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  • In this episode, things get spooky with the paranormal side of Badlands National Park. We get into the history, from the brutal conditions Native American tribes and settlers faced, which apparently stirred up some ghostly legends.

    Then, we talk all about the haunted spots, like Cedar Pass Lodge, and dive into the infamous Banshee of the Badlands—a spirit with a mix of reputations, sometimes seen as a fierce protector, other times as a lost soul searching for her family. We’ll cover stories of eerie encounters, from sightings of the mysterious Woman in White to the stoic Lone Sentinel, who people swear they’ve seen guarding the landscape. And of course, we’ll share some tips on how to plan a visit to the Badlands if you’re curious about exploring the haunted and beautiful mysteries of the park for yourself.

    https://www.cedarpasslodge.com/plan/history-of-badlands-national-park/

    https://moonmausoleum.com/the-legend-of-the-badlands-banshee-haunting-the-prairie/

    https://www.nps.gov/podcasts/tales-from-the-badlands.htm

    https://trailofhighways.com/the-mystery-myths-of-the-badlands/

    https://npshistory.com/morningreport/incidents/badl.htm

    https://www.wall-badlands.com/news/article/whispers-in-the-wilderness-the-story-of-the-badlands-banshee-743/

    https://www.southdakotamagazine.com/a-spirited-place

    https://www.paranormalcatalog.net/ghosts/the-banshee-of-the-badlands

    https://outdoorgearweb.com/campfire-tale-7-the-tale-of-the-banshee-of-the-badlands/

  • Sources:

    Facts:

    https://softschools.com/facts/national_parks/badlands_national_park_facts/2861/

    https://www.travelsouthdakota.com/trip-ideas/story/14-surprising-facts-about-south-dakotas-black-hills-and-badlands

    https://parkjunkie.com/parks/badlands/facts/

    https://outdoors.com/things-you-didnt-know-badlands-national-park/

    Stronghold District: https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/aerial-gunnery-range.htm

    https://www.nationalparked.com/badlands

    https://www.thegreatestroadtrip.com/badlands-national-park

    The Ghost Dance: https://parkjunkie.com/parks/badlands/facts/

    Buffalo War: https://www.pbs.org/buffalowar/buffalo.html

    Pig Dig: https://npshistory.com/publications/badl/brochures/pig-dig.pdf

    Sue: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Sue

    https://npshistory.com/publications/badl/index.htm

    https://morethanjustparks.com/badlands-national-park-facts/

  • This episode we’re diving (pun intended) into the eerie and mysterious side of Crater Lake National Park. It’s got all the spooky vibes: curses, ghosts, missing people, and of course, Bigfoot.

    Legend has it, ancient spirits of a god of the underworld named Lao, who brought some bad juju to the area. Apparently, some of that curse still lingers. Spoiler: Don’t anger ancient spirits.

    The Crater Lake Lodge has its very own haunted happenings, including a little ghost girl who likes to roam the halls. And don’t forget about the Native American spirits who might just pop up to say hello. But, you know, in a spooky ghost way.

    Wizard Island might just be haunted by the souls of those who died when Mount Mazama collapsed 7,000 years ago. Or maybe it’s Lao, still holding a grudge? Either way, Wizard Island isn’t just beautiful, it’s beautifully creepy!

    What’s more unsettling than a haunted island? Silent zones! These areas around the lake supposedly cause people to disappear without a trace.

    And finally, what spooky national park adventure would be complete without a Bigfoot sighting? There have been reports of Bigfoot making guest appearances around the lake. Maybe he’s just as confused about the silent zones as we are?

    Sources:

    https://ghostedtravel.com/crater-lake-lodge/

    https://www.nationalparkstraveler.org/2009/10/more-few-ghost-stories-swirl-about-crater-lake-national-park4821

    https://locationsunknown.org/the-missing-list#google_vignette

    https://www.craterlakeinstitute.com/crater-lake-new-archives/2007-2/2007-07-3/

    https://www.nps.gov/crla/index.htm

    https://npshistory.com/morningreport/incidents/crla.htm

    https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends-americas/crater-lake-0015402

  • Welcome back to another episode of The Lesser known! Today we talk about how Crater Lake came to be, missing persons and weird disappearances, as well as oddities found within the park. Thanks for listening!

