Podcasts about national forests

MISSING from Angeles National ForestBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.

Segments The Tallest Unclimbed Mountains Trek Propaganda: Roundup Is Being Sprayed in National Forests. Here's What PCT Hikers Should Know by Kelly Floro QOTD:  Would you rather give up sauces or kissing? Triple Crown of Ways NOT to die Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/ and his coffee. Sign up for the Trek's newsletter Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Alex and Misty with NavigatorsCrafting, Alex Kindle, Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Bill Jensen, Brad & Blair Thirteen Adventures, Bret Mullins aka Cruizy, Bryan Alsop, Carl Lobstah Houde, Christopher Marshburn, Clint Sitler, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Ethan Harwell, Gillian Daniels, Greg Knight, Greg Martin, Griffin Haywood, Hailey Buckingham, Jackson Storm, JaredNotFromSubway, Jason Kiser, Jason "The Snail" Snailer, Luke Netjes, Matty in AZ, Patrick Cianciolo, Randy Sutherland, Rebecca Brave, Rural Juror, Sawyer Products, The Saint Louis Shaman, Timothy Hahn, Tracy 'Trigger' Fawns A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: Bells, Benjy Lowry, Bonnie Ackerman, Brett Vandiver, Chris Pyle, Dakota J, David Neal, Dcnerdlet, Denise Krekeler, Jack Greene, Jeanie, Jeanne Latshaw, Lloyd Harris, Merle Watkins, Peter, Quenten Jones, Ruth S, Salt Stain, Sloan Alberhasky, and Tyler Powers

A family stranded deep inside Washington's Gifford Pinchot National Forest starts hearing whistles moving around their tent in the darkness.Hours later, the sounds are coming from every direction.An Alaskan Native witness shares encounters involving massive boulders crushing campsites near Lower Tamgas Lake, terrifying sounds in the wilderness, tribal knowledge passed down for generations, and a roadside Bigfoot sighting in Ohio that stayed with him for life.Remote forests.Multiple witnesses.Stories that still don't have answers.

From Devils Tower in northwestern Wyoming, Host David Horton and Clay Jenkinson discuss Theodore Roosevelt's conservation achievements. When the National Monuments and Antiquities Act was passed in 1906, President Roosevelt lost no time in setting aside what would become 18 National Monuments, starting with Devils Tower just west of the Black Hills. Roosevelt had little to do with the creation of the Antiquities Act, but he made the most of it, culminating in his colossal designation of Grand Canyon National Monument in 1908. In the course of his two-term presidency, Roosevelt set aside a whopping 230 million acres of National Park, National Forest, National Monument, National Wildlife Refuge, and National Game Preserve. No president has done more. David asked Clay to outline his three-phase Roosevelt conservation tour for 2026. First, South Dakota, Wyoming, and Colorado; later, Montana and Idaho; and in the fall, all of Roosevelt's conservation designations in the Four Corners region of the Southwest.

