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Get ready to have your mind blown by some Crater Lake National Park fun facts! Sure, it's got that insanely blue water, but this park is hiding some seriously epic secrets. We're diving deep (pun intended!) into the crazy volcanic history of the park, sharing some jaw-dropping facts that'll make you see Crater Lake in a whole new light. Come along as we dive into the science, history, and mythology of one of America's most stunning national parks! Join us as we discuss: The colossal volcanic eruption that made Crater Lake one of the largest explosions the Cascades has seen in a million years Why the eruption left such a mark on the native people that they considered the area too sacred to even look at The massive eruption that was so large that the volcano literally lost 8,000 feet off its peak The mystery of the lake so deep, it holds the title of the deepest in the entire United States The shocking purity of Crater Lake's legendary blue water We hope you enjoyed learning all about Crater Lake National Park with us! We barely scratched the surface of this incredible park, but we hope you get a chance to get out there and see this stunning park for yourself. For your mission today, tell us: What's calling to you most at Crater Lake? Is it the powerful story of the volcano, the crater left by Mount Mazama, or the unbelievably blue lake? Head over to the Dirt In My Shoes Facebook or Instagram page to let us know! For a full summary of this episode, links to things we mentioned, and free resources/deals to get your trip-planning started, check out the full show notes. .................................... Are you hoping for an epic and stress-free national park trip? Check out these FREE resources to make trip planning a breeze! Master Reservation List – learn about the camping, lodging, and activity reservations required for every park. National Parks By Month List – see the best parks to visit during every month of the year. National Parks Checklist – track where you've been and where you still need to go. National Parks Packing List – pack the essentials to be confident and prepared as you explore the parks. And for more information about Crater Lake, check out these Crater Lake Podcast Episodes and Crater Lake Trip Planning Articles. ....................................
Crater Lake, the ghost of the mighty Mount Mazama, is more than just breathtakingly blue waters—it's a place steeped in legend, tragedy, and the unexplained. In this episode, we dive into the Klamath Tribes' epic tale of a volcanic battle between the spirits of the Above and Below Worlds, culminating in Mount Mazama's cataclysmic collapse 8,000 years ago.We'll explore the science behind its impossibly clear and vivid blue hue, its standing as the deepest lake in the United States, and its eerie reputation as a sacred and hypnotic site. From the mysterious Old Man of the Lake—a 450-year-old floating log with an uncanny knack for influencing weather—to phantom islands, ghostly lodge residents, and even Bigfoot sightings, Crater Lake proves to be a hotbed of intrigue.Plus, we'll share spine-chilling stories of disappearances, tragic suicides, plane crashes, and UFO sightings over its mirror-like surface. Is it a portal to the underworld? A home to cryptids and aliens? Or simply nature at its most awe-inspiring and enigmatic? Join us as we unravel the haunting tales, paranormal encounters, and unsolved mysteries that make Crater Lake one of the most captivating and spooky spots in the Pacific Northwest.988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineVisit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us & possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us at pnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com or use this link. There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Spreaker, or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts. Sources
Send us a textWhat if the serene beauty of Crater Lake harbors secrets far darker than you can imagine? On this episode of the Spooky Island Radio Podcast, we journey to the breathtaking Crater Lake National Park in Oregon, unearthing its dramatic birth from the eruption of Mount Mazama around 5500 BC. While the lake's natural and geological wonders are truly mesmerizing, the legends of Jimo Kmach, the creator spirit revered by Native Americans, add a fascinating spiritual layer to this enigmatic location. Prepare to be enthralled as we unravel the park's rich history and the diverse flora and fauna that thrive in this mystical environment.However, the allure of Crater Lake is not without its shadowy mysteries. On October 14, 2006, eight-year-old Sammy Boehlke vanished without a trace, despite exhaustive search efforts. This haunting disappearance sets the stage for the chilling tale of Charles McCullough, known as the "Melting Skeleton," and the tragic case of Derek Engerbretson. As we explore these baffling incidents, we grapple with eerie similarities and theories ranging from severe weather to supernatural forces. Each story leaves us with more questions than answers, amplifying the enigma that surrounds this enigmatic park.To round off this spine-tingling episode, we dive into the intriguing UFO sightings reported around Crater Lake. I'll share my personal encounters and the strange phenomena that have left many baffled. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok for more updates and to share your own spooky stories. As we wrap up, remember to stay vigilant, keep the lights on, and immerse yourself in the spooky atmosphere until our next eerie adventure.
