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Outdoor Kids in an Inside World
Review
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The “imperative call to action” (Nick Offerman) for parenting tough, curious, and competent kids who feel at home in the outdoors, from the New York Times bestselling author and host of the TV series and podcast MeatEater
“A revelation for families struggling to get kids to GO OUTSIDE, or to just stop using the darn smartphone.”—Michaeleen Doucleff, PhD, New York Times bestselling author of Hunt, Gather, Parent
In the era of screens and devices, the average American spends 90 percent of their time indoors, and children are no exception. Not only does this phenomenon have consequences for kids’ physical and mental health, it jeopardizes their ability to understand and engage with anything beyond the built environment.
Thankfully, with the right mind-set, families can find beauty, meaning, and connection in a life lived outdoors. Here, outdoors expert Steven Rinella shares the parenting wisdom he has garnered as a father whose family has lived amid the biggest cities and wildest corners of America. Throughout, he offers practical advice for getting kids radically engaged with nature in a muddy, thrilling, hands-on way, with the ultimate goal of helping them see their own place within the natural ecosystem. No matter their location—rural, suburban, or urban—caregivers and kids will bond over activities such as:
• Camping to conquer fears, build tolerance for dirt and discomfort, and savor the timeless pleasure of swapping stories around a campfire.
• Growing a vegetable garden to develop a capacity to nurture and an appreciation for hard work.
• Fishing local lakes and rivers to learn the value of patience while grappling with the possibility of failure.
• Hunting for sustainably managed wild game to face the realities of life, death, and what it really takes to obtain our food.
Living an outdoor lifestyle fosters in kids an insatiable curiosity about the world around them, confidence and self-sufficiency, and, most important, a lifelong sense of stewardship of the natural world. This book helps families connect with nature—and one another—as a joyful part of everyday life.
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Holly –
As a mother raising kids in Montana, it was refreshing to read a parenting book about the interests we strive to achieve. It was such a great book, I really couldn’t put it down. My kids also got a kick out of listening to some of the stories about the family adventures and how they could so easily relate. How did we not know there were scorpions in Montana?!
4 people found this helpful
Amazon Customer –
Really enjoyed how he broke down different ways to engage kids in nature. Very enjoyable read, and good info.
johnny –
Really enjoyed it.
One person found this helpful
Dan –
As an avid camper, trapper, hunter, and now father, I have been waiting for a book to help guide me through the finer points of engaging my two year old son with nature. The reasoning behind its importance, along with advice, interwoven with personal and humorous stories, was a delivery I really enjoyed. I especially identified with the story of Rinella bringing his whole family camping for the first time and the lessons learned by the experience. The book also inspires those who live in a suburb or city with ways they can participate and enjoy the nature daily, when time or travel constraints prevent a trip to the wilderness. We definitely need to encourage our children to play more in the dirt and less with screens through leading by example. Do not mind the negative reviews by people pushing an agenda and did not even read the book. This book and its message is great for everyone, even if you do not enjoy hunting, or prefer skiing. I purchased both the hardcover and audio version, to listen to in the truck when traveling to our camping spots as a reminder of the importance of why I am tolerating a long car ride with a toddler. I also appreciate the fact the author narrates his own work. Overall a great read.
9 people found this helpful
BSS –
Most excellent book. Thank you Steve for a very precise book
One person found this helpful
Amazon Customer –
Excellent book!
Maura Hennelly –
Absolutely love this book, I’ll be rereading it over and over. I’m a 23 year old girl with no plans to have kids yet, but I found this book so wholesome and incredibly informative all the same. It actually made me excited at the prospect of sharing my love of nature and hunting with my potential future kids, a feeling I have not had much before at all. Rinella never disappoints!
42 people found this helpful
Sam M. –
Kids in today’s world need to get outside and experience enjoying nature. Hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, and so much more vs. playing video games. Great job Rinella!!
Dillon –
Very informative and great insight.
Joel Joel –
Full disclosure: I am an @stevenrinella superfan. Going all the way back to his pre-fatherhood early work, and continuing through today, reading his books, watching his shows, listening to his podcasts, and I even met the man in person once.In his most recent release, Outdoor Kids in an Inside World, the fellow native Michigander once again brings his signature flavor of direct yet nuanced articulation of maintaining a practically biophiliac lifestyle. With his mountain-man-meets-Hemingway persona, Steve prioritizes a connection with nature as the main thrust for his day-to-day life. He wrote this book as a result of becoming a father of 3 over the last decade and quickly recognizing that even for an avid outdoorsman, getting children away from the living room and bedrooms, where technology abounds, outside and engaged with the natural world presents a list of challenges that grows longer with every new device, video game, and app update.Steve takes you step by step through various levels of introducing children to interactions that help bridge the ever-expanding gap that accompanies industrialized first-world life. A dislocation wherein there has occurred an extinction of sorts, between people and our connection with nature. Interactions that, until only fairly recently in terms of human history, were a requirement for basic survival. He covers every barrier – conquering fears, tolerance for dirt, getting comfortable being uncomfortable, grappling with the possibility of failure as well as the reality of life and death and the true cost of how we obtain food. All geared towards safe and sustainable interactions with the outdoors. Steve understands what all of us as parents are chasing – to raise independent, knowledgeable, and confident children. Something as simple as starting a vegetable garden (Chapter 4: Tending the Soil) installs in kids a sense of ownership and responsibility, rewarding satisfaction in the cultivation of their own food, while also introducing them to the realities of life’s impermanence and frailty.This book covers it all! Highly recommend to all parents who want to get their kids off the screens and in to the woods.
