Papa Bear Hikes

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Martin welcomes freelance journalist Nathan Pipenberg to the Papa Bear Hikes podcast. Listen as the two discuss Nathan's article contrasting 70s gear to today's gear. Read more articles by Nathan Pipenberg: How Does the ’70s' Lightest Backpacking Gear Stand Up to Today's? - Backpacker Articles by Nathan Pipenberg’s Profile | Freelance Journalist | Muck Rack nathan pipenberg (@n...

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Martin welcomes back Steve Welgos s to the podcast. The two discuss the Vermont's NEK Mountain Challenge, Winter Hiking,  and Hiking For Patches.    Steve Welgos s is the creator of the Facebook group Hiking for Patches whose three favorite hobbies are hiking (for patches), craft beer and fishing. As an NYC resident, he enjoys getting out of the city to hike wherever there is a trail and a go...

Martin welcomes back Crystal Gail Welcome, author, public speaker, experiential educator, social & environmental justice advocate and hacktivist. Proud Black outdoor leader and lover of the planet. Listen as the two discuss everything from changing perceptions about  backpackers to getting politicians out on the trail.   Crystal Gail Welcome (@footprintsforchange) • Instagram photos and videos...

Martin welcomes back Kevin and Leah, part of the 2022 Papa Bear Hikes Tramily. Listen to hear about the couple's adventure as they completed the trail and find out what they are planning for 2023.   Kevin and Leah Scharkey (@kevin_and_leah) • Instagram photos and videos @KevinandLeah | Linktree (12) KevinandLeah - YouTube Like and SUBSCRIBE TO : Martin Outside - YouTube Amazon.com: Switching...

Martin welcomes Alisha McDarris – Travel Writer, Photographer to the podcast. In addition to Alisha's recent backpacker article (link below) the two discuss  Alisha's incredible blog about sustainable travel and adventure: Terradrift   Be sure to follow Alisha: Alisha McDarris – Travel Writer, Photographer Sustainable Travel & Outdoors (@terradrift) • Instagram photos and videos terr...

In this episode, Martin welcomes Josh Perry to discuss his incredible new FKT on the PCT. From the Trek: Josh Perry, a 27-year-old British endurance hiker, completed the Pacific Crest Trail on August 7th in just 55 days, 16 hours, and 54 minutes , breaking the self-supported speed record on the PCT previously set by Heather “Anish” Anderson in 2013. Josh Perry Sets New PCT FKT, Beating Heather And...

Martin of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast welcomes back Jessica Rhane and Andrew M. Verlezza Jr. to discuss their respective 2023  AT Thru-Hikes. These members of the "Papa Bear Hikes Tramily" discuss gear, plans, and "luxury "items on the trail.   Follow Jessica on TikTok & Instagram Jessica Bagnell (@jcababy814) | TikTok Jessica Rhane (@jcababy814) • Instagram photos and vide...

In this episode, Martin welcomes host of the Kevin Outdoors YouTube, Kevin Ride, to the Papa Bear Hikes podcast. In this episode, Kevin shares tips straight from his book (link below) on how to create a variety rich meal plan in the backwoods. https://a.co/d/6T1gEhV https://www.instagram.com/kevin_outdoors1/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/c/KevinOutdoors/featured Like and SUBSCRIBE TO : Martin Outs...

Martin welcomes fellow podcaster Stash Rusin to the show. Listen to this episode for everything Catskills and be sure to check out the podcast: Inside The Line (Available on podcast platforms, iTunes Link Below ). Stash is a current Catskill Mountain SAR team member and Public Information Officer, Catskill 3500 member #2829, former 2nd vice president of the Catskill 3500 club and an avid hiker of...

Papa Bear welcomes bloggers Sam and Moriah who share current and realistic costs of planning a thru-hike. Listen to this episode for some great tips concerning what to expect and how to budget for your thru-hike.  Follow Sam & Moriah and check out their YouTube channel. The NEW Cost of Thru-Hiking - YouTube Sam and Moriah (@sam.and.moriah) • Instagram photos and videos Like and SUBSCRIBE TO :...

In this episode, Martin welcomes Beverly King  who is planning her 2023 PCT hike. Tune in to hear Beverly's tips and tips to hike lighter and hike her own hike. 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 Like and SUBSCRIBE TO:...

In this episode, Martin welcomes Rob DiPerna who is planning his 2023 PCT hike. Tune in to learn why Rob's approach is to "Live to Hike Another Day." To learn more about Rob and follow his adventures click his social media links below:  https://www.facebook.com/robertdiperna https://www.instagram.com/treehugginghiker/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPVXx8RCVTRQ3MRYLGRgArg Like and...

Like and SUBSCRIBE TO : Martin Outside - YouTube 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 & Business Services   Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media Services Support the show Get outside, have fun an...

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 Designer To learn more about, and follow, Nathan click the links below: N A T H A N /// C A R D E N (...

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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 adve...

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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 videos Stan the Man Hikes - YouTube Stan's Solo Episode (12/10/21): https://www.buzzsprout.com/1467697/9694523 Tonya Lonsbury 2022 AT Thru-Hiker "Monarch"🦋🥾...

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 - YouTube Samir Meziab (@samirmeziab) • Instagram photos and videos Like and SUBSCRIBE TO:...

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 iTunes Papa Bear Hikes on Apple Podcasts Amazon.com: Switching Gears: Redi...

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 Walker Jay Morrison (@adkw...