Episode
135: Trail Tales 25
48:57
Published: Thu Mar 16 2023
Description
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. Thank you so much to our partners, check them out! Miracle Made: Use our link and code NPAD to save over 40% and get 3 free towels. Apostrophe: Use our link and code NPAD to get for first visit for only $5. Beam: Use our link and code NPAD to get up to 40% off at checkout.
Chapters
In this podcast episode, the hosts share their personal experiences of making friends as adults, which can be challenging, especially when moving to a new city.
00:00 - 01:43 (01:43)
Summary
In this podcast episode, the hosts share their personal experiences of making friends as adults, which can be challenging, especially when moving to a new city. They also narrate some interesting stories related to friendship.
Episode135: Trail Tales 25
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The narrator's experience encountering wildlife in the outdoors made them realize the benefits of committing to spend more time in nature and improving their outdoor habits, which they credit to listening to the podcast National Park After Dark.
01:43 - 08:10 (06:27)
Summary
The narrator's experience encountering wildlife in the outdoors made them realize the benefits of committing to spend more time in nature and improving their outdoor habits, which they credit to listening to the podcast National Park After Dark.
Episode135: Trail Tales 25
PodcastNational Park After Dark
A couple and their friends had a harrowing experience during a New Year's Eve hike in a Costa Rican National Park when they were robbed at gunpoint by polite thieves, who also returned a wedding ring their friend was wearing after taking it.
08:10 - 15:21 (07:11)
Summary
A couple and their friends had a harrowing experience during a New Year's Eve hike in a Costa Rican National Park when they were robbed at gunpoint by polite thieves, who also returned a wedding ring their friend was wearing after taking it.
Episode135: Trail Tales 25
PodcastNational Park After Dark
A discussion about the perfect day hike including a waterfall or peak view, followed by a brewery visit and early dinner, and then relaxing at the campsite.
15:21 - 19:52 (04:30)
Summary
A discussion about the perfect day hike including a waterfall or peak view, followed by a brewery visit and early dinner, and then relaxing at the campsite. Also, an advertisement for an online skincare platform that offers customized acne treatments through an expert dermatology team.
Episode135: Trail Tales 25
PodcastNational Park After Dark
A woman describes an encounter with an unknown white liquid on her pants while hiking and tries to explain it away to her husband.
19:52 - 25:49 (05:56)
Summary
A woman describes an encounter with an unknown white liquid on her pants while hiking and tries to explain it away to her husband.
Episode135: Trail Tales 25
PodcastNational Park After Dark
Get a more restful night's sleep and wake up feeling refreshed with Beam Dream Powder's Sea Salt Caramel flavor.
25:49 - 29:23 (03:34)
Summary
Get a more restful night's sleep and wake up feeling refreshed with Beam Dream Powder's Sea Salt Caramel flavor. Use the special discount available for listeners to enjoy this decadent flavor while improving your overall health and well-being.
Episode135: Trail Tales 25
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The speaker recounts their exciting experience of seeing bears and moose on the same hike within a few minutes of each other, without feeling fear.
29:23 - 33:42 (04:19)
Summary
The speaker recounts their exciting experience of seeing bears and moose on the same hike within a few minutes of each other, without feeling fear.
Episode135: Trail Tales 25
PodcastNational Park After Dark
A person who considers themselves "outdoorsy light" has a terrifying experience while peeing in the woods when the tree they're leaning against falls over, leaving them with pee all over their legs.
33:42 - 37:51 (04:08)
Summary
A person who considers themselves "outdoorsy light" has a terrifying experience while peeing in the woods when the tree they're leaning against falls over, leaving them with pee all over their legs.
Episode135: Trail Tales 25
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The speaker recounts a road trip where she forgot to book a hotel room for one night and the stress and difficulty it caused on the trip despite all other meticulous planning.
37:51 - 41:16 (03:24)
Summary
The speaker recounts a road trip where she forgot to book a hotel room for one night and the stress and difficulty it caused on the trip despite all other meticulous planning.
Episode135: Trail Tales 25
PodcastNational Park After Dark
Two tired travelers struggle to find parking and check into a hotel in the middle of the night after a long day of driving.
41:16 - 45:50 (04:34)
Summary
Two tired travelers struggle to find parking and check into a hotel in the middle of the night after a long day of driving.
Episode135: Trail Tales 25
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The speaker shares their experience of relying on the Atlas Obscura guidebook while navigating Paris and finding unique and interesting sites to visit.
45:50 - 48:42 (02:52)
Summary
The speaker shares their experience of relying on the Atlas Obscura guidebook while navigating Paris and finding unique and interesting sites to visit.