

Papa Bear Hikes
Papa Bear Hikes
Papa 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: wendy@avalonbusiness.org *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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Oct 19, 2022 • 13min
How You Can Get a Free Stuff Sack
Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTubeAmazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle StoreAvalon Publicity & Business Services Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media ServicesSupport the showGet outside, have fun and be safe!Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcasthttps://www.papabearhikes.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/

Oct 17, 2022 • 39min
Pre Thru Hike Sacrifices
Martin, 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 DesignerTo 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 videosNathan CardenLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTubeAmazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle StorePlease 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 ServicesSupport the showGet outside, have fun and be safe!Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcasthttps://www.papabearhikes.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/

Oct 12, 2022 • 11min
What Do Bears Eat For Dinner On The Trail?
Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTubeAmazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle StorePlease consider supporting my work, so I can continue bringing you excellent content:https://www.patreon.com/papabearhikesAvalon Publicity & Business Services Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media ServicesSupport the showGet outside, have fun and be safe!Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcasthttps://www.papabearhikes.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/

Oct 7, 2022 • 42min
The Venture Out Project
Martin, 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 links below: Venture Out ProjectThe Venture Out Project (@theventureoutproject) • Instagram photos and videosLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTubeAmazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle StorePlease 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 ServicesSupport the showGet outside, have fun and be safe!Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcasthttps://www.papabearhikes.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/

Oct 5, 2022 • 11min
Avoid the Worst Case Scenario with One Simple Step
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 iTunesPapa Bear Hikes on Apple PodcastsAmazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle StorePlease consider supporting my work, so I can continue bringing you excellent content:https://www.patreon.com/papabearhikesAvalon Publicity & Business Services Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media ServicesSupport the showGet outside, have fun and be safe!Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcasthttps://www.papabearhikes.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/

Oct 3, 2022 • 36min
Why a Thru-Hike Is A Spiritual Journey For Many Backpackers
Papa 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 videosStan the Man Hikes - YouTubeStan's Solo Episode (12/10/21):https://www.buzzsprout.com/1467697/9694523Tonya Lonsbury 2022 AT Thru-Hiker "Monarch"🦋🥾Tonya Lonsbury (@travelingwithtonya) • Instagram photos and videostravelingwithtonya - YouTubeLike 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 iTunesPapa Bear Hikes on Apple PodcastsAmazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle StorePlease 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 ServicesSupport the showGet outside, have fun and be safe!Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcasthttps://www.papabearhikes.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/

Sep 30, 2022 • 23min
Flight to Trail
Samir "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 - YouTubeSamir Meziab (@samirmeziab) • Instagram photos and videosLike 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 iTunesPapa Bear Hikes on Apple PodcastsAmazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle StorePlease consider supporting my work, so I can continue bringing you excellent content:https://www.patreon.com/papabearhikesAvalon Publicity & Business Services Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media ServicesSupport the showGet outside, have fun and be safe!Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcasthttps://www.papabearhikes.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/

Sep 28, 2022 • 18min
NEMO - Ultralight Foam Sleeping Pad Fan Review
In 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 iTunesPapa Bear Hikes on Apple PodcastsAmazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle StorePlease consider supporting my work, so I can continue bringing you excellent content:https://www.patreon.com/papabearhikesAvalon Publicity & Business Services Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media ServicesSupport the showGet outside, have fun and be safe!Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcasthttps://www.papabearhikes.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/

Sep 26, 2022 • 50min
Why I Am Not A Thru-Hiker
Papa 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 WalkerJay Morrison (@adkwoodswalker) • Instagram photos and videosCheck out Jay's YouTube here: Putting Yourself First | Mental Health Minute Episode #14 - YouTubeFind 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, 2016https://www.amazon.com/Battlefield-Earth-Arrival-Invasion-Post-Apocalyptic/dp/1592129579/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 iTunesPapa Bear Hikes on Apple PodcastsAmazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle StorePlease 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 ServicesSupport the showGet outside, have fun and be safe!Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcasthttps://www.papabearhikes.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/

Sep 23, 2022 • 42min
Why You Should Step Outside of Your Comfort Zone When Choosing a Hike
Martin 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 - YouTubeSamir Meziab (@samirmeziab) • Instagram photos and videosLike 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 iTunesPapa Bear Hikes on Apple PodcastsAmazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle StorePlease 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 ServicesSupport the showGet outside, have fun and be safe!Martin Armitage, Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcasthttps://www.papabearhikes.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/