Mother nature needs a helping hand

By Derek Lippert | March 15, 2013

Our population now lingers just over 7 billion people…Roughly double what it was 50 years ago. It is essential for us to prioritize and learn to understand the impact it’s having on our environment. Change is not an option anymore….It’s imperative…… We have to help our earth, and make a conscious effort each and every…

Why Gardening is Beneficial for School Children

By Derek Lippert | November 21, 2012

Many studies demonstrate the emotional value of gardening and creating green spaces. More recent studies indicate gardens at schools have very powerful and positive effects on our children. It seems likely that humans are essentially hard-wired to feel better in nature, and need to have plants close to us.

Natural Playground in Guelph

By Derek Lippert | July 26, 2011

Quiet Nature has completed it’s first natural playground installation. Designed by the landscape architects at Dougan and Associates for First Steps Daycare (Guelph, ON), this playscape includes natural features aimed at triggering a child’s imagination.