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Summit Stories: A Family's Catskill Quest with Jason and his Trailblazing Trio

Papa Bear Hikes - March 01, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
🐻 Welcome to the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast with your host, Martin! 🎙️ Join Martin on the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast as he warmly welcomes Jason, a proud father of three adventurous girls - Gaia, Enya, and Luna - to share their remarkable journey of conquering the Catskill 35 Challenge! In this exclu...

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76. Dr Peter Clarkson. Cardiologist & climber. How hard should older athletes train?

Always Another Adventure - March 01, 2024 00:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
Dr Peter Clarkson, is an NHS Cardiologist based in the Scottish highlands, and a very keen and talented rock climber.   He has also competed in triathlons. I’ve been trying to answer a question; 'how hard is too hard' when it comes to exercise for an older athlete?   How close to maximum heart ...

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Back to Basics: Essential Gear for Happy Hiking

Papa Bear Hikes - February 28, 2024 05:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
In this episode of Papa Bear Hikes, originally aired on March 16, 2022, we're going back to basics as we explore the essential gear every hiker should have.  Remember that while fancy gadgets may be enticing, sometimes simplicity is key. Going back to basics with the right gear can make all the ...

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Ep. 1010: Paddleboarding 1,000 Miles on the Yukon River - Craig Sawyer

Adventure Sports Podcast - February 28, 2024 04:50 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 478 ratings
When Craig and his buddy, Skip,  applied for the longest paddle race in the world in 2019, he had no idea how much that decision would change his life. Once selected, the realization that he had never done anything like this, had no real skills or talent in paddling, and knew nothing about adven...

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Traversing Technological Turmoil: A Journey with Returning Guest Maggie Slepian

Papa Bear Hikes - February 26, 2024 05:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
Welcome back to Papa Bear Hikes! We're thrilled to have returning guest Maggie Slepian join us once again for another captivating discussion. Maggie Slepian, an esteemed outdoor writer and seasoned thru-hiker, shares insights into challenges faced by thru-hikers, including tech glitches experien...

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Peak Pursuits: Marianne Bohr's Skiing Tips & Outdoor Insights

Papa Bear Hikes - February 23, 2024 05:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
Join Martin on another exciting episode of Papa Bear Hikes, where we delve into the wonders of the great outdoors! Today, we are honored to welcome the accomplished Marianne C. Bohr to the show. Marianne is not only a published author but also an award-winning essayist whose insights into travel...

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Ep. 1009: Alaska Adventures and Packrafting - Revisited - Roman Dial

Adventure Sports Podcast - February 22, 2024 05:05 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 478 ratings
Originally aired November 30, 2015. Roman Dial has been exploring Alaska, America's greatest last frontier, for more that 20 years. Listen in as Roman relates exciting stories about his exploits: packrafting, ice skating over 100 miles, backpacking more than 600 miles self-supported without res...

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Mastering Fire Starting Techniques

Papa Bear Hikes - February 21, 2024 05:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
In this episode of Papa Bear Hikes, Martin, the host, is joined by John to delve into the art of fire starting. Setting off on a hike through the forest, they showcase an array of fire-starting techniques to the audience. Originally aired on October 26, 2022, this episode remains a timeless reso...

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Ep. 1008: Florida Trail FKT - Hunter Leininger

Adventure Sports Podcast - February 20, 2024 04:35 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 478 ratings
After years of watching his dad participate in endurance adventure races, Hunter begged him to let him join in on a race. His dad looked around at all his fellow competitors and noticed there wasn't a single kid out there let alone someone even in their 20s. Dad was eventually convinced to let H...

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Exploring the High Seas: Navigating Digital Waters with Ilana Weigensberg Schattauer

Papa Bear Hikes - February 19, 2024 05:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
On this exciting episode of Papa Bear Hikes, your host Martin Armitage sets sail into the digital realm with the effervescent Ilana Weigensberg Schattauer, renowned digital creator and cruise travel content connoisseur. With over 250K subscribers on YouTube, Ilana shares her expertise in craftin...

