The benefits of nature play
What were your fondest memories of childhood? Do many of those memories involve being outdoors?
There is now more research being published that is looking at the positive impacts of playing outside. Nature Play WA has highlighted the role of unstructured play in the development of a fulfilling childhood (and I suggest that it is just as important in adulthood):
Nature play is, of itself, an intrinsic good and from it flow benefits in health, cognitive, social and emotional development and in the building of resilience and creativity. Source
There are numerous benefits to playing outdoors amongst natural environments, among these are:
As we are in the middle of Winter in WA, don’t let the cold weather limit you from getting outdoors! Check out Natureplay WA’s list of 25 things to do in Winter.