    Sources:

    NPS Deaths per year: https://www.nps.gov/aboutus/mortality-data.htm

    Compare parks to cities: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_United_States_cities_by_area

    https://www.pacificadventureclub.com/blog/little-facts-about-crater-lake

    https://thatoregonlife.com/2015/07/the-mysterious-deaths-of-crater-lake-national-park/

    https://pcttrailsidereader.com/post/46921374871/deaths-at-crater-lake-national-park-a-morbid/embed

    https://www.craterlakeinstitute.com/crater-lake-new-archives/2007-2/2007-07-3/

    https://www.fox26houston.com/news/the-secrets-of-crater-lake

    https://craterlaketrust.org/science-and-discovery/

    https://www.travelmedford.org/10-things-you-didnt-know-about-crater-lake-national-park-

    https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/crater-lake-s-secret-garden.htm

    https://www.grunge.com/1479185/crater-lake-morbid-history/

    https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/nature/oregon/sinister-story-crater-lake-or

    https://www.pacificadventureclub.com/blog/the-mysterious-depths-of-crater-lake-spooky-stories-rituals-and-suicides#:~:text=Mysterious%20Disappearances%20and%20Suicides,1947%2C%20when%20park%20visitor%20Mr.

    Old man of the lake: https://www.odditycentral.com/tag/crater-lake#google_vignette

    https://postcardhistory.net/2021/12/crater-lake-oregon-the-genesis-of-many-strange-and-unusual-tales/

    https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends-americas/crater-lake-0015402

    https://www.nps.gov/crla/learn/nature/crater-lake.htm

    https://www.nationalparked.com/crater-lake

    https://www.thetravel.com/amazing-facts-about-crater-lake/

    https://morethanjustparks.com/crater-lake-facts/

    https://www.nps.gov/crla/learn/historyculture/index.htm

    https://www.nationalparks.org/explore/parks/crater-lake-national-park

    https://www.nps.gov/crla/learn/nature/crater-lake.htm

    https://www.google.com/search?q=are+there+any+fish+in+crater+lake&oq=are+there+any+fish+in+&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqDQgBEAAYkQIYgAQYigUyBggAEEUYOTINCAEQABiRAhiABBiKBTIHCAIQABiABDIMCAMQABgUGIcCGIAEMgcIBBAAGIAEMgcIBRAAGIAEMgcIBhAAGIAEMgcIBxAAGIAEMgcICBAAGIAEMgcICRAAGIAE0gEINDYxNGowajeoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

  • Let's take a trip to the paranormal side of Bryce Canyon…

    The Lodge at Bryce Canyon has some activity that seems to be lingering from the past, a friendly hearth experience might make me enjoy a little haunting now and then.

    The hoodoos just look like rock formations, but there may be more lurking behind the formations! Care to take a walk at night, yikes!

    One of the more secluded Bryce Canyon destinations can have more excitement than you think. Fairyland Loop is full of beauty AND supernatural vibes.

    Who is Ebenezer Bryce and why does he still hang out in the park over 100 yrs after his death?

    Did you know the clear night sky might reveal more than just stars? Is this a cryptid story or something else? Let's find out!

  • This week we go over Bryce Canyon National Park and it might surprise you that the name isn't all it's cracked up to be. We'll explore some interesting stories and facts associated with the park. Enjoy!

    Sources:

    Plane crash: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_Air_Lines_Flight_608

    Basic info: https://www.nationalparked.com/bryce-canyon

    NP by size: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list-of-us-national-parks-by-size/

    Facts: https://www.brycecanyoncountry.com/weird-things-you-never-knew-about-bryce-canyon-national-park-part-1/

    Incident report: https://npshistory.com/morningreport/incidents/brca.htm#:~:text=Just%20before%20noon%20on%20December,expanded%20outwards%20by%20several%20inches.

  • Today we'll be talking about more paranormal encounters in the Grand Canyon.

    The Pioneer Cemetery in the Grand Canyon is reserved for those who have made significant contributions to the understanding or appreciation of the park - we're working on getting our time in!

    The Colorado River is said to be haunted, with reports of a ghostly boat drifting at night and the spirits of two young boys who died in a car accident.

    Havasu Falls is a sacred area believed to be inhabited by ancestors, and visitors have had some interesting encounters!

    Cryptids, such as reptilian humanoids, are associated with conspiracy theories and claims of ancient civilizations in the Grand Canyon. Are you a believer?

    Skinwalkers are a significant part of Navajo folklore and are believed to inhabit the Grand Canyon area. Eek!

