Papa Bear Hikes

Papa Bear Hikes

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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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www.papabearhikes.com

Latest episode

Apr 25, 2026

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Episodes

Transitioning from Warm to Cold Weather 17.11.2021

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 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 a...

The American Perimeter Trail: Where Humanity and Conservation Become One 15.11.2021

The American Perimeter Trail: Where Humanity and Conservation Become One  is Part 2 of a 3-part series and features Rue McKenrick. Rue McKenrick is a professional backpacker, triple crowner, and originator of the American Perimeter Trail Conference. The vision of the American Perimeter Trail Conference is to create a protected corridor of land and natural resources available for recreational use r...

Cougar Safety 12.11.2021

Bear Safety & More Inc’s founder, Kim Titchener has worked on educating the public, government, and industry on bear and wildlife safety for over 17 years.  From tracking grizzly bears in Banff National Park to observing bear behavior on the Alaskan coastline from a kayak, Kim has a lot to share on how to enjoy nature safely and with respect for the natural world.     You can sign up for her n...

At the Heart of the American Perimeter Trail 10.11.2021

This episode is Part 1 of a series and features Rue McKendrick. Rue McKenrick is a professional backpacker, triple crowner, and originator of the American Perimeter Trail Conference. The vision of the American Perimeter Trail Conference is to create a protected corridor of land and natural resources available for recreational use roughly tracing the contiguous United States . The American Perimete...

The Gang's Trip to Overlook Mountain 08.11.2021

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 : Armitage, Martin: Kindle Store Avalon Publicity & Bus...

What every outdoor adventurer needs to know about backcountry nutrition 05.11.2021

Papa Bear speaks with Aaron Owens Mayhew of Backcountry Foodie. Founded in 2017 by Mayhew, Backcountry Foodie is the leading source for ultralight backpacking recipes and meal planning resources. As a registered dietitian and ultralight long-distance backpacker, Aaron created Backcountry Foodie while preparing homemade, lightweight meals for her thru-hike attempt of the Pacific Crest Trail in 2017...

Personal Responsibility on the Trail 03.11.2021

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 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 a...

Ghost Hunting 29.10.2021

Our special guest Kelly Milner Halls returns to discuss Ghost Hunting.  Kelly has written 1,500 articles in magazines and newspapers and about 60 nonfiction books.  Kelly covers a range of topics including the Loch Ness Monster, Aliens, Bigfoot and ghosts. Kelly Milner Halls and the Wonders of Weird - Home Amazon.com: Kelly Milner Halls: Books, Biography, Blog, Audiobooks, Kindle Like and SUBSCRIB...

What You Need to Know about the Jersey Devil 27.10.2021

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  Avalon Publicity & Business Services   Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creat...

Mycology 25.10.2021

Papa Bear speaks with Basheer Bergus on the topic of mycology. Basheer has successfully completed an in-depth mushroom identification and safety program conducted for the authorized State Health Department or Department of Agriculture approved certifying agency Mushroom Mountain, LLC, a mushroom cultivation and research facility located in Easley, South Carolina. Netflix documentary 'Fantasti...

Planning a Haunted Hike 22.10.2021

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 : Armitage, Martin: Kindle Store Please Check Out: Papa Bea...

Catharine Valley Trail 20.10.2021

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 : Armitage, Martin: Kindle Store Please consider supporting...

Creating Positive Legacies in Outdoor Spaces 18.10.2021

In her fifth year as the Fine and Performing Arts Coordinator for Atlanta Public Schools (APS), Sara Womack is creating an arts-rich district with arts-rich schools by providing opportunities for student engagement, building the capacity of teachers, and partnering with community organizations to ensure that all students have access to a high-quality, sequential arts education. Before journeying i...

Hike for Mental Health 14.10.2021

Jay Morrison  at Jay Morrison (@adkwoodswalker) • Instagram photos and videos shares information regarding an October fundraising event to support the HIKE for Mental Health organization and help stamp out the stigma of mental illness and conserve wilderness trails. ADK Woods Walker Gang | HIKE for Mental Health Check out Jay's latest YouTube here:    Putting Yourself First | Mental Health Mi...

Outdoor Adventures from Asheville to Bar Harbor 13.10.2021

As we approach our one-year anniversary, Papa Bear Hikes is excited to welcome back one of our first and most popular guests. Ryan Robison ( An Incredible College Internship in the Outdoors with Ryan Robison ). In this episode, Ryan takes us along on his and Nicole’s summer adventures in North Carolina and Maine. Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Be...

Loch Ness Monster 11.10.2021

Our special guest Kelly Milner Halls has written 1,500 articles in magazines and newspapers and about 60 nonfiction books.  Kelly covers a range of topics including the Loch Ness Monster, Aliens, Bigfoot and ghosts. Kelly Milner Halls and the Wonders of Weird - Home Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin Outside - YouTube *If you found this episode of Papa Bear Hikes entertaining, informative, and/or inter...

Rock Climbing 08.10.2021

Our guest is Miranda Oakley a Certified Rock Guide with the American Mountain guides Association. Climber. Athlete. Writer. Photographer. Miranda Oakley (@miranda__oakley) • Instagram photos and videos Classes — Miranda Oakley 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 iT...

Foot Care on the Trail 06.10.2021

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 : Armitage, Martin: Kindle Store Please Check Out: Papa Bea...

Hiking a Haunted Trail 04.10.2021

Papa Bear speaks with Tattoo Artist Hannah Lunt and Brandon about hiking a haunted trail.  Hannah Lunt (@intrinsic.weaver) • 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 Papa Bear Hikes on Apple Podcasts Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Redisc...

A Ginger's Parkinson's Journey 01.10.2021

The past few months have been a whirlwind for Charlotte-area hiker Matt Vilardebo. After hiking part of the Appalachian Trail in April, he gained a wealth of perspective that helped him navigate his new normal with early-onset Parkinson’s disease. He has also gained community, something he craved after he was diagnosed. Parkinson’s cut short his first try at the Appalachian Trail — but he refuses...

Lone Star Trail 29.09.2021

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 : Armitage, Martin: Kindle Store Please consider supporting...

Lisa’s First Catskill 35 27.09.2021

Papa Bear and family friend, Lisa Koral, chat about hiking her first Catskill 35 peak, and the possibility of pursuing the remaining 32. 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 Mean...

Spotted Lantern Fly 24.09.2021

Our guest Alejandro Calixto, director of the New York State Integrated Pest Management program at Cornell University, discusses the threat of the Spotted Lantern Fly. “Once these insects reach some of the [state’s] grape production areas, there’s going to be an impact,” said Alejandro Calixto, director of the New York State Integrated Pest Management program at the College of Agriculture and Life...

Best Gear Purchases 22.09.2021

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/  

Ice Climbing 20.09.2021

A.J. Finkelstein MSPT, CSTS AJ graduated Magna Cum Laude from Utica College of Syracuse University where he obtained his masters degree in Physical Therapy. His work experience has allowed him to expand traditional orthopedic physical therapy and integrate patients into sport-specific exercises, functional training, and supervised fitness programs.  AJ is also an endurance mountain athlete.  He ha...

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