belairnationalpark

Create & Play: Art in Nature

This event by Play Naturally OT is delivered by Prue, an occupational therapist and welcomes children and adults of all ages. Join us for a playful and relaxed adventure creating art in the beautiful Belair National Park! You will be guided through sensory nature connection activities to create art with nature, notice art in nature, help you connect with nature and have some fun! These activities are an opportunity to calm your busy minds and engage your senses – including listening, touching, smelling, tasting and seeing as we allow ourselves to just ‘be’ in nature. Engaging in nature connection and art supports numerous health and wellbeing benefits helping us to function at our best. In a world where people of all ages are increasingly disconnected from nature, a deliberate nature-based experience such as this can help us access the health and wellbeing benefits of nature for ourselves and for the planet – while having fun! All children need to attend with an adult who will be responsible for their supervision and safety in nature. This event is open to adults and children of all abilities, please contact Prue at Play Naturally OT with questions on accessibility. You will be given detailed directions of Belair National Park and meeting area via text or email in the days prior to the event! We can’t wait to create and play through art in nature with you soon!!

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Christmas in Nature ‘come and try’ sessions!

A session full of nature connection and Christmas cheer! Play Naturally OT is welcoming new families to these ‘Come and Try Christmas in Nature’ sessions, so you can experience their popular sessions for the last time in 2024! Come and play before signing up for Term 1 2025! It is also a ‘make-up’ session for current families, so you will get to meet other like-minded folk! This family friendly event by Play Naturally OT is delivered by Prue, an occupational therapist. You will be guided through sensory nature connection Christmas themed activities to help you connect with nature and each other, to calm your busy minds and have some fun! It is an opportunity to engage your senses – such as listening, touching, smelling, tasting and seeing as we allow ourselves to just ‘be’ in nature. Nature connection supports the development of sensory awareness, physical skills, emotional regulation, connecting with others in a group, and environmental awareness – amongst other benefits. All of these can support our ability to do the things we need to do, want to do and have to do every day. The experience will be tailored to the needs of the group where possible. In a world where people of all ages are increasingly disconnected from nature, a deliberate nature-based experience such as this can help us access the health and wellbeing benefits of nature for ourselves and for the planet! Entry into Belair National Park is free with this ticket. We can’t wait to play and celebrate Christmas with you in nature soon!!

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