    The Grand Canyon Caverns, located near the park, have been investigated by Ghost Adventures and are rumored to be haunted. The caverns offer a unique experience for paranormal enthusiasts, with a hotel suite available for overnight stays. Would you stay?

    Links:

    PIONEER CEMETERY:

    https://www.grandcanyon.org/

    https://www.thecemeterydetective.com/pioneer-cemetery-grand-canyon-arizona/

    https://roadadventures.com/a-haunted-graveyard-in-the-grand-canyon/

    https://grcahistory.org/sites/south-rim/grand-canyon-cemetery/

    COLORADO RIVER:

    https://unstoppablestaceytravel.com/ghosts-of-the-grand-canyon-d-branning/

    Cryptids:

    https://www.si.edu/object/surprising-link-between-grand-canyon-and-ancient-egypt:yt_lFk6P6FxsJY

  • Today we'll be taking a trip to the paranormal side of the Grand Canyon National Park, with this being one of the most visited national parks, you know there are so many lingering spirits too!

    Native American beliefs attribute spiritual significance to the Grand Canyon, with stories of sacred sites and ancestral spirits.

    Haunted locations in the park include the El Tovar Hotel, where the ghost of Fred Harvey is said to appear, and Phantom Ranch, where the spirits of a young Native American girl and a ranger named Reese Griffith are reported.

    Various canyons along the South Rim, such as Transept Canyon and Hermit Canyon, are also believed to be haunted by ghostly figures.

    Visitors and hikers have reported hearing voices, seeing apparitions, and experiencing unexplained phenomena in these haunted locations.

    Come with us on this spooky adventure!

    Links:

    EL TOVAR HOTEL:

    https://www.hauntedplaces.org/item/el-tovar-hotel/

    PHANTOM RANCH:

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phantom_Ranch

    PHANTOM RANCH:

    https://grcahistory.org/sites/colorado-river-corridor/phantom-ranch/

    EL TOVAR HOTEL:

    TRANSEPT CANYON/TRAIL:

    https://nationalparkobsessed.com/haunted-national-parks/

    https://www.hauntedplaces.org/

    SACRED CANYON:

    https://nationalparkobsessed.com/haunted-national-parks/

    SACRED CANYON:

    https://listverse.com/2023/11/10/ten-tales-of-ghost-hauntings-in-u-s-national-parks/

    CANYON JIM:

    https://unstoppablestaceytravel.com/noaz-grand-canyon-ghost-stories/

    https://wildernessexplorer.blog/2024/03/28/unveiling-the-haunting-mysteries-ghost-stories-of-the-grand-canyon/

    Crash Canyon & Maricopa Canyon:

    https://scaryhq.com/haunted-maricopa-point-grand-canyon-national-park-arizona/

  • In part 3 we go over the canyon's age, fossils found within, quick facts, and of course what everyone’s been waiting for…the last theory of Bessie and Glen Hyde!

    Thanks for joining us!


    Sources:

    National Park strange rules: https://www.mentalfloss.com/posts/strange-national-park-rules

    https://morethanjustparks.com/grand-canyon-facts/

    20 things you didn't know about the Grand Canyon

    YouTube · We're in the Rockies

    13 minutes, 29 seconds

    Oct 3, 2021

    Quick facts and length of canyon: https://explorethecanyon.com/grand-canyon-facts/

    Rapids: https://www.advantagegrandcanyon.com/grand-canyon-rapids/#:~:text=Running%20for%20more%20than%20192,rapids%20in%20the%20Colorado%20River.

    The Kolb brothers story: https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/historyculture/kolbconflict.htm

    Bringing together the case of Bessie and Hyde: https://library.nau.edu/speccoll/exhibits/grand-canyon-100/index.php/hyde/#:~:text=Bones%20were%20found%20in%20the,the%20time%20of%20her%20death.

