Papa Bear Hikes
750 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 806 ratingsPapa Bear Hikes is a Podcast for Nature Lovers & Outdoor Enthusiasts. Network/Artist: Martin Armitage is the author of Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail, and recipient of the WHITNEY YOUNG, JR. AWARD. *Presented By: Buzzsprout* Producer: Wendy A. Lawrence *Host: Martin Armitage *Edited By: Big Bear Studios *Show Notes: Wendy A. Lawrence *For Media Inquiries email: [email protected] *The Papa Bear Hikes podcast is a GLOBAL iTunes fan favorite in multiple categories and has a Global Ranking in the top 1%!
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2023 Fundraising Campaign!
January 26, 2023 06:00 - 11 minutes - 15.6 MBLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube Avalon Publicity & Business Services Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media Services Support the Show. Get outside, have fun and be safe! Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast https://www.papabearhikes.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746 https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/
Mexplore32: The Ultimate México Road Trip
January 23, 2023 06:00 - 44 minutes - 61 MBMartin welcomes digital nomad Todd Nevins and hotelier Tom Williams to the podcast. Todd and Tom are about to embark on the ultimate Mexico road trip: 32 States, 37 Days,, 6,000+ miles. Follow & Experience Tom & Todd's Incredible Adventure: Mexplore32 (@mexplore32) • Instagram photos and videos Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes entertaining, informative, and/or interesting please leave a review on Apple iTunes Avalon Publicity...
Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
January 19, 2023 06:00 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MBLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes entertaining, informative, and/or interesting please leave a review on Apple iTunes Avalon Publicity & Business Services Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media Services Support the Show. Get outside, have fun and be safe! Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast https://www.papabearhikes.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/...
The Evolution of Backpacking Gear
January 16, 2023 09:00 - 55 minutes - 75.8 MBMartin welcomes freelance journalist Nathan Pipenberg to the Papa Bear Hikes podcast. Listen as the two discuss Nathan's article contrasting 70s gear to today's gear. Read more articles by Nathan Pipenberg: How Does the ’70s' Lightest Backpacking Gear Stand Up to Today's? - Backpacker Articles by Nathan Pipenberg’s Profile | Freelance Journalist | Muck Rack nathan pipenberg (@npipenberg) • Instagram photos and videos Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episo...
When Group Hikes Turn Deadly
January 13, 2023 09:00 - 12 minutes - 13.1 MBLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes entertaining, informative, and/or interesting please leave a review on Apple iTunes Source: Hiking guide found guilty in Buffalo National River case: https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2022/dec/06/hiking-guide-found-guilty-in-buffalo-national-river-case/?fbclid=IwAR36LzY6U 6zvJGpVg0_QevFSrDD0afEaAejNwVU2GkyBBVzs6J2onqImOwM Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episod...
When a Group Hike Turns Deadly
January 13, 2023 09:00 - 12 minutes - 17.8 MBLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes entertaining, informative, and/or interesting please leave a review on Apple iTunes Source: Hiking guide found guilty in Buffalo National River case: https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2022/dec/06/hiking-guide-found-guilty-in-buffalo-national-river-case/?fbclid=IwAR36LzY6U 6zvJGpVg0_QevFSrDD0afEaAejNwVU2GkyBBVzs6J2onqImOwM Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episod...
New Adventures in Baja Mexico
January 09, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MBMartin welcomes back welcomes Dre, Wiley and Maisha who share their current adventure in Baja Mexico with their Husky, Maisha. Dre, Wiley, Maisha🐾 | Vanlife🚐 Travelling with our Husky 🐾 in our van Uhuru 🚐 Quit the 9-5 after 15 years 📍NY Hike 🥾, Bike 🚵♂️, Explore 🌍 Dre, Wiley, Maisha🐾 | Vanlife🚐 (@suits2sandals) • Instagram photos and videos suits2sandals - YouTube Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes entertaining, informative, and...
Are Snowshoes Really Necessary For Day Hikes?
