Create Dynamic Outdoor Spaces —Spark Imagination and Joy without Costly Equipment!
A Great Play Space Is Only Half the Equation—So What’s Missing?
You’ve seen it before…
- A brand-new playground: exciting at first, but the novelty wears off. The equipment doesn’t change, and kids lose interest.
- A beautiful natural playscape: rolling hills, trees, sand, and water. It’s a stunning setting, but something’s still missing…
What’s missing?
Outdoor Loose Parts!
Without Loose Parts, play spaces are simply static. But when you add moveable materials—logs, planks, crates, fabric, sand—children take charge of their environment. They build, dig, create, problem-solve, and collaborate.
That’s why I created Rusty’s Outdoor Loose Parts Class—to show you exactly how to transform any outdoor space into an ever-changing world of creativity, exploration, and deep play.
Let’s unlock the full potential of your outdoor play space!
Unlock Loose Parts to Boost Outdoor Play!
Imagine a space where children don’t just play—they create, explore, and innovate every single day.
Turn any outdoor space into a dynamic, ever-changing playground for imagination, problem-solving, and deep play!
- Know exactly how to add Loose Parts to any outdoor space—no matter the size or setting.
- Learn how to spark creativity, collaboration, and confidence through hands-on, open-ended play.
- See immediate engagement as children transform your space into obstacle courses, forts, marketplaces, fairy lands, science labs, and more!
- Understand how to plan, organize, and manage Loose Parts so they become a seamless and sustainable part of your play space.
This isn’t just about adding stuff to your backyard. It’s about unlocking the full potential of outdoor play—with the simplest, most cost-effective “tools” available.
Loose Parts aren’t just fun—they’re a game changer. And I’ll show you exactly how to make them work for you!
By the End of This Course, You’ll…
- Be able to confidently create a dynamic Outdoor Loose Parts play space whether in a backyard, playground, schoolyard, or forest.
- Know exactly which Outdoor Loose Parts to use to spark creativity, problem-solving, and deep play.
- Be able to easily organize, manage, and keep Loose Parts safe, so they stay engaging and accessible.
- Be able to communicate the value of Loose Parts to parents, administrators, and licensing with confidence.
- Watch children enjoy richer, longer & more imaginative play, building confidence, collaboration, and joy.
And most importantly…
You’ll experience the pure joy of watching children fully engaged!
This isn’t just about adding materials to an outdoor space—it’s about unlocking a world of endless possibilities for children through play.
Here’s How It Works
First, we’ll start with the basics
What are Loose Parts? Open-ended, repurposed materials that spark imagination—and how they beat traditional toys!
Then, we’ll explore the must-have Loose Parts
The best Loose Parts for play-based learning—I’ll show you my top picks and why they keep kids engaged for hours.
We’ll talk sourcing—To find Loose Parts
Let’s explore where to find Loose Parts in your community —including free options—so you can grow your collection on any budget!
Next up: Organization, storage & safety
Let’s be real—a pile of random stuff isn’t enough. I’ll show you how to set up, store, and manage Loose Parts for easy, safe, and ready-to-go play!
We’ll dive into the talks that count
How do you explain Loose Parts to parents, licensing, and admins? I’ll share three key points that turn skeptics into believers!
And then, we’ll take it even further!
We’ll explore expanding your Loose Parts collection—from mud kitchens to sand pits, grassy areas, blacktops, and forests!
This 3-part course equips you to use Loose Parts outdoors—Confidently, Affordably, and Effortlessly!
Each class follows a simple, engaging format:
- We start with a centering exercise—to get grounded and ready to dive in.
- I’ll introduce the day’s theme—so you know exactly what we’re covering and why it matters.
- Then, it’s slideshow time! Get ready for real-world examples, inspiring Loose Parts setups, and the must-know strategies that make them work.
- Listen to lively discussions from play experts - it's helpful to hear how others do it!
- Finally, you’ll get a simple, actionable assignment—so you can immediately start applying what you’ve learned.
Now, let’s break down what you’ll learn in each class…
Class One
Loose Parts 101 – The What!
You’re Going to Learn:
- What Loose Parts actually are (hint: not just toys!)
- How Loose Parts boost outdoor play and learning
- The whole-child development benefits of Loose Parts
- The best kinds of Loose Parts for outdoor use
- Natural Loose Parts—what works best outside
- What Loose Parts look like in action (get ready for inspiring real-life examples!)
Class Two
Finding & Growing Your Loose Parts Collection - The Where?
You’re Going to Learn:
- The best places to shop for Loose Parts
- Where to find low-cost (and FREE!) Loose Parts in your community
- How to repurpose everyday materials into incredible Loose Parts
- The power of the wishlist—how to get Loose Parts donated
- All about tires as Loose Parts—how to use them safely and effectively
- Mud kitchens + Loose Parts—the perfect combination for deep play
Class Three
Using Loose Parts Like a Pro - The How!