2 people found this helpful
moncherie –
Haven’t read the book yet…but ordering after I’m done with this pre review. (I saw there were only two reviews and my husband joked I should write one pre read!) I’m sure it won’t disappoint.I have no doubt this will be a great read. We have watched meat eater religiously and absolutely love it. Our kids 6 & 10 have enjoyed watching it as well.
19 people found this helpful
Justin Andrews –
Fantastic book full of great ideas and questions also the way the author paints a picture with his words is second to none all in all a great read
NY Dog Man –
I don’t think the DC cat lady read this book. Excellent insight and explains the reasoning and philosophy behind experiencing nature
2 people found this helpful
Bill –
I’m using this to get ideas for getting my grandkids outdoors more often.
Michelle Castaneda –
Outdoor Kids in an Inside World: Getting Your Family Out of the House and Radically Engaged with Nature by Steven Rinella is a call to go outside. This book seems inspired by the author’s experiences with his family throughout the pandemic. While I would concede that parts of this book, like the part about hunting, will not be for everyone, I still think that portions of this book would benefit all families. We need to get kids outside and off screens. This book is a call to action. I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.
H. Gordon –
Adding another 5-star to offset the DC vegan cat lady. I didn’t agree with her review but respected it UNTIL she got to the part about censoring (‘remove the book from the site’ part of her comment). I don’t want her removed, either. I just want her outvoted. Doing my part.
11 people found this helpful
Erik –
Steven weaves personal history anecdotes with a nuanced approach to embracing the outdoors as a family. I highly recommend this book even if you already love and experience the outdoors.
Scott –
This is perfect
C –
This book has seven main chapters, and a total of about 160 pages, not including the Index.In the Introduction, Rinella recalls one of the first times that his kids were excited by outdoor discoveries. Rinella had purchased a small cottage in Alaska, and as his young son was exploring outside, he picked up a rock and was elated to see two crabs that were hiding underneath it. This began a routine of turning over rocks and logs to marvel at what interesting creatures were hiding beneath them. – (Note – There is an annoying editing/format error in the digital version here, where the phrase “How the hell are we ever going to get everyone out of the house” is accidentally inserted multiple times into the middle of a sentence. Sometimes it seems to have replaced a word or two in the original sentence, while other times it just shows up randomly in the middle. It clearly wasn’t intentional because it causes the sentences to not make sense, and it even accidentally replaces the titles of other books he is trying to reference. I’m surprised that this error wasn’t noticed by the editors.)In the first few chapters Rinella talks about his experiences with his own children, encouraging them to become enthusiastic about being in nature. Rinella’s life is likely to be quite different from the average person reading the book; for example Chapter 1 starts with a story about butchering the deer his 10-year-old son had killed and feeding the fat to a group of magpies. He does attempt to distill some of the lessons he learned down to a few basic strategies that are more relevant for your average person though. He provides some good questions about nature to think about with your kids, which were some of the most useful parts of the book for me.Throughout the rest of the book Rinella continues to share stories, lessons, and insights he has gained while being with his children outdoors. There are stories about camping trips, lessons about maintaining a positive mindset, and foraging for food. There are chapters about gardening, fishing, pets, and of course hunting (as Rinella is a well known hunter).Overall I liked the book, as it was interesting to hear the stories of how Rinella combines his love of the outdoors with raising a family. This book is actually less of an instruction manual than I thought it was going to be; as it is more Rinella just telling his own personal family stories, with just a few tips thrown in here and there. (So perhaps the title is a bit misleading) There is certainly advice for parents in here, but it often felt like an afterthought. I suspect that this book will be more popular with people that are already fans of Rinella, as his lifestyle is pretty different from your average person. I’d give it about a 3.5 / 5, partly because of all of the typos/errors.
29 people found this helpful
Amazon Customer –
This book is full of great ideas and fun stories. Having grown up this way myself I think it is incredibly important to get this message out to family’s that may not know where to start.
Tamara J. Buchli –
I loved this book, just as I loved his previous books. Partly this is because I enjoy Rinella’s writing style – a mix of poignancy and humor that I find deeply effective. And partly it’s because I share his philosophy and his advocacy for the outdoor life.Many thanks to NetGally for providing an ARC copy for my review.
Alexis Garbidakis –
Love this book. It really broadened my understanding of how to get my kids engaged in the outdoors. Creating a better life experience for them instead of constant TV and tablet time.
