Elements of a Natural Play Space
Examples of Hiding Places
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Fort building can be done with loose materials such as bamboo or branches.Photo courtesy of Parks and People Foundation |
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Hollowed out tree.Brookside Nature
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Seating at the end of a path can create a hiding place or special area.Brooklyn Botanical Gardens |
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Fort Building with branches and fabric can be done and redone by visitors and children.Photo courtesy of Parks and People Foundation |
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Hollowed out trees can be inviting for even the smallest explorers.Brookside Gardens |
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A bright colorful curtain can create a simple hiding place.Locust Grove Nature Center Montgomery County. |
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Bean Teepee can be used for connecting children to food and creating hiding space.Funshine Children's Garden |
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