January 05, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MBAvalon Publicity & Business Services Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media Services Support the Show. Get outside, have fun and be safe! Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast https://www.papabearhikes.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746 https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/
Vermont's NEK Mountain Challenge
January 02, 2023 09:00 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MBMartin welcomes back Steve Welgoss to the podcast. The two discuss the Vermont's NEK Mountain Challenge, Winter Hiking, and Hiking For Patches. Steve Welgoss is the creator of the Facebook group Hiking for Patches whose three favorite hobbies are hiking (for patches), craft beer and fishing. As an NYC resident, he enjoys getting out of the city to hike wherever there is a trail and a goal. (1) Hiking for Patches | Facebook Avalon Publicity & Business Services Increasing the Digital F...
Taking Cues from Nature
December 26, 2022 09:00 - 54 minutes - 74.4 MBMartin welcomes back Crystal Gail Welcome, author, public speaker, experiential educator, social & environmental justice advocate and hacktivist. Proud Black outdoor leader and lover of the planet. Listen as the two discuss everything from changing perceptions about backpackers to getting politicians out on the trail. Crystal Gail Welcome (@footprintsforchange) • Instagram photos and videos Footprints for Change | (onlyfootprints.world) 2021 Overcoming Racism Conference (peacemakerresourc...
The Couple that Hikes Together Stays Together
December 19, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 87.1 MBMartin welcomes back Kevin and Leah, part of the 2022 Papa Bear Hikes Tramily. Listen to hear about the couple's adventure as they completed the trail and find out what they are planning for 2023. Kevin and Leah Scharkey (@kevin_and_leah) • Instagram photos and videos @KevinandLeah | Linktree (12) KevinandLeah - YouTube Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Tr...
Do You Need to be a Thru-hiker to be Considered a Backpacker?
December 12, 2022 09:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBMartin welcomes Alisha McDarris – Travel Writer, Photographer to the podcast. In addition to Alisha's recent backpacker article (link below) the two discuss Alisha's incredible blog about sustainable travel and adventure: Terradrift Be sure to follow Alisha: Alisha McDarris – Travel Writer, Photographer Sustainable Travel & Outdoors (@terradrift) • Instagram photos and videos terradrift - YouTube https://www.facebook.com/terradrift/ Backpacking Course: Backpacking 101: How to Pack a ...
Sustainable Travel and Adventure with Terradrift
December 12, 2022 09:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBMartin welcomes Alisha McDarris – Travel Writer, Photographer to the podcast. In addition to Alisha's recent backpacker article (link below) the two discuss Alisha's incredible blog about sustainable travel and adventure: Terradrift Be sure to follow Alisha: Alisha McDarris – Travel Writer, Photographer Sustainable Travel & Outdoors (@terradrift) • Instagram photos and videos terradrift - YouTube https://www.facebook.com/terradrift/ Backpacking Course: Backpacking 101: How to Pack a ...
Stunning New FKT on the PCT
December 05, 2022 09:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this episode, Martin welcomes Josh Perry to discuss his incredible new FKT on the PCT. From the Trek: Josh Perry, a 27-year-old British endurance hiker, completed the Pacific Crest Trail on August 7th in just 55 days, 16 hours, and 54 minutes, breaking the self-supported speed record on the PCT previously set by Heather “Anish” Anderson in 2013. Josh Perry Sets New PCT FKT, Beating Heather Anderson's Longstanding Record - The Trek Follow Josh on Instagram: Josh Perry (@_joshuaperry) • I...
Gearing-up with the Papa Bear Hikes AT 2023 Tramily
November 28, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 88.2 MBMartin of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast welcomes back Jessica Rhane and Andrew M. Verlezza Jr. to discuss their respective 2023 AT Thru-Hikes. These members of the "Papa Bear Hikes Tramily" discuss gear, plans, and "luxury "items on the trail. Follow Jessica on TikTok & Instagram Jessica Bagnell (@jcababy814) | TikTok Jessica Rhane (@jcababy814) • Instagram photos and videos Follow Andy on Instagram: Andrew M Verlezza Jr Andrew M Verlezza Jr (@chef_on_the_trail) • Instagram photos and vide...
