Designing for Active Nature Play

Registration Eligibility

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Start Date

06/05/2024

End Date

06/07/2024

Description

We are seeing a trend toward nature-based play and play in nature in parks and outdoor spaces. In this session we will review the current research on the benefits of nature and nature play for health and wellness and share ideas on designing a built environment that works with nature to support the benefits of active outdoor play. This session will include a review of research and case studies of successful designs for active play spaces that work with the natural environment and enhance nature play in destination playgrounds and smaller play spaces.

Location

Asheville, NC

Distance Learning

Course Equivalency

Yes

Subjects

Health, Safety and Welfare

Yes

Hours

1.0

Learning Outcomes

Participants will discuss trends in outdoor nature-based play and play in nature
Participants will be able to identify design features in outdoor play environments that support play in nature
Participants will learn how to critique playground design to make the most out of natural features while also being compliant with safety criteria

Instructors

1. Suzanne Quinn2. Blair Angell

Course Codes

B3-D

Provider

North Carolina Chapter of ASLA

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