The DepartureIt took us way longer than expected, but eventually Larry and I left Colorado to return home.Or at least, that was the plan.The land ownership was finally settled, all the documents were registered, officiated, finalized and everything was now in our names. Other people no longer had a footing or claim to the land or anything they had abandoned there.We had three major structures (including a vehicle) removed from the land, cutting off the negative energy cords they had anchored there.I woke up one day to find that Larry was removing water tanks, packing generators, tools and plants.Okidoki, I thought. This is it. We are leaving.A few hours later, we started the GPS and it said, 19 hours to Port Angeles. We discussed where we might stop, how many hours we would drive that day and we left. We came to a grinding stop a few yards outside of the property… OMG, we had left Chinook tied up in the shade in the sand castle! Our giant, white, hard-to-miss Maremmano-Abruzzese dog. We re-checked everything again, loaded our love bug onto the truck and set off yet again.We wanted to get north of Salt Lake City on the first day, which we did. We actually stayed at a Cabelas' carpark, and there was a bit of grass next to us. The dogs sniffed it, laid down on it and went to sleep. They had missed the grass.Everything was good, we had driven the rest of the day and had found a great place to park.The next day, we found a restaurant that opened for breakfast at 7:30am. We walked over and found it to be both beautiful and high-frequency. The food was also amazing. After breakfast, our plan was to drive all day and get to Eastern Washington.But when we got back in the car and started the map, it showed us we still had 17 hours left. How could this be? It was so confusing, we had driven a long way the previous day.We sighed and started the drive again. It is not like this is the first time we had missing time in our travels.In fact, as the journey unfolded, Larry and I started comparing notes with earlier trips and noticing some very strange patterns. We will explore those more deeply in the podcast.Again, we drove all day. We veered north. The time on the GPS looked very similar to the Oregon route. We found an amazing National Forest camping ground and after some chopping of wood, walking the dogs and dinner, we went to sleep.The next day the story repeated. Instead of the 8 hours left that the GPS had told us the previous night, we had 14!OK, this was odd, weird and strange. Larry decided to find a physical map to check our journey on. There was a large map outside an information stop in Lolo, Montana. Yup, you guessed it. We still had 14 hours left to get home. At that point we stopped trying to make sense of it and simply kept driving.We can discard it all with bad planning or failing GPS directions. But this became even stranger.When we left Lolo, the GPS said to go north to Moscow and Coeur d'Alene. I was a bit confused by this, but we followed the instructions. As I was looking at the gps trying to figure out how far we were so we could stop for food there, I looked up and saw a notice saying “Welcome to Washington”. And, as I pointed it out to Larry asking him when we had stopped going north (he said we had not), I looked down to the map and saw our dot move from the road north, to one going west. Not only that, but it was well within Washington.Hmm, OK, we thought. And looked around us. Endless green fields stretched to the horizon. Strong grasses rolled in the wind like waves on an ocean. Here and there sat seriously beautiful farmhouse compounds surrounded by trees, barns and silence. It felt less like driving through a place and more like moving through a painting.Again, we drove all day. Nothing changed. The fields seemed to go forever. It does not take all day to drive across Washington State. Yet, at the end of the day, just as the green fields turned to desert, we found a campground in Wanapum Recreation Area. Yes, Still eastern washington.The next day we did manage to get close to home! You got it. We drove all day and managed to get past Port Angeles, where we camped for the evening in our shared land, Fossil Beach, where our friends were waiting.When we finally did get home, the next day, we felt very different from when we had left, different from who we had been in Colorado, and different again from who we had been on the road home. The locations themselves no longer seemed important. It was like we had never left home at all. Or more like all of it was home.Which makes me wonder. Bilbo eventually returned to the Shire. So did we. But whether either of us ever truly left home, the road, or the destination is another question entirely.And no, we didn't bring home a ring to rule them all, but we did bring a truck full of quartz crystals.On this week's Wisdom Keepers Hour, we will share photographs, videos, and reflections from the journey home. Our panelists will also compare their own return journeys and help us explore a question we still cannot fully answer:How do you drive for days and somehow remain inside the same stretch of road?The discussion doesn't stop here - listen to the full podcast episode for unfiltered insights from Inelia and our panelists. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dttr.substack.com/subscribe

A camper in Alabama came face to face with a massive gray Bigfoot deep inside Bankhead National Forest.The creature watched silently from behind a log before stepping directly toward the witnesses under moonlight. Long gray hair. Glowing pale eyes. Human expressions on its face. Twenty feet away.The witness says the encounter changed his life physically and mentally for months afterward.This episode also features:• Multiple encounters near the waterways of rural Ohio• Strange rock-throwing incidents around isolated properties• A truck driver witnessing a tree violently shoved into the road in southern Illinois before dawnReal people. Real locations. Experiences they never forgot.