Transformative Experiences Through Connections to Nature
November 21, 2022 09:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this episode, Martin speaks with David Taus, the Executive Director of Big City Mountaineers. Big City Mountaineers provides transformative experiences through connections to nature that strengthen life skills and build community for youth from disinvested communities. Please click below to lean more about this organization and how you might be able to help.: Big City Mountaineers | Non-Profit Outdoor Programs for Youth Adventure For Someone - Big City Mountaineers Like and SUBSCRIBE TO...
Transformative Experiences Through Connections to Nature
November 21, 2022 09:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBIn this episode, Martin speaks with David Taus, the Executive Director of Big City Mountaineers. Big City Mountaineers provides transformative experiences through connections to nature that strengthen life skills and build community for youth from disinvested communities. Please click below to lean more about this organization and how you might be able to help.: Big City Mountaineers | Non-Profit Outdoor Programs for Youth Adventure For Someone - Big City Mountaineers Like and SUBSCRIBE TO...
David Taus BCM
November 21, 2022 09:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this episode, Martin speaks with David Taus, the Executive Director of Big City Mountaineers. Big City Mountaineers provides transformative experiences through connections to nature that strengthen life skills and build community for youth from disinvested communities. Please click below to lean more about this organization and how you might be able to help.: Big City Mountaineers | Non-Profit Outdoor Programs for Youth Adventure For Someone - Big City Mountaineers Like and SUBSCRIBE TO...
Nature in Perfect Focus
November 14, 2022 09:00 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MBMartin, host of the PapaBearhikes podcast, welcomes back two popular guests, Nature Photographer and Writer, Isaac McShane in addition to Sally Siko, a birdwatching guide and photographer, based in central North Carolina. Sally is also the owner of Birdwatching NC, a website & photography tour company dedicated to bringing birders, photographers and bird obsessed bloggers together by providing news, field resources and information on bird focused vendors in the Tarheel State. Links: Bi...
Easy Meal Planning and Variety in the Backwoods
November 07, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this episode, Martin welcomes host of the Kevin Outdoors YouTube, Kevin Ride, to the Papa Bear Hikes podcast. In this episode, Kevin shares tips straight from his book (link below) on how to create a variety rich meal plan in the backwoods. https://a.co/d/6T1gEhV https://www.instagram.com/kevin_outdoors1/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/c/KevinOutdoors/featured Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happine...
Easy Meal Planning and Variety in the Backwoods
November 07, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBIn this episode, Martin welcomes host of the Kevin Outdoors YouTube, Kevin Ride, to the Papa Bear Hikes podcast. In this episode, Kevin shares tips straight from his book (link below) on how to create a variety rich meal plan in the backwoods. https://a.co/d/6T1gEhV https://www.instagram.com/kevin_outdoors1/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/c/KevinOutdoors/featured Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happine...
Inside The Line
October 31, 2022 08:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBMartin welcomes fellow podcaster Stash Rusin to the show. Listen to this episode for everything Catskills and be sure to check out the podcast: Inside The Line (Available on podcast platforms, iTunes Link Below). Stash is a current Catskill Mountain SAR team member and Public Information Officer, Catskill 3500 member #2829, former 2nd vice president of the Catskill 3500 club and an avid hiker of the Catskill Mountains for the past 6 years. He has participated in several volunteer events inc...
Realistic Costs of Planning a Thru-hike
October 28, 2022 08:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBPapa Bear welcomes bloggers Sam and Moriah who share current and realistic costs of planning a thru-hike. Listen to this episode for some great tips concerning what to expect and how to budget for your thru-hike. Follow Sam & Moriah and check out their YouTube channel. The NEW Cost of Thru-Hiking - YouTube Sam and Moriah (@sam.and.moriah) • Instagram photos and videos Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, an...
Fire Starting Techniques
October 26, 2022 15:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle Store Get outside, have fun and be safe! Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast https://www.papabearhikes.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746 https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/
Fire Starting Techniques
October 26, 2022 15:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle Store Avalon Publicity & Business Services Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media Services Support the show Get outside, have fun and be safe! Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast https://www.papabearhikes.com/ https://po...
