Nikki Satira is passionate about helping people to create meaningful relationships with the natural world. She has more than a decade of experience in outdoor education and is also studying to be a clinical herbalist. She spoke to me about the numerous benefits of children playing with nature. Our discussion includes:🌱 Her approach of combining both structured and unstructured play-based learning.🌱 How child-led outdoor play without toys expands imagination and creativity.🌱 Why risky play helps kids to learn their own limits and develop confidence.🌱 Steps Earth Path is taking to make nature experiences more accessible for children of different abilities, economic backgrounds, and races.🌱 How you can incorporate more experiences with nature in your life even if you live in an urban or suburban area.And much more! I came away from our conversation with an even deeper appreciation for the magic that happens when children (and adults) play outdoors!You can find Earth Path online at www.earthpath.ca.