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On July 13, 2018, Paul and his wife were vacationing in California to celebrate their 26th wedding anniversary.  Before wrapping up their trip, Paul wanted to take one last day hike through Joshua Tree National Park, hoping to get some good shots of the parks Big Horn Sheep.  After several hours had passed without Paul's return, his wife alerted the authorities and a massive search kicked off shor...

In our latest episode, we interview the hosts of National Park After Dark Danielle and Cassie. We cover a wide variety of topics including how they got started and interesting stories from their travels.  If you haven't already, we recorded an episode for their show on April 21, 2024.  You can listen to that episode here (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disappearance-of-everett-ruess-ft-...

April 5th 2019, Search & Rescue discover a disturbing scene while searching for a man who was winter camping deep in the Boundary Waters Wilderness of Northern Minnesota.  What they found left the searchers with more questions than answers.  Did a horrific accident happen?  Was there foul play?  Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Jordan Grider.  (Episode 104) Learn more a...

September 27th, 2023, an experienced hiker and trail runner planned a 28-mile run in Rocky Mountain National Park, something he had done dozens of times in the past.  About 7 miles into his run, he sends a text to his family to check in.  This would be the last time anyone would hear from him.  Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Chad Pallansch.  (Episode 103) Learn more about...

In this week's episode, we investigate the strange disappearances of the Palmer brothers from Alaska, two siblings who vanished without a trace, their disappearances eerily spaced 11 years apart.  What are the chances that such bizarre events could strike the same family twice?  Are they related in any way?  Join us as we try to figure out what happened to Michael and Charles Palmer.  (Episode 102...

On June 9, 2013, a young woman set out on a spiritual quest in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, leaving behind her companions at Canyon Creek Campground. Embracing nature in its purest form, she ventured into the forest with nothing but her resolve, never to be seen again. Join us this week as we explore the mysterious disappearance of Maureen Kelly.  (Episode 101) Learn more about Locations U...

For our 100th episode, Extreme Filmmaker and Co-host of the show SVC Explorers of the Unknown Evan B Stone, is back to tell us about his Ghost Hunting trip to Chernobyl for Syfy Channel's Destination Truth.    In 2009, Evan B. Stone, Josh Gates, and their team conducted the first ever paranormal investigation at the site of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster.  He goes into all the spooky, behind-the-s...

In our previous episode, we investigated the mysterious disappearance of Marshal Iwassa, who went missing on November 17, 2019. The chilling discovery of his truck, scorched and deserted in a secluded area north of Pemberton, British Columbia, left us with more questions than answers. This week, our journey continues with Part 2, where we delve into the case of Daniel Reoch, who vanished under sim...

On November 17th, 2019, Marshal Iwaasa, a 26-year-old from Lethbridge, Alberta, made his final known appearance after visiting his mother, before supposedly returning to his Calgary apartment. This visit marks the last confirmed sighting of Marshal before he mysteriously vanished. The subsequent discovery of his burned-out vehicle and scattered personal belongings in a remote area near Pemberton,...

March 27th, 2022, marked the unsettling disappearance of Meghan Marohn, a woman from New York who was staying at a small hotel in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. Intent on a quick day hike in the area, Marohn's plans took a mysterious turn. After a brief interaction with a hotel employee that morning, she inexplicably vanished. Adding to the intrigue, her unlocked car was found two days later in the p...

On October 19, 2020, Fern Baird, a seasoned hiker exploring Idaho briefly, embarked on a day hike in the Prairie Creek region within Sawtooth National Forest. Signing the trail log with her name and the phrase 'To the lake and back,' Fern commenced her trek. Unfortunately, after several days passed without her return to the hotel, she was declared missing, initiating a search. Join us this week as...

February 26th, 2015; A young man from the Big Island of Hawaii was on Oahu visiting his grandmother.  He planned to hike the Haiku Stairs, also known as the Stairway to Heaven.  His grandmother warned him it was illegal to hike the stairs and he could be arrested.  Not heeding her warnings, he set off on the hike that morning.  When he didn't return home, he was reported missing, and the search be...