    Gila monster: https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/animals/reptiles/facts/gila-monster

    Pink rattlesnake: https://grandcanyonhelicoptertour.net/grand-canyon-snakes-an-outline-of-the-rattlesnakes-in-the-park/

    Rock Squirrel: https://www.animalia.bio/rock-squirrel

    Planning your visit: https://grandcanyon.com/planning/which-rim-of-grand-canyon-is-best/

    Grand Canyon West: https://grandcanyonwest.com/tickets/

    Grand Canyon South: https://grandcanyon.com/planning/south-rim-planning/

    Grand Canyon East:https://grandcanyon.com/planning/east-planning/things-to-do-in-grand-canyon-east-rim/

    Grand Canyon North: https://grandcanyon.com/planning/north-rim-planning/things-to-do-north-rim/

    Fossils and unconformity: https://www.nationalparks.org/connect/blog/8-facts-about-grand-canyon-you-never-knew

    Interesting facts: https://morethanjustparks.com/grand-canyon-facts/

    History: https://www.history.com/topics/landmarks/grand-canyon

    Missing persons: https://www.watchmojo.com/articles/10-most-mysterious-disappearances-in-national-parks

    P3 quick facts: https://explorethecanyon.com/grand-canyon-facts/

    100 grand canyon facts and tips: https://www.azcentral.com/story/travel/arizona/grand-canyon/2019/02/26/100-facts-about-arizona-grand-canyon-to-celebrate-the-national-parks-centennial/2714998002/

    12 facts: https://www.thetravel.com/strange-things-discovered-at-the-grand-canyon/

    25 facts: https://www.thetravel.com/odd-things-about-the-grand-canyon/

    Is Bessie Geogie?: https://library.nau.edu/speccoll/exhibits/grand-canyon-100/index.php/hyde/#:~:text=Bones%20were%20found%20in%20the,the%20time%20of%20her%20death.

    Emerald Cove: https://azwonders.com/2020/10/29/how-to-plan-an-amazing-kayaking-and-camping-adventure-to-emerald-cove-and-willow-beach-on-the-colorado-river/

    Kolb skeletons: https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Kolb_Skeleton

    More facts: https://www.pinkadventuretours.com/blog/20-amazing-grand-canyon-facts

    Fossils: https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/cliff-collapse-reveals-313-million-year-old-fossil-footprints-in-grand-canyon-national-park.htm

  • So in part 1 we talked about the history of Grand Canyon National Park and some statistics of the park such as how many visitors per year, deaths, and how many people go missing. In part 2 we’ll be talking about some of the more mysterious missing persons cases, the different animals found in the park including the most dangerous, and what each Rim has to offer. Enjoy!

    Sources:

    National Park strange rules: https://www.mentalfloss.com/posts/strange-national-park-rules

    https://morethanjustparks.com/grand-canyon-facts/

    20 things you didn't know about the Grand Canyon

    YouTube · We're in the Rockies

    13 minutes, 29 seconds

    Oct 3, 2021

    Quick facts and length of canyon: https://explorethecanyon.com/grand-canyon-facts/

    Rapids: https://www.advantagegrandcanyon.com/grand-canyon-rapids/#:~:text=Running%20for%20more%20than%20192,rapids%20in%20the%20Colorado%20River.

    The Kolb brothers story: https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/historyculture/kolbconflict.htm

    Bringing together the case of Bessie and Hyde: https://library.nau.edu/speccoll/exhibits/grand-canyon-100/index.php/hyde/#:~:text=Bones%20were%20found%20in%20the,the%20time%20of%20her%20death.

    Gila monster: https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/animals/reptiles/facts/gila-monster

    Pink rattlesnake: https://grandcanyonhelicoptertour.net/grand-canyon-snakes-an-outline-of-the-rattlesnakes-in-the-park/

    Rock Squirrel: https://www.animalia.bio/rock-squirrel

    Planning your visit: https://grandcanyon.com/planning/which-rim-of-grand-canyon-is-best/

    Grand Canyon West: https://grandcanyonwest.com/tickets/

    Grand Canyon South: https://grandcanyon.com/planning/south-rim-planning/

    Grand Canyon East:https://grandcanyon.com/planning/east-planning/things-to-do-in-grand-canyon-east-rim/

    Grand Canyon North: https://grandcanyon.com/planning/north-rim-planning/things-to-do-north-rim/

    Fossils and unconformity: https://www.nationalparks.org/connect/blog/8-facts-about-grand-canyon-you-never-knew

    Interesting facts: https://morethanjustparks.com/grand-canyon-facts/

    History: https://www.history.com/topics/landmarks/grand-canyon

    Missing persons: https://www.watchmojo.com/articles/10-most-mysterious-disappearances-in-national-parks

    P3 quick facts: https://explorethecanyon.com/grand-canyon-facts/

    100 grand canyon facts and tips: https://www.azcentral.com/story/travel/arizona/grand-canyon/2019/02/26/100-facts-about-arizona-grand-canyon-to-celebrate-the-national-parks-centennial/2714998002/

    12 facts: https://www.thetravel.com/strange-things-discovered-at-the-grand-canyon/

    25 facts: https://www.thetravel.com/odd-things-about-the-grand-canyon/

    Is Bessie Geogie?: https://library.nau.edu/speccoll/exhibits/grand-canyon-100/index.php/hyde/#:~:text=Bones%20were%20found%20in%20the,the%20time%20of%20her%20death.

