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 ...
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221: One of Seven. The Disappearance of Joe Halpern. Rocky Mountain
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Hundreds of people go missing in US National Parks every year. While many of those cases eventually find resolve, some people, like Joe Halpern, remain missing as the seasons change and the decades pass. Despite the passing of time, loved ones never forget their people who wandered into the woods and were swallowed by the trees - and they’ll do eve…
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Today’s stories include life saving butterflies, bobcat guardians, hotdog man rescues, baby trail snacks, puke curses, angel friends, madness at Mesa Verde and shitty situations. Outsiders Only bonus stories available for Patreon and Apple Subscribers! We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy th…
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219: The Disappearance of Everett Ruess ft. Locations Unknown
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Today we are joined by Mike and Joe, hosts of the Locations Unknown Podcast, as we dive into one of Utah's greatest enduring mysteries. Everett Ruess was a poet, artist, and writer who had dreams of leaving modern society behind to live in and explore the American West. When his family stopped receiving letters from him, and no one heard from or ha…
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Today’s stories include hooting in the wrong places, being at the right place at the right time, being Bigfoot, seeing Bigfoot, hot springs horror, ghost relatives and honestly, probably too much poop talk. Outsiders Only bonus stories available for Patreon and Apple Subscribers! We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out…
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217: The Value of Bones. Dinosaur National Monument.
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Today we talk all things dinosaurs! First we dive into an ongoing case of poaching over 1 million dollars worth of dinosaur fossils from Utah. After, we talk about why some are so valuable, the celebrities with private collections, their history, and the National Parks that preserve them. We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when y…
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216: Beyond the Bear. Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site.
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Hugh Glass is best known for his incredible survival story. After being mauled by a grizzly, being left for dead and dragging himself nearly 250 miles across the country - his story, or at least a version of it, has been immortalized in the film The Revenant. But Hugh’s life goes beyond his encounter with the bear - what came before and after are j…
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Today’s stories include an Oregon disappearance, tuck and rolling, tiger eyes, solo cougars, mystery lights, accidental bear selfies, haunted castles and being at the right place at the right time. Outsiders Only bonus stories available for Patreon and Apple Subscribers! We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, r…
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214: Queen of the Skies. Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site.
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Bessie Coleman was the first woman to get her International Pilots License. She was also the first African American woman to become a stunt pilot and perform around the country. When her rising stardom and unyielding attitude towards racism and segregation leads to her questionable death, outrage sparks around the country. We love our National Park…
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213: The Book Women of Appalachia. Cumberland Gap National Historical Park.
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In the midst of the worst economic disaster in US History, hope was being carried through the rural communities tucked amongst the rugged mountains of eastern Kentucky. The Pack Horse Library Project sent women on horseback through the most remote regions of the Cumberland Mountains to deliver reading materials to isolated homes and communities. Th…
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Today’s episode is a very special one - all about signs, synchronicities and loved ones showing their love no matter how far away they seem. Learn more about Danielle’s grief retreat 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 s…
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211: A Lightning Strike Rescue. Yosemite National Park.
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On July 27, 1985 a group of 5 people climbed Half Dome, one of the most prominent and known rock-faces inside the park. A summer storm formed over the summit, but despite the dangers, they continued on. By the end of the day, 2 people were dead and three were critically injured after being struck by lightning, sparking an intense nighttime helicopt…
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210: The Lost Boy. Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument.
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In July 1939 12-year-old Donn Fendler was separated from his group while hiking Mount Katahdin. What ensued is one of the largest search operations in Maine state history and the incredible story of one little boy’s will to survive. We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch you…
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209: The Comeback Kids. Ft. Rob Edward and Dr. Joanna Lambert of The Rocky Mountain Wolf Project.
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Today we are joined by Rob Edward and Dr. Joanna Lambert of the Rocky Mountain Wolf Project to discuss the recent wolf re-introduction in Colorado. They give us insight into the project’s beginnings, triumphs and its future goals. We have insightful discussions about the challenges wolves face throughout the American West, their ecological role and…
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208: Talk Wolf-y To Me. Ft. Maeve Rodgers Wolf Predation & Research Technician. Voyagers National Park.
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Today we are joined by Maeve Rodgers, Wolf Predation and Research Technician, to answer your questions about wolves! Maeve is a wolf researcher who has had experience working with wolves in both Yellowstone and Voyageurs National Park and was the perfect person to discuss everything Canis lupus. Enjoy! We love our National Parks and we know you do …
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207: The Crash of Air Florida Flight 90. National Mall and Memorial Parks.
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On January 13, 1982 the world watched for the first time, an airplane rescue that was broadcasted live on national television. The US Park Police responded to a plane that crashed into the Potomac river, leaving survivors struggling in the icy cold waters. We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjo…
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Today’s stories include the sisterhood of the frothing pants, powerful manifestors, surprise allergies, stubborn guide dogs, hiking back in time, tooth & claw induced fear, Grand Canyon gaslighting and raccoon terror.. Outsiders Only bonus stories available for Patreon and Apple Subscribers! We love our National Parks and we know you do too but whe…
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205: Tales from the Crypt. Waterton Lakes National Park.
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On a crisp September day, Trevor Janz and Patricia Van Tighem’s lives are changed forever when they encounter a grizzly on their weekend hike. Patricia writes of their journey of healing, both physical and emotional, with refreshing candor and an open heart. Help is out there: Call 988 or text 741741 We love our National Parks and we know you do to…
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