My 3-year-old refuses to wear shoes outside but loves puddle jumping

Lately, my 3-year-old has taken a strong stand against wearing shoes whenever we head out, especially to the park or on quick errands. She absolutely loves stomping in puddles and feeling the grass under her feet, which I get - it’s part of the fun of being a kid. The problem is, our neighborhood sidewalks and playgrounds have bits of gravel and sometimes broken glass, so I worry about her safety. We’ve tried everything from letting her pick out fun, colorful shoes to explaining why shoes protect her feet, but she just kicks them off the moment she can. I even tried waterproof sandals that are easy to slip on and off, but she insists on going barefoot. I’m torn between encouraging her sensory play and making sure she doesn’t get hurt. Has anyone navigated this barefoot phase without constant injury? How do you balance your kid’s love for bare feet with outdoor hazards? Any creative shoe alternatives or tricks to make shoes more appealing without a battle?