Shade Structures- Sunshine is wonderful, but too much sun can cause sunburns and other long-term effects. Trees are wonderful at providing shade, but aren’t always a practical option. Help children and other park visitors stay cool with shade structures designed to protect from the sun. Shade structures can be designed to fit over commercial playground equipment, picnic areas, sports fields, pool decks and other outdoor areas. Lea Park and Play has a variety of shade structures to protect from the Texas sun.