Episode
112: Trail Tales 17
45:19
Published: Wed Nov 23 2022
Description
Today’s stories include lights over Idaho, forest knocks, tornado camping and Colorado moms. All stories shared with consent. Join us for a LIVE show in Denver! Tickets 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 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! Microdose: Use code NPAD to get free shipping and 30% off your first order. MasterClass: Use our link and give one annual membership to get one free. Uncommon Goods: Use our link and get 15% off your next gift.
Chapters
In this episode of Trail Tales, stories about mothers and babies are shared, both human and non-human.
00:00 - 01:11 (01:11)
Summary
In this episode of Trail Tales, stories about mothers and babies are shared, both human and non-human. Some are heartwarming while others may leave you feeling a bit creeped out.
Episode112: Trail Tales 17
PodcastNational Park After Dark
A hiker shares their encounter with a bear while on a trail in Glacier Point Road, and how they were able to scare off the bear.
01:11 - 09:08 (07:56)
Summary
A hiker shares their encounter with a bear while on a trail in Glacier Point Road, and how they were able to scare off the bear.
Episode112: Trail Tales 17
PodcastNational Park After Dark
A man recalls a story about a young child going missing due to a suspected mountain lion attack and how seeing a mountain lion in person made the fear all too real, while his son has developed a fascination for park rangers.
09:08 - 14:15 (05:07)
Summary
A man recalls a story about a young child going missing due to a suspected mountain lion attack and how seeing a mountain lion in person made the fear all too real, while his son has developed a fascination for park rangers.
Episode112: Trail Tales 17
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The speaker shares their excitement for their upcoming backpacking trip in Canyonlands and hopes to see a UFO sighting, after experiencing something unexplainable on a previous camping trip in Idaho.
14:15 - 19:04 (04:48)
Summary
The speaker shares their excitement for their upcoming backpacking trip in Canyonlands and hopes to see a UFO sighting, after experiencing something unexplainable on a previous camping trip in Idaho. They also discuss their tradition of yearly backpacking trips.
Episode112: Trail Tales 17
PodcastNational Park After Dark
A listener shares a story about the aggressive behavior of male elk during rut season and provides information on the behavior of female elk during calving season.
19:04 - 22:34 (03:29)
Summary
A listener shares a story about the aggressive behavior of male elk during rut season and provides information on the behavior of female elk during calving season.
Episode112: Trail Tales 17
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The speaker recounts a story of body slamming an elk that was attacking a bear, and the moment of shock and disbelief that followed.
22:34 - 27:11 (04:37)
Summary
The speaker recounts a story of body slamming an elk that was attacking a bear, and the moment of shock and disbelief that followed.
Episode112: Trail Tales 17
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The speaker describes their experience camping in a storm with strong winds and heavy rain.
27:11 - 32:29 (05:17)
Summary
The speaker describes their experience camping in a storm with strong winds and heavy rain.
Episode112: Trail Tales 17
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The forest service staff face obstacles clearing the road during storm damage, with multiple trees collapsed and straight line winds causing destruction.
32:29 - 35:21 (02:51)
Summary
The forest service staff face obstacles clearing the road during storm damage, with multiple trees collapsed and straight line winds causing destruction. Walkies with low battery lives were a set back in the process.
Episode112: Trail Tales 17
PodcastNational Park After Dark
On this trail tale, we hear about a distressing incident of a newborn moose that was unable to make it after birth, despite the efforts of some onlookers who attempted to rescue it.
35:21 - 40:40 (05:19)
Summary
On this trail tale, we hear about a distressing incident of a newborn moose that was unable to make it after birth, despite the efforts of some onlookers who attempted to rescue it.
Episode112: Trail Tales 17
PodcastNational Park After Dark
A park monitor scolds a group of people taking selfies by the edge of a dangerous area, reminding them that disregarding safety regulations can lead to arrest or ticketing.
40:40 - 45:04 (04:24)
Summary
A park monitor scolds a group of people taking selfies by the edge of a dangerous area, reminding them that disregarding safety regulations can lead to arrest or ticketing.