Episode Synopsis "Rediscovering Play as an Adult - A Conversation with Lara Purvis, Forest & Nature School Practitioner"

In this episode, Stephanie Smith chats with Lara Purvis, Lead Educator at the Ottawa Forest & Nature School. Lara tells us about her journey to becoming a Forest & Nature School Practitioner and how it led to her rediscovery of the value and importance of play.  Host: Stephanie Smith, Manager of Projects and Special Initiatives, Child and Nature Alliance of CanadaGuest: Lara Purvis, Lead Educator, Ottawa Forest & Nature SchoolMusic and Production: Alex Maltby

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