
Welcome to Play Nature Podcast, a podcast dedicated to celebrating the beauty and benefits of outdoor, nature-based play—for all children (and us adults too!) Hosted by Rusty Keeler, a passionate play advocate, with over 30 years of experience designing natural playscapes, writing about nature and risky play, and traveling the world to champion the power of play, Rusty’s Play Nature Podcast is you... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 21 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Kids & FamilyParenting | |||

It’s time to trust kids more. Let them walk those four houses home, climb that tree, and spend an afternoon conquering a pile of dirt. Freedom, not fear, shapes childhood the childhood we hope to give our kids.
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Have you ever watched a child scoop birdseed, roll in grass, or wrap Play-Doh around tiny toys and think, “What on earth are they doing?”
In this episode of Play Nature Podcast, host Rusty Keeler is chatting and laughing with Heather Bernt-Santy, TH... more
The magic of an authentic childhood comes from the wonder of the experiences, not the walls they take place in. The best classrooms are fields, forests, and slides climbed from the “wrong” side.
In this joyful chat on Play Nature Podcast, host Rusty... more
Even if everything’s broken, that doesn’t mean the play is over! And that’s the beauty of it. It’s not destruction, it’s deep learning. When we let kids take things apart, we’re helping them put the world together in their own way.
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Focusing on the numerous benefits of outdoor, nature-based play, this podcast engages listeners in discussions about how unstructured play can profoundly influence children's development and well-being. With a wealth of experience in designing natural play environments, the host conveys the significance of connecting children with nature through play, inspiring parents, educators, and caregivers to foster environments that prioritize free, explorative, and creative experiences. Episodes highlight various topics, such as the design of playgrounds utilizing natural materials, the importance of risky play, and practical tips for encouraging outdoor play year-round.
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