

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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Apr 8, 2022 • 36min
Mt. Mitchell Hike to Raise Awareness for Parkinson's Disease
Papa bear welcomes back Matt Vilardebo to hear about his current projects and upcoming Mt Mitchell hike to increase awareness for Parkinson's Disease and raise funds for the Parkinson's Foundation (4) Mt Mitchell Hike for the Parkinson's Foundation | FacebookMatt Vilardebo (@a_gingers_parkinsons_journey) • Instagram photos and videos*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 PodcastsLike 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 Store 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/

Apr 6, 2022 • 16min
Odds of Being Attacked by a Bear While Hiking
Sources: Are Black Bears Dangerous? Map of Black Bear Attacks Since 2011Are Black Bears Dangerous? Map of Black Bear Attacks Since 2011 – Greenbelly MealsEverything You Need to Know about Bear SafetyEverything You Need to Know about Bear Safety - Green Mountain ClubLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - 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/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/

Apr 4, 2022 • 1h 1min
Gettysburg
In this powerful podcast episode, Papa Bear welcomes author Andrew Mann to share his experience in Gettysburg.Andrew Mann is the author of Such Unfortunates (available on Kindle, Audiobook and paperback). Such Unfortunates: Each year, more Americans die of drug abuse than the total of those who perished during the Vietnam War.This is the true story of an addict who was able to overcome his addiction against all odds.Andrew's life began in an upper-class town of Moorestown, New Jersey. His family had a million-dollar beach house, he attended college and even had the rare opportunity of driving a Ferrari around South Florida.His life seemed normal on the outside, but the internal turmoil he was experiencing was a horrific ordeal.Behind what seemed like an idyllic life was a nightmare of abuse, mental illness, and torment that no child should ever face. This led Andrew to suffer from pain, anxiety, panic attacks, and depression.Searching for relief, he found solace in drugs and became quickly addicted to anything that would change the way he felt. His addiction to drugs took him to such extremes as working for the DEA while being high on drugs, multiple rehabs, jails, becoming homeless, and even to the point of being considered dead.When all hope was lost, people he considers "angels" entered his life.One person, in particular, refused to give up on him even when everyone told her this was the best option. Through her determination, he was able to find the strength to look inside and find the real reasons for his addiction.Once he understood these reasons, he was finally able to figure out how to stay clean and successfully turned his life around.This book will give hope to anyone who is suffering from addiction or knows someone who is facing the adversity of addiction. It will show them why they should never give up and how working together, we can beat this opiate epidemic.Such Unfortunates - Kindle edition by Mann, Andrew. Health, Fitness & Dieting Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.(1) Such Unfortunates | FacebookWelcome to Humanity Preservation Foundation | Sicklerville New JerseyAmazon.com: Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermont’s Long Trail eBook : Armitage, Martin: Kindle Store*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 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/

Mar 30, 2022 • 8min
Martin Outside
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 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/

Mar 28, 2022 • 34min
The Habits of Squirrels
Papa Bear welcomes author Brian Livingston to discuss his new book: THE HABITS OF SQUIRRELS. Brian LivingstonAuthor of THE HABITS OF SQUIRRELS. Attorney in South Carolina with my wife and black lab, Maddux.Brian Livingston (@brianlivingstonbooks) • Instagram photos and videosAuthor Brian Livingston | The Habits Of Squirrels Out June 12, 2022 (brianlivingstonbooks.com)Author Brian Livingston | Facebook(1) Author Brian Livingston (@LivingstonBooks) / Twitter*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 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/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/

Mar 25, 2022 • 49min
Mountain Bikes
In this episode. Papa Bear guest cohosts with "Peak A Brew" Mucilli.Peak A Brew and Papa Bear welcome Tim Brogdom to share his knowledge of mountain and road biking.Tim grew up in Huntington Beach went to Ocean view high School Golden West college Orange Coast college the United States Army, sergeant 19 Delta recon. 3yrs 1.5 Kentucky 1.5 in Germany. He has a BA in kinesiology minor in English Cal State Fullerton teaching credential. 24 years at Los Amigos high School teaching physical education department chair and Coached 22 years water polo and swimming.In his spare time, Tim surfs and practices Wim Hof daily breathing and Yin yoga regularly. Tim has been married to wife Robin since 1993. They have three dogs, Dewey, Marley and Kami.Tim Brogdon (@surfcycleing) • Instagram photos and videoshttps://www.facebook.com/timothyfranklinbrogdon*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 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/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/

Mar 23, 2022 • 8min
Our Friends on the Trail
*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 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/

Mar 21, 2022 • 56min
Ultralight Backpacking The Pacific Crest Trail
Papa Bear welcomes Jupiter of @jupiterhikes to discuss ultra-light backpacking and his upcoming 2022 Pacific Crest Trail Hike. J u p i t e rLong Distance Hiker l Video Maker l PainterPacific Crest Trail 202211,000+ miles of thru hikingJ u p i t e r (@jupiterhikes) • Instagram photos and videosPCT Concerns, First Time Thru Hiker Advice, Zero Drop Shoe Injuries - 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 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/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/

Mar 18, 2022 • 28min
Husband & Wife Team-Up to Hike the Appalachian Trail
Papa Bear welcomes Kevin and Leah to the 2022 virtual AT Family. Please join us in following this couple's adventures along the trail. Kevin and Leah Scharkey (@kevin_and_leah) • Instagram photos and videos@KevinandLeah | Linktree(12) KevinandLeah - 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 PodcastsPapa Bear HikesLike and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTubePlease consider supporting my work, so I can continue bringing you excellent content:https://www.patreon.com/papabearhikesAmazon.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 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/

Mar 14, 2022 • 53min
Hiker 411
Papa Bear chats with Ramdino about his valuable resource which provides hikers on the AT with the up-to-date news as well as hiker status updates. Ramdino mission is to help build the hiker community and support the Appalachian Trail thru Hikers. When he's not in the matrix you'll find him on the ATRamdino (@ramdino) • Instagram photos and videosAppalachian Trail Information, Trail News, Thru Hiker Updates, and Hiker Information, 3.6.22 - 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 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/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/