    Emerald Cove: https://azwonders.com/2020/10/29/how-to-plan-an-amazing-kayaking-and-camping-adventure-to-emerald-cove-and-willow-beach-on-the-colorado-river/

    Kolb skeletons: https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Kolb_Skeleton

    More facts: https://www.pinkadventuretours.com/blog/20-amazing-grand-canyon-facts

    Fossils: https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/cliff-collapse-reveals-313-million-year-old-fossil-footprints-in-grand-canyon-national-park.htm

  • We are very excited to announce that we are going to make the Grand Canyon episode a 3 part episode just because there was so much history and mysteries.

    So in this first episode we’ll start with the usual stuff like how big it is, deaths per year, things like that. Then we’ll jump into the History of it, including 2 crazy plane crashes that happened and end with a heart warming yet intense story of two brothers and their photography business.

    Sources:

    National Park strange rules: https://www.mentalfloss.com/posts/strange-national-park-rules

    https://morethanjustparks.com/grand-canyon-facts/

    20 things you didn't know about the Grand Canyon

    Quick facts and length of canyon: https://explorethecanyon.com/grand-canyon-facts/

    Rapids: https://www.advantagegrandcanyon.com/grand-canyon-rapids/#:~:text=Running%20for%20more%20than%20192,rapids%20in%20the%20Colorado%20River.

    The Kolb brothers story: https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/historyculture/kolbconflict.htm

    Bringing together the case of Bessie and Hyde: https://library.nau.edu/speccoll/exhibits/grand-canyon-100/index.php/hyde/#:~:text=Bones%20were%20found%20in%20the,the%20time%20of%20her%20death.

    Gila monster: https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/animals/reptiles/facts/gila-monster

    Pink rattlesnake: https://grandcanyonhelicoptertour.net/grand-canyon-snakes-an-outline-of-the-rattlesnakes-in-the-park/

    Rock Squirrel: https://www.animalia.bio/rock-squirrel

    Planning your visit: https://grandcanyon.com/planning/which-rim-of-grand-canyon-is-best/

    Grand Canyon West: https://grandcanyonwest.com/tickets/

    Grand Canyon South: https://grandcanyon.com/planning/south-rim-planning/

    Grand Canyon East:https://grandcanyon.com/planning/east-planning/things-to-do-in-grand-canyon-east-rim/

    Grand Canyon North: https://grandcanyon.com/planning/north-rim-planning/things-to-do-north-rim/

    Fossils and unconformity: https://www.nationalparks.org/connect/blog/8-facts-about-grand-canyon-you-never-knew

    Interesting facts: https://morethanjustparks.com/grand-canyon-facts/

    History: https://www.history.com/topics/landmarks/grand-canyon

    Missing persons: https://www.watchmojo.com/articles/10-most-mysterious-disappearances-in-national-parks

    P3 quick facts: https://explorethecanyon.com/grand-canyon-facts/

    100 grand canyon facts and tips: https://www.azcentral.com/story/travel/arizona/grand-canyon/2019/02/26/100-facts-about-arizona-grand-canyon-to-celebrate-the-national-parks-centennial/2714998002/

    12 facts: https://www.thetravel.com/strange-things-discovered-at-the-grand-canyon/

    25 facts: https://www.thetravel.com/odd-things-about-the-grand-canyon/

    Is Bessie Geogie?: https://library.nau.edu/speccoll/exhibits/grand-canyon-100/index.php/hyde/#:~:text=Bones%20were%20found%20in%20the,the%20time%20of%20her%20death.

    Emerald Cove: https://azwonders.com/2020/10/29/how-to-plan-an-amazing-kayaking-and-camping-adventure-to-emerald-cove-and-willow-beach-on-the-colorado-river/

    Kolb skeletons: https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Kolb_Skeleton

    More facts: https://www.pinkadventuretours.com/blog/20-amazing-grand-canyon-facts

    Fossils: https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/cliff-collapse-reveals-313-million-year-old-fossil-footprints-in-grand-canyon-national-park.htm

  • Let's check out the paranormal side of Voyageurs National Park!