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Spartan Death Race

Papa Bear Hikes - February 18, 2024 20:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
 Martin welcomes back his friend Mostafa to dive into an exhilarating discussion about Mostafa's upcoming participation in the Spartan Death Race,. This episode originally aired on May 15, 2023. Contact Mostafa on LinkedIn: (99+) Mostafa M. | LinkedIn Spartan Death Race - Peak Races Avalon P...

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Diversity Education In Nature

Papa Bear Hikes - February 18, 2024 20:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
Martin is delighted to welcome back Dan Kriesberg, writer, teacher, and outdoor education practitioner, to the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast. Joining him is Camille Simone Edwards, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Friends Academy. In this episode, which originally aired on May 1, 2023,...

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Bear Bags: Navigating Wilderness Safety with Papa Bear

Papa Bear Hikes - February 17, 2024 20:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
Description: In this riveting episode of Papa Bear Hikes, your intrepid host Martin delves into the critical topic of wilderness safety, focusing on the essential question: Do You Need A Bear Bag?  Join Martin as he guides listeners through the ins and outs of bear safety protocols, shedding li...

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Nature's Classroom: Empowering Youth with Big City Mountaineers

Papa Bear Hikes - February 16, 2024 05:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
In this captivating episode of Papa Bear Hikes, join host Martin Armitage as he engages in an enlightening conversation with David Taus, the Executive Director of Big City Mountaineers. Discover how Big City Mountaineers is dedicated to offering life-changing experiences by fostering connections...

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Ep. 1007: My Adventure Formula - Mason Gravley

Adventure Sports Podcast - February 15, 2024 05:13 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 478 ratings
Hey y’all! Doing something a little different today. I want to share the formula that my friends and I have come up with in recent years to ensure we get out and adventure on a regular basis. As the host of this show, I probably don’t get out there as much as you’d think, only because of the tim...

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Trailblazing Activism: Crystal Gail Welcome's Journey to Change the World

Papa Bear Hikes - February 14, 2024 05:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
🌲 Join host Martin Armitage on the Papa Bear Hikes podcast as he delves into an inspiring conversation with Crystal Gail Welcome – author, public speaker, experiential educator, and unwavering advocate for social and environmental justice. 🌍 Proudly leading the charge as a Black outdoor leader a...

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Nature's Resilience: A Journey with Sara Trankler on Papa Bear Hikes Podcast

Papa Bear Hikes - February 12, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
We're re-releasing a special episode on Papa Bear Hikes Podcast from April 2022 where Martin, your host, warmly welcomed Sara Trankler to the show. Together, they delve into Sara's remarkable outdoor adventures, discussing her resilience following an automobile accident and how she persists in h...

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Ep. 1006: Paddling the Intracoastal Waterway - Heather Bolint

Adventure Sports Podcast - February 12, 2024 05:05 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 478 ratings
For the last several years Heather Bolint has led a nomadic lifestyle, initially inspired by her decision to quit her job and thru-hike the Appalachian Trail as a solo female. You might have heard about her hiker fame of rescuing an abandoned rooster on the AT and hiking with him for 42 miles, e...

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Feathers and Foliage: Exploring Birdwatching and Nature Photography in North Carolina

Papa Bear Hikes - February 10, 2024 20:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
On this episode of the Papa Bear Hikes podcast, your host Martin is excited to welcome back two fan-favorite guests: Isaac McShane, a talented nature photographer and writer, and Sally Siko, a passionate birdwatching guide and photographer from central North Carolina. Sally wears multiple hats ...

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Walking the Globe: Adventures in Safety, Exploration, and Canine Companionship with Lucy Barnard

Papa Bear Hikes - February 09, 2024 16:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
In the latest installment of the Papa Bear Hikes podcast, Martin is thrilled to dive deeper into conversation with Lucy Barnard, a renowned expedition leader, writer, and speaker. Lucy's remarkable journey entails attempting to achieve a historic feat: becoming the first woman to traverse the gl...