When you think of crystal clear waters, the pictures that normally come to mind are of the Maldives, some Caribbean or Mediterranean islands with endless beaches. Now these other places can, indeed, boast super clean waters, but there are less expected locations where you can see through the water down to the bottom. Have you ever visited Crater Lake National Park in Oregon? It was formed 7,700 years ago when the volcano, Mount Mazama, collapsed. It's the deepest lake in the United States and it's spotlessly blue. By the way, there's a fun sight inside the lake – the so-called “Old Man of the Lake” that's a vertically floating hemlock, first recorded in 1896. Music by Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Subscribe to Bright Side : https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook: / brightside Instagram: / brightgram 5-Minute Crafts Youtube: https://www.goo.gl/8JVmuC Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Crater Lake wasn't always a lake. Knute Berger tells the story of when a blast 50 times the size of Mt St. Helens' blanketed the PNW in ash. Crater Lake National Park in southern Oregon is known for its crown jewel: a brilliantly blue and very deep alpine lake. But some 8,000 years ago, this lake was a mountain. Then the mountain erupted, blowing its top and layering ash so far afield that it impacted wildlife in Canada. Indigenous people carry oral traditions that share what it was like to witness the blast. Crosscut's resident historian Knute Berger unearthed this history in a recent episode of the Mossback's Northwest video series, but there is more left to uncover. In this episode of Mossback, Berger joins co-host Stephen Hegg to more deeply understand the geologic history of the blast and the cultural history of what eventually became known as Mount Mazama. They also discuss the chance of this or any other volcano in the Pacific Northwest blowing again — and what impact that could have on all of us. For more on all things Mossback, visit crosscut.com/mossback. To reach Knute Berger directly, drop him a line at knute.berger@crosscut.com. And if you'd like an exclusive weekly newsletter from Knute, where he offers greater insight into his latest historical discoveries, become a Crosscut member today. --- Credits Hosts: Stephen Hegg, Knute Berger Producer: Seth Halleran Story editors: Sara Bernard and Sarah Menzies
Thanks for tuning into Curious Cat's very special season three, Cascadia. As the scorching heat of summer continues, I hope you'll retreat with us into the musky wilderness, dip a toe in a chill alpine lake, and reflect on the perfection of nature. This week we travel south to a place not far from the California/Oregon border. Double knot your hiking boots, top off your hydro flask, then douse yourself in holy water or sage because this one is on the spooky side.My first full panic attack occurred in a hotel room half a globe away from CASCADIA - but it was curiously part of Cascadia's legendary Ring of Fire. We were on the final days of a trip of a lifetime to Japan that included a visit to Disney's two parks - Disneyland and Tokyo Sea - which by the way was hands-down the best theme park I've ever been to before or since. Okay, back to that panic attack. We were staying in a hotel on Tokyo Bay and somewhere around 3am I woke up, heart racing, sweating, gasping in enough air not to faint. Everyone else remained asleep, which was better than them freaking out along with me. Heart pounding, sweating, crying. I basically thought I must be dying. If you've not experienced a panic attack , well I hope you never do. As the worst of it began to subside, I had an urge to press my hands against something ice cold. The best I could find in the slim room was a window. I sobbed, wiping my face with my pajama sleeve. After fifteen minutes or so, the attack had run its course. I shared that in love, but also so you will understand how my body reacts when I am near two places; Mount Shasta and Crater Lake National Park. Now as we dive into the facts, stories, legends, ufo lore, and mysteries of Crater Lake, you'll know what I mean when I say I have a visceral reaction to this location. Let's get into it!I. Introduction2. Crater Lake Facts3. Native History of Giiwas4. Unexplained Missing Persons5. The Old Man of the Lake6. A Ghost Story7. Episode Close *********************************************************************Curious Cat is lacing up their hiking boots to explore the rumor riddled Cascade Mountain Range, a land of fire and ice. Sasquatch, UFOs, remote viewing, bottomless pits, unexplained missing persons, and more, if you have any supernatural experiences from CASCADIA, drop us an email at Curious_Cat_Podcast@icloud.com and YOU might be featured on a future episode! Look for CASCADIA episodes on your regular Curious Cat feed. Original art by @norasunnamedphotos find the artist on Instagram and look for their newest designs on Society6. Curious Cat is a proud member of the Ethereal Network. We endeavor to raise the vibration of the planet one positive post at a time!Curious Cat Crew on Socials:Curious Cat on TwitterCurious Cat on InstagramCurious Cat on TikTokArt Director: NorasUnnamedPhotos (on Insta)
William Guymer was born at Jamestown, North Dakota, in 1925. After graduating from Jamestown High, Bill entered the US Navy in March of 1943 during World War II. After basic training, Guymer became a Gunnery Mate and was assigned to the USS Mazama. The Mazama was a large Navy ammunition ship that served in the Pacific. Navy ammunition ships were named after volcanoes -- mountains that could explode. Ammunition ships could do the same. The Mazama was named after Mount Mazama, a collapsed volcano in the Cascade Range in Oregon.