    We'll be talking about the theory of why there's ALWAYS a lady in white;

    The haunted Kettle Falls Hotel and why you don't EVER want to show up at midnight;

    A hard working caretaker, living his best "after" life in Forest Hill Cemetery;

    Ghostly islands with paranormal sightings from the past AND creatures hiding in the thick brush;

    Historic miners still searching for a way out of the catastrophic cave-in;

    And as always, a cryptid, this lake monster seems pretty real to me!

    If you have any interesting National Park stories or experiences, let us know at thelesserknownpod.com

    Links:

    Good info on voyageurs national park:

    https://npshistory.com/publications/voya/newspaper/2003-2004.pdf

    Kettle Falls Hotel - book a room!

    https://www.kettlefallshotel.com/

    Kettle Falls Ghost Story:

    https://www.voyageurs.org/news/2019/10/30/a-kettle-falls-ghost-story-for-halloween

    Kettle Falls:

    https://hitrecord.org/records/1822432

    Park stuff:

    https://chasingadvntr.com/voyageurs-national-park-map/

    Ghost Hunters, Season 9; Episode 12

  • Summary

    Voyageurs National Park, located in Minnesota, was established in 1975 and is home to the Chippewa or Ojibwe people. The park's lakes and waterways were important for fur trading between the French and Indigenous populations. The park was named after the French Canadian voyagers who paddled long distances to trade furs. The abandoned gold mines in the park were operational from 1893 to 1898 during the Rainy Lake Gold Rush. The park also features ice caves near Lake Superior, a mysterious waterfall called Devil's Kettle, a floating post office, and sightings of a rare white moose. The park is designated as a dark sky sanctuary, making it ideal for stargazing.

    Takeaways

    Voyageurs National Park has a rich history of fur trading between the French and Indigenous populations.

    The park features abandoned gold mines from the Rainy Lake Gold Rush.

    Visitors can explore ice caves near Lake Superior and witness the mysterious Devil's Kettle waterfall.

    The park is home to a floating post office and occasional sightings of a rare white moose.

    Voyageurs National Park is designated as a dark sky sanctuary, offering excellent stargazing opportunities.

    Sources

    https://thetravelingwildflower.com/voyageursnationalpark/

    https://npshistory.com/publications/voya/index.htm

    https://silverlight.store/posts/voyageurs-national-park/

    https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list-of-us-national-parks-by-size/

    How many deaths a year: https://www.wnct.com/travel/the-most-dangerous-u-s-national-parks/

    Link to campsites and hikes: https://silverlight.store/posts/voyageurs-national-park/

  • Come explore the paranormal side of the U.S. Virgin Islands with us!

    We’ll discuss the eerie happenings at The Buccaneer Hotel on St. Croix, where restless pirate spirits and a heartbroken lady in white roam.

    Next we'll venture over to Bluebeard’s Castle in St. Thomas to uncover the haunted history of Bluebeard and his ghostly wives. Why so many wives?

    Then, we’ll hike the haunted trails of the Annaberg Plantation and Cinnamon Bay, where the whispers of the past echo through the ruins. We’ll even visit the spooky Old Danish Cemetery, where mysterious lights and ghostly figures live on forever!

    And of course, no episode would be complete without a cryptid! We’ll share the chilling tales of the Lou Garu, the werewolf of St. Thomas.

    Links:

    Cinnamon Bay Stuff:

    https://seestjohn.com/cinnamon-bay-trail/

    Camp Cinnamon Bay:

    https://www.cinnamonbayvi.com/

    Paranormal Stuff:

    https://stjohnhistoricalsociety.org/vol-ix-no-2-october-2007-jumbies-and-werewolves-by-robin-swank-with-the-assistance-of-several-other-unnamed-ghoulish-board-members/

    Haunted Places in St. John

    https://www.islandluxuryvi.com/post/haunted-places-in-the-virgin-islands

    Jumbie Beach

    https://onislandtimes.com/spotlight-on-jumbie-beach/

    More Jumbie Stuff:

    https://newsofstjohn.com/jaywalk-with-jumbies-cruz-bay-ghost-walk-set-to-debut/

    Ghost stories:

    https://www.yourghoststories.com/ghost-stories-countries.php?country=VI&page=1

    Bluebeard's Castle (you can stay here)

    https://www.bluebeards-castle.com/

    Haunted Stuff in the Virgin Islands

    https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/florida/haunted-history-tour-fl-estate/

    Werewolf:

    book, recaptured in St John Backtime, Desmond Holdridge

    I’m doing the

  • Welcome to another episode of the Lesser Known where we explore some of the most common places that are riddled with lesser known spots, facts, and hauntings within.

