National Park After Dark

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Trail Tales 22 Jan 30, 2023

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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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Diana of the Dunes: Indiana Dunes National Park Jan 23, 2023

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Alice Mabel Gray was nicknamed 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 story. 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.
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Trail Tales 21 Jan 19, 2023

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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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A Strand in the Web: Torngat Mountains National Park Jan 16, 2023

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In July 2013, while camping in Torngat Mountains National Park in northern Labrador, Matt Dyer was pulled from his tent by a polar bear. He was ultimately saved, but the experience would live with him forever.
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Stranded: Devils Tower National Monument Jan 09, 2023

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George Hopkins was a thrill seeker, parachuting out of planes more times than anyone on record in 1941. While he's after more jumps, he first wants to do something no one else would - 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.
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Trail Tales 20 Jan 05, 2023

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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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End of Watch: Mount Rainier National Park Jan 02, 2023

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*Please note, this episode includes descriptions of domestic violence and an active shooting*
When an active shooter enters Mount Rainier National Park on New Years day 2012, National Park Law Enforcement Ranger 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
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Swimming the Colorado River: Grand Canyon National Park Dec 26, 2022

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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.
For the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials:
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Trail Tales 19 Dec 22, 2022

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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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Death Wish: Joshua Tree National Park Dec 19, 2022

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People put a big emphasis on living but 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.
For the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials:
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