Portugal is a fascinating country, but there is so much more to discover beyond Lisbon, Porto, and the Algarve.In this episode, I'm joined by Portugal travel expert Julie Fox of Julie Dawn Fox in Portugal, who has called Portugal home for nearly 20 years. Julie shares how she ended up moving from the UK to Portugal, why the country immediately felt like home, and what has kept her there ever since.Together we explore some of Portugal's lesser-known destination — from charming riverside towns and medieval villages to beautiful natural areas filled with walking trails and stunning scenery. Along the way, Julie introduces us to places such as Ponte de Lima, Buçaco National Forest, Marvão, Alcobaça, Monchique, Penha Garcia, and several coastal communities that offer a quieter and more authentic experience of Portugal.We also discuss Portugal's only national park — Peneda-Gerês National Park, scenic hiking trails (Julie is a keen hiker), and practical tips for travelers who want to venture beyond the country's biggest cities. Julie shares advice on the best time to visit, whether a rental car is worth it, and how to make the most of Portugal's incredible mix of history, culture, nature, and outdoor adventure.If you enjoy slower travel, spending time outdoors, discovering charming small towns, and getting beyond the usual stops, this episode will inspire you to explore a different side of fascinating Portugal.Want to chat more about Portugal?Send me an email at Lynne@WanderYourWay.com.In this episode:1:32: Introducing Julie Fox4:24: Julie's travel story10:21: Lisbon & Porto16:27: North Portugal: Ponte de Lima20:09: Peneda-Gerês National Park23:45: Central Portugal: Buçaco National Forest28:36: Eastern Border: Penha Garcia32:39: Central: Alcobaça38:09: Moving South: Alentejo Region49:10: Algarve Region: Monchique & Alvor57:12: Additional hiking1:02:21: Travel tips plus a few more spots1:13:13: Wrapping it upImportant links:Julie Dawn Fox in PortugalVisit PortugalWander Your WayWander Your Way AdventuresWander Your Way ResourcesVuori ★ Support this podcast ★

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are bringing you the rare Chaunce and Zach solo pod.  In this one, we tell the full origin story of Backpacker Radio, from the unofficial co-host audition at a hiker meetup, to Chaunce showing up at the wrong restaurant on day one, to almost not making it past the early episodes. We get into how our interviewing dynamic has evolved over eight years, the technical disasters of the early days, the team that quietly makes this whole thing work, our all-time favorite guests, the ones we never aired, the dream guests we still haven't landed, and answer a slew of listener questions. We wrap the show with a triple crown of worst ways to die, share the news that apparently Roundup is being sprayed in our national forests, opine on whether we'd rather give up sauces or kissing (and debate whether butter is a sauce), and give an overview on how to negotiate a thru-hiking sabbatical from your employer.  Topo Athletic: Use code "TREK15TOPO" at topoathletic.com. Gossamer Gear: Use code "BACKPACKERRADIO" for $20 off LT5 Trekking Poles at gossamergear.com.  OnX Backcountry: Use code "TREK70" for 70% off at onxmaps.com [divider] Interview with Chaunce Time stamps & Questions 00:06:15 - Reminders: Support Akuna during his recovery, join us for Chaunce's live podcast sendoff, submit your favorite Chaunce moments or a voicemail for Chaunce, apply to be a co-host, check out our new merch, listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon! 00:15:05 - Introducing Chaunce 00:17:10 - What was Zach's initial idea for the podcast and how you decided you wanted a co-host? 00:25:42 - What were your first impressions of each other 00:27:48 - What were your expectations for the podcast's longevity and success? 00:34:20 - Did you discuss the style of the podcast and interview format you wanted? 00:39:43 - How has your co-interviewing strategy changed over the years? 00:59:25 - How are guests chosen for the show? 01:09:58 - What are some surprising things you've learned about making the podcast? 01:19:13 - How many interviews or segments have had to be cut? 01:24:18 - How long did it take to get over saying something dumb on air? 01:32:46 - How has the other person changed since episode one? 01:35:49 - What phrases or habits have you picked up from each other? 01:36:31 - How is the Mile by Mile project going? 01:45:45 - How have you balanced full-time work with hiking and the podcast? 01:53:18 - Were there any episodes where you were sick or physically unwell? 01:59:44 - Discussion about listener & Instagram questions 02:00:28 - How do you manage a friendship while working together? 02:02:43 - If you could go back to the beginning, what advice would you give yourselves? 02:13:27 - Discussion about highest highs and lowest lows from the podcast 02:20:23 - What are a few all-time favorite guests? 02:26:32 - Which guest were you most nervous to interview? 02:28:53 - What were your "I love my job" moments from the show? 02:31:51 - What will you miss most about interviewing together? 02:35:51 - Discussion about podcast segments that lived and died 02:39:23 - What are the remaining dream guests you haven't landed yet? 02:48:00 - Peak Performance Question: What is your top performance enhancing or backpacking hack? Segments Trek Propaganda: Roundup Is Being Sprayed in National Forests. Here's What PCT Hikers Should Know by Kelly Floro QOTD:  Would you rather give up sauces or kissing? Triple Crown of Ways NOT to die Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/ and his coffee. Sign up for the Trek's newsletter Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Alex and Misty with NavigatorsCrafting, Alex Kindle, Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Bill Jensen, Brad & Blair Thirteen Adventures, Bret Mullins aka Cruizy, Bryan Alsop, Carl Lobstah Houde, Christopher Marshburn, Clint Sitler, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Ethan Harwell, Gillian Daniels, Greg Knight, Greg Martin, Griffin Haywood, Hailey Buckingham, Jackson Storm, JaredNotFromSubway, Jason Kiser, Jason "The Snail" Snailer, Luke Netjes, Matty in AZ, Patrick Cianciolo, Randy Sutherland, Rebecca Brave, Rural Juror, Sawyer Products, The Saint Louis Shaman, Timothy Hahn, Tracy 'Trigger' Fawns A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: Bells, Benjy Lowry, Bonnie Ackerman, Brett Vandiver, Chris Pyle, Dakota J, David Neal, Dcnerdlet, Denise Krekeler, Jack Greene, Jeanie, Jeanne Latshaw, Lloyd Harris, Merle Watkins, Peter, Quenten Jones, Ruth S, Salt Stain, Sloan Alberhasky, and Tyler Powers.