One of Isle Royale National Park’s most famous attractions is one that visitors rarely see: wolves. Bryan had the opportunity to speak with Park Ranger Mark Romanski, Division Chief of Natural Resources, about the park’s most elusive resident. Discussion includes the following: 0:02 - Past episodes listening suggestions: Ken Burns interview, Biscayne National Park, Crater Lake National Park, Everglades National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Olympic National Park, Saguaro National Park, Shenandoah National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Yosemite National Park, Zion National Park 1:04 - Mark Romanski, Division Chief, Natural Resources, Isle Royale National Park 1:56 - When and how wolves made their way to Isle Royale 2:54 - Population Programs: From a 1948 collaboration with Detroit Zoo through today 3:55 - Shifting policies, shifting populations of an island ecosystem 6:00 - The big bear question (and answer), “Why are there no bears on Isle Royale?” 6:53 - Collecting data on Isle Royale’s current wolf population with Michigan Technological University 8:16 - Caucusing: The winter study with Dr. Rolf Peterson and John Vucetich 11:02 - Modern tech, modern tracking 11:25 - Wolves: Social lives and relationship structures 13:53 - Wolves: Hunting and adaptability 17:01 - Collecting data, part II 18:22 - Moose: Not the easiest kill 19:32 - Slim chances of seeing (or hearing) Isle Royale’s most elusive residents 23:47 - Wolf calls 25:21 - Beauty beyond the wolf 26:27 - Femur finds 27:20 - Wolf observation plans for 2020 28:18 - Ranger Mark shares his favorite wolf-related Isle Royale story For complete show notes and archive, visit everybodysnationalparks.com. We have covered parks including: Biscayne, Crater Lake, Everglades, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Olympic, Rock Creek, Saguaro, Shenandoah, Virgin Islands, Yellowstone, Yosemite and Zion. We also have special conversations with a diverse group of national park champions. (Ep. 13) Acclaimed documentarian Ken Burns took time out of his busy schedule to discuss the creation and legacy of the National Park Service and celebrate the tenth anniversary of his series The National Parks: America’s Best Idea. (Ep. 14) Author Becky Lomax chatted with Danielle and Bryan about her guidebook and offered travel tips to lesser-known parks. (Ep. 19.5) Ranger Shelton Johnson introduced listeners to the Buffalo Soldiers of Yosemite National Park Actions: Subscribe to our podcast from our website https://www.everybodysnationalparks.com/ Tell your friends about Everybody’s National Parks Send us your national park stories, recommendations, comments, or questions to Hello at everybodysnps.com. Support us on Patreon Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook Please tag us from the parks you are visiting at #everybodysnationalparks
Although notoriously difficult to get to (and, in Bryan’s case, off of), Isle Royale National Park rewards visitors with acres of solitude and Superior vistas. Park Ranger Liz Valencia, the park’s Chief of Interpretation and Cultural Resources, joins Bryan to discuss the island’s mystique and why it’s rugged beauty is more approachable than you think. Discussion Includes the Following: 0:02 - Past episodes listening suggestions: Ken Burns interview, Biscayne National Park, Crater Lake National Park, Everglades National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Olympic National Park, Saguaro National Park, Shenandoah National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Yosemite National Park, Zion National Park 1:10 - Park Ranger Liz Valencia, Chief of Interpretation and Cultural Resources at Isle Royal National Park 1:26 - Minnesota or Michigan? Getting to Isle Royale by boat: Ranger III, Isle Royale Queen IV, Voyageur II, Sea Hunter III 4:03 - Daytripper strategies: Grand Portage, MN and Copper Harbor, MI 8:40 - Seaplane service 9:42- Extended exploring aboard Voyageur II 10:25 - Island hopping and harbor stopping: Daytrip and overnight options at Windigo, McCargoe Cove, Belle Isle, Tobin Harbor, Rock Harbor, Daisy Farm, Malone