Why You Should Hike to Your Expectations
October 24, 2022 08:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBIn this episode, Martin welcomes Beverly King who is planning her 2023 PCT hike. Tune in to hear Beverly's tips and tips to hike lighter and hike her own hike. Keep checking this space to follow Beverly's journey. To contact Belverly directly, feel free to email: [email protected] Home - As We Wonder As We Wonder is creating videos, podcasts, articles | Patreon Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Ha...
Live to Hike Another Day
October 21, 2022 08:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBIn this episode, Martin welcomes Rob DiPerna who is planning his 2023 PCT hike. Tune in to learn why Rob's approach is to "Live to Hike Another Day." To learn more about Rob and follow his adventures click his social media links below: https://www.facebook.com/robertdiperna https://www.instagram.com/treehugginghiker/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPVXx8RCVTRQ3MRYLGRgArg Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love...
How You Can Get a Free Stuff Sack
October 19, 2022 12:00 - 13 minutes - 9.02 MBLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle Store Avalon Publicity & Business Services Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media Services Support the Show. Get outside, have fun and be safe! Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast https://www.papabearhikes.com/ https:/...
Pre Thru Hike Sacrifices
October 17, 2022 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MBMartin, host of the Papa Bear Hikes podcast, welcomes PCT 2023 Hiker Nathan Carden to discuss his upcoming adventure. Listen to learn why attempting such a hike takes a great deal of planning. N A T H A N /// C A R D E N: Artist 🥾🏕️#PCT2023 - “insert trail name here” IATSE Local 800 Production Designer To learn more about, and follow, Nathan click the links below: N A T H A N /// C A R D E N (@nathancarden) • Instagram photos and videos Nathan Carden Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Out...
Pre Thru Hike Sacrifices
October 17, 2022 08:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBMartin, host of the Papa Bear Hikes podcast, welcomes PCT 2023 Hiker Nathan Carden to discuss his upcoming adventure. Listen to learn why attempting such a hike takes a great deal of planning. N A T H A N /// C A R D E N: Artist 🥾🏕️#PCT2023 - “insert trail name here” IATSE Local 800 Production Designer To learn more about, and follow, Nathan click the links below: N A T H A N /// C A R D E N (@nathancarden) • Instagram photos and videos Nathan Carden Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Out...
How You Can Receive Professional Injury and Recovery Services on Your Thru Hike
October 14, 2022 00:00 - 44 minutes - 30.2 MBIn this episode, Martin welcomes to the Papa Bear Hikes podcast Dr. Morgan Brosnihan, PT, DP. Dr. Brosnihan shares how she brings professional injury and recovery services to PCT and AZT hikers via Blaze Physio. Blaze Physio is a thru hiker owned mobile/telehealth rehab moving along the trail for PCT hikers. About - Blaze Physio Dr. Morgan Brosnihan, PT, DPT (@blazephysio) • Instagram photos and videos Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Redis...
What Do Bears Eat For Dinner On The Trail?
October 12, 2022 13:00 - 10 minutes - 7.47 MBLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle Store Please consider supporting my work, so I can continue bringing you excellent content: https://www.patreon.com/papabearhikes Get outside, have fun and be safe! Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast https://www.papabearhikes.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pap...
What Do Bears Eat For Dinner On The Trail?
October 12, 2022 13:00 - 11 minutes - 7.69 MBLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle Store Please consider supporting my work, so I can continue bringing you excellent content: https://www.patreon.com/papabearhikes Avalon Publicity & Business Services Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media Services Support the Show. Get...
The Book That Could Save Your Life
October 10, 2022 08:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBMartin welcomes Jason Knight of Alderleaf Wilderness College. Jason shares important information from his new book: The Essential Skills of Wilderness Survival A Guide to Shelter, Water, Fire, Food, Navigation, and Survival Kits. About Jason Knight: Jason Knight has been teaching wilderness survival skills since 1997. He has consulted as a local wilderness skills expert for the Discovery Channel and has been featured on NPR. He is a cofounder and instructor at Alderleaf Wilderness College...