A woman heads deep into Oregon's wilderness searching for answers about Sasquatch… and something answers back.From terrifying barefoot footsteps outside her childhood home near Astoria, to rocks thrown from the trees near Spruce Run Campground, Alicia shares a lifetime of encounters that kept pulling her toward the mystery.Then came the moment that changed everything.Standing alone on a forgotten bridge in the Siuslaw National Forest, Alicia heard metallic knocks echoing beneath her feet. She left gifts. She spoke out loud into the woods. Moments later, a massive unseen presence responded with a deep vocalization from the darkness just beyond her car.What followed left her physically shaking on the drive home.This episode dives into:Heavy bipedal movement near Svensen, OregonDogs reacting in fear to an approaching presenceIntelligent rock-throwing encountersStrange nighttime campground activityRecurring childhood Bigfoot dreamsA chilling “Siuslaw Hoo” captured on audioThe emotional impact of direct encountersThese stories span decades, multiple wilderness locations, and some of Oregon's most active Sasquatch territory.Follow Alicia's current adventures with Tobe over on the Flash of Beauty channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8xsVzqKAZg&t=70s

Holly Fretwell advocates for partnerships between private entities and federal forests, citing the National Forest Foundation and Blue Forest Conservation's resilience bonds as successful models. She emphasizes the Good Neighbor Authority, which allows states to assist in management, but calls for more revenue flexibility for tribes and counties to sustain local, long-term restoration efforts. (3)1920S

From June 1 - On this week's Regional Roundup, we hear about efforts to repeal the Roadless Rule for National Forests and learn about an upcoming movie set to benefit from a new Colorado tax credit. We also visit a popular Western Colorado trail that has introduced new fees for e-bikes, hear why water managers are worried about a dry summer ahead, and tag along with researchers studying the ecological benefits of beaver habitat. Plus, we round out the show with a conversation about the dangers of melanoma and the importance of early detection.

Send us a text and chime in!Prescott National Forest wildlife officials have lifted closure orders on bald eagle nesting areas along the Verde River (Ladders) south of Camp Verde and on the east side of Lynx Lake. The Ladders closure area covered a 2‑mile stretch of the Verde River and adjacent National Forest lands from the “Verde Falls” area downstream to below Sycamore Canyon. Forest Road 9709R, from its junction with Forest Road 574, is now open to public use. The Lynx Lake closure area included John's Tank Trail No. 94 on the east side of the lake. All closure signs and barricades have been removed....   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-forest-lifts-seasonal-eagle-closures/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

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The U.S. Forest Service recently announced plans to close dozens of research stations, including one in Ohio. The move has local researchers worried.

