Numerous research findings show the benefits associated with nature-interaction include improved health outcomes and academic performance. Discussion leaders from Tucson will share their efforts to activate Sonoran Desert-based nature play and provide tangible examples of how creative collaboration, leveraged initiatives, and data-driven decision-making can come together to diversify existing park landscapes and enhance community health in heat-intense climates. Attendees will learn about data-driven site selection, diversifying urban landscapes, and partnerships aligned with nature play.
