Wesselman Woods Looking To Fill Role of 'Nature Play Director'

Evansville's Wesselman Woods is looking to fill a key role - Nature Play Director.

What Exactly is a Nature Play Director?

According to Wesselman Woods, they are looking for area youth between the ages of 7 and 14 years of age who are champions for the environment. As a Nature Play Director, they will work alongside the Director of Environmental Education to create prgrams to educate their peers, as well as contribute to the plans for the Welborn Baptist Foundation Nature Playscape.

Why The Nature Play Director Position is So Important

Wesselman Woods recognizes that kids have a natural inclination for creativity and that they can offer unique perspectives that adults might otherwise miss.

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Adulthood may confine our minds to societal norms and pressures, but children do not conform to any such ideas. They have a natural creative approach to life and offer unique perspectives that adults may overlook. Having NPDs on the Wesselman Woods adds a new level of creativity and uniqueness to our Environmental Education Department.

How Many Nature Play Directors Will They Hire

The organization hopes to fill three Nature Play Director roles. They say that the positions offer area youth an opportunity to build leadership and teamwork skills, as well as giving them a look into what it's like to manage a non-profit.

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How To Apply for Role of Nature Play Director at Wesselman Woods

To learn more about Wesselman Woods, the Nature Play Director position, and to apply, visit WesselmanWoods.org.

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