Papa Bear Hikes

In this episode, Martin welcomes Laurie Rankin, director of the New York State Chapter of the Forest Fire Lookout Association. To learn more or get involved, please visit: Fire Towers of New York State (nysffla.org) (13) FFLA New York State Chapter | Facebook Avalon Publicity & Business Services   Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media S...

Martin welcomes published author and award-winning essayist  Marianne C. Bohr to the Papa Bear Hikes podcast. Listen to hear Marianne share her insight regarding travel, making friends along the way, aging, and a glimpse into her book: The Twenty: One Woman's Trek Across Corsica on the GR20 Trail. This is an episode for everyone! Book Summary: Marianne Bohr and her husband, both about to turn...

In this episode, Martin catches up with Andrew M. Verlezza Jr. as he heads back out after a brief break  to complete  his AT Thru-Hike. Follow Andrew on IG: Andrew Michael Verlezza Jr. (@silver_sloth_hikes) • Instagram photos and videos Read more about Lily and her incredible encounter here:  Lily's Bio Hi! My name is Lily and I'm stoked to be attempting my first backpacking NOBO thru-hi...

Martin welcomes guest Jamie from Tripping and Trekking.  Listen to hear how Jamie and his family enjoy all things outdoors. Be sure to follow this family's outdoor adventures and videos here: (1) Tripping and Trekking | Facebook Avalon Publicity & Business Services   Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media Services Support the show G...

Beverly King  who is working on her 2023 PCT hike checks in from the trail. Tune in to get a realistic picture of the PCT this season from Beverly. Keep checking this space to follow Beverly's journey. To contact Belverly directly, feel free to email: kingmaxler@yahoo.com Home - As We Wonder As We Wonder is creating videos, podcasts, articles | Patreon Avalon Publicity & Business Services...

Martin welcomes back digital nomad Todd Nevins and hotelier Tom Williams to the podcast.  Todd and Tom have completed the ultimate Mexico road trip: 32 States, 34 Days, 6,000+ miles.  Listen now to hear how you can experience everything Mexico has to offer in approximately one month.  Follow & Experience Tom & Todd's Incredible Adventure: Mexplore32 (@mexplore32) • Instagram photos an...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE Martin, host of the Papa Bear Hikes podcast, welcomes  back PCT 2023 Hiker Nathan "Ducky" Carden from the trail. Find out how Nathan's adventure is progressing. N A T H A N /// C A R D E N: Artist PCT class of ‘23 - “Ducky” 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)...

Martin is pleased to welcome back Dre and Wiley ( @suitstosandals )  to the podcast along with Melvin their rescue pup from the Middletown, NY Humane Society. Take a listen to hear about their incredible winter getaway in Baja, Mexico.    Follow all of their adventures here: Dre, Wiley, Maisha🐾 | Vanlife🚐 (@suits2sandals) | Instagram And Here: Melvin The Mutt 🐾❤️🚐 (@melvin.adventures) | Instag...

Martin welcomes Founder & CEO at AdventurUs Women Savaria Tilden to share more about her amazing organization which offers life-changing women's adventure travel and retreats created for women by AdventurUs Women. Retreats, Adventure Travel, & Workshops | AdventurUs Women (@adventuruswomen) • Instagram photos and videos Women's Adventure Travel and Retreats Created By AdventurUs ...

Kevin and Leah, part of the 2023 Papa Bear Hikes PCT Tramily, check in with Martin to give an update on their thru-hike.  Kevin and Leah Scharkey (@kevin_and_leah) • Instagram photos and videos KevinandLeah - YouTube Blaze Physio is a thru hiker owned mobile/telehealth rehab moving along the trail for PCT hikers. Dr. Morgan Brosnihan PT, DPT (@blazephysio) • Instagram photos and videos Avalon Publ...

Martin welcome back Charles Fritsch to share some incredible and surprising footage of wild animals on his trail cam. Charles Fritsch is a retired guy running 51 trail cams a Canon and Sony dslr taking pics on 40 acres near Montesano Washington State. Check out his social media for some incredible videos! Charles Fritsch (@charlesfrtsch) • Instagram photos and videos Charles Fritsch | Facebook Ava...

In this episode, Martin welcomes content creator, backpacker, and family-man, Dan Becker to share his personal experience with Rhabdomyolysis (pronounced “rab-doe-my-ah-luh-suhs”) during his rim-to-rim-to-rim (   R2R2R) in the Grand Canyon . Tune-in to learn more. Follow Dan on IG and YouTube: Dan Becker (@danbeckeroutdoors) • Instagram photos and videos Dan Becker - YouTube Avalon Publicity &...

