Outdoor Learning Conference 2025

Join us for an immersive workshop on harnessing outdoor loose parts play to foster child-led exploration and essential skill-building. Tailored for educators and program leaders, this session explores creating a loose-parts program that engages children aged 2-14 in developing problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills. We’ll cover practical steps for program setup, sourcing and managing materials, storage solutions, and gaining staff and parent support.

This workshop also addresses modern challenges, focusing on disconnecting from technology and encouraging play that many children may not have experienced but is critical for development and connectedness. Learn how to use outdoor settings and Canada’s diverse climate, including inclement weather, to enrich play experiences and deepen children’s connection to nature. Gain strategies, resources, and insights to create a resilient, inclusive program that promotes creativity, connection, and growth.