The Power of Play: A Conversation with Pete Silvius and Dr. Kent Griffin

In this episode, hosts Rachel Naylor and Lisa Fall, CMP, sit down with Pete Silvius, Director of Whole Child Initiatives for the Seguin Independent School District, and Dr. Kent Griffin, an associate professor in the Health and Human Performance (HHP) department at Texas State University, to explore the impact of outdoor recreation on student development. They discuss how time in nature builds essential life skills, supports mental well-being, and fosters personal growth. The conversation also highlights the importance of incorporating outdoor experiences into education, giving teachers strategies to connect students with the natural world. Tune in to learn how outdoor activities can shape healthier, more resilient learners for life. This episode is sponsored by G-W Publisher.  reMOVEing Layers is produced by Association Briefings.