Martin of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast catches up with back Jessica Rhane from the AT.  Follow Jessica on Instagram Jessica Rhane (@jcababy814) • Instagram photos and videos Papa Bear Hike Mentions: Kevin Outdoors - YouTube Backcountry Foodie - YouTube Avalon Publicity & Business Services   Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media Services...

In this episode, Martin welcomes Zach Cross to share his inspiring story of how he lost nearly 200 pounds over the course of several years. Zach will be thru-hiking northbound the AT May 1, 2023. Follow Zach's journey here: Zach (@hikingzach) • Instagram photos and videos Hiking Zach Cross - YouTube Avalon Publicity & Business Services   Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Cr...

Martin welcomes back  Ann @ᗩᑎᑎ-ᗰᗩᖇIE 🌿 (@its_ann_calling).  Check out Ann's gear review of the KLYMIT Everglow Led Light Tube. Follow Ann on Instagram and check out her entertaining reels! You're Welcome! ᗩᑎᑎ-ᗰᗩᖇIE 🌿 (@its_ann_calling) • Instagram photos and videos Unplugged Adventuring - YouTube Avalon Publicity & Business Services   Increasing the Digital Footprint of Conten...

In this episode, Martin welcomes back  Mike from the Youtube Channel: Out on Trail and Trail Crew. Mike is a content creator focused on hiking, backpacking, and other outdoor activities. His goal with friend Tom is to help preview trails you might want to try, bring the trail to you, or simply help you relax. Check out their videos: OutOnTrail - YouTube To see original photos and videos documentin...

Martin is pleased to welcome back nature enthusiast and @livingwildoutdooradventures co-founder Sara "Single Mom Adventurer" to the podcast.  Listen to hear how you can develop your fire starting skills and learn when and where you can catch Sara's upcoming class. Follow Sara on Instagram: Single Mom Adventurer (@single.mom.adventurer) • Instagram photos and videos Avalon Publicity...

In this episode, Kristina "coffeemom" checks in with an update on her 2023 AT thru-hike. Kristina is a member of the Papa Bear Hikes 2023 AT Virtual Tramily along with Jessica and Andrew.  Follow Kristina's journey on Instagram: Kristina (@coffeemom.hikes) • Instagram photos and videos Avalon Publicity & Business Services   Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creato...

Martin is pleased to welcome back outdoor enthusiast and listener favorite Ryan Robison. Listen to hear an enjoyable conversation about Breckenridge Colorado, a charming mountain town known for its world-class skiing and snowboarding, historic Main Street, and breathtaking scenery in addition to a conversational glimpse into Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Martin and Ryan also discuss their respective upco...

Martin welcomes back Bear Safety expert Kim Titchener to share how humans can avoid bear encounters in the wilderness. 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 behaviour on the Alaskan coastline from a kayak, Ki...

Martin is pleased to welcome expedition leader, writer and speaker Lucy Barnard to the show. Lucy is attempting to become the first woman to walk the length of the world from Ushuaia Argentina, to Barrow Alaska.  Lucy Barnard is world renown for adventure, writing, and public speaking (tanglesandtail.com) (291) Lucy Barnard - YouTube Lucy Barnard (@tanglesandtail) / Twitter (4) Tangles + Tail | Fa...

Martin is pleased to welcome writer, teacher and outdoor education practitioner Dan Kriesberg to the program.  Take a listen to hear about incredible projects Dan is pursuing. This episode is part of a series with Dan who will return to discuss his organization  Kids In Nature (KIN). About our guest in his own words:  I am a father, husband, son, brother, friend, teacher, writer, and citizen who a...

Martin is joined by his good friend "Peak A Brew" to find out whether the Osprey Atmos AG 50 Men's Backpacking Backpack is really worth the investment. * Note: This is an actual gear review based on use. The pack was purchased, not provided to the reviewer from the manufacturer. To learn more about the pack, click the link below: https://a.co/d/7anxpmI Like and SUBSCRIBE TO: Martin...

In this episode,  Martin welcomes former U.S. Naval Officer Keith Eckert to discuss preparing for the Iditarod Trail Ultra-Marathon Invitational (ITI).  The ITI is the world's longest and toughest winter endurance race. Keith also shares his work with   Guardian Revival, Inc. About Guardian Revival, Inc. Guardian Revival, a (501(c)(3) Not-for-Profit organization, in the fight against veteran...

Martin welcomes Tami Brooks writer and creator of 52 Weeks 52 Hikes. Tune in to hear how it all started!   About our guest in her words: Hey! I’m Tami. In 2016, with zero outdoor experience, I decided to hike the Grand Canyon. Aided by a Google search bar and a glass of Cabernet, I made reservations and embarked on a life-changing year. I now make my living as a freelance travel and lifestyle writ...