Tuesday, May 26, 2026Sliced 65: The Payors Problem – Why Verified Buyers Matter More Than Good IdeasIn this edition of SLICED, we continue our five-part IFNF Insights Brief Series with Brief No. 3, breaking down the single most discriminating factor in GKS's TRARO readiness framework - the Payors element - and what verified buyer readiness actually looks like across $108 million in blended finance mobilized through the Innovative Finance for National Forests program. A new IFNF brief drops every month, so keep an eye out next month for No. 4.--Sliced is a weekly short-form dispatch released every Tuesday that features original thought pieces from our team members with the goal of slicing apart the various complex aspects of climate finance. If you want to check out the written version of Sliced, click here: https://gordianknotstrategies.com/weekly-newsletter/Sliced is produced by ⁠Gordian Knot Strategies⁠. It is written, narrated, and edited by ⁠Jay Tipton⁠. Visit us at www.gordianknotstrategies.com. Music is by ⁠Coma-Media.

Steven Rinella and the MeatEater crew discuss: Steve's new baby mouse; Corner Crossing updates; the endangered jaguar hanging out in Arizona; live sonar for billfish and the end of integrity in fishing; Louisiana's National Forest land transfer; the first ever detection of CWD in Wyoming's largest elk herd; South Dakota sets an unprecedented elk hunting management plan; Michigan's major buck hunting rule changes; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. The National Forest Foundation, or NFF, partners with the U.S. Forest Service working across 193 million acres to reduce wildfire risk, restore watersheds and expand outdoor access. Utah Program Coordinator, Matthew Podolinsky, joins us with more. Matthew Podolinsky: Utah is home to more than 8 million acres of National Forest land — public lands that help define the state. In partnership with the Forest Service, the NFF is leading a variety of projects on these landscapes. Utah's outdoor recreation economy is a 10 billion dollar powerhouse supporting over 75,000 jobs. That economic development depends on well-maintained, accessible public lands. Alongside our partners, the NFF is modernizing aging infrastructure by restoring campgrounds and trails to improve access and elevate the outdoor experience across the state. But in Utah, this work goes beyond recreation. It's also about water. From restoring streams and floodplains to revitalizing wetlands, these efforts help secure reliable water sources for communities while supporting wildlife and biodiversity. The NFF's work turns a shared love of the outdoors into meaningful action, ensuring Utah's national forests remain healthy, resilient and accessible for generations to come. Learn more at NationalForests.org. Derek Miller: Through restoration and conservation efforts, the National Forest Foundation helps keep Utah's mountains healthy and accessible, making it easier for people to safely enjoy outdoor recreation and experience the state's natural landscapes. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 5/18/26

Send us a text and chime in!Fire managers on the Prescott National Forest will begin prescribed burning along Highway 169 as early as May 25, 2026, to reduce hazardous fuels and restore the landscape to more natural vegetation conditions. The project targets approximately 2,500 acres of dense woody species such as mesquite, catclaw, and juniper, improving rangeland health, supporting wildlife habitat, and lowering the risk of high‑severity wildfires. Ignitions are expected to last up to three days, depending on weather and fuel conditions. Fire managers will conduct operations only when conditions allow for safe and effective burning. Crews will monitor the area throughout the project to...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-national-forest-prescribed-burn-planned-along-highway-169/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The Coconino National Forest will enter Stage 1 fire restrictions at 8 a.m., Thursday, May 21, to help prevent unwanted human-caused wildfires during periods of dangerous fire weather conditions. Fires, campfires, stoves (charcoal, coal and wood) and smudge pots are prohibited under Stage 1 restrictions except within a developed recreation site. Smoking is also prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle, building or official developed recreation site. Using a device that is fueled solely by pressurized liquid petroleum, propane, or LPG is allowed in areas that are barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials located within 3 feet...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/campfire-restrictions-coming-to-coconino-national-forest/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

