Episode
129: Trail Tales 23
55:51
Published: Thu Feb 16 2023
Description
Today’s stories include narrow escapes, white water mishaps, wheeling past agoraphobia, near death experiences, desert ghosts and disappearing stairs. 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. Thank you so much to our partners, check them out! Hello Fresh: Use our link and code npad65 for 65% off plus free shipping. Beam: Use our link and code NPAD to get 40% off at checkout. BetterHelp: National Park After Dark is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month of online therapy by using our link.
Chapters
Em shares a story about her experience with whitewater rafting at West Virginia's New River Gorge National Park with her ex-boyfriend, leading to an unforgettable disaster.
00:00 - 01:31 (01:31)
Summary
Em shares a story about her experience with whitewater rafting at West Virginia's New River Gorge National Park with her ex-boyfriend, leading to an unforgettable disaster.
Episode129: Trail Tales 23
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Two people discuss the likelihood that an outdoor tour company would require experience before signing someone up and speculate about the reasons behind a participant's struggling during the tour.
01:31 - 09:56 (08:24)
Summary
Two people discuss the likelihood that an outdoor tour company would require experience before signing someone up and speculate about the reasons behind a participant's struggling during the tour.
Episode129: Trail Tales 23
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A family goes on a hike to a lighthouse in Texas, but becomes worried when they can't find a man in an orange shirt and his child.
09:56 - 15:30 (05:34)
Summary
A family goes on a hike to a lighthouse in Texas, but becomes worried when they can't find a man in an orange shirt and his child. The Lighthouse Trail has proven to be deadly due to the harsh environment.
Episode129: Trail Tales 23
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A group of individuals embarked on a grueling 15-hour hike with no water to reach a cave in a canyon that had been previously attempted but failed over a decade ago, eventually completing the 3000 foot ascent over 8 hours in trailless treacherous terrain.
15:30 - 20:31 (05:00)
Summary
A group of individuals embarked on a grueling 15-hour hike with no water to reach a cave in a canyon that had been previously attempted but failed over a decade ago, eventually completing the 3000 foot ascent over 8 hours in trailless treacherous terrain.
Episode129: Trail Tales 23
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Learn about Dream Powder, a product that helps improve sleep quality.
20:31 - 24:02 (03:30)
Summary
Learn about Dream Powder, a product that helps improve sleep quality. According to a clinical study, 93% of users reported feeling more refreshed and getting a more restful night's sleep after using Dream Powder.
Episode129: Trail Tales 23
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A listener shares how discovering the podcast earlier this year has impacted her and her dad.
24:04 - 31:50 (07:46)
Summary
A listener shares how discovering the podcast earlier this year has impacted her and her dad. She appreciates the kind words of the hosts and reminds listeners that enjoying the outdoors can mean different things to different people, even if it's just going to a paint night.
Episode129: Trail Tales 23
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Beartooth Mountains offer wildlife viewing opportunities for various animals including grizzly bears and mountain lions.
31:50 - 39:05 (07:14)
Summary
Beartooth Mountains offer wildlife viewing opportunities for various animals including grizzly bears and mountain lions. The area also holds historic significance due to its past use by Indians, fur trappers, and explorers on the Banuk Trail.
Episode129: Trail Tales 23
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A group hiking on a mountain are caught in an unexpected hailstorm, causing one member to panic and lose feeling in her feet.
39:05 - 42:52 (03:47)
Summary
A group hiking on a mountain are caught in an unexpected hailstorm, causing one member to panic and lose feeling in her feet. Despite the challenging conditions, they work together to try to make it back to safety.
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The importance of listening to the people you're hiking with and only hiking at the level of what everyone is comfortable with is discussed.
42:52 - 47:18 (04:25)
Summary
The importance of listening to the people you're hiking with and only hiking at the level of what everyone is comfortable with is discussed. Additionally, the negative impact of hiking with people who are not considerate of others' comfort levels is highlighted.
Episode129: Trail Tales 23
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A park ranger shares the experience of finding a missing 7-year-old boy and the steps they took in reuniting him with his distraught parents.
47:18 - 53:45 (06:27)
Summary
A park ranger shares the experience of finding a missing 7-year-old boy and the steps they took in reuniting him with his distraught parents.
Episode129: Trail Tales 23
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The speaker doubts the credibility of a story about a disappered hiker which seems like a creepypasta, but the fact that a ranger was involved adds credibility to the story.
53:46 - 55:38 (01:52)
Summary
The speaker doubts the credibility of a story about a disappered hiker which seems like a creepypasta, but the fact that a ranger was involved adds credibility to the story.