In this episode, we interview legendary Extreme Filmmaker Evan B. Stone, who set out on a dangerous Siberian expedition in 2019, to film a two-part series on the Dyatlov Pass Incident for Discovery Channel's Expedition Unknown.  Evan shares behind the scenes details on how difficult this trip was, what he thinks happened, and newly released details on the case that we've never heard before.  He al...

Located in the North Cascades of Washington State, Hidden Lake Trail is a moderately strenuous out and back trail that passes through thick cool forests, vast open wildflower filled meadows, & rocky slopes, before ending at an amazing fire lookout on top a steep rocky pinnacle.  Two disappearances on the trail, Spring 2021 & Fall 2019, have puzzled searchers to this day.  Join us this week...

With over 52 million acres, the US National Park system is home to some of the most breathtaking natural features on the planet. Ten's of millions enjoy these parks every year.  Join us this week for an installment of, “National Park Cold Cases” as we explore Yosemite National Park.  Cases covered in this episode: David Paul Morrison, Walther Reinhard, & George Penca.  (Episode 92) Learn more...

Friday, March 25, 2022, a survival expert and resident of the Scottish Highlands, set out on a multiday backcountry hike to film an episode for his YouTube survival show.  When he failed to return a few days later, a massive, month-long search was kicked off.  Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Finn Creaney.  (Episode 91) New Patreon Shoutouts - Stephanie King, Marissa Lemons...

Join us this week as Joe MC's a National Park trivia night with guest co-hosts Andy (From our Gwen Hasselquist episode series) & Reed (First time on the show).  Can you correctly answer more questions than the hosts?  Let us know in the comments or call the show at 208-391-6913.  We'd also like to congratulate Mike on the birth of his second child last month.  Joe & Mike will be back next...

On the morning of August 23, 2008, a local man goes for an ATV ride on his property in Happy Valley, Tennessee, located on the border of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.  When he failed to contact his family, the local authorities were notified, and a search kicked off.  Days later, close to the National Park border, his abandoned ATV was found under strange circumstances.  Join us this week a...

June 2023, a Belgian tourist living in Tasmania for 6 months planned to take in the local nature scene by hiking the Philosopher Falls Walking Trail. It's an easy, well-marked trail that should only take 50, so she packed light. When family and friends could not reach her, they notified local authorities to report her missing. Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Celine Cremer....

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December 1st, 1946, a young college student in Vermont set out on a hike in the Green Mountain National Forest.  After hitchhiking from her college to the Long Trail trailhead, she conversed with several hikers about the length of the trail.  This would be the last time anyone would hear from her.  Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Paule Jean Welden.  (Episode 87) Learn more...

With over 52 million acres, the US National Park & Forest system is home to some of the most breathtaking natural features on the planet. Tens of millions enjoy these areas every year.  Join us this week for an installment of, “National Forest Cold Cases” as we explore Olympic National Park.  Cases covered in this episode: Bryan Lee Johnston (Missing: 08/28/2013), John Devine (Missing: 09/07/1...

April 30th, 2023, an experienced hiker set out on a multi-day solo hike in Joshua Tree National Park California.  He had prepared for the hike and was familiar with the area.  When he failed to show up at his pickup location park officials were alerted and the search began.  Join us this week as we investigate the case of Trammell Evans.  (Epsiode 85) New Patron Shoutouts - Noah Schiestel, Travis...

With over 52 million acres, the US National Park & Forest system is home to some of the most breathtaking natural features on the planet. Tens of millions enjoy these areas every year.  Join us this week for an installment of, “National Forest Cold Cases” as we explore Oregon National Forests.  Cases covered in this episode: Robert Bobo, Derrick Engebretson, & Ronald Allen Ohm.  (Episode 8...

With over 52 million acres, the US National Park system is home to some of the most breathtaking natural features on the planet. Ten's of millions enjoy these parks every year.  Join us this week for an installment of, “National Park Cold Cases” as we explore Mount Rainier National Park.  Cases covered in this episode: Lowell Linn, Eric Lewis, & Joseph Wood Jr.  (Episode 83) New Patreon Shouto...