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    National Park After Dark – Audioboom Studios

    Hosted by two friends who share a passion for the outdoors and a fascination with what can go wrong there, National Park After Dark is a podcast for the morbid outdoor enthusiast. Tales of death, dark history and tragic events is what NPAD is about, but through the darkness – is light. National Parks have storied histories including epic survivals, inspiring humans and serve as physical reminders of the importance for protecting the planet. Time to lace up those hiking boots and take a walk into the wild. Welcome, to National Park After Dark.

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    136: Mauled with Jeremy Evans Mar 20, 2023
    Today we had the opportunity to sit down with Jeremy Evans. He is an avid outdoorsman, family man and author. Growing up in Alberta he fell in love with the outdoors and dedicated most of his life to being in it - often times alone - deep in the backcountry. It was on one of those solo adventures in August of 2017 when he had what he describes as an “oh shit” moment when he witnessed a terrifying sight - a lone grizzly cub. Instinctually he knew mama was nearby, and he was right. Mauled Lessons Learned from A Grizzly Bear Attack details what happened next that forever changed Jeremy, but didn’t stop him.
    Get in touch with Jeremy HERE and find his book HERE
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    135: Trail Tales 25 Mar 16, 2023
    Today’s stories include polite robbers, stumbling upon baby bears, foaming pants, nature being metal, chaotic urination and grand misadventures. Outsiders Only bonus stories available on Patreon for Apple Subscribers!
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    134: Dirtbags of Dope Lake. Yosemite National Park. Mar 13, 2023
    There’s something special about a good old fashioned treasure hunt that never grows old, no matter when the story took place or who was involved. From finding veins of gold in Alaska to buried loot in the desert, striking it rich in this way is a fantasy. But sometimes, fantasy becomes reality, and it changes everything. When treasure in the form of 6,000 pounds of high-grade Mexican marijuana fell from the California sky during a plane crash in the winter of 1976, lives were changed and lives were lost – and legend was carved into the soul of Yosemite National Park.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Sources Climbing Gold Podcast,Climbing, Men’s Journal,Valley Uprising, Vice,Wikipedia, LA Times
    133: The Terrible Fate of Tiger T-24. Ranthambore National Park. Mar 06, 2023
    Tiger T-24 was the king of Ranthambore National Park until he was removed to live a life of captivity inside of a zoo. After being linked to 4 killings of people, he was labeled a man-eater who was too dangerous to exist in the park. This sparked nation wide protests and the conversation of the detrimental impacts of human-wildlife conflict.
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    Documentary recommendation: Tiger T24
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    References:
    DOCUMENTARY TIGER T-24
    https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/mammals/facts/bengal-tiger
    https://www.ranthamborenationalpark.com/wild-animals.html
    https://www.occrp.org/en/daily/16981-report-at-least-150-tigers-are-killed-by-poachers-every-year
    https://www.ranthambhorenationalpark.in/ganesh-temple
    https://www.ranthamborenationalpark.com/t-24-tiger-ranthambore.html
    https://www.firstpost.com/living/after-supreme-court-decision-ranthambore-tiger-ustad-aka-t-24-is-resigned-to-life-in-captivity-2703042.html
    132: Trail Tales 24 Mar 02, 2023
    Today’s stories include periphery points of view, type 2 fun, night hikes gone awry, assisting in a kidnapping and snoring wolves. Bonus stories available for Outsiders on Patreon!
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    131: Surgeons or Butchers? Medical Monstrosities of America’s Deadliest War. Gettysburg National Military Park. Feb 27, 2023
    These days the news is saturated with stories of tragedies from all corners of the world. Because of this, it’s sometimes difficult to have an optimistic attitude about the future. It's easy to forget the leaps and bounds we have already made. Centuries of progress and advancements in science and technology feel insignificant when faced with a mountain of modern day issues. But rest assured, we have made progress, especially when we reflect back on the horrific stories that unfolded within Gettysburg National Military Park.
    Book Recommendations:
    Bullets & Bandages: The Aid Stations and Field Hospitals at Gettysburg by James Gindlespreger
    Too Much for Human Endurance: The George Spangler Farm Hospital and the Battle of Gettysburg by Ronald Kirkwood
    Healing A Divided Nation: How the American Civil War Revolutionized Western Medicine
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Sources: National Library of Medicine, NPS, National Park Foundation,Bullets & Bandages by James Gindlespreger, History Tavern Podcast, National Museum of Civil War Medicine, Wikipedia, American Battlefield Trust, YouTube
    130: What happened to Amy? Shoshone National Forest. Feb 20, 2023
    When a marathon runner training for the Olympics runs into Shoshone National Forest, she disappears without a trace. Police immediately pin her new husband as the main suspect, but through their investigation they discover new information, secrets, and a serial killer who was lurking nearby.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    129: Trail Tales 23 Feb 16, 2023
    Today’s stories include narrow escapes, white water mishaps, wheeling past agoraphobia, near death experiences, desert ghosts and disappearing stairs. Bonus stories available for Outsiders on Patreon!
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    128: Bruno of Borneo. Gunung Mulu National Park. Part 2. Feb 13, 2023
    Last week we got familiar with Bruno Manser, his early life and what brought him to the island of Borneo. In Part 2, we dive into just how far he was willing to go to advocate for the protection, the people and places he came to love.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Sources: The Last Wild Men of Borneo: A True Story of Death and Treasure, Wikipedia, Encyclopedia, Responsible Travel, The Asean Post, Borneo Futures , UN Environmental Program, NRDC
    127: Bruno of Borneo. Gunung Mulu National Park. Part 1. Feb 06, 2023
    Home is where the heart is. This phrase that is scrawled across on wooden sign boards and hung in countless houses across the world may be cliche, but it’s true. Bruno Manser may have been born in Switzerland, but his heart was in Borneo. A place where he fell in love with the jungle and the people in it. It was paradise, but it was in peril. The home Bruno found was in serious danger. A home he was willing to fight for the death to protect.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Sources: The Last Wild Men of Borneo: A True Story of Death and Treasure by Carl Hoffman, Wikipedia, Encyclopedia, Responsible Travel
    126: Trail Tales 22 Jan 30, 2023
    Today’s stories include ghosty stuff, false alarms, vigilante pursuits, vibing in the badlands, healing in the Hoh and Maine madness. Bonus stories available for Outsiders on Patreon!
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    125: Diana of the Dunes. Indiana Dunes National Park. Jan 23, 2023
    Alice Mabel Gray was given the name, Diana of the Dunes, after she left society to live off the land on the shores of Lake Michigan. We covered her story partially in a prior episode - focusing on the haunted folklore around her afterlife. Today we are revisiting her story to delve deep into her life, including her mysterious partner, a gruesome murder they were accused of committing, and the truth behind Alice's tragic death.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Resources: NPS, NPS (2), South Bend Tribune, Diana of the Dunes the True Story of Alice Gray by Janet Zenke Edwards
    124: Trail Tales 21 Jan 19, 2023
    Today’s stories include prowling predators, surprise guests, a case of mistaken identity, monumental summits and rocky mountain highs. Bonus stories available for Outsiders on Patreon!
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    123: A Strand in the Web. Torngat Mountains National Park. Jan 16, 2023
    “Whatever happens to the beasts also happens to man. Whatever befalls the earth befalls the children of the earth.” Those words spoken by Chief Seattle centuries ago merely echoed what his people knew for a time immemorable, and what modern science is now proving – we are not separate from the environment, we are of it. Our actions, or inactions, have long lasting ripple effects on everything around us, and while we may not see the results in our lifetimes, they are becoming apparent in places like the Arctic, where the consequences of our actions are rearing their heads in a fight for survival.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Sources: Backpacker, Outside Online, Sierra Club, Sierra Club (2), Parks Canada, Smithsonian, Yale Environment, Wikipedia, Vice, Climate News, PBS, Arctic WWF, Washington Monthly
    122: Stranded on Devil's Tower National Monument. Jan 09, 2023
    George Hopkins was a thrill seeker, parachuting out of planes more times than anyone on record in 1941. He's after more record setting, but first he wants to do something no one else would ever do, Parachute onto Devil's Tower. His plan goes awry when he finds himself unable to get off the tower and he needs to be rescued.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Sources: Vault, Wyoming History, NPS, Qrius
    121: Trail Tales 20 Jan 05, 2023
    Today’s stories include hunting with wolves, lessons learned, good boys, heartwarming homecomings, fake moose and real cryptids. Bonus stories available for Outsiders on Patreon.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    120: End of Watch. Mount Rainier National Park. Jan 02, 2023
    *Please note, this episode includes descriptions of domestic violence and an active shooting*
    I wish I had your job! If you’ve ever heard that and cringed – chances are people have a skewed idea of what you actually do. No one knows this to be more true that NPS LE Rangers. Yes, they are employed in some of the most beautiful places on Earth - but they also hold some of the most dangerous jobs in the world, and are often not recognized for it. When an active shooter enters Mount Rainier National Park on New Years day 2012, Margaret Anderson would pay the ultimate sacrifice to keep the people and the place she loved the most, safe.
    If you or someone you know are experiencing PTSD or other trauma related symptoms and are in need of support, please visit National Center for PTSD . To find a community based counseling center near you, please visit Vet Centers. The VA Crisis Line can be reached 24/7 at 1-800-273-8255.
    If you or someone you know are experiencing domestic violence and are in need of support, please visit The Hotline . The National Domestic Violence Line can be reached 24/7 at 1-800-799-7233.