The Angus Women Connected Conference intends to do just that: foster relationships among breeders from across the country. Three cattlewomen share their experience of getting off the ranch to learn from both invited speakers and each other, creating a community of people they can now call on when they need outside expertise. From encouraging the next generation in agriculture to advocating for the Angus business to those on the outside, this episode covers what they've done and might even inspire you to make a difference in your own sphere of influence.   HOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCully  GUESTS: Emma Collins Powell, Danielle Brach, Tammy Weaver Emma Collins Powell has a rich history with the Angus breed. As a former member of the National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) and the current president of the American Angus Auxiliary, she is giving back daily to the cattle and producers that helped shaped her into the woman she is today.  While she was a junior member, she grew up on her family's farm, Kiani Angus. She lives in Flora, Miss., with her husband, Robert, on a registered Angus and commercial cow-calf operation.  From western Colorado, Danielle Brach is a cattle producer and agricultural educator. She and her husband, Jayton, operate a commercial beef cattle ranch and run their generational operation through the summer and fall utilizing BLM and National Forest permits. Recently, they started a seedstock Angus herd.  She is passionate about agricultural advocacy and youth education. With a self-funded youth beef breeding program, she brings a practical, real-world perspective on the beef industry, rural business and the importance of preserving the ranching way of life. With a herd of registered Angus cattle in Pennsylvania, Tammy Weaver and her family operate Weaver Show Cattle, raising cattle for the show ring and replacement females. As a beef industry sales representative, she's able to serve the cattle business in her day-to-day career as well. She and her husband, Fred, live in Ephrata. Their children, Madison and Hayden, were both active in the NJAA and 4-H.  Tammy lives on her family's farm where they have a small herd of Angus cows and raise corn, soybeans and tobacco. She is active in the Pennsylvania Angus Association, Pennsylvania Holstein Association, PA Livestock Association, Keystone International Livestock Exposition and several local agriculture groups. Tammy currently serves as the secretary/treasurer of the American Angus Auxiliary.   SPONSORS:  Are you ready to level up your herd's genetics? With the Angus Bull Book Spring 2026 Angus Sire Directory, you can find your next great sire. The spring issue went live in March, but you're able to view the book online all breeding season. Live EPDs will help you pair the right bull with your breeding objectives. Search for the Angus Bull Book Spring 2026 Angus Sire Directory on the sale book search page on Angus.org. Help your customers maximize the return on their Angus investment. Give commercial cattlemen access to the management, marketing, health and nutrition news they need to know. With a transfer of a registered Angus bull, they're automatically subscribed to the Angus Beef Bulletin, a premier publication committed to ensuring they make the most of their purchase. Go to www.angusmedia.org/subscribe today. RELATED READING: The Power of SharingDon't miss news in the Angus breed. Visit www.AngusJournal.net and subscribe to the AJ Daily e-newsletter and our monthly magazine, the Angus Journal.

Send us a text and chime in!Mastication equipment will be operating on the Prescott National Forest over the next six weeks as part of a 603‑acre community wildfire protection project west of Blue Ranch and east of the Quail Springs neighborhoods, just outside the town of Cottonwood. The effort is a collaborative partnership between the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, Salt River Project, and the U.S. Forest Service. The project focuses on reducing hazardous vegetation on National Forest System lands adjacent to nearby communities, where dense fuels increase wildfire risk. By thinning overgrown brush and small trees, the work is expected to improve public...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/603-acre-fire-protection-project-begins-in-prescott-national-forest/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Is the Forest Service really spraying Round Up in our forests? Is the Garmin InReach Mini 3 worth the money you'd spend on it? How likely are you to be attacked by a grizzly bear in Yellowstone? All this and more in this episode of the Backpacking Podcast.Get signed up for the Live Ultralight Membership at Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/fSkxDxLGive us your thoughts on this article: https://www.backpacker.com/stories/essays/opinion/thru-hiking-demands-sacrifice-but-it-still-favors-privilege/

Send us a text and chime in!The Prescott National Forest will host monthly volunteer invasive‑weed pulling events on the Bradshaw Ranger District from May through October to help prevent the spread of invasive plant species in areas where other suppression methods are not feasible. Events will be held on the fourth Thursday of each month from 9 a.m. to noon. The volunteer effort focuses on removing invasive weeds that displace native plants and wildlife by altering habitat conditions. The events provide an opportunity for hands-on public education while improving overall forest health. Forest Service officials do not anticipate major public impacts, though some trailhead parking spaces...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-national-forest-seeks-volunteers-to-pull-weeds/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Scary Stories from National ForestsLinktree: https://linktr.ee/its_just_creepyStory Credits:►Sent in to https://www.justcreepy.net/Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:00:18 Story 100:51:12 Story 2Music by:►'Decoherence' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.auBusiness inquiries:►creepydc13@gmail.com#scarystories #horrorstories

