Connecting Australian families with nature
If you’re a parent looking for ideas on how to get your children more involved in outdoor activities in Australia.
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Nature deficiency hitting our kids article in the Courier Mail
Posted by Geoff White on July 20, 2011 at 10:00am
Bush Kindergaten
Some friends of ours have initiated this great outdoor bush kindergaten in Northcote, Melbourne.…
Posted by David Oakley on May 26, 2011 at 7:30pm — 1 Comment
Nature Play babies are a walk in the park
My boy is now 8 months old, and for his Mum's first Mother's Day, we had a picnic in Hyde Park.
Max had a great time picking up leaves and throwing them around, and the shady spot was great for him.
They can get a little dirty, but that is all part of the experience.
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Posted by Geoff White on May 24, 2011 at 10:38am
Go out and play: doctor's order
Go out and play: doctor's order
Great article from the West Australian about nature scripts.
Posted by Geoff White on May 18, 2011 at 12:00pm
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The Power of Outdoor Play- Great Southern Special Presentation
Nature Play WA is teaming up with Kidsafe WA for a special presentation in the Great Southern region on Monday, 12 March 2012.Perth Cultural Centre Urban Orchard - Summer Harvest and Planting Day
Come and get your hands dirty at the Urban Orchard. The Summer Harvest and Planting Day is another opportunity for the public to take part in this popular quarterly event.Outdoor exercise can boost self esteem
Just five minutes of exercise a day in the great outdoors can improve mental health, according to a study, and policymakers should encourage more people to spend time in parks and gardens.Groups
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Nature Play
There are lots of reasons why kids should make the move from the TV or computer room to the outdoors. Probably the best reason is that it’s fun, and you and your kids will be happier and healthier doing things together.
But there are other important considerations. Research undertaken around the world indicates there are real benefits for children being involved in nature.
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