Outside Podcast So You Wanna Be an Outdoor Parent
Oct 18, 2023
Steven Rinella, a seasoned outdoor expert and author, teams up with Katie Arnold, an ultra runner and mother focused on raising adventurous kids. They share personal stories about nurturing a love for nature, from fishing trips to river adventures. The duo discusses the balance of encouraging resilience and independence while parenting outdoors. Listeners learn practical tips for blending outdoor experiences with family life, and the importance of teaching kindness through nature's challenges.
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First Tuna Trip
- Michael Roberts took his son on a challenging fishing trip offshore.
- Despite not catching tuna, they saw amazing marine life, and his son impressed him with his spotting skills.
Early Nature Exposure
- Introduce kids to nature early and often, even in urban environments.
- Encourage them to explore and get comfortable handling creatures.
Urban Nature Exploration
- Steven Rinella prioritized getting his kids comfortable with all kinds of creatures, even in NYC parks.
- He encouraged his kids to pick up and hold bugs, worms, etc. from a young age, making them more comfortable with nature.