The Venture Out Project
October 07, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBMartin, host of the Papa Bear Hikes podcast, welcomes Ana Seiler of The Venture Out Project. Ana shares the mission of The Venture Out Project, upcoming activities and opportunities for involvement. The Venture Out Project envisions a world where queer, trans, and LGBTQ+ youth and adults create community, develop leadership skills, and gain confidence through the shared experience of outdoor adventure and physical activity. To learn more about this incredible organization follow the link...
The Venture Out Project
October 07, 2022 08:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBMartin, host of the Papa Bear Hikes podcast, welcomes Ana Seiler of The Venture Out Project. Ana shares the mission of The Venture Out Project, upcoming activities and opportunities for involvement. The Venture Out Project envisions a world where queer, trans, and LGBTQ+ youth and adults create community, develop leadership skills, and gain confidence through the shared experience of outdoor adventure and physical activity. To learn more about this incredible organization follow the link...
Avoid the Worst Case Scenario with One Simple Step
October 05, 2022 08:00 - 10 minutes - 7.42 MBLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes entertaining, informative, and/or interesting please leave a review on Apple iTunes Papa Bear Hikes on Apple Podcasts Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle Store Please consider supporting my work, so I can continue bringing you excellent content: https://www.patreon.com/papabearhike...
Why a Thru-Hike Is A Spiritual Journey For Many Backpackers
October 03, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBPapa Bear Hikes welcomes back 2022 trail family members Stan Sutter and Tonya Lonsbury. Listen to hear the very good, bad, and the ugly of their AT Thru-hike. Stan Sutter: Stan Sutter (@stanthemanhikes) • Instagram photos and videos Stan the Man Hikes - YouTube Stan's Solo Episode (12/10/21): https://www.buzzsprout.com/1467697/9694523 Tonya Lonsbury 2022 AT Thru-Hiker "Monarch"🦋🥾 Tonya Lonsbury (@travelingwithtonya) • Instagram photos and videos travelingwithtonya - YouTube Like and SUB...
Why a Thru-Hike Is A Spiritual Journey For Many Backpackers
October 03, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBPapa Bear Hikes welcomes back 2022 trail family members Stan Sutter and Tonya Lonsbury. Listen to hear the very good, bad, and the ugly of their AT Thru-hike. Stan Sutter: Stan Sutter (@stanthemanhikes) • Instagram photos and videos Stan the Man Hikes - YouTube Stan's Solo Episode (12/10/21): https://www.buzzsprout.com/1467697/9694523 Tonya Lonsbury 2022 AT Thru-Hiker "Monarch"🦋🥾 Tonya Lonsbury (@travelingwithtonya) • Instagram photos and videos travelingwithtonya - YouTube Like and SUB...
Flight to Trail
September 30, 2022 08:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBSamir "Habibi" Meziab is back to share his desire to hike new terrain in the northeast. Samir discuses plans to hike Vermont's Long Trail with Martin as the two chat about the benefit of exploring new areas and their shared appreciation of history. (1) Thru Hiking the Arizona Trail - Part 1 - YouTube Samir Meziab (@samirmeziab) • Instagram photos and videos Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes entertaining, informative, and/or inter...
NEMO - Ultralight Foam Sleeping Pad Fan Review
September 28, 2022 08:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBIn this episode, Papa Bear discusses the need for a hiking repair kit. Podcast friend Shomin, reviews the NEMO - SWITCHBACK ULTRALIGHT FOAM SLEEPING PAD. Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes entertaining, informative, and/or interesting please leave a review on Apple iTunes Papa Bear Hikes on Apple Podcasts Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook...