You’re Going to Learn:
- Best practices for setting up Loose Parts outside
- Smart storage solutions for keeping Loose Parts accessible & organized
- Safety tips for using Loose Parts outside
- How to talk to licensing and parents about Loose Parts play
- How to start experimenting with Loose Parts in your space
- How to take your Loose Parts play to the next level
By the end of this course, you’ll feel confident, inspired, and empowered to create an outdoor space that sparks creativity, problem-solving, and deep, joyful play.
What You Get When You Join
Enroll in Rusty’s Outdoor Loose Parts Class and get a complete toolkit to bring Loose Parts to life outdoors!
- Ongoing Access to the Course
- 4-Hour Certificate of Completion
- Loose Parts Resource Links
- Online Play Community
And Check Out These Bonuses!
- Loose Parts Video Library – Get inspired with real-world Loose Parts in action at preschools, parks, and elementary schools.
- Sample Letters to Parents & Licensing – I'm giving you templates for letters proven to make communications with parents and licensing easy, clear, and effective.
- Loose Parts Manual & Toolkit – You don't have to reinvent the wheel! These guides will give new ideas and support even more creative play.
- Backyard Play Design – Discover ways to maximize small spaces, use plants and Loose Parts, and build strong structures to create a diverse, exciting outdoor play space.
- Loose Parts Research – A handpicked selection of the best research on nature play, risky play, and Loose Parts—so you can back up your vision and win over administrators, licensing, and decision-makers.
The Bonuses Alone Are Worth It!
This course is packed with extras to make your Loose Parts journey easier, more effective, and fun. You’ll gain everything needed to create outdoor play spaces that inspire creativity, problem-solving, and joy!
Everything You Get (Value)
- Rusty's Outdoor Loose Parts Class – $297 Value
- Resource Worksheets – $39 Value
- Wishlist Template – $19 Value
- Loose Parts Resources – $68 Value
- Loose Parts Video Library – $49 Value
- Online Play Community – Priceless! Value
Plus Amazing Bonuses!
- Loose Parts Videos – $49 Value
- Latest Research on Play, Nature, and Risk – $49 Value
- Play Resources & Links – $39 Value
Total Value: Over $600+
Your Price Today: Just $57!
Why This Matters
You’re already doing so much. You care deeply about the children in your care. You create learning experiences, manage the daily chaos, navigate rules and regulations, and somehow still find time to make things fun.
But let’s be honest—it can be exhausting trying to keep kids engaged in play.
You set up activities, they lose interest. You bring in new materials, they play with them for a while, then move on.
You want outdoor play to be rich and meaningful, but some days it feels like you’re just managing bodies, redirecting energy, and trying to keep things running smoothly.
It doesn’t have to be hard.
Children are wired to explore and create—they just need the right tools. That’s the magic of Loose Parts. When given open-ended materials, kids engage in self-sustaining play, coming up with ideas, solving problems, and building confidence.
You get to step back and watch the magic unfold.
Every day without Loose Parts is a missed opportunity for creativity and deep engagement. This course gives you the tools to change that.
Let’s elevate outdoor play—together.
People Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Now is a perfect time to learn all about Loose Parts and gain confidence to give it a try! We’ll cover lots of great small first steps you can take to begin experimenting with using Loose Parts outside.
Absolutely! It is always fun to dive deeper into subjects you love. You’ll get to connect with other like-minded experienced folks like you who love Loose Parts play outside. Your new classmates will appreciate hearing your voice and experiences in the class conversations. Plus you might learn a few new ideas and tricks!
No problem! We’ll talk all about it in class! You’ll learn where to purchase great Loose Parts, places in your community to get free and low-cost loose parts, how to repurpose existing materials into Loose Parts and how to tap the “power of the wishlist” to get donated Loose Parts!
Yes! You can do Loose Parts outside even if you have a teeny yard, share a yard with others, or even have no yard at all! I’ll be teaching Loose Parts strategies that work in all spaces, big and small!
Absolutely! Check out Rusty’s Nature Play Design Masterclass and Risky Play Roundtable!
Say YES to Play, Creativity, and Endless Possibilities!
With Rusty’s Outdoor Loose Parts Class, you’ll learn how to make it happen—easily, affordably, and with BIG impact.
For just $57, you get
- A simple, step-by-step plan to transform outdoor play
- Easy, budget-friendly Loose Parts solutions
- Resources to get parents & licensing on board
- Instant inspiration to start right away
Less effort. More play. Bigger smiles.
Let’s do this!
One-time payment: $57