    In this episode we go over how the U.S. Virgin Island came under U.S. rule including the generous donation made by a Billionaire who frequented the Islands. We'll also talk about unique things found within the park such as:

    1. Biobays

    2. Disappearing Planes

    3. Unexplained Underwater Noises

    4. And 5 Things you didn't know about the IslandsWe appreciate you listening and hope you enjoy it!

    Sources:

    https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/blackbeard-s-castle

    https://chatgpt.com/c/9ee2709a-a995-4544-b846-ba816eaef5cd

    https://www.nationalparked.com/virgin-islands

    https://morethanjustparks.com/virgin-islands-national-park-facts/

    https://stormypirates.com/blog/virgin-island-fun-facts/

    https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelgoldstein/2021/02/02/americas-most-dangerous-national-parks/

    https://www.saj.usace.army.mil/Media/News-Stories/Article/479601/the-relationship-between-the-united-states-puerto-rico-and-the-us-virgin-islands/

    https://www.nps.gov/viis/learn/nature/geologic-activity.htm

    https://newverest.com/blogs/newverest-blog/7-bermuda-triangle-mysteries-youll-never-know-the-truth-about

    https://www.virginkayaktours.com/post/bioluminescent-bay-st-croix-usvi#:~:text=Exploring%20the%20bioluminescent%20bay%20in,living%20organisms%20in%20the%20water.

    https://www.livescience.com/mysterious-blue-goo-deep-sea

    https://vacationvi.com/10-surprising-facts-about-the-usvi-that-you-didnt-know/

  • Today we're exploring the paranormal side of Shenandoah National Park.

    If you're looking for a haunted place to stay, I've got just the place! Skyland Resort is full of interesting paranormal encounters. Or you can stay right on Corbin Cabin Trail, where Mrs. Corbin is sure to make her presence know to you - EEK.

    And for all you hikers that like a little extra spookiness, the old civil war trails are lined with abandoned cemeteries and settlements - the perfect recipe for those still looking to live their best life, even in death.

    Cryptids in Shenandoah? Definitely! I'll be talking about the mysterious Wampus Cat - guardian or villain? I'll let you decide.

    LINKS:

    Shenandoah History:

    https://www.snptrust.org/about-us/mission-history/shenandoah-history/#:~:text=When%20Congress%20established%20Shenandoah%20National,Civilian%20Conservation%20Corps%20(CCC).

    The Skyland Resort:

    https://www.goshenandoah.com/lodging/skyland/skyland-map

    Civil War Connection (NPS):

    https://www.nps.gov/articles/shenandoah-civil-war-connection.htm

    Lunar Paranormal Investigations (EVP Work):

    https://lunarparanormalvirginia.com/

    Bolen Cemetery (Find a Grave)

    https://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/2214992/bolen-cemetery

    Wampus Cat:

    https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/wampus-cat

    Wampus Cat:

    https://science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/strange-creatures/wampus-cat.htm

    Haunted Hikes:

    https://www.blueridgeoutdoors.com/hiking/haunted-hikes-spooky-cemetery-strolls-in-southern-national-parks/

    Rent the Haunted Corbin Cabin

    https://www.patc.net/

    The Park Ranger Story, by Lilith Dread

    Park Ranger REVEALS Shenandoah National Park's DARKEST SECRETS

  • In this episode, we explore the lesser known history of Shenandoah National Park along with lesser known facts about the popular trail that lies within it.

    Sources:

    https://blog.allentate.com/blue-ridge-geology/

    https://www.whitecrowtours.com/white-crow-notes/10-facts-about-shenandoah-national-park

    https://listverse.com/2023/03/12/10-missing-persons-cases-around-shenandoah-national-park/ - disappearances

    https://www.newsleader.com/story/news/local/2017/11/18/where-bobby-fitzgerald/877282001/

    https://www.liveawilderlife.com/fun-facts-about-shenandoah-national-park/

  • Today, we're diving into the paranormal side of Denali National Park, Alaska.

    Looking for a haunted hotel? The Historic Anchorage Hotel is full of spooky activity that'll keep you up all night!

