Spring Space
Spring is a season of renewal, colour, and transformation. Reimagine and enhance a small outdoor space using only natural materials, highlighting the beauty and potential of the season.
What Do You Do?
- Choose a small outdoor space to transform.
- Observe the area closely before beginning — notice colour, texture, light, and wildlife activity.
- Set a time limit for designing and creating your “Peak Spring” space.
- Use only natural materials found on site — nothing from indoors.
- Add elements that increase colour, creativity, wildlife friendliness, or uniqueness.
- Step back and reflect on how the space has changed.
- Share your space with others and explain your design choices.
- After sharing, return materials to their original places if needed.
Here are some space ideas:
https://naturalearning.org/nature-play-at-home
What Do You Need?
- Weather appropriate clothing
- Access to an outdoor natural space
- Loose natural materials found on site
- Optional: small boundary markers to define personal spaces
Safety Considerations:
Encourage participants to work within clearly defined boundaries and avoid climbing unstable trees or disturbing animal habitats. Follow Leave No Trace principles by using only loose, fallen natural materials, not picking or damaging living plants, and restoring the area to its natural condition before leaving.
Benefits:
Physical:
Encourages bending, lifting, carrying, and arranging materials. Develops coordination and spatial awareness. Promotes active movement across uneven terrain.
Emotional: Builds confidence through independent creative expression. Encourages mindfulness and focus while working. Promotes pride and satisfaction in transforming a space.
Spiritual: Deepens appreciation for seasonal renewal and growth. Encourages connection and respect for the natural environment. Fosters a sense of stewardship and belonging on the land.
Intellectual:Encourages observation and environmental awareness.Strengthens creative problem-solving and design thinking. Promotes ecological understanding by considering wildlife-friendly features.