Dusty and Mike talk about the latest moves by our Environmental Disaster in Chief to reorganize the National Forests for nefarious purposes.For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here. To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder.Instagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParksFacebook: Gaze at the National Parks#gazeatthenationalparks#hikeearlyhikeoften#adventureisoutthereHosted by Dustin Ballard and Michael RyanEpisode Editing by Dustin Ballard and Michael RyanOriginal Artwork by Michael RyanOriginal Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella KlingerMusic Producer: Skyler FortgangCheck out Aeropress and use my code GAZE for a great deal: https://aeropress.com. And go to MoonTravelGuides.com to get your Moon Travel Guide today! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this episode, Hailey calls all avid hikers! Ever heard of a trail that stretches nearly 5,000 miles across the northern United States—from North Dakota all the way to Vermont? That's the North Country National Scenic Trail, and tucked within Wisconsin lies a breathtaking 220-mile slice of this trail that's nothing short of magical! Come along for a closer look at what makes Wisconsin's section of the North Country Trail a true Northwoods treasure. The Bobber is brought to you by Something Special from Wisconsin: https://www.somethingspecialwi.com/ Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/adventure-awaits-on-the-north-country-trail/ Iron County: https://www.co.iron.wi.gov/; Iron County Forest: https://www.co.iron.wi.gov/159/Forestry-Parks; Mellen: https://northcountrytrail.org/our-work/trail-towns/mellen/; Copper Falls State Park: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/copperfalls; Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/chequamegon-nicolet; U.S. Forest Service: https://www.fs.usda.gov/; Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/; National Park Service: https://www.nps.gov/index.htm; Heritage Chapter: https://northcountrytrail.org/trail/wisconsin/htg/ WisCorps: https://wiscorps.org/; A Wisconsin Wonder: The North Country Trail: A Wisconsin Wonder: The North Country Trail The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/the-bobber-blog/ The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpod Shop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsin Discover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsin Discover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworks North Country Trail Association: https://northcountrytrail.org/the-trail/wisconsin/. Follow on social @northcountrytrail

In small towns all over America, there are remarkable and tragic stories that if not told could easily slip into oblivion. These stories must be recounted so history doesn’t get lost and the mistakes of the past are never repeated. In Mena, Arkansas, the hometown of host Clay Newcomb there are two notable graves nearly in sight of one another. One holds a story so unbelievable and tragic that it hardly sounds true, and one story that holds some dark history. In 1951, Maria de Campa, the 9 year old daughter of trapeze artists was killed by an unattended circus lion outside the big top as the show performance was underway. Then the following day, as the circus moved to the next town on their tour a vehicle accident resulted in the escape of some exotic and dangerous animals into the National Forest. Rewind 50 years before, to the story of Peter Berryman, a mentally unstable African American man who was arrested for allegedly kicking a young girl. The night before he was to stand trial before the judge, a group of masked men detained the deputy on duty, entered the jail, took Berryman, and beat and lynched him. Despite town outrage, the perpetrators were never brought to justice. Watch Clay's Alaska Bear Hunt on YouTube Thank you to our sponsor, Tecovas. If you have comments on the show, send us a note to beargrease@themeateater.com Connect with Clay and MeatEater Clay on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Bear Grease MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MISSING from the Angeles National ForestBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.

Send us Fan MailThis week, Big Rich chats with Adam Leidy, Off-Highway Vehicle and Over-Snow Program Manager on the Inyo National Forest. Adam's NorCal roots run deep—raised by a forestry biologist, he grew up camping, chasing garter snakes, and logging time in an Isuzu Trooper before wrenching on a K5 Blazer and falling hard for Land Cruisers. After 9/11, Adam joined the Marine Corps as a motor transport mechanic; post-service he ran a landscaping business, then supported military aircraft logistics before finding his way home to the Forest Service.It's exciting to highlight a Forest Service employee who wheels just like the rest of us.  Adam shares some insight into what the job entails and how you can stay out of trouble in his jurisdiction.   Be sure to listen close, good stories ensue.Support the show

In this episode, we delve into the experiences of Jimmy and Roxanne from southern Indiana, a couple who have spent years exploring the rugged terrain of the Hoosier National Forest and the surrounding counties of Crawford, Orange, Perry, and Harrison. What began as a shared curiosity gradually turned into a series of encounters that have continued