One person found this helpful
Steven Ramage –
I can’t recommend this book enough. For most of my childhood, my parents were divorced and my time was spent shuttling between both houses every other weekend. We got to do a lot of things, and learn a lot, but it was always in limited bursts. When I was 13, my mom passed and my dad took over full-time but with limited years before college I feel like my priorities took precedent and I missed out on valuable time/experiences.Fast forward to today, I’m a dad of 3 (sons ages 9 and 5, daughter age 3), and I find myself re-learning a lot of the skills that I want to pass down to my kids. We’ve always hunted/fished, but time in the outdoors is so much more than that. This book is an excellent guide for parents of kids of all ages. As parents, we’re competing with the world on a minute by minute basis for time with our kids. Being intentional with the time where we win against the world will pay dividends in the lives of our future generations.
One person found this helpful
Stacie P –
Steve is a great American writer.
Teach –
I read this book while on a two week trip visiting three National Parks with my family. Well written, entertaining stories, great ideas to get and keep kids active outdoors. Highly recommend.
Zack –
The sort of book that is sorely needed to pass on outdoor traditions to the next generation.
Violaine –
I am nothing short of disgusted with this book, and with this man who actually thinks that making kids kill animals is a good thing. Children, more than anyone, need lessons in EMPATHY and sensitivity. Teaching kids to ignore the pain and fear of living creatures is the worst thing you could possibly do if you want to raise a future kind, compassionate, responsible adult. Making them “face the realities of life and death”? Really? There will be plenty of opportunities in life for that. What kind of monster wants to hurry those lessons up for their child? Only a psychopath would do that. This isn’t pioneer days, and no one needs to eat animals, let alone encourage their kids to go out and hunt them down. This book should be removed from this site. Absolutely disgusting.
13 people found this helpful
ken –
Haven’t got the book yet but that vegan nut job wrote a bad review and I wanted to cancel it out. Rinella is a good dude and a good writer and I’d bet the book is great. Will update review once read
One person found this helpful
Daniel Torres –
As a future father who grew up in the outdoors with my father. I find this book very interesting and helpful in ways to help me introduce my future children into the outdoors in an ever evolving virtual and technologically centered world.Also wanted to add a 5 star to offset the vegan lady who is against ethical harvest of animals.
26 people found this helpful
Eleanor A. Green –
I bought this book for my son and his family. They are all into skiing, the Zoo and my son really likes this author. Thank you and stay safe. EAG
Amazon Customer –
Great
ben –
Steve Rinella is awesome. Great books, great show, and all around great guy. This book helps us realize we aren’t alone in wanting to get our kids outdoors but it’s not always easy.
Jeremy –
Good book with great ideas.
Kathryn Driggers –
Great book! Filled with ideas to get kids outdoors and personal stories from Steve Rinella. Biggest take away for me was finding these moments I thought weren’t a big deal, but to kids it’s so exciting. I felt inspired after reading this book.
Logan Tueller –
The premise of the book is spot on! I am raising two daughters and want them to have a childhood as I did; outdoors exploring and playing with nature. The first edition is missing the 50ish pages of super useful tips, how-to guides, and in-depth explanations on hunting, camping, and fishing that other reviewers seem to have been wanting. If you preordered the book and sent the MeatEater team the invoice, they sent a pdf and are planning on including it in future editions. Great Read!5 stars because it deserves it and to offset the close-minded idealist vegan who didn’t even read the book (amazon shouldn’t let you review unless you purchased the item IMO)
2 people found this helpful
kevin m –
We all have this feeling “ I came into this world!” Well that isn’t true. you came out of this work, like a leaf comes out of a tree.-Alan WattsThis is such a great quote. I’m currently reading”Outdoor kinds in an inside world.” By Steven Rinella. I’m only one chapter in but oh my it’s so good, and it hits home for me. I love the outdoors, I have always said when I do these treks in the mountains it’s like a reset for me, well theirs a reason for that it’s because it totally is and the science is there to prove it! Go give this book a read folks. Doesn’t matter if you are a hunter,hiker, bike rider, or just like to sit in your yard. If you love the outdoors I truly believe you will enjoy this book. If you don’t, still read it maybe you will discover something about yourself that’s always been there but never practiced!!! Thank you MeatEater!
4 people found this helpful
Shane W. Early –
Bought this for my sister and her kids. Had heard author talking about it. Post Covid seeing more people venturing into the outdoors the book is timely. Skimmed the contents before passing it on I am hoping my niece and nephew begin a life of outdoors enjoyment.
Karissa –
My husband and I are both big fans of Steve Rinella, and loved his book American Buffalo. So when this book was announced, I immediately moved it to the top of my “must read” list. It absolutely did not disappoint.I loved the conversational tone of this book, and how Rinella shares wisdom and suggestions more through storytelling than bulleted lists. Rather than a boring “how to” guide, this is like talking to a more experienced parent friend who is raising their children in a way you admire. He has opened my eyes to things I can easily do with my son to increase his love for and understanding of the natural world on a daily basis.I highly recommend this book for parents of children at any age- your kids are never too young or too old to benefit from this outdoor-centric approach to parenting.
Brittany Griffis –
Great book
Andrew france –
Inspiring and fun stories about raising kids.
Dylan marlar –
Just got this book today read a good bit of it reads just like Steve is sitting there talking telling stories about his experience with his family
One person found this helpful