    You can check out Wild Lives HERE
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Sources: Seattle Times, Outside Online, Wikipedia, NPS, KIRO7, Mountain View Funeral Home, NPR, PEER, The Mountain News
    119: Swimming the Colorado River. Grand Canyon National Park. Dec 26, 2022
    Join us this week as we follow two friends down the Colorado River. When they have limited funds to kayak or raft the river like most - Bill Beer and John Daggett decide to swim it instead. The guys are having the adventure of their lives - all while the Park Service has issued a massive rescue mission to find them. In their words, this is a cheap vacation that got a little out of hand.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Resources: https://www.advantagegrandcanyon.com/different-class-levels-rafting-colorado-river/
    https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2013-02-08_b-day.htm
    Book: We Swam the Grand Canyon by Bill Beer
    118: Trail Tales 19 Dec 22, 2022
    Today's stories include off trail adventures, rescues pups, ghostly encounters and the great bear mace incident. Bonus stories available for Outsiders on Patreon. All tales shared with consent.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    117: Death Wish. Joshua Tree National Park. Dec 19, 2022
    People put a big emphasis on living - how we spend our precious time before we face the music. But unfortunately, part of living – is dying, and that takes some thought too. Confronting our own mortality is difficult and unsettling but to the living left behind, knowing your final wishes can be a welcome sigh of relief. Today we venture into Joshua Tree National Park, and discuss the wild ride that was Gram Parson’s life, and untimely death.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Sources: WBR, YouTube, Wikipedia, NPS, NPCA
    116: Trail Tales 18 Dec 12, 2022
    Today’s stories include spirited stays, adventure cats, grabbing a handful, mountain lion laser pointers, creatures of the jungle and near misses. Bonus stories included for Outsiders on Patreon.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    115: Last One Standing. Bering Land Bridge National Preserve Part 3 Dec 08, 2022
    Ada is now alone and learning to survive on Wrangel Island by herself. Meanwhile Steffanson tries to secure a new ship to come to the island, but mysteriously disappears. All while tensions are rising between the countries, as Russia claims the island as their own and threatens to capture the expedition team.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    114: Last One Standing. Bering Land Bridge National Preserve. Part 2 Dec 05, 2022
    Ada and the rest of the expedition team struggle to find food resources and they are all getting weak. Lorne develops a terrible case of scurvy and when the ship they are expecting doesn't show up, they become desperate for survival.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    113: Last One Standing. Bering Land Bridge National Preserve. Part 1 Nov 28, 2022
    In this 3 part series - we tell the story of an arctic expedition and the survival story of Ada Blackjack. Ada, an Inuit woman, joins a team of 4 men to the remote Wrangel Island to prove that it is survivable. As a polar bear nesting ground and known for tumultuous weather conditions, no human has successfully survived here for long.
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    Ada BlackJack A true Story of Survival in the Arctic by Jennifer Niven
    https://www.history.com/news/ada-blackjack-inuit-wrangel-island
    https://www.britannica.com/place/Wrangel-Island
    https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1023/
    https://www.nps.gov/bela/index.htm
    112: Trail Tales 17 Nov 23, 2022
    Today’s stories include lights over Idaho, forest knocks, tornado camping and Colorado moms. All stories shared with consent.
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    111: Creatures of the Wild ft. Tooth & Claw Podcast. Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Nov 21, 2022
    The collab you’ve been waiting for! Today we are joined by Wes, Jeff and Mike of Tooth & Claw Podcast. We head back to Great Smoky Mountains National Park to share the tragic tale of Glenda Ann Bradley, the first person to be killed by a black bear in US National Park History. The T&C crew share their extensive knowledge on how to enjoy recreating in bear country safely, dissect what likely happened that day in the park and underline how wild and wonderful these animals are.
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    110: Lone Survivor. Yosemite National Park. Nov 14, 2022
    We all hope to get through life unscathed. No one wants to experience a traumatic event, as they inevitably come hand in hand with suffering. It may be immediate, or, it may take a lifetime, but according to studies on PTSD and trauma – an overwhelming amount of people who will experience a traumatic event in their lifetimes, were changed in fundamental, positive, ways. Donnie Priest was just 10 years old when the plane carrying his family crashed just outside of Yosemite National Park, killing all on board except for him. His incredible story of survival was only the beginning - it was what he went on to do with his life that would up being the true inspiration.
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    Sources: NPCA, The Porterville Reporter, SF Gate, World Wildlife, The Reporter, Time
    109: Trail Tales 16 Nov 10, 2022
    Today’s stories include making the papers, plane crashes, magical moments, keeping connected, cougar encounters and wrestling in the swamps. Two bonus stories for Outsiders available on Patreon.
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    108: The Night of Terror. Women's Rights National Historic Park. Nov 07, 2022
    For this episode we follow the 72 year battle for women to have the right to vote. Women are beaten, tortured, spit on, and imprisoned. But one night in history was especially brutal. Today The Night of Terror serves as a reminder of female solidarity and resistance. It is a reminder of how strong and powerful women are and just how much they are willing to fight and sacrifice for their rights.
    For more information on the history of the Women's Movement, check out these videos!
    Women's Suffrage - FilmArchivesNYC
    Women's Suffrage - PBS
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    Sources: History, Wikipedia, A Mighty Girl, History (2), National Archive , Declaration of Sentiments, Jailed for Freedom by Doris Stevens
    107: Origin Story. Death Valley National Park. Oct 31, 2022
    Rumors. We’ve all heard one, spread one or have been directly involved in one. More often than not, by the time these tall tales reach your ears – whatever story your hearing is muddled. Murky and questionable details lie in layers, coating whatever grain of truth there may be at the center, and finding that grain can be difficult. Today we return to Death Valley National Park to investigate legends and tall tales in a search for that grain of truth, because more often than not, where there’s smoke, there’s fire.
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    Sources: History,NPS,Weird Tales, Wikipedia, History Daily, Discover Magazine , Only In Your State, Stuff They Don’t Want You To Know Podcast, Wikipedia (2)
    106: The Legend of Hermit Island. Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. Oct 24, 2022
    In the mid 1800's a mysterious man deemed one of the Apostle Islands as his own, and left society to be a hermit. He was known to not approve of visitors and would remove them by force.
    When he turns up murdered, rumors spread that there is a buried treasure on the island.
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    Sources: https://www.wisconsinshipwrecks.org/Attraction/Details/303?region=ByAttractionType
    https://www.lakesuperior.com/the-lake/the-ghost-of-hermit-island/
    https://www.nps.gov/apis/learn/historyculture/on-the-trail-of-the-island-hermit.htm
    https://boingboing.net/2011/08/10/preserving-human-history-in-a-national-park.html
    105: People of the Parks - Dr. Rae Wynn Grant. Oct 20, 2022
    Today we sit down with National Geographic Explorer and Wildlife Ecologist, Dr. Rae Wynn Grant. She dives deep into how she became a Wildlife Ecologist and how she was able to start working with National Geographic. She has spent her career exploring some of the wildest places on the planet, conducting research on animals like Lions, Tigers, Bears, oh and Lemurs. In this episode Dr. Rae Wynn Grant inspires us and educates us on how we can all contribute to conservation. Don't forget to check out her podcast, Going Wild with Dr. Rae Wynn Grant, where she tells stories of what working in wild places entails. You can listen on all podcasting platforms.
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    104: Resurrection. Pleistocene Park & Beyond. Oct 17, 2022
    Jurassic Park. The Lazrus Effect. Frankenstein. All of these stories emulate our fascination with turning back the clock, to revive those which we have lost. In a time where technological advances have matched our curiosity with the past. No longer is the question if we can bring back species from the dead – but rather, should we?
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    Sources: National Geographic, The Atlantic, Scientific American, CNN, TechnologyWorks, Pleistocene Park, BBVA, Quanta Magazine , Mongabay News, Tasmania Parks & Wildlife, Smithsonian, Natural History, National Geographic, Griffith University, Colossal, Pleistocene Park, YouTube, Wikipedia, Mammoth, Science
    103: A Haunted Castle and Afternoon Tea. Exmoor National Park. Oct 10, 2022
    Today we explore the moorelands of Exmoor National Park. From rolling hills, wild ponies, and beautiful cliff side towns, this is a place to add to your bucket list. While it is beautiful, it is also the home of one of the spookiest castles in England. We're taking a deep dive into all the ghostly happenings and terrifying history before we head out to the hill side for a good ole' British Afternoon Tea.
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    Sources: https://castrumtocastle.com/english-castles/somerset-dunster-castle/
    https://www.dunster.info/dunster-castle-an-overview-of-1000-years-of-historical-journey/
    https://castrumtocastle.com/blogs/dunster-castle-ghost-stories/
    https://www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk
    https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/holnicote-estate/features/eating-and-shopping-at-the-holnicote-estate-
    102: Trail Tales 15 Oct 06, 2022
    Today’s stories include surviving a wall of white, sandwich stealers, bad vibes, and seeing the light.
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    101: Terrible Tales. Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site. Oct 03, 2022
    This week we are kicking off Spooky Season with a visit to the Edgar Allen Poe National Historic Site. We learn about the history of the house, and dive into Edgar Allan Poe's short and complex life. Hear all about the real life tragedies and events that inspired some of Poe's darkest works, from psychosis, to plague, to being buried alive.
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    Sources: NPS, NPS (2), Biography, How Stuff Works, Britannica, Interesting Literature, Smithsonian, History, Wikipedia, Wikipedia (2), Wikipedia (3)
    100: Frozen Alive in the Scandinavian Mountains. Sep 26, 2022
    We head into the beautiful mountain ranges of Norway and follow a survival story that seems impossible. When a woman has a ski accident, her body temperature plummets to a degree never recorded in a living person before. Medical professionals investigate how she could survive and in the process make huge advancements in medicine.
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    Sources: https://honey.nine.com.au/latest/anna-bagenholm-swedish-radiologist-trapped-freezing-water-what-happened-where-is-she-now-explainer/4357261c-5ef8-4f16-8c5c-93a2b11b4e4a
    https://explorersweb.com/great-survival-stories-anna-bagenholm/
    https://edition.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/10/12/cheating.death.bagenholm/
    https://medium.com/short-history/anna-bagenholm-73c6f5a566e5
    99: Trail Tales 14 Sep 22, 2022
    Today’s tales include new perspectives on old favorites, tears of joy, unlikely friendships and a man in the shadows. Two bonus stories for Outsiders over on Patreon! All stories shared with consent.