Why I Am Not A Thru-Hiker
September 26, 2022 08:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBPapa Bear Hikes welcomes back Jay Morrison to talk about hiking Vermont's Long Trail in 2022. Martin and Jay have a great discussion about the pros and cons of the thru-hike. October fundraising event to support the HIKE for Mental Health organization and help stamp out the stigma of mental illness and conserve wilderness trails: Hike for Mental Health | ADK Woods Walker Jay Morrison (@adkwoodswalker) • Instagram photos and videos Check out Jay's YouTube here: Putting Yourself First |...
Why You Should Step Outside of Your Comfort Zone When Choosing a Hike
September 23, 2022 08:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBMartin welcomes back friend to the Papa Bear Hikes podcast, Samir "Habibi" Meziab, to share his experience thru-hiking the Colorado Trail. Samir not only shares his experience, but provides helpful advice for those considering moving past their comfort zone when choosing a hike. (1) Thru Hiking the Arizona Trail - Part 1 - YouTube Samir Meziab (@samirmeziab) • Instagram photos and videos Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes enter...
Outdoor Education
September 21, 2022 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.31 MBFind out More About Martin's Book Mention and See What all the Hype is About: Battlefield Earth: A Saga of the Year 3000 Paperback – Special Edition, June 14, 2016 https://www.amazon.com/Battlefield-Earth-Arrival-Invasion-Post-Apocalyptic/dp/1592129579/ Episode Shout Out to: (12) Bike Hike Botany - YouTube Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes entertaining, informative, and/or interesting please leave a review on Apple iTunes Papa Bea...
Outdoor Education
September 21, 2022 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.53 MBFind out More About Martin's Book Mention and See What all the Hype is About: Battlefield Earth: A Saga of the Year 3000 Paperback – Special Edition, June 14, 2016 https://www.amazon.com/Battlefield-Earth-Arrival-Invasion-Post-Apocalyptic/dp/1592129579/ Episode Shout Out to: (12) Bike Hike Botany - YouTube Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes entertaining, informative, and/or interesting please leave a review on Apple iTunes Papa Bea...
Thru-hiking, One Day at a Time
September 19, 2022 08:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBIn this episode, Papa Bear welcomes back Jake to discuss the completion of his AT Thru-hike This episode is filled with practical advice suited to all hikers. Listen as the two discuss how listening to your body is essential, and the need to approach such hikes with a "one day at a time" mindset. Sidetrack's Bio My name is Jake Arens, but you can call me Sidetrack. I’ll be making my second Appalachian Trail Thru Hike attempt in 2022. I’m a golf course greenskeeper, freelance writer, avid ...
What You Need To Know About Bikepacking
September 16, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBPapa Bear welcomes back Jamie Myers and Chrissy Guarino to share the many aspects of bikepacking. Listen for bikepacking tips and to hear about their exciting adventures! Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes entertaining, informative, and/or interesting please leave a review on Apple iTunes Papa Bear Hikes on Apple Podcasts Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont...
What You Need To Know About Bikepacking
September 16, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBPapa Bear welcomes back Jamie Myers and Chrissy Guarino to share the many aspects of bikepacking. Listen for bikepacking tips and to hear about their exciting adventures! Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes entertaining, informative, and/or interesting please leave a review on Apple iTunes Papa Bear Hikes on Apple Podcasts Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont...
Backcountry Rescue
September 14, 2022 08:00 - 11 minutes - 8.01 MBLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes entertaining, informative, and/or interesting please leave a review on Apple iTunes Papa Bear Hikes on Apple Podcasts Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle Store Please consider supporting my work, so I can continue bringing you excellent content: https://www.patreon.com/papabearhike...
Outdoor Self-defense
September 12, 2022 08:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBMartin, host of the Papa Bear Hikes podcast, welcomes Self-Defense Expert, Advocate, and Adventurer Nicole Snell. Nicole is the owner and CEO of Girls Fight Back. To learn more about Girls Fight Back and Nicole Snell, please check out: Websites: www.nicolesnell.com www.girlsfightback.com IG: @adventuresofnik @girlsfightback FB: https://www.facebook.com/girlsfightback Twitter: https://twitter.com/girlsfightback Outdoor Defense on YT: https://www.youtube.com/c/NicoleSnellOutdoorDef...