Dick's child care centers.

We would like to explain how we work with you to solve your playground problems and fill your playground needs. Much of our information is on the Website. If you know just what you want, you can work with us over the phone. In most cases, however, you will want a sales representative to meet with you to analyze your needs and make specific recommendations within your budget to fill your needs.

This website shows part of our catalog. To receive a FREE full-color catalog and pricelist, call us toll-free at (800) 255-0153 or e-mail us at
rhagelberg@kidstuffplaysystems.com.