Outdoor clothing articles

Forest School Risk Assessment

This readable & thoughtful blog post considers the risks of summer sunshine and the importance of appropriate clothes, then goes on to look at risk assessments in the time of Covid, finally sharing the Risk Assessment document used at this Forest School.
Mama Beech, 13 August 2020

Footwear for All-Weather Players

"Keeping feet warm and dry is not as easy as popping a hat on, so we have brought you some ideas to help, making it possible to keep feet warm while playing for hours outside, especially on those wet, cold days." Lovely cheerful article with sections on warmth, size, soles, barefoot, cold, recycling, and some practical suggestions for different ages, from babies to toddlers. Nature Play, 13 November 2015

Going Outdoors in the Winter: How to Dress

Using layering to protect head, hands and feet. Nature Play, 29 October 2013

Drying & managing wet clothes

“How can we manage wet clothes and gear when we work in places not geared up to coping with the aftermath of outdoor activities? I’ve been rummaging through my collection of photos and here’s some ideas.” Juliet Robertson of Creative Star Learning, 17 October 2013