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Canadian hiker Louise Chaput set out on what should have been an easy 45 minute hike in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Several days later her family sounds the alarm when she doesn’t return home as scheduled. Concern soon turned to tragedy. More than 20 years later those who knew her are still left with grief and unanswered questions.(Listen until the end of the episode for a bonus)
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In the remote beauty of Sierra de San Pedro Mártir National Park, Katherine "Kat" Hammontre’s life took a mysterious turn on April 11, 2019. The 68-year-old American expat, who had become a beloved figure in her Baja California community, vanished without a trace during what was supposed to be a leisurely hike on her wedding anniversary. Despite an extensive search involving local volunteers, military personnel, and rescue teams, Kat and her dog, Tootsie, disappeared amidst the park’s rugged terrain. The official search was called off just days later, but the questions linger. What happened to Kat? Where did she and Tootsie go? As the case remains unresolved, her family and friends continue to grapple with the enigma of her disappearance.
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Hells Canyon lived up to its name for Todd Hofflander, who disappeared while on a multi day hike and camping trip never to be seen alive. Was there an accident or does the canyon hold the secrets of what happened there in September of 2010?
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Sylvia Apps was experienced and well equipped. She took safety seriously and made sure someone knew when she was planning to return, but despite all those things and extensive searching why was she never found? What secrets does Vancouver Island hold?
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Two former college lovers reunite for an adventurous trip deep into the Amazon rainforest. Their shared dream of exploring this vast wilderness turns into a harrowing ordeal as they become lost, facing dehydration, wildlife, and their own inner demons. As days stretch into uncertainty and despair, their bond is tested to the limit. Each moment becomes a desperate struggle for survival, testing their resilience and ultimately challenging their very will to live.
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For Cathy Frye and Rick McFarland, celebrating their 12th wedding anniversary should have been a fun and relaxing trip. A last minute change in plans ensured it was anything but fun or relaxing. Poorly marked trails in Big Bend Ranch State Park led the couple down a path that became a desperate struggle to survive.
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In the heart of Mount Hood National Forest, Pamela Salant and her boyfriend, Aric Essig, embarked on a routine camping trip that would turn into a harrowing tale of survival. Lost in dense woods after a simple argument, Pamela faced daunting cliffs, severe injuries, and the chilling isolation of wilderness. Her incredible journey tested her limits and revealed the extraordinary resilience of the human spirit.
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Some decisions we make hardy feel like decisions at all, while others feel monumental. Do we have a sense of the small decisions that ultimately are life altering, or is the realization only after it's too late to go back? For David Koch the decision to catch the sun set over the Pacific Ocean ended in the worst way possible.
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A flat tire is a common inconvenience; an experience that leaves most people late and flustered but unscathed. However, a flat tire 25 miles from a main road in Death Valley quickly spiraled into a deadly situation for Alexander Lofgren and Emily Henkel.
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Without clear signposts or trail blazes to guide, you have to trust your instinct and sense of direction. Are you willing to bet your life on those intangible skills? Was Fern Baird unable to navigate back to the trailhead in Sawtooth National Forest? Was she a victim of the elements, or something else...
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Amy Wroe Bechtel, took off to scope out the course for an upcoming 10k, only to vanish without a trace. As the days turn into weeks, and weeks turn into years, the search near the Shoshone National Forest turns up nothing. With no clues except a missing wallet, everyone is left wondering- what really happened to Amy? Did she have an accident or was her disappearance the result of something much darker?
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There's a huge sense of adventure embarking on a road trip; with nothing more thrilling than the open road. For Rita and Albert Chretien a trip between British Columbia and Las Vegas went from adventure to deadly when their path took a treacherous turn. *CORRECTION NOTICE* I talk about “Humboldt National Park” as it was stated in several news publications but it’s actually the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. This forest has several large but non-contiguous sections in California and Nevada so details may not be accurate to the area being discussed. For more info see Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Apologies for any confusion! - Danielle Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at [email protected] Please take a moment to rate and review our show, and a big thanks if you already have! Episode Sources: CBC News, Daily Mail, Oregon Live, Penticton Heral, Daily Mail 2, CNN **We do our own research and try our best to cross reference reliable sources to present the most accurate information we can. Please reach out to us if you believe we have mispresented any information during this episode and we will be happy to correct ourselves in a future episode.
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Deep in the wilderness of Kings Canyon National Park surrounded by nothing but nature is a picturesque scene. That is, until a freak accident leaves Gregg Hein fighting to survive. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at [email protected] Please take a moment to rate and review our show, and a big thanks if you already have! Episode Sources: PCT Association, Fresno Bee, YouTube - Fresno Bee, ABC7, Backpacker, YouTube - FD Adventure, Wikipedia - Kings Canyon NP, More Than Just Parks, Visit Sequoia, NPS, Cascade Climbers, The Backcountry **We do our own research and try our best to cross reference reliable sources to present the most accurate information we can. Please reach out to us if you believe we have mispresented any information during this episode and we will be happy to correct ourselves in a future episode.