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Ep. 1005: Within Weakness - Revisited - Wesley Trimble

Adventure Sports Podcast - February 09, 2024 05:03 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 478 ratings
Originally aired March 1, 2021. Wesley was born with a mild form of cerebral palsy which affects his fine motor skills on the right side of his body. The only problem? He finds peace and joy climbing mountains and hiking trails in places that folks with cerebral palsy “aren’t supposed to go”.  ...

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Trail Tales: Exploring the John Muir Trail with Papa Bear Hikes and Special Guest and Trail Expert Samir Meziab

Papa Bear Hikes - February 09, 2024 05:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
Join Papa Bear Hikes podcast host Martin and his return friend and special guest, Samir Meziab, on an exhilarating journey through the legendary John Muir Trail. In this episode of "Trail Tales," Samir shares his firsthand experiences and insights from traversing over 200 miles of stunning wilde...

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New Horizons for England Talent ID

ICFslalom podcast - February 08, 2024 22:39 - 18 minutes
Welcome to the 2024 Olympic year.  In today's episode host John Gregory (gregiej) talks with English Talent ID coach Dan Goddard.  Follow Dan's kayak slalom and kayak cross videos on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/c2_gbr/  Find the British Canoeing / Canoe England Slalom Technica...

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Bonus: Curt & Mason Reflect on 1,000 Episodes

Adventure Sports Podcast - February 07, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 478 ratings
You’ll probably recognize Curt’s voice as the host of the first 400+ episodes of Adventure Sports Podcast as well as our revisited episodes on Thursdays.  Today Curt joins Mason for a bonus episode to reflect on the 1,000 episode milestone! Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com *...

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Free Outside Chronicles: Unveiling Jeff Garmire's Adventure Tapestry

Papa Bear Hikes - February 07, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
Join us on an unforgettable expedition through the inspiring world of Jeff Garmire in this Papa Bear Hikes podcast episode. Jeff, a multifaceted individual with a profound passion for the outdoors, wears many hats – from being an author and mental health activist to a pro endurance athlete and f...

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Ep. 1004: The Ohio Project - Alison Alsup

Adventure Sports Podcast - February 05, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 478 ratings
Alison was born and raised in Ohio and recently graduated from the Cleveland Institute of Art. She wanted to do something epic to celebrate the milestone and take a deep look into the place she loved; her home state of Ohio. The Ohio Project was born. Alsup proceeded to traversed 3,416 miles by...

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The Kula Cloth Chronicles: Journeying through Outdoor Tales, Sustainability Wisdom, and Community Connection with Martin Armitage and Kula Cloth Founder, Anastasia Allison

Papa Bear Hikes - February 05, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
Join Martin Armitage on the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast as he explores nature and sustainable living with Anastasia Allison, founder of Kula Cloth. Anastasia, a former park ranger and backpacking instructor, channeled her frustration with discarded toilet paper into creating Kula Cloth—an antimicrob...

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Ep. 1003: Thru-Hiking the Arizona Trail - Revisited - Jacob “Valhalla” Myers

Adventure Sports Podcast - February 01, 2024 05:10 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 478 ratings
Originally aired Sept. 6, 2021.  Read about Jacob’s recent attempt to ski to the South Pole: https://outdoors.com/almost-history-inside-a-failed-polar-expedition/ Jacob Myers thru-hiked the Arizona Trail early this year and is joining us today to tell us all about it! Not only was the desert v...

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75. Ed Ley-Wilson. Kayaking the Sea Roads

Always Another Adventure - February 01, 2024 00:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
There’s more adventure in this podcast than most.  Ed Ley-Wilson talks us through Running the great Wall of China; kayaking Patagonia; and the kayak journey along Scotland’s west coast that promoted his most recent book.  Along the way we’ll take a dive into the ethics of fish farming.   Ed’s f...

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Mastering the Wilderness: A Conversation with Survival Expert Jason Knight

Papa Bear Hikes - January 31, 2024 05:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 806 ratings
In this special re-release of our October 2022 episode, Martin is thrilled to welcome Jason Knight, the renowned wilderness survival expert from Alderleaf Wilderness College. In this insightful discussion, Jason delves into the crucial skills and knowledge presented in his latest book, 'The Esse...