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? 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. Thank you so much to our partners, check them out! Beam: Use code NPAD for $20 off Reel: Use code NPAD for 30% off your first order Daily Harvest: Use this link to get up to $40 off your first order!
While deep cultural beliefs are held by Hawaiian people, visitors may not always share the same sentiments.
Cassie has a secret trip to Hawaii planned, and Danielle just booked her tickets. They discuss the importance of the cultural significance of the area and the reason for the establishment of the National Park.
Explore the diverse terrains of Hawaii's volcanoes national park by driving along the 19-mile winding paved road that runs through craters, lava flows, and tropical rainforests.
The volcanic crater of Hawaii, a popular hiking area, holds a rich history of volcanic eruptions and suffocated warriors from 1790. While the area has experienced over 60 eruptions between 1912 and 2012, it remains an interesting location to visit and learn about the active volcanoes.
People who take souvenirs from national parks often receive letters of distress from all over the world, asking them to return the objects so that their life can return to normal. Despite being considered a nuisance by park rangers due to potential bugs and foreign objects, visitors continue to take the souvenirs.
The speaker discusses a letter that was sent to a man who won $600,000 after a volcano eruption in a national park caused rocks and sand to damage his property, and wonders about potential missed opportunities for the letter sender.
People are sending letters and items to national parks believing that Mother Nature will take care of it. However, parks spend time and money sorting through non-related, usually heartbreaking messages.
This podcast discusses the origins and persistence of the Yellowstone National Park's notorious "bulging rock" and how it has evolved into a tourist attraction despite its lack of historical accuracy.
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