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    98: Unfinished Business. Crater Lake National Park. Sep 19, 2022
    Alice Simms always knew her grandfather Albert was murdered. For most of her life, she didn’t know much about him, his life or death. Her mother never talked much about him, and Alice never wanted to ask – afraid she may open a painful wound. But after her mother died, Alice believes she came back to her from beyond the veil – and encouraged her to finish what she had begun, to find who killed Albert Jones. Today we visit Crater Lake National Park, the location of the biggest unsolved mysteries in the Pacific Northwest – the murders of Albert Jones and Charles Culhane.
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    Sources:Alta, Crater Lake Institute, NPS, Herald and News, The Atlantic , KTEC
    97: Histories and Hauntings of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Sep 12, 2022
    This week we're taking you on a haunted historic tour of Theodore Roosevelt National Park and its gateway town, Medora. We visit several buildings that will make you feel like you are still in the 1800s. Learn about Theodore Roosevelt, historic families, sword duels, almost mass extinctions of species, and all the [paranormal] activities that take place inside the badlands of North Dakota.
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    Sources: NPS (1), NPS (2), NPS (3), Spooky Creepy North Dakota by Lori L. Oser
    96: Trail Tales 13 Sep 08, 2022
    Today’s tales include uninvited house guests, strange sights, and sounds & backpacking baptisms! All stories shared with consent.
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    95: Murder and Mystery with Special Guest Morbid Podcast! Sep 05, 2022
    On today’s special episode of NPAD we speak with Ash and Alaina from Morbid! They bring us to the Appalachian Trail and The Grand Canyon where they share stories of murder, and a mysterious disappearance.
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    94: Liquid Avalanche. Saint Francis Dam Disaster National Monument. Aug 29, 2022
    Water – we live and die by it! Today, we head to southern California and visit the ruins of the Saint Francis Dam to learn about the worst civil engineering failure of the 20th century and the second greatest loss of life in California state history.
    Make a donation: Kentucky Relief Fund
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    Sources: Floodpath by Jon Wilkman, Smithsonian, USDA, The OutBound, Wikipedia, St. Francis Dam Memorial, Water and Power, A Brief History of: The St. Francis Dam Disaster, The Massive LA Disaster You’ve Never Heard Of, SCV History
    93: Trail Tales 12 Aug 25, 2022
    Today's stories include sitting bears, family reunions, yellow bugs, and lost history. All stories shared with consent.
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    92: People of the Parks - Rhino Man with John Jurko II Aug 22, 2022
    In today's episode, we speak with John Jurko II, the lead producer of an upcoming documentary film, Rhino Man. We discuss the poaching crisis in places like Kruger National Park and the Rangers who risk their lives to protect the wildlife. We also take the time to honor the legacy of Anton Mzimba, a lead ranger and protagonist of the film, who recently had his life taken because of the work he did in wildlife conservation.
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    Sources:
    rhinomanthemovie.org | Movie Website
    rhinomanthemovie.org/podcast/ | Podcast Website
    antonmzimba.com | Anton Mzimba Education Trust
    globalconservationcorps.org | Global Conservation Corps Website
    Instagram:
    @rhinomanthemovie
    @theglobalconservationcorps
    @johnjurko
    Facebook:
    @rhinomanthemovie
    @rhinomanrangers | GCC's facebook
    Twitter:
    @rhinomanmovie
    @corps_global
    @johnjurko
    91: Surviving the Jungle. Lorentz National Park. Aug 15, 2022
    In 1945 a sightseeing tour plane carrying American military personnel crashed into the western New Guinea jungle. The survivors spent the next several weeks trying to survive the harsh elements in a land that they knew very little about. They weren't alone though, they had landed right in the middle of indigenous tribal territory, people who they knew to be cannibalistic and violent. In this struggle for survival, they'll have to open their hearts and minds to people who are foreign to them if they want to make it out alive.
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    sources:
    Lost in Shangri-Laby Mitchell Zukoff , History Net, Pacific Wrecks, YouTube
    90: Murders on the Mountain. Volcanoes National Park. (Part 2) Aug 11, 2022
    In part two of the story of Dian Fossey we discuss Dian’s murder, who could be responsible, her unethical practices, and who paid the ultimate price during the messy, questionable and confusing process of uncovering the truth.
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    Sources Volcanoes National Park Rwanda, Wikipedia , Vanity Fair, National Geographic , YouTube , World Wildlife Fund , Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
    89: 75 – Murders on the Mountain. Volcanoes National Park. (Part 1) Aug 08, 2022
    Today we are headed to the mountains of Rwanda for part one of our two-part series on the story of Dian Fossey. Her unorthodox and sometimes volatile “active conservation” methods undoubtedly saved the mountain gorillas, but ultimately may have led to her demise. Her love for the animals and passion for conservation changed the tides for the future of the species – never underestimate the change one person can enact.
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    88: Trail Tales 11 Aug 01, 2022
    Today’s stories include misleading boy scouts, guiding hands, clap backs, near death experiences and cautionary tales. All tales shared with consent.
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    87: A Murderer on the Loose. Wrangell St. Elias National Park. Jul 25, 2022
    Louis Hastings wanted to get away from the fast life of California and into a place where he felt more at peace in nature. He decided the best place to venture to would be the tiny remote town of McCarthy Alaska, a place with limited resources and only accessible by plane during the long winter months. When Louis begins to disagree with the way the state of Alaska is handling the lands though, he goes on a murder spree.
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    Sources: Fandom, Only in Your State, YouTube, Justia
    86: Outlaws of the West (Part 2). Capitol Reef National Park. Jul 21, 2022
    After feeling betrayed by his lawyer and the Union Pacific Railroad, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid flee Utah to start a new life in South America. Their lavish lifestyles and gambling habits cause them to make a quick stop and they make a terrible mistake that leads to a manhunt to find them. Their life of crime catches up to them and sparks a mystery that to this day, has yet to be solved.
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    85: Outlaws of the West (Part 1). Capitol Reef National Park. Jul 18, 2022
    This week we head back to the 1800s in the wild wild west. We follow Butch Cassidy and the Wild Bunch gang – the most prolific bank and train robbers in outlaw history. Butch Cassidy created an extremely organized group of outlaws who spent their time fleeing authorities on horseback into the most remote areas of Utah, taking sums of money that would be worth millions today.
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    Sources: NPS, The Last Outlaws by Thom Hatch, History.com,Britannica, History Vault
    84: The Last Tourist with Bruce Poon Tip Jul 11, 2022
    Today we sit down with Bruce Poon Tip, the Executive Producer of the 2022 documentary, The Last Tourist. This episode will inspire you to see the world and discusses how to be a more responsible and compassionate traveler.
    Source: https://thelasttouristfilm.com/about/
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    83: Trail Tales 10 Jul 04, 2022
    Today’s stories include following your gut, “coincidences” and close calls on the AT. All stories shared with consent.
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    82: She Speaks for the Trees. Headwaters Forest Reserve. Jun 27, 2022
    Grab your climbing gear and protest signs because this week we are heading to Humboldt County California to fight to save the redwood forest. We are following the journey of Julia Butterfly Hill as she tree-sits in one of the tallest and oldest redwood trees that has been marked to be clearcut, along with the redwood forest surrounding it. She is harassed, threatened, and almost loses her life more than once, but she's in this fight for the long haul.
    Book Recommendation : The Legacy of Luna by Julia Butterfly Hill
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    Sources: The Legacy of Luna by Julia Butterfly Hill https://www.juliabutterflyhill.com/julia/luna/ https://sanctuaryforest.org/programs/land-conservation/luna/ https://www.sfgate.com/green/article/Vandals-Slash-Giant-Redwood-Tree-sitter-Julia-3302945.php http://www.forestecologynetwork.org/julia.htm
    81: 69 - An Ode to Ian Jun 23, 2022
    Today we remember and honor the life of Danielle’s partner Ian along with all the smiles, laughs and immense love he left behind. We also discuss grief, in its many forms, and what life after death for the living can be like. Make sure you have your tissues for this one. We love you Ian.
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    80: Trail Tales 9 Jun 20, 2022
    Today’s stories include guardian spirits, trail stalkers, and the elusive Washington pineapple. All stories shared with consent.
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    79: People of the Parks - Kathryn Miles Jun 13, 2022
    In May of 1996, Lollie Winans and Julie Williams headed to Shenandoah National Park on a backpacking trip. They were two avid outdoor women who were in love and celebrating their relationship, new jobs, and moving in together. Several days into their trip they went missing and eventually park rangers found that they had been brutally murdered. To this day the case has still not been solved and investigations have slowed down, until now. In this episode we speak to investigative journalist Kathryn Miles. Kathryn recently published her newest book, Trailed: One Woman's Quest to Solve the Shenandoah Murders. She spent the past several years personally investigating this case discovering police cover ups, negligence in their investigations, lost records, and evidence that was never properly investigated. Today, she tells us about the evidence she has found, the likelihood of this cold case being solved, and how this horrific event has rocked the outdoor community.
    Book Recommendation : Trailed. One Women's Quest to Solve the Shenandoah Murders.
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    78: Premonition. Olympic National Park. Jun 06, 2022
    This month we take a trip back to Olympic National Park and get to know Jane Constantino – a young women who lived life to the fullest. Her adventures and subsequent brushes with death led her to Washington state, all in the hopes of checking off an item on her list. Perhaps driven by an ominous premonition, Jane explored the world and experienced life while she still had time. Time, that was cut short – just as she thought it would be.
