Hometown Hero Outdoors

About Hometown Hero Outdoors

Welcome to the Hometown Hero Outdoors Podcast, where we’re more than just a show—we’re a mission. As a non-profit dedicated to enhancing mental health through life-changing outdoor adventures for military service members, veterans, law enforcement officers, firefighters, and EMS personnel, we bring you stories of resilience, healing, and community. 🌲 Why Listen? Over 5,000 heroes have experienced the healing power of the outdoors with us—through activities like hunting, fishing, camping, snowmobiling, and more. 85% of participants report reduced stress, increased camaraderie, and a renewed sense of purpose after our adventures. We share inspiring stories of mental health advocacy and people overcoming the toughest challenges, highlighting the profound impact of reconnecting with nature. Whether you’re here for thrilling outdoor adventures, meaningful conversations about mental health, or to hear from real people who’ve used the outdoors to heal and grow, this podcast has something for everyone. 🎧 Subscribe now and join us on this journey of healing, resilience, and the transformative power of the great outdoors!

Publisher

Hometown Hero Outdoors

Category

business · health & fitness · sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Jun 2022

Latest episode

16 Apr 2025

Latest episodes

64 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Apr 2025

   Healing Waters: How Captain Bob Cook connects veterans with the therapeutic power of the sea

   Send us a text Captain Bob Cook, star of National Geographic's Wicked Tuna, takes us on an extraordinary journey from his childhood fishing trips to becoming one of the Northeast's premier bluefin tuna experts. With heartfelt authenticity, Bob shares how his passion was sparked at age 11 when he boldly approached a lobster boat captain and asked to come aboard – a moment that would shape his entire future. The conversation reveals Bob's fascinating path to television stardom, including how h...

2. 

   2 Apr 2025

   Honoring the Fallen: Inside the National Law Enforcement Memorial Fund

   Send us a text The sacred walls of the National Law Enforcement Memorial bear 24,067 names—each representing an officer who made the ultimate sacrifice. Behind this powerful tribute stands an organization dedicated to ensuring these heroes are never forgotten. We're joined by Bill Alexander, CEO of the National Law Enforcement Memorial Fund, who brings over 30 years of law enforcement experience and a profound personal connection to the memorial. "We lost 16 of my peers from the Prince Georg...

3. 

   19 Mar 2025

   Restoring Hope: The Emotional Impact of Outdoor Therapy

   Send us a text Experience the transformative power of nature with our latest podcast episode that dives deep into Hometown Hero Outdoors and its mission to heal veterans through outdoor adventures. Join us as we sit down with John Sewell, the passionate ranch manager at Harris Ranch in South Texas. Discover how this incredible organization honors the sacrifices of military personnel by providing unforgettable outdoor recreational experiences that promote healing, camaraderie, and renewal. Jo...

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

206,326

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 68 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

70

Social presence

94

YouTube

86

Engagement

32

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