What Nature Can Teach Us About Play

Whether I’m heading out into nature on my own, with my family or leading a family nature program, one simple truth is always revealed: Away from day to day distractions, time in nature can lead us to a more connected place. This truth especially stands out when I’ve arrived in nature feeling rushed, or with building family tensions or maybe feeling overwhelmed in some way. The grounding effect of feeling more connected influences my play experiences with my family in positive ways — leading to more presence in the experiences and sharing more. More reflection on this experience and how a sense of connection is important in our family play experiences is available on the following Urban Wild blog posts: From Tension to Cooperation and Snow Bridges and Nature’s Metaphors