Pro tip: Don't tie the rope around the limb as it can damage the tree and make the swing unsafe. Instead, the tree will grow around the bolt, which will make the swing stronger over time. 8.

Swings are a universal favorite of youngsters and oldsters and an easy-to-build backyard toy — if you have a big tree available.

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3. Find or make space for a swing. Brother and sister take turns swinging each other on their tree swing. Photo: istockphoto.com If you make a tree swing, have plenty of space available around the ...

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