Nature Play WA is a not-for-profit association with a mission to to support the mental and physical health of Western Australian children by growing their connection to nature and community through outdoor play.
In an increasingly digital world, nature play (unstructured, child-led, outdoor play) gives kids the opportunity to move their bodies, destress, and connect to the natural world. The key benefits of nature play include:
- Nature play is unstructured, giving children freedom to express their emotions and imagination
- Being in nature improves mood and decreases cortisol levels
- Encourages resilience and the development of decision-making skills
- Nature play is sensory-rich, promoting cognitive development
- Encourages kids to care for nature
- Promotes physical activity and a connection to community
We support nature play through advocacy, consultation, research, resources, events and more.
For more information, visit the Nature Play WA website.