Bay, Chippewa Harbor 12:28 - Rock Harbor Lodge water taxi 12:45 - Huginnin Cove Loop Trail 13:28 - Hiking the spine: The Greenstone Ridge Trail 16:16 - Weather considerations and planning for the unexpected 20:02 - Daytrip hikes from Rock Harbor: Scoville Point, Suzy’s Cave, Lookout Louise, Mount Franklin, Tobin Harbor, Ojibway Fire Tower 24:24 - Rock Harbor paddling recommendations 25:46 - Daytrip hikes from Windigo: Windigo Nature Trail, Grace Creek Overlook, Minong Overlook, Rock of Ages Huginnin Cove Loop 27:15 - Backcountry treks: Feldtmann Ridge Trail 29:25 - Backcountry portages 30:19 - Islands and inland lakes: Beaver Island, Lake Richie, Chickenbone Lake 31:49 - Backcountry camping permits and logistics 33:30 - Backcountry popularity 35:44 - Sailing around Isle Royale and the outer islands 36:27 - An underwater museum: cold-water diving amongst the preserved remains of 10 major shipwrecks 40:52 - Ranger programs on land and water 45:44 - Inside the park’s wolves and moose population with Isleroyalwolf.org and the fictional Winter Study by Nevada Barr 47:48 - Slim shoulder-season 49:52 - Pests 51:20 - Seasonal transitions 53:47 - Ranger Liz shares a favorite Isle Royale memory 57:15 - Don’t be shy. Ask a ranger! For complete show notes and archive, visit everybodysnationalparks.com. We have covered parks including: Biscayne, Crater Lake, Everglades, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Olympic, Rock Creek, Saguaro, Shenandoah, Virgin Islands, Yellowstone, Yosemite and Zion. We also have special conversations with a diverse group of national park champions. (Ep. 13) Acclaimed documentarian Ken Burns took time out of his busy schedule to discuss the creation and legacy of the National Park Service and celebrate the tenth anniversary of his series The National Parks: America’s Best Idea. (Ep. 14) Author Becky Lomax chatted with Danielle and Bryan about her guidebook and offered travel tips to lesser-known parks. (Ep. 19.5) Ranger Shelton Johnson introduced listeners to the Buffalo Soldiers of Yosemite National Park Actions: Subscribe to our podcast from our website https://www.everybodysnationalparks.com/ Tell your friends about Everybody’s National Parks Send us your national park stories, recommendations, comments, or questions to Hello at everybodysnps.com. Support us on Patreon Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook Please tag us from the parks you are visiting at #everybodysnationalparks
Getting to Isle Royale National Park proves easier than getting off the famously difficult to reach island for Bryan and his buddies. In this episode, he’s joined by brother Dan and Dr Jeff Greenberger, their former-teacher-turned-honorary-highschool-buddy, for a post-trip recap. Danielle closes the show with a look at riding out an Isle Royale storm from ENP headquarters. Discussion includes the following: [0:46] Past episodes listening suggestions: Ken Burns interview, Biscayne National Park, Crater Lake National Park, Everglades National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Olympic National Park, Saguaro National Park, Shenandoah National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Yosemite National Park, Zion National Park, and 2019 Year In Review [01:52] The adventure begins:: Grand Marais, MN, Grand Portage, MN, Sea Hunter Ferry, Isle Royale National Park [05:00] First impressions, lasting memories: Windigo, Washington Harbor, Lake Superior, The SS America [07:00] A first-name basis welcome and check-in procedures [08:40] Day 1: Agates, beavers, and Tolkien vibes on Huginnin Cove Trail [13:00] Windigo camper cabins and visitors center review [13:56] Day 2: Morning moose-spotting and the ferry to McCargoe Cove [17:36] Hiking highlights: Lake Richie, Chickenbone Lake, and meeting a trail regular [21:00] Our backcountry campsite and a dip with the neighboring moose [22:25] Wolf tales and loon calls [24:40] The joys of sleeping soundly in a bear-free park [26:45] Day 3: Greenstone Ridge Trail, Three Mile campground [27:35] Daisy Farm [28:50] The gadget man (powdered root beer, cylinder stick stove) [29:43] Inclement camping: ominous