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    Sources: A Rage To Kill – Ann Rule, National Park Foundation, WTA, Wikipedia (1), Wikipedia (2)
    77: People of the Parks - Rolf Peterson May 23, 2022
    For this People of the Park's Segment, we sit down with Dr. Rolf Peterson. Dr. Rolf Peterson is celebrated as a world authority on wolves and as an internationally recognized wildlife ecologist. We discuss his extensive and impressive career, conducting wolf and moose research in places like Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, Yellowstone National Park, and Isle Royale National Park. If you haven't listened to episode 61 - Caught in the Crosshairs yet, you're going to want to for this one. Rolf Peterson gives us invaluable insight into the role wolves play in the ecological health and balance of the landscape. He discusses his scientific findings from the longest predator prey study in the United States and gives us an inside look on what it is like to live and research inside Isle Royale National Park.
    Book Recommendation: The Wolves of Isle Royale: A Broken Balance. By Rolf Peterson
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    76: Buried Alive in the Australian Outback. May 16, 2022
    Join us this week as we head into the Australian Outback. In 2006 Ricky Megee was offered a job on the opposite side of the country. He accepted and packed his bags for a 55 hour road trip to begin his new adventures. When he comes across a group of men broken down on the side of the road, inside Australia's most desolate countryside, he stops to help them. These men aren't broken down though and shortly after, he wakes up buried alive hundreds of miles from any civilization, in one of the most unrelenting deserts on the planet.
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    sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ka0MVmd5Tes
    https://www.theguardian.com/world/2006/apr/14/australia.samjones
    https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/general-books/biography-autobiography/Left-For-Dead-Ricky-Megee-and-Greg-McLean-9781742372778
    https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2006/apr/16/99-pound-man-recounts-survival-story/
    75: The Bone Collector. Effigy Mounds National Monument. May 09, 2022
    National Parks, as most places do, have rules. And for good reason. It is expected as visitors that we abide by them, and it is also expected that Park Rangers not only uphold them themselves, but enforce them. But what happens when they don’t? What happens when those whose objective is to preserve, protect and enhance - turn their back on those very commitments? Today we venture to Iowa, to Effigy Mounds National Monument – a place rich with cultural history. This monument is famous for its hundreds of burial mounds and notorious for a scandal that disrupted those who were laid to rest within them.
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    74: Trail Tales 8 May 05, 2022
    Today’s stories include feisty goats, spooky skeptics, haunted trails, guardian angels and surviving a serial killer. (Outsiders – two bonus stories can be found on Patreon!) All stories shared with consent.
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    73: An Adventure Worth Dying For. Murchison Falls National Park. May 02, 2022
    Grab your lifejacket, a paddle, and your best dry-bag because this week we're heading to different countries throughout Africa to explore some of the best whitewater rapids in the world. We follow the extraordinary life of Hendrik Coetzee, an avid outdoorsman who finds his true love and passion on the white waters. Not only are these some of the best rapids in the world, they're also some of the most dangerous, and are filled with aggressive hippos and man-eating crocodiles. During his journey he experiences extreme challenges, faces cannibalistic tribes, has huge adrenaline rushes, parties hard, and falls in love. Someone who lives life on the edge like this though - can't sustain it forever.
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    Sources: Living the Best Day Ever by Hendrik Coetzee, London2Cape, WildWhispersAfrica, NPS
    72: A Martyr and a Murder. Everglades National Park. Apr 25, 2022
    In the late 1800's feathers were a huge fashion craze, to have them on your clothing was a signal of wealth and importance. To obtain these feathers, plume hunters decimated the fragile ecosystem and wading birds of the Everglades. The devastation caused an uproar and a call for conservation efforts to be put into place. Guy Bradley happily accepted the position as Game Warden and wildlife protector of the Everglades. He believed in the cause, and was willing to give his life for it. After his murder, the world finally took notice on what he was fighting so hard to protect.
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    Sources:
    Death in the Everglades - The Murder of Guy Bradley. America’s First Martyr to Environmentalism by Stuart B Melver, NPS, Smithsonian, Wild Birds Online, WLRN, Animals Mom
    71: Trail Tales 7 Apr 21, 2022
    Today’s stories include gut instincts, haunted happenings, park magic, more signs from the universe and respectful run ins with predators. Patreon bonus stories involve bears, dogs and staying safe in bear country. All tales shared with consent.
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    70: The Trailside Killer. Point Reyes National Seashore. Apr 18, 2022
    We turn to nature for so many reasons. To find peace, seek answers, to heal and more. It’s amazing what a simple walk in the woods can do for the soul and thus, why so many of us trek out into the wild in search of our own slice of magic. But not every person found in the forest is searching for the same. Some turn to nature not for magic, but to search for victims. Today we discuss the crimes of The Trailside Killer, who terrorized the trails and claimed the lives of at least 10 people in National and State Parks of northern California.
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    Sources:SF Gate (1), SF Gate (2), Santa Cruz Public Library, Serial Killers Podcast, Wikipedia, Murderpedia, Strange Outdoors
    69: Caught in the Crosshairs. Yellowstone National Park. Apr 11, 2022
    The relationship humans have with animals stretches back thousands of years. Animals provide us joy and companionship, can be the source of sadness or elicit fear. They can be our closest friends or our fiercest enemies, but out of all the species we share our planet with, there is one that evokes a greater range of human emotion than any other. An animal who has divided us and also unified us. Join us on another journey to Danielle’s favorite park, Yellowstone, where she shares the story of the American Wolf.
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    Sources:American Wolf, Yellowstone Park, National Geographic, Sierra Club, Daily Motion, Pounce Conservation, Wolf.org, NPR, NY Wolf, USDA, Center for Human-Carnivore Coexistence, Defenders of Wildlife, Washington Post, USA Today, PBS, International Wolf Center
    68: Trail Tales 6 Apr 07, 2022
    Today’s stories include stumbling across a body, cries for help, a ghostly encounter, camping in a graveyard, Icelandic lore, and a scary encounter … with a chicken? All tales shared with consent.
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    67: Great Smoky Mountains Murder. Apr 04, 2022
    Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited National Park in America. When park rangers discover a jeep that has crashed off the side of the road, they investigate. When they find a man inside who is deceased, they immediately suspect foul play. Their investigation brings them down a long family line of money, drugs, and death. In this twisted tale of a horrible fate, greed is the motive.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Sources: Oxygen, The Mountain Press
    66: In Dog We Trust. Iditarod National Historic Trail. Mar 28, 2022
    Bundle up it your warmest gear, because today we head to Alaska to discover the roots of the Iditarod National Historic Trail. Currently most infamous for “The Last Great Race on Earth” this trail was blazed by courageous people and our most loyal companions. The Iditarod is synonymous with sled dogs, but you may be surprised to learn the origin story you remember – isn’t entirely accurate. Come along as we uncover the true story of the Iditarod and celebrate its underdogs – both human and animal.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Sources Bureau of Land Management, Alaska Geographic, History, BBC, Wikipedia, Wikipedia (2), Alaska Sports Halls of Fame
    65: What is Buried Beneath the Sea? Biscayne National Park. (February Patreon Release) Mar 24, 2022
    Originally posted last month to Patreon for February’s bonus episode, in honor of Black History Month, we dive (literally) into an important and heartbreaking story which has been largely lost to time. This week we bring it to the surface, have difficult conversations and discuss the efforts the NPS, independent diving groups and historians have taken to rediscover what was lost to history and to the elements in order to honor its story in the present.
    Videos discussed in this episode: The Guerrero Project, The Hunt for the Slave Ship Guerrero
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    Sources Strangers Guide, Diving With a Purpose, History, ABC News, NPS, NPCA, YouTube, NPS Submerged Resources Center, TED Ed, Wikipedia
    64: Britain's Worst Caving Disaster. Yorkshire Dales National Park. Mar 21, 2022
    In June of 1967 10 people headed into the Mossdale Caverns, a cave system known for being dangerous and unexplored. These caver's mission was to explore unmapped passages and reveal new caving systems. When thunderstorms and torrential down pours suddenly flood the tunnels, the largest rescue mission in Britain's history ensues.
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    Micheal Melvin, Independent, Yorkshire Dales National Park, Youtube
    63: Where Was Walton? Sitgreaves National Forest. Mar 14, 2022
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    As humans, we have spent millennia advancing to this very moment. We have more collective knowledge and advancements in technology today than we ever have before. We have a lot of things figured out. We are comfortable, and for the most part, we are in control. But what if that all changed? What if something came along that flipped your world and the understanding of it, upside down? Today we head to Sitgreaves National Forest, to the location of the most documented alleged alien abduction in history to discuss the story of Travis Walton.
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    62: Abandon. National Park Ghost Towns. Mar 07, 2022
    Join us this week as we venture around the US to different National Parks.
    First stop is Cuyahoga National Park. A park that holds a lot of history and is a staple for conservation and restoration of it's resources. Here lies an abandon ghost town, where people were forced to vacate. Now all that is left are their homes and businesses, boarded up and abandon. Next we head to Wrangell St. Elias National Park in Alaska. The place of a once upon of time booming mining town. Today, it sits in the beautiful mountain sides abandon and filled with paranormal stories. Lastly, we go to Lake Mead, the deadliest National Park in the U.S. When the Hoover Damn was built, it submerged one of its towns underwater.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Sources: NPS, NPS (2), NPS (3), Atlas Obscura
    61: Trail Tales 5 Mar 03, 2022
    Today’s stories include bones in the desert, how mountain biking solved a cold case, witnessing a volcanic eruption, a run in with a serial killers long lost friend, disembodied chants, an unwelcome nightly visitor and signs from the universe. All tales shared with consent.