    Ever wondered how many bodies are currently on Mount Denali? Take a guess, then tune in to find out if you're right.

    You've probably heard of the Bermuda Triangle (not sure why that one is so popular), but have you heard of the Alaskan Triangle? Way more people have disappeared here—it's mind-blowing!

    We'll wrap up with a couple of mythical creatures: the Keelut and the Wendigo. Check out Instagram for pictures, but beware—the Wendigo is seriously terrifying!

    Historic Anchorage Hotel:

    www.historicanchoragehotel.com.

    https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/article/deaths-denali-highlight-challenges-search-and-body-recovery/2012/06/19/#:~:text=But%20though%20visible%20in%20the,body%20has%20never%20been%20found.

    Alaska Triangle

    https://www.travelchannel.com/interests/haunted/articles/7-unexplained-disappearances-in-the-alaska-triangle

    https://www.thevintagenews.com/2024/01/15/the-alaska-triangle/

    Keelut Story:

    https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/uw8m58/attacked_by_an_inuit_myth_i_grew_up_on_a_cemetery/?rdt=54357

    How many bodies on Denali

    https://www.nps.gov/dena/planyourvisit/mountaineering.htm

    Wendigo Sightings:

    Top 5 Unexplained Wendigo Sightings That Prove They Are Among Us

  • Thanks for joining us again for another episode! Today we talk about Denali National Park's summit history and lesser-known facts about it. Do you dare summit this treacherous mountain?

    Sources:

    Dinosaurs https://www.npca.org/articles/1565-where-the-wild-things-were

    Alaska triangle https://www.jpost.com/omg/article-774019

    5 weird facts https://www.alaskatourjobs.com/blog/useful-tips/5-weird-facts-denali-national-park-preserve/

    10 weird facts https://morethanjustparks.com/denali-national-park-facts/

    35 things about it https://nationalparkobsessed.com/denali-facts/

    https://unofficialnetworks.com/2018/02/26/9-things-you-didnt-know-about-denali-national-park-nps/

    https://www.treehugger.com/denali-national-park-5210747

    https://www.adventuretreks.com/blog/10-things-you-didnt-know-about-denali/

    https://outdoors.com/5-things-you-didnt-know-about-denali-national-park/

    Hidden canyons

    https://nationalparkobsessed.com/national-parks-by-size/

    Important Denali dates : https://www.livescience.com/40595-denali-mount-mckinley.html#:~:text=More%20than%2032%2C000%20people%20have,a%20few%20reach%20the%20top.

    Most dangerous NP’s: https://www.panish.law/nevada/deaths-in-us-national-parks/

    Denali climbers: https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/first-successful-ascent-of-mt-mckinley

  • Hey guys! Let's take a look at the paranormal side of these beautiful islands. I'll admit, before we did this episode, I didn't even know about Channel Islands National Park! Now, here we are, looking for spectral sailors who never made back to shore, hoping to find buried treasure (which may or may not be cursed), and watching out for departed lighthouse keepers still roaming the halls.

    As always, we need a fun place to stay too! The Glen Tavern Inn is just a hop, skip, and jump-scare away from the islands. Learn about its history of poker games and prohibition-era shenanigans (where Ashlee would most likely run the speakeasy and be a flapper?), now a cozy spot where you can sleep like the dead—literally - eek!

    Links:

    Hotel - Glen Tavern Inn

    https://www.officialglentavern.com/history

    Anacapa Island

    https://www.independent.com/2007/10/25/journey-anacapislands-dark-side/

    Google Book, Channel Island Hauntings

    https://books.google.com/books?id=kAK1p91zJEwC&pg=PA39&lpg=PA39&dq=paranormal+activity+in+the+channel+islands+national+park&source=bl&ots=u5Sj6NE5Cn&sig=ACfU3U2pOhk4VrfsDi59ZrNWDA4yTnk_hw&hl=en&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiq5v6pnueFAxUXHjQIHZjUB704KBDoAXoECAgQAw#v=onepage&q=paranormal%20activity%20in%20the%20channel%20islands%20national%20park&f=false

    Ghost Adventures: This was $1.99 on YouTube, Maybe free on Travel Channel?

    Season 8; Episode 16

    Deaths at Anacapa Island;

    https://www.islapedia.com/index.php?title=DEATHS:_ANACAPA_ISLAND

    Weirdca.com

    http://www.weirdca.com/