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What happened to Rodney Letterman in Devil's Den State Park feels like a puzzle with too many missing pieces. But who holds those pieces? Investigators? The friend who was with him the day he disappeared? An unknown third party who Rodney crossed paths with in the woods? Without enough details, we're left to speculate and fill in the blanks ourselves. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at [email protected] Please take a moment to rate and review our show, and a big thanks if you already have! Episode Sources: bartlesvilleradio, Obituary, examiner-enterprise, thecount.com, Reddit, kjrh news, nwaonline.com, TripAdvisor, 5 News Online, WebSleuths **We do our own research and try our best to cross reference reliable sources to present the most accurate information we can. Please reach out to us if you believe we have mispresented any information during this episode and we will be happy to correct ourselves in a future episode.
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A birthday hike quickly took a treacherous turn when the celebration became a tragedy. Searchers and families were braced for the worst, but what was found would become another twist in the mysterious deaths of Joseph Orbeso and Rachel Nguyen in Joshua Tree National Park. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at [email protected] Please take a moment to rate and review our show, and a big thanks if you already have! Episode Sources: AllTrails, Desert Sun (1), Desert Sun (2), Desert Sun (3), Washington Post, People, NBC, Daily Mail, YouTube - Outdoor Disasters, NatGeo, NPS, California.com, NPS - Reports **We do our own research and try our best to cross reference reliable sources to present the most accurate information we can. Please reach out to us if you believe we have mispresented any information during this episode and we will be happy to correct ourselves in a future episode.
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Deep in the woods of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest a search for meaning and enlightenment took a tragic turn. Maureen Kelly’s ill-fated spiritual quest didn’t provide the peace and answers she sought, rather created questions and heartache for those who loved her. Contact Skamania County Sheriff's Office with any information at (509) 427-9490 Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at [email protected] Please take a moment to rate and review our show, and a big thanks if you already have! Episode Sources: Columbian News Article, Charley Project, NAMUS, ABC News, USDA, USDA Source 2, StrangeOutdoors, AllThatsInteresting, Seattletimes, Kiro7 **We do our own research and try our best to cross reference reliable sources to present the most accurate information we can. Please reach out to us if you believe we have mispresented any information during this episode and we will be happy to correct ourselves in a future episode.
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What seemingly started as a casual day hike ultimately triggered one of the largest searches conducted in Grand Teton National Park. The disappearance of Cian McLaughlin left a void in the lives of those close to him while raising questions that may never be answered. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at [email protected] Please take a moment to rate and review our show, and a big thanks if you already have! Episode Sources: NPS, Irish Times, Daily Mail, NPS - Safety, Weather, GoFundMe, Jackson Hole News & Guide, Thousand Oaks Acorn, Reddit, Wikipedia, NPS - Weather, Jackson Hole Press, YouTube - Rusty West **We do our own research and try our best to cross reference reliable sources to present the most accurate information we can. Please reach out to us if you believe we have mispresented any information during this episode and we will be happy to correct ourselves in a future episode.
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Location, location, location! Donnell Vista is well known for spectacular views, but it also has notoriety for being the location of several disappearances. To this day, the mysteries remain unsolved, leaving behind a dark shadow on an otherwise beautiful place. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at [email protected] Please take a moment to rate and review our show, and a big thanks if you already have! Episode Sources: Recreation.gov, Strange Outdoors, Reddit, kezj.com, AllTrails, USDA, HikesDogsLove, MyMotherLodel, thecompletenevadan.com, UnionDemocrat, CBS News **We do our own research and try our best to cross reference reliable sources to present the most accurate information we can. Please reach out to us if you believe we have mispresented any information during this episode and we will be happy to correct ourselves in a future episode.
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Two elements of outdoor adventures are being prepared and packing light. Although not mutually exclusive, it can be a challenge to pack enough without it being too much. Some who prioritize packing light over being prepared come to regret that decision when plans go awry. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at [email protected] Please take a moment to rate and review our show, and a big thanks if you already have! Episode Sources: Obituary, US News, Livestrong, MyOutdoorTV, Tampa Bay Times, NPS, Dogwood Alliance, Star Gazette, Youtube - Search Coverage, Global News, Big Cypress National Preserve, Naples Grande, Florida Museum **We do our own research and try our best to cross reference reliable sources to present the most accurate information we can. Please reach out to us if you believe we have mispresented any information during this episode and we will be happy to correct ourselves in a future episode.
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In the heart of any wilderness area, whispers of mystery can be heard. People have vanished without a trace, leaving only unanswered questions in their wake. National Parks can be as dangerous as they are beautiful. Join us as we discuss a few of the many disappearances from Yellowstone National Park. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at [email protected] Please take a moment to rate and review our show, and a big thanks if you already have! Episode Sources: Yellowstone - nationalparks.org, Yellowstone Safety - NPS, Wikipedia - Yellowstone, Yellowstone National Park Protection Act, Britannica - Yellowstone, Medium, Charley Project, Outside Magazine, Mocoshow, Vanished, Bozeman Daily Chronicle, Missing NPF, Locations Unknown **We do our own research and try our best to cross reference reliable sources to present the most accurate information we can. Please reach out to us if you believe we have mispresented any information during this episode and we will be happy to correct ourselves in a future episode.
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