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    60: People of the Parks – Andrea Lankford Feb 28, 2022
    For our second installment of People of the Parks segment, we sit down with Andrea Lankford. We discuss her career in the NPS in units including The Grand Canyon and Yosemite, her celebrated literary works such as Ranger Confidential andher astonishing outdoor accomplishments. We talk about what it is like being a woman in the outdoors, how to be safe, and encourage all women to get outside. An avid believer in outdoor exploration, Andrea is an advocate of solo ventures for all.
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    59: Legend Has It. Nahanni National Park Reserve. Feb 21, 2022
    Who doesn’t love a good legend? Stories of vanished civilizations, ancient beasts and long-lost gold sink their hooks into us and leaving us wanting more.Legends that allude to things that are lost are exciting because they suggest at one point, they must have been discovered … and could quite possibly be found once again.
    This week we are back in Canada, in one of the most beautiful and least visited National Parks in North America to discuss some of the many legends it holds. Is there any truth to them? And who has died trying to find out?
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Sources: Parks Canada, National Geographic, Canada Archive, Wikipedia, Youtube, Strange Outdoors, Fodors Travel, Zenith City, Macleans, Peak Visor
    58: The Graveyard of the Pacific. Pacific Rim National Park Reserve Feb 14, 2022
    Have you ever wondered why some trails are created? In Pacific Rim National Park Reserve on the coast of Vancouver Island, is the West Coast Trail. A beautiful trail that attracts backpackers from all over the world every single year. It is full of lush greenery, beaches, and exciting wildlife. It's the perfect place to escape to for an adventure.
    But this trail wasn't created for backpackers. It was created for a different reason, to rescue survivors of shipwrecks off the coast. Here lives some of the most dangerous waters in the Pacific Ocean. In 1906 one of the most devastating shipwrecks happened. Due to bad weather conditions and mistakes in navigation, it crashed onto a reef, just out of reach of land. Passengers and crew members did everything they could to try to get to safety but the violent waves fought them every step of the way. Onlookers had no way to reach them to help, and stood by helplessly as people died.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Sources: National Geographic, History Link, Medium, MEC
    57: Trail Tales 4 Feb 10, 2022
    Today's stories include glitches in the matrix, near misses with cougars, disembodied screams in an archeological site and potential Bigfoot encounters. All stories shared with consent.
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    56: Dying for the Cause. Yosemite National Park Feb 07, 2022
    In today’s episode we head back to Yosemite to have a debate. National Parks were created “for the benefit and enjoyment of the people”, but what happens when that enjoyment is restricted? BASE jumping is the most dangerous sport in the world, but that doesn’t stop people from wanting to pursue it. National Parks are some of the best (and safest) places to enjoy the sport, but it’s illegal. Today we talk about the history of the sport, the reasons the NPS have prohibited it and those who have such a passion for it - they'll fight to the death for the right to participate in it.
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    Sources: NY Times, National Geographic, Outside, Wikipedia, Ranger Confidential, National Geographic (2), High Country News, SF Gate, Johnny Utah
    55: She Who Shapes the Sacred Land. Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Jan 31, 2022
    Grab your sunscreen, cameras and hiking shoes, this week we are heading to the incredibly diverse and magical landscapes of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. As we walk into these rainforests and barren volcanic landscapes, you can feel the mana, spiritual power, that lives here. Pele, the most revered goddess of Hawaiian Mythology, is to thank for the creation of these little islands. She has the power to destroy them and to create life. She is the spirit behind the two most active volcanoes in the entire world. Rumors have spread saying that to steal from the island is to steal from Pele and will make you cursed for many years. When people start experiencing bad luck, thousands of letters of apologies returning stolen rocks make their way to the park service. Is this curse real? Or is it actually more harmful than helpful?
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    54: Murder, Mystery and Medicine. Holyrood Royal Park. Jan 24, 2022
    In 1836 a discovery of 17 miniature coffins in Holyrood Royal Park in Scotland sparked a heated debate. Who created them, and what did the represent? Theories abound, but today we go back in time to explore one of the most widely accepted theories out there - that they represent the victims of the famed serial killers William Burke and William Hare.
    Youtube Video discussed about the coffins can be found here
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    Sources: University of Aberdeen, National Museum of Scotland , Historic UK, Wikipedia, Civitatis Edinburgh
    53: The Daring Escape of Ellen and William Craft. Boston African American National Historic Site. Jan 17, 2022
    This week we are traveling back in time to the 1800s. Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and we are taking a deep dive into one story in black history. We follow Freedom Seekers Ellen and William Craft on their 1,000 mile journey to the north. After being enslaved their entire lives, they decide to risk everything to find freedom and create a life they always wanted.
    It's not an easy journey, as Ellen disguises herself as a white male and William's enslaver. They face many challenges and people who would go to extreme lengths to make sure they never escape.
    The National Park Service not only preserves our wild landscapes and wildlife, but it also preserves history. The Boston African American National Historic Site preserves an important part of theirs.
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    Book: Running: A Thousand Miles for Freedom
    https://www.encyclopedia.com/history/encyclopedias-almanacs-transcripts-and-maps/ellen-craft https://www.nps.gov/articles/boston-s-underground-railroad.htm https://www.nps.gov/subjects/undergroundrailroad/language-of-slavery.htm

    52: The Man-Made Man-Eater. Jim Corbett National Park. Jan 10, 2022
    This week we cover the story of the Champawat tiger, the most deadly animal on record. In this week's episode Danielle tells us the tragic tale of this tiger, the lives she claimed and how it all began. A morbid story no doubt, but there is so much more to it than that. Underneath its terrifying outer skin, this story has layers of discussion regarding the repercussions of irresponsible wild land management, a sobering history of hunting in India and consequences of our collective actions - but with a twist. Jim Corbett was the Champawat's deadliest adversary, but eventually, he stood as her fiercest protector. Learn how Jim Corbett National Park came to be, and what we can do to be better stewards of our planet and those who share it with us through one of the most tragic stories in history.
    (Highly recommended) Book for this episode: No Beast So Fierce: The Terrifying True Story of the Champawat Tiger, the Deadliest Animal in History. For a deeper dive into Jim Corbett and the Tigers of Asia, Jim Corbett National Park and their conservation efforts as well as what you can do to help wild tigers, please visit Jim Corbett National Park and WWF
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    Sources: No Beast So Fierce by Dane Huckelbridge, WWF, Jim Corbett National Park, Wikipedia
    51: Surviving the Worst Weather on the Planet. White Mountain National Forest. Jan 03, 2022
    This week we are heading back to our home state of New Hampshire. This little state is full of big surprises as it is known for the worst weather on the entire planet. We dive into our knowledge of New Hampshire and the White Mountains (and add in some local tips for your visit) as we head to the slopes of Mount Washington. In January of 1982 two teenage climbers headed out to ice climb and summit but a horrible storm rolled in bringing snow, 140 mph winds and negative temperatures. When the Mountain Rescue Service goes out to help them, they find themselves in their own mission for survival. This is a story of extreme loss and tragedy and then redemption and strength.
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    Sources: Morning Journal, American Alpine Club, Union Leader, NY Times, YouTube
    50: Exile Island. Kalaupapa National Historic Site. Dec 27, 2021
    For the last episode of 2021, we are headed to the Hawaiian island of Molokai, home to one of the most remote peninsulas in the world. For over a century, thousands of people suffering from ma'i ho'oka'awale, or the “separating sickness” were ripped from their families and forced to the Kalaupapa peninsula, doomed to spend their lives in exile. The dark history of this National Park Historic Site is lightened by the resilience of the native Hawaiian people, their enduring spirit and their efforts to protect and preserve this sacred place.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
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    Sources: History Channel, Youtube, NPS, CDC, NPR
    49: Island of Death. New River Gorge National Park. Dec 20, 2021
    In this week's episode we head to New River Gorge National Park, the newest National Park in America. At face value, this new and beautiful park is full of fun activities and beautiful landscapes. But, if you dive deeper and really take a look at the smaller, less known areas, there are very dark stories that reside here. On an island called Red Ash Island, a place many visitors just pass right by without a second thought, lies a graveyard of over 200 people and their stories. This week we're taking a bigger look at old forgotten ruins and traveling way back in history to learn about what they once were.
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    Sources: NPS, Hellraisers Journal
    48: Lost And (Almost Never) Found. Madidi National Park. Dec 13, 2021
    As a young man in the early 1980’s, Yossi Ghinsberg, was drawn to South America with dreams and desires of exploring and experiencing lands untouched by the hand of the developed world. His adventure filled trip took a turn as he struggled alone, clinging to life in the depths of the Amazon. His amazing story of survival is brimming with inspiration, heartbreak, loss and mystery. Come along with us to Bolivia’s Madidi National Park, and learn how Yossi survived the jungle and was forever changed by his near-death experience.
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    Sources: Lost in the Jungle: A Harrowing true Story of Adventure and Survival by Yosseph Ghinsberg, Bolivian Life, Jungle – 2017 film
    47: Trail Tales 3 Dec 06, 2021
    Our mix of stories today include a spirit on the trail, amazing animal rescues and a tragic death by animal, stumbling across skulls on the trail and surviving a glacial fall.
    All stories shared with the permission of submitting parties

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    46: Missing in Death Valley National Park Nov 29, 2021
    When a family of 4 travel all the way from Germany to the United States for a National Park trip, they head into Death Valley National Park during some of their hottest days. While on a mission to look for illegal drug activity in the park, a ranger discovers their vehicle in an extremely remote area. A massive search ensues, but some believe they may have vanished on purpose.
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    45: The Dingo Did It. Ulru Kata-Tjuta National Park Nov 22, 2021
    “A dingoes got my baby!”. You may have heard this phrase in a parody in pop culture over the years. But do you know the tragic true story behind it?
    !Warning! This story contains content relating to the death of an infant.
