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First Creek Park Natural Playground Officially Open

Written by: Bienenstock Natural Playgrounds On: Jan 13 , 2020

The first of its kind natural play area is a fully accessible and fully sensory space that seamlessly integrates the stream and forest with innovative landform and natural play features. The project was designed and built by in collaboration with Valerian LLC, Naranjo Civil Constructors, Denver Urban Drainage and Flood Control District, and Denver Parks Department. Channel 4 News… Continue reading First Creek Park Natural Playground Officially Open

Connecting People Of All Ages And Abilities To Nature

Connecting People Of All Ages And Abilities To Nature

Written by: Bienenstock Natural Playgrounds On: Jan 11 , 2020

Society is losing its connection to nature. There’s a huge deficit in the amount of sensory engagement kids are getting in particular kids with disabilities. Listen in to Adam Bienenstock as he talks about universal accessibility and the importance of a full sensory nature experience for people of all ages and abilities. Universal accessibility goes beyond simply… Continue reading Connecting People Of All Ages And Abilities To Nature

The Importance Of Allowing Children To Assess Risk

The Importance Of Allowing Children To Assess Risk

Written by: Bienenstock Natural Playgrounds On: Jan 9 , 2020

We spent the day in Fredericton, New Brunswick teaching a group of childhood educators, landscape designers and horticulturists about the benefits of risky play. This workshop featured a series of log-based games and exercises designed to teach attendees about the importance of allowing children to assess their own risk.  Catch some highlights of the workshop… Continue reading The Importance Of Allowing Children To Assess Risk