weather forecasted [32:51] Day 4: Tobin Harbor, Lake Superior, and the trail to Rock Harbor {34:00] Moose tales [36:01] Rock Harbor Lodge cabins [37:00} Juxtaposition: Isle Royale’s grand past and mining history [38:58] Lodge dinner and libation recommendations: Redjacket Amber Ale and Widowmaker by Keweenaw Brewing Company and Isle Royale Cream Ale from Midland Brewing Company [40:51] The (return) adventure begins: rough crossings and returns [44:20] Bonus Day 5: witnessing the very best in our NPS staff [46:30] Bonus day recollections [48:30] Back into civilization: Duluth and Minneapolis, MN [51:00] Isle Royale wish lists: full-island traverse and kayak-camping [54:08} Lasting impressions [57:27] Homefront POV: Danielle minds mission control during the guys’ bonus day snafu For complete show notes and archive, visit everybodysnationalparks.com. We have covered parks including: Biscayne, Crater Lake, Everglades, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Olympic, Rock Creek, Saguaro, Shenandoah, Virgin Islands, Yellowstone, Yosemite and Zion. We also have special conversations with a diverse group of national park champions. (Ep. 13) Acclaimed documentarian Ken Burns took time out of his busy schedule to discuss the creation and legacy of the National Park Service and celebrate the tenth anniversary of his series The National Parks: America’s Best Idea. (Ep. 14) Author Becky Lomax chatted with Danielle and Bryan about her guidebook and offered travel tips to lesser-known parks. (Ep. 19.5) Ranger Shelton Johnson introduced listeners to the Buffalo Soldiers of Yosemite National Park Actions: Subscribe to our podcast from our website https://www.everybodysnationalparks.com/ Tell your friends about Everybody’s National Parks Send us your national park stories, recommendations, comments, or questions to Hello at everybodysnps.com. Support us on Patreon Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook Please tag us from the parks you are visiting at #everybodysnationalparks
Description: In episode 9.3 Bryan talks with Park Ranger Mimi Gorman about how Crater Lake was created by Mount Mazama, what makes it special, mysteries about the lake, the legacy of Mount Mazama and tips for visitors. Discussion includes the following: · What is Crater Lake and why is it special (1:16) · Mount Mazama, how the lake was formed, and underwater volcanic features (2:50) · How does the water level stay consistent (5:20) · Gold Prospectors “discovered” the lake (7:24) · Crater Lake is not a crater (9:37) · Evidence of volcanic eruption today, pumice fields and 4 forest zones (10:17) · How to visit Crater Lake National Park: different modes of transportation (13:30) · Junior Ranger Program (18:20) · The old man in the lake (19:53) · Other mysteries of Crater Lake (23:03) · Mimi’s favorite story (25:16) Resources Mount Mazama and Crater Lake: Growth and Destruction of a Cascade Volcano The Old Man of the Lake Actions Subscribe to our podcast from our website https://www.everybodysnationalparks.com/ Tell your friends about Everybody’s National Parks Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/EverybodysNPs?alert=2 Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook Please tag us from the parks you are visiting at #everybodysnationalparks
Mazama Village Campground in Crater Lake National Park puts you close to the natural beauty of Crater Lake National Park. Oregon's only national park is home to the nation's deepest lake. This phenomenon was created when the volcano Mount Mazama collapsed over 7000 years ago. A massive caldera was left behind, creating Crater Lake. The waters of this generous basin are known for their incredible purity and color. The surrounding natural setting is equally as stunning. The post Campground Review: Mazama Village Campground in Crater Lake National Park, Oregon appeared first on RV Family Travel Atlas.
Spooktacular mid-October to sometime in November continues with the cult classic Buffy the Vampire Slayer! Girl power! Penn & Teller, Phil Helmuth, 24, Tru Calling, Raw Reality, Sprung Monkey, fighting jeans, and Mount Mazama are also discussed.