    Forty-one years ago, the Chamberlain family went on Holiday to the Australian outback. But on their second night, their idyllic getaway turned to tragedy when their young child was taken in the night from their tent. What ensued was a modern-day Australian witch hunt, one in which a mother was vilified – and painted by the media as a monster who was desperate to cover up a horrendous crime. For thirty years Lindy Chamberlain and her family stood firmly in their account of what happened on August 17th, 1980, maintaining their innocence for thirty years – maintaining that their hands were clean … because the dingo did it.
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    44: Escaping the Flames. Idaho Panhandle National Forests. Nov 15, 2021
    In the summer of 1910, the United States saw the worst fire in history. It burned over 3 million acres of the Rocky Mountain ranges and it killed over 80 people. Join us as we uncover how these days unfolded and the chaos that ensued before organizations like smokejumpers and hotshot crews were created.
    In this episode we follow Ed Pulaski, an assistant ranger for the U.S forest service, as he tries to save his fellow firefighters when they get caught in the midst of the flames. He will go to any means necessary to get them out alive, even if that meant turning a gun on his own crew.
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    43: Reclaiming The Rock. Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Nov 08, 2021
    Alcatraz Island is synonymous with prison. Almost every book, TV show and movie portrays this rocky island in San Francisco Bay as a place where big name gangsters like Al Capone or Alvin Karpis were locked away. But what you may not know is that this same location renowned for violence and incarceration also served as a beacon of peace and symbol of regaining freedom. After hundreds of years of people avoiding it and risking bullets in their backs to escape it, there was time that people risked it all to gain access to the island, and who repeatedly returned despite being forcibly removed. This week we welcome Native Heritage Month by learning about The Occupation of Alcatraz.
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    Sources: National Congress of American Indians, Legends of America, NPS,Wikipedia, Alcatraz History, History, Mashable
    42: Witches, Curses, and Underground Tunnels. Salem Maritime National Historic Site Oct 31, 2021
    Happy Halloween!
    It is officially the spookiest day of the year, but it is also the end of spooky season. We could not finish off Spooky season without traveling to the iconic town of Salem Massachusetts. Salem is famously home to the witch hysteria of the late 1600's but there is a lot more history to this New England town. Join us as we dive into the history of how Halloween started, the witch trials, and the lengthy history of the Maritime Salem Historic Site. A site that now preserves over 600 years of global trading and a history of underground tunnels that still lie beneath the town today. We dive deep into the illegal activities that took place here, the old brothels, and haunted souls that never left them. This is Salem Massachusetts being looked at in a way you just may have never seen before.
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    Sources: Massachusetts: Mercy Tavern (spookeats.com) The Ghosts of Salem Tour | Salem Family Friendly Ghost Tour (ghostcitytours.com) The History of Trick-or-Treating - HISTORY

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    41: People of the Parks - Kevin Grange Oct 25, 2021
    In this segment, we will be having conversations with people who are involved with the NPS. Rangers, paramedics, historians, those who work in conservation, etc. As we have gotten deeper into research for the show, our love and appreciation for those who dedicate their time, expertise and passion to the park system as grown deeper as well.
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    40: Three Points of No Return. Bermuda Triangles of North America Oct 25, 2021
    It’s safe to say you have heard of the Bermuda Triangle. That terrifying slice of sea that swallows ships whole and plucks planes out of the air. But did you know this isn’t the only place where strange phenomena occurs? There are other triangles to be feared. Places in our world that you can unknowingly walk straight into, and never return from.
    This week we visit Yosemite National Park’s Tenaya Canyon, where an alleged curse is to blame for deaths and mishaps, Vermont’s Green Mountain National Forest where a string of disappearances left locals dumb founded, and to Alaska’s final frontier – to the triangle responsible for over 16,000 lost souls.
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    Sources: NY Times, Legends of America, Legends of America (2), All That's Interesting, Strange Outdoors, Wikipedia, LA Times, Britannica, Off The Wall: Death in Yosemiteby Michael Ghiglieri and Charles Farabee

    39: Día de los Muertos. Parque Nacional Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatepetl Oct 18, 2021
    The fall is the spookiest time of year. People from around the world have traditions for this season. Death, lore, and hauntings seem to be at the forefront of everyone's minds. Join us this week as we head into Mexico and join one of the most famous celebration in the world, Dia de los Muertos, Day of the dead. Many people believe that this is Mexico's version of Halloween, although there are some parallels, this could not be farther from the truth. We discuss the ancient love story that created the volcanoes of Parque Nactional Iztaccihuatl. Come talk about burial practices and bone washing with us. We will visit the elaborate and colorful celebrations that surround these days along with ancient beliefs of what will happen to you when you die. Today we will not mourn the dead, but celebrate and honor them.
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    38: The Woman, The Myth, The Legend. Six Rivers National Forest. Oct 11, 2021
    When someone mentions “Bigfoot”, a mental image pops into your mind, and we can take a pretty good guess on which one it is. A large, dark ape walking on two legs, head turned and arms swinging mid stride. You think of this particular snapshot because it’s everywhere. This iconic image is donned on apparel, signs, magazine covers and more. But do you know where it came from?
    This week we travel to northern California and into Six Rivers National Forest to learn how this immortalized image was captured, what happened in the aftermath, and how it changed the world of cryptozoology. Listen along as we debate the likelihood of this infamous creature existing, or not. Is it hiding out in the wildest corners of the world? Or does it exist only in the imagination of believers? We will give you the information from both sides of the Bigfoot fence, but it’s up to you to decide … do you believe?
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    Sources: Idaho State University, National Geographic, BBC, Outside Online, Wikipedia, Canadian Encyclopedia, Cowboys & Indians, BFRO, South China Morning Post, Sasquatch History, Discover Magazine, The Experimenters
    37: Lore and Lingering Spirits. Haunted National Park Trails Oct 04, 2021
    Happy October, spooky season has started!
    Bring all of your hiking gear, plenty of water, and a ghost meter. We are kicking off the season by traveling all over the country to different National Parks and hiking along their most haunted trails. Join us as we travel to Channel Islands NP and visit a ghost who claimed the island as his own and cursed the island as he died there. Wear you best hiking shoes as we head onto the trails of Rocky Mountain NP where spirits and deadly legends reside. Feel the lake shore breeze in your hair as we travel in the same footsteps as Diana of the Dunes, a feminist and conservationist, that never left the place she fought to protect. Come with us as we head down a trail in the Grand Canyon with no water sources, 1000 foot cliff drops and over 100 ghosts that walk the area. Keep your family and children close as we discover the darkest native lore that live within the deep forests of the Great Smoky Mountains.
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    Sources: Haunted Hikes by Maren Horjus. Piddlin. Weird California. Historical Society of Ogeden Dunes. Sangre De Cristo.
    36: An Island Murder Mystery. Galapagos National Park. Sep 27, 2021
    This week we travel overseas and back in time to visit Galapagos National Park. Floreana, a small island in the archipelago has acted as a siren, lulling people from all over the world to her shores. Although her call was heard by many - some wanted her all to themselves. Come along as we learn about the history of the island, and discuss a real life Clue story, where we ponder 'who dunnit?' in what has gone down in history as the Galapagos Affair.
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    Sources for this episode: The Galapagos Affair: Satan Came to Eden the 2011 Documentary directed by Dayna Goldfine and Dan Geller. The Galapagos Conservancy, The Smithsonian , National Geographic , Wikipedia , The Culture Trip , Encyclopedia Britannica
    35: Trail Tales 2 Sep 20, 2021
    We asked, you delivered. Welcome to our second Trail Tale episode where we share stories from you – to you! Our mix of stories today include personal tragedies, animal attacks and otherworldly experiences. Thank you to everyone who submitted a story – keep them coming! All stories shared with the permission of submitting parties
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    34: Amazing Animals - Rescue Stories from Parks Around the World Sep 13, 2021
    Bring a passport because this week we're not only going to more than one park, but we are traveling around the world to get to them. In this episode we will explore a series of short amazing stories from around the globe. We are exploring almost unbelievable incidents of animals who rescue people, other species than their own, and even the environment.
    Join us as we head to Serengeti National Park for the Great Migration and an unlikely hero who resides there. Keep your toddler close as we head to the National forests of Montana where a grizzly bear is acused of abducting a child. Pack a life vest as we head into the most dangerous waters in the world, located in a New Zealand National Park, where being consumed by a shark is a real threat. Meet Lady, the only survivor of her kind after poachers demolished her pride. Join us for these stories, and so much more. These stories will make you really begin to think - Do animals have emotions and feelings? Can they sympathize with others? Are animals people too?
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    Sources: When Animals Rescue: Amazing True Stories about Heroic and Helpful Creatures by Belinda Recio. National Geographic. Huffington Post. Serengeti National Park.
    33: Presumed Dead. Kings Canyon National Park. Sep 06, 2021
    Have you ever wondered what it was like to witness your own death? Your friends, siblings, parents – even your wife – have moved on. Accepted you as dead. There may have not been a body – but you went missing, deep in the Sierra Nevadas. But what if you survived? After weeks on end, alone and on the brink of starvation – you make it, returning home as a hero. Only to find the world you left behind is much different. Then, the same arms that welcomed you home as a hero push you away, and question your entire story. This nightmare was very real for Lieutenant David Steeves, who went missing in Kings Canyon National Park, returned from the grave and had his miraculous story of survival doubted – for the rest of his life.
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    Sources: Red Book Magazine. The Big Carnival. Wikipedia. Sequoia Parks Conservancy.
    32: A Desolate Prison. Dry Tortugas National Park Aug 30, 2021
    Join us this week as we head to Dry Tortugas National Park, but before we can go there we need to take a deep dive into some U.S history. Were going all the way back to the 1860's into the Civil War and following along with John Wilkes Booth as he assassinates Abraham Lincoln. Brush up on your horseback riding skills because we are going to be joining him as he flees on horseback into rural Virginia.
