1KHO 175: How to Poop in the Woods and More! | Steven Rinella, Creator and Host of Meateater

The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast

Ginny Yurich

Parenting, Kids & Family

4.9 • 1.8K Ratings

🗓️ 3 August 2023

⏱️ 43 minutes

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Summary

The renowned outdoorsman, writer, and wild-foods enthusiast, known for his captivating television show and podcast, Meateater, Steven Rinella is back for a second time! Join us as we explore various topics from his new book "Catch a Crayfish, Count the Stars," and delve into his fascinating perspectives on life, risk-taking, and the beauty of nature. In this episode, Steve shares his insights on taking informed, calculated risks and the importance of questioning advice. We ponder the safety comparison between cheerleading and camping, discovering surprising revelations along the way. As we delve deeper, we uncover the driving force behind Steven's contentment in his work and the valuable career advice he received about doing what one loves. Steven's passion for exploration and curiosity shines through as he discusses the joy of spending time with people who share a drive for adventure. He emphasizes the importance of equipping children with pragmatic skills and the invaluable life lessons gained from hands-on, rugged experiences that reveal their true capabilities. Nature's profound mysteries captivate our attention as Steven shares his knowledge on mastering the art of pooping in the woods and essential navigational techniques in nature. From walking in a straight line to celestial navigation and mountain navigation, Steven's wisdom enriches our understanding of the natural world. Discover the significance of the North Star, Polaris, and its unwavering position amidst the ever-changing dance of stars. Throughout the episode, Steven reminds us of the unpredictable yet rejuvenating nature of the wild. He inspires us to appreciate the dependable aspects of nature and learn from its dynamic features. We delve into his unique hobby of shed hunting and the joy of finding hidden treasures in the great outdoors. Whether you're an avid outdoors enthusiast or simply curious about nature's wonders, this episode offers an enriching and inspiring experience. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that will deepen your connection with the natural world and leave you eager to explore more. Learn more about Steven Rinella here >> TheMeateater.com Facebook.com/StevenRinellaMeatEater Instagram: @stevenrinella and @meateater Listen to our first episode with Steven Rinella here >> Episode 51: Outdoor Kids in an Inside World Order your copy of Catch a Crayfish, Count the Stars here >> https://amzn.to/3ODt5kr Order your copy of Outdoor Kids in an Inside World here >> https://amzn.to/3Ymlt9m Order your copy of Cold Vanish here >> https://amzn.to/3YmaLPO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Welcome to the 1000 Hours Outside Podcast. My name is Jenny Urich. I'm the founder of
0:04.2	1000 Hours Outside. And back today, so pleased to tell you is Stephen Ronella.
0:09.1	Thank you for being here. Hey, thank you for doing this again. I appreciate it.
0:13.0	Yeah, so last time we talked about your book, Outdoor Kids in the Inside World.
0:17.0	And we have taken so many of those concepts into our life.
0:20.2	I think a lot of times you read a book, you know, it's really cool in the moment and you move on and you forget, but just literally the other day, one of my oldest kids said, I'm going to wear it dry.
0:29.0	You know, she was all wet. I was like, you want to. She's like now just wear it dry. I'm like that has really stuck and one of the things also that's really stuck is your concept about hanging out with cool people when you get older.
0:43.1	You know, they talk about kids doing hard things and they say,
0:45.4	well, why do I have to do hard things?
0:47.0	So it's really changed my perspective even on just some smaller things.
0:49.8	We just caught in a rain squall the other day. and everyone was all upset about it.
0:54.3	Now I was like, well, you're gonna have this story to talk about when you're older.
0:57.9	So so much of that book has stuck with our family.
1:00.8	People are constantly talking about it.
1:02.2	So really appreciated that conversation.
1:04.3	Love that book and you have a new one that's out.
1:07.2	Catch a crayfish. I mean these are phenomenally beautiful.
1:11.1	Oh, thank you.
1:12.1	The Unsung Heroes of the Cover Art, I mean this is a gorgeous book.
1:15.0	Well, he's, if you go to the title page, he's sung.
1:19.0	He is sung.
1:20.0	Okay.
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