    John Wilkes Booth wasn't alone though. He had accomplices and they are going to have to pay the price for conspiring with him. When a friend Dr. Samuel Mudd gets convicted after helping John when he is injured fleeing, he is sent to the most desolate prison in the United States. Fort Jefferson in Dry Tortugas. The conditions here are horrid and being imprisoned in a place surrounded by ocean, there is no escape.... Or is there?
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    31: Swallowed by the Jungle. Corcovado National Park. Aug 23, 2021
    This week we are abroad... again! With so many National Parks around the world, we can’t help but venture to far off lands. Someone else who had that urge, was Cody Roman Dial. The son of a National Geographic explorer and field biologist, Cody (who preferred to go by his middle name, Roman) followed right in his father’s footsteps. His own travels brought him all over the world, on extraordinary adventures most of us could only dream of. His final adventure brought him to Costa Rica, where he walked into the jungle for the last time. Come along with us as we learn about Roman’s life, disappearance, and the lengths his family went to find out what happened to their son.
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    Sources: The Adventurers’ Son by Roman Dial. Wikipedia. NY Times. Mens Journal. Environmental Justice Atlas. The Tico Times.
    30: Room 873 - Hauntings of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel Aug 16, 2021
    Join us this week as we head to one of the most beautiful places in all of Canada, Banff National Park. In the 1800's settlers realized that with the beauty of this area, money and tourism was a huge opportunity. They decided to build a beautiful hotel in the heart of Banff National Park. What they weren't expecting when it was built, was all the spirits that would never leave and the mystery that lives in room 873.
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    Sources: Connection Canada. Haunted Placed.Paranorms. The Line Up.
    29: Death By Lion. Tsavo National Park Aug 09, 2021
    Man eaters. Two words that send shivers down your spine, that spark a deep, primal fear. Words that elicit dread, make your eyes widen, heart pump and legs tingle. Come along with us as we spend this week in Africa discussing the famous Tsavo man eating lions – with a twist. The grisly tale of what happened here in 1898 is undoubtedly among the most notorious tragedies in Kenya, but what can we learn from it? What drives lions to hunt humans, and will they ever stop?
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    Sources: The Lions of Tsavo - Exploring the Legacy of Africa’s Most Notorious Man Eaters. Smithsonian. Carnige Museum of Natural History. Washington Post. African Wildlife Foundation. Live Science. Free Range American.


    28: A Broken Neck and Endless Crevasses - Surviving Denali National Park Aug 02, 2021
    This week we are heading deep into Denali National Park to summit Mount Foraker, the third tallest summit in the United States. Bring your ice picks and crampons because we are going to be climbing for this one.
    When Colby Coombs, Tom Walter, and Ritt Kellog head out on a mountaineering expedition together the weather created a huge obstacle. With inches of snow falling everyday, huge crevasses, and avalanche conditions, this was no easy trek.
    When an avalanche hits, trajedy stikes and leaves one climber with a broken neck. Making it back alive is going to be nearly impossible.
    Based from the book and true story: In the Zone: Epic Survival Stories from the Mountaineering World by Peter Potterfield
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    27: The Man Who Went Down With His Mountain. The Eruption of Mount St. Helens Jul 26, 2021
    This week we trek to our first National Monument! The 1980 Mount St. Helen’s eruption was the largest in US history, and claimed over 50 lives. Listen along as we meet one of the victims, Harry Truman, who left his mark on the mountain and who’s legacy lives on in the PNW.
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    Sources: Truman of St. Helens by Shirley Rosen. Wikipedia. USGS. US National Archives. Smithsonian.
    26: The Widower - Rocky Mountain National Park Jul 19, 2021
    This week we are taking you into Rocky Mountain National Park, make sure you bring your hiking shoes and poles, because we are going to be heading off trail for this one. For this episode we are going to be diving deep into the lives of Harold and Toni Henthorn. When the couple first got married and fell in love, things seemed wonderful. Slowly overtime though, red flags begin to emerge in this not so perfect marriage. When they head into the park for their wedding anniversary and Toni mysteriously dies, Harold is the first suspect. But no one could have ever guessed the lies he had told and what his previous life entailed.
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    Sources: 48 hours: The Accidental Husband (s. 30 e. 46) Daily Mail. People.com. Rolling Stone. Frommers.
    25: Shifting Sands. Big Bend National Park. Jul 12, 2021
    This week we take a journey through twists and turns to el despoblado – “the uninhabited land.” Big Bend National Park is a place on the far reaches of civilization that stands impartial as the troubles and toils of existence play out Most of the beings here are in a fight for their lives, struggling every single day just to ensure they see another. But what if that wasn’t the case? What if, despite all efforts, all wants and desires, you wanted to die ... but couldn’t?
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: Pandora's Box: Unleashing Evil, Death Wish. Death in Big Bend - True Stories of Death & Rescue in Big Bend National Park by Laurence Parent. Medium.com. NPS.
    24: Forrest Fenn's Treasure, Death and Crime. Yellowstone and Beyond. Jul 05, 2021
    Forrest Fenn was dying when he decided to come up with a treasure hunt. He had plans to give 2 million dollars worth of his gold and treasures to anyone that could find where he hid it. He wrote a poem with 9 clues that would lead one lucky person somewhere into the Rocky Mountains. What he wasn't counting on was all the people that would die, the destruction it would cause, and the crimes that he himself would become a victim of.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources:Chasing the Thrill - Obsession, Death, and Glory in America's Most Extraordinary Treasure Hunt by Daniel Barbarisi. Medium.com. Jackson Hole News. CBS News.

    23: Lights in the Sky. Great Sand Dunes National Park Jun 28, 2021
    For this week’s adventure, we are heading to somewhere that prides itself on exploration of the Park after dark. Bring those night vision goggles and an open mind as we travel to Colorado’s Great Sand Dunes National Park where we discuss one of the state’s longest running unsolved mystery - the case of Snippy the horse, lights in the sky above Colorado, and contemplate the age-old question – are we alone?
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: Wikipedia. Dark Sky Association. Colorado National Park Trips. UFO Watchtower. NPS.
    22: The Strange Disappearance of Glen and Bessie Hyde. Grand Canyon National Park Jun 21, 2021
    Bring your life preserves, lots of food and water, and a camera! We are taking you down an epic trip in the Grand Canyon down the Colorado River in a sweep scow boat. When newly wed couple, Glen and Bessie Hyde set out to the Grand Canyon to set records as the fastest river runners and the first woman to ever run the canyon, they had high hopes but just after a month on their journey they disappear. Their disappearance is anything but normal and they seem to just vanish into thin air. This sparks lots of rumors and theories of what could have happened to them and brings us on a long journey of possibilities. It even makes us question the motives and who people are even years later.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: Wikipedia. Strange Outdoors. Listverse. NAU.
    21: Little Islands. The Dark History of America’s National Parks Jun 14, 2021
    To celebrate National Indigenous History Month, we take a step back in history as Danielle flips back the pages of time and brings us to a dark chapter in US history. National Parks, some of our favorite places in the world, were once home to thousands of Native Peoples. Today we are familiar with why National Parks were created – to protect land and resources from development, and "for the benefit and enjoyment of the people", but do we really know how they were created? The lands we benefit from and enjoy today came at the expense of others, others who lived and worshiped on those same lands for millennia. Lands that were stolen.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: The Atlantic. NPS. Phys. Scientific American. Parks.ca. NCSL. Smithsonian. The Conversation. NPS. Outside. Wikipedia. Grand Canyon Guru.
    20: The World's Highest Graveyard. Sagarmatha National Park Jun 07, 2021
    Pack all of your cold weather gear, trash bags, and oxygen tanks. We are heading to the highest mountain in the world, Mount Everest in Sagarmatha National Park. In the past 80 years over 300 people have died on this mountain and many of their bodies have never been recovered.
    While tourism to summit Mount Everest has brought money to the country of Nepal it has also brought a huge problem, litter. In a climate where survival is more important than being respectful to our planet, over 100,000 pounds of trash have been left ontop of Mount Everest, cantaminating their water resources. Today we will join a group of Nepali Sherpas who head out to summit Mount Everest to rid it's peaks of garbage but to also recover bodies, something that has never before been done. We will join them on this crueling 29 day adventure where each one of their lives is at risk every single day. With avalanches, freezing temperatures, and oxygen levels not compatible with survival, this team has a lot of obstacles to overcome if they are to make it out alive.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: Documentary - Death Zone. CMM. Sky News. NBC News.The Guardian.
    19: Panthers and Crocodiles and Death, Oh My! Everglades National Park. May 31, 2021
    Fasten your seat belts folks, we are in for a wild ride. Come along if you dare as we wade through Everglades National Park. Walking the line between elegant and eerie, dynamic and deadly this is a Park with danger around every murky corner. The largest wilderness East of the Mississippi has larger than life stories, and we have just barley skimmed the surface.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources for this episode: DOI. Muderpedia. Wikipedia. Mysterious Universe. Naples Daily News. Fire Rescue 1. News Press. Ozy. AP News. BAAA.
    18: Night of the Grizzles - Part 2 - Glacier National Park May 24, 2021
    Welcome back Night of the Grizzlies - Part 2.
    Bring your medical supplies, this is a rescue mission to find and save these two missing girls who just suffered horrific bear attacks. And bring a pencil and a pad of paper because at the end of this story were going to have a lesson in bear safety and what you will need to do if you ever encounter one.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Source for this episode: Night of the Grizzlies by Jack Olson
    17: Night of the Grizzlies - Part 1 - Glacier National Park May 17, 2021
    This week we are taking you deep into the backcountry where the world is still wild and unpredictable. The views may be beautiful but this is no time to get distracted because you never know what might be lurking in the thick brush of Glacier National Park. On this trip you’re going to need to stay alert, bring all of your gear, and bring plenty of protection.
    For this episode we will be retelling the story of Night of the Grizzlies by Jack Olson, A true story that took place in Glacier National Park during the summer of 1967. The events that took place this summer built up to TWO catastrophic incidents that would change the way we look at Grizzly bears forever. And this is just the beginning....
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Source: Night of the Grizzlies by Jack Olson
    16: Mistake or Malice? Zion National Park May 10, 2021
    Set aside your fear of heights and keep an open mind as we embark on the Observation Point Trail in Zion National Park – the same trail where Patricia Bottarini lost her life. Today, 24 years later, whether her death was a result of an ill intentioned husband or a tragic accident is not clear. In this week’s episode listen as Danielle walks us through the events leading up to her death, and the controversy that followed.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: Dispatch Argus. NWI Times. Desert News. US Department of Interior. Alpinist. Death in Zion National Park: Stories of Accidents and Foolhardiness in Utah's Grand Circle.
    15: Stranded in Isle Royale National Park with Windigo May 03, 2021
    Pack your bags and bring plenty of supplies, who knows how long you will be joining us in Isle Royale National Park. In this episode we are taking you back to the 1800s during the Copper Rush around Lake Superior. When an indigenous woman and her French-Canadian voyageur husband are asked to head to Isle Royale to scope out copper they agree to stay there for three months during the summer, but when no one comes back for them they need to figure out how to survive the harsh winter of northern Michigan. With starvation and the spirit of Windigo lurking, surviving this winter is going to be extremely difficult.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: Mikel B. Classen On The Road. Canadian Connections. Encyclopedia.com.
    Links to background music used in this episode:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1o3cOH70C-0
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gQd2owV2aE&t=136s
    14: Spirits of the Stanley. Rocky Mountain National Park. Apr 26, 2021
    Pack your overnight back and don’t forget to sign the guest book, this week we are headed to one of the most famous - and haunted - hotels in America. Bordering Rocky Mountain National Park, for over 100 years the walls of this building have been filled with laughter, music and joy, but those same walls have also trapped spirits - spirits who have no problem making their presence known. Today, we are checking into the Stanley Hotel.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: It Happened in Rocky Mountain National Park by Phyllis J Perry. Legends of America. Coloradoan. Visit Estes Park. Stanley Hotel. Wikipedia. Colorado National Park Trips.
    13: A Fatal Lightning Strike and the Jenny Lake Rangers - Grand Teton National Park Apr 19, 2021
    Check the weather before you head out on this adventure and leave any metal objects at home. In this episode we head to Grand Teton National Park and follow the journey of a group of climbers from Idaho who head out to summit the Grand Teton. When a lightning bolt hits 6 climbers at once, their only chance of survival are the Jenny Lake Rangers, the most elite group of rescue climbers in the entire United States National Park system. Come follow along with their journey, based from the book and true story, A Bolt from the Blue by Jennifer Woodlief.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: A Bolt From the Blue by Jennifer Woodleif
    12: How Not To Die. Yellowstone Edition Apr 12, 2021
    Grab your notebooks and sharpen those pencils, it’s time to take notes on how to not die in Yellowstone. Designated as the world’s first national park, Yellowstone is unique in so many ways. From its distinct thermal features, various species of iconic wildlife and picturesque landscapes this park draws in millions of visitors annually. 149 years of people flooding the gates, roadways and trails has left Yellowstone with its fair share of tragedy. So much in fact, that hundreds of stories have filled thousands of pages in our history books. As with every historical event, there is always a lesson to be found. Usually, a lesson of what not to do. Sadly, humans have a way of ignoring those messages and are doomed to repeat history again and again. Come along as Danielle and Cassie discuss disastrous tales of death in Yellowstone, and if you listen closely and are open to learning something new, you may just survive your next visit.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: Death in Yellowstone: Accidents and Foolhardiness in the First National Park. NPS. Washington Post. NPS Suffragettes.
    11: Mercy or Murder? Carlsbad Caverns National Park Apr 05, 2021
    Grab your camping gear and make sure you bring plenty of water. This might be a good time to leave your best friend at home. This week we are taking you to Carlsbad Caverns National Park. When two friends from Boston head out on a cross-country road trip to California, they stop at Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico to camp for the night. What was supposed to be a one night camping trip ends up being longer than either of them expected and only one of them makes it out alive. Join us this week as we take you down this journey of twists and turns that will make you question your own morals and what you might be capable of doing in dire situations.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources for the episode: NY Times. South Coast Today. LA Times.
    National Park After Dark Trailer Mar 30, 2021
    Welcome to National Park After Dark. Join us every week as we explore the dark side of our beloved National Parks.
    10: Bodies in Water. Olympic National Park. Mar 29, 2021
    Keep your eyes on the road and be aware of your surroundings. Come along with us as we wade through Olympic National Park’s Lake Crescent - beautiful waters that harbor some truly dark stories. This lake has drawn in people from around the world with its beauty, calling out like a siren. But just like the storied mermaids who use their enchanting calls to lure in sailors, the waters of this lake have drawn in many unfortunate souls that eventually meet a watery demise.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources for the episode: Olympic National Park Trips. The Seattle Times. Peninsula Daily News. Seattle PI.
    9: Patagonia. The Death of a Conservation Legend Mar 22, 2021
    Grab your passports and your life jackets. In our very first episode completely dedicated to a National Park abroad, we head to Patagonia. In this episode we explore the iconic lives of Kris and Doug Tompkins and all the strides they've made in the world of conservation. Unfortunately, in the midst of these accomplishments, Doug passed away in a tragic kayaking accident. We discuss exactly what happened the day of his death and the extreme conditions that led to his demise. This power couple, even amongst tragedy, inspires the world to do better and to take action to save the environment.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: National Geographic. Gear Junkie. Tompkins Conservation.
    8: Celebrating Women’s History Month: Women of Our National Parks Mar 15, 2021
    Throughout history, women of all ages, backgrounds and ethnicity have made monumental impacts on National Parks here in the US and throughout the world. But why don't we learn about them? Men like John Muir and Theodore Roosevelt make frequent appearances in our history books when it comes to National Park history, but as the old saying goes - behind every great man is an even greater woman. So in that spirit - ladies, let's get in formation. In honor of Women's History Month we want to share stories a sampling of stories from the great women of the past and present.
    Women in Parks Program: The National Park Foundation has launched a fund to support the NPS share a more comprehensive and inclusive American narrative that amplifies the voices of women.
    The Thin Green Line: An organization dedicated to protecting nature’s protectors by providing vital support to Park Rangers and their communities who are the front-line of conservation.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources for this episode: NPCA. NPS. Mental Floss. National Geographic. Switch Back Kids. Mongabay News. IUCN.
    7: Cannibals in the Great Smoky Mountains? Mar 08, 2021
    Bring your hiking boots and pack all your summer camping gear. We are taking you to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This episode is inspired by a viral Tik Tok video that surfaced with the claims of cannibals living inside the park and specifically, these cannibals are the reason for the long time debated disappearance of 6 year old, Dennis Martin. We're diving deep into this entire investigation of his disappearance, day by day, and debunking the mystery of what could have happened to him. Is it possible that he was abducted by cannibalistic people inside the park? Tune in and find out.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources for the episode: NPS. Knox News.
    6: The Greatest Tragedy. Mount Rainier National Park. Mar 01, 2021
    Mt. Rainier has been the site of more than 400 recorded deaths since it was established as a National Park in 1899. Tragedy is no stranger of the glaciated peak with causes of death including climbing accidents, falls, avalanches, murder and suicide. However this 75 year old accident still holds the solemn title for the single greatest tragedy in the history of the park. Strap in and hold on tight as Danielle talks us through the Curtis Commando R5C crash of 1946.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: The Spokesman Review. Medium. Seattle PI. History Link. The Mountaineers.
    5: Trail Tales 1 Feb 22, 2021
    Gather round as we share stories from you, to you in our first ever listener episode! From UFOs to the paranormal, spooky findings and search and rescue missions, you really nailed it! All stories shared with the permission of submitting parties
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    4: A Serial Killer in Yosemite Feb 14, 2021
    Pack all your things, bring your camera and make sure to have a friend with you at all times. And whatever you do, make sure you do NOT open the door for strangers. This week we are heading to Yosemite to discuss the gruesome murders that happened there in 1999 which left the park a ghost town for months.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: History.com. ABC News. CBS News.
    3: Death in Denali. Carnivores of Katmai. Feb 08, 2021
    Pack all your gear and don’t forget the bear spray as we head out to Alaska. In this week’s episode, Cassie starts us off in Denali National Park and recounts the tragic tale of the deadliest climbing accident in the Park’s history. Then, Danielle takes us to Katmai National Park where she shares with us the tragic demise of grizzly bear researcher and advocate Timothy Treadwell.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: 5280 Magazine. Only In Your State. Grizzly Man (Documentary). Yellowstone by Bearman. Wikipedia.
    2: Mammoth Mysteries. Mammoth Cave National Park. Feb 01, 2021
    Grab your flashlight and stick with the group as we enter Mammoth Cave National Park. With hundreds of miles of caves and thousands of years of history, it's easy to get lost in here. Come listen as Danielle guides us through the Park's colorful and at times, dark, past. Hear the stories of those who have explored, lived and died in these caves, and perhaps never left.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources: National Geographic. Oh Ranger. How Stuff Works. Smithsonian. National Parks Traveler.
    1: Unsolved. Shenandoah and Acadia National Park. Jan 25, 2021
    Lace up those hiking boots and get ready to enter Shenandoah and Acadia National Park. In the first episode of National Park After Dark, listen along as Cassie and Danielle tell the tragic tales of Julianne Williams, Lollie Winans and Leslie Spellman – three women who came to explore these parks, but never left.
    We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
    Sources for this episode: Death in Acadia: And Other Misadventures in Maine's National Park. Fox Bangor. Savage Watch. Appalachian Trail Mysteries. NBC Washington. Blue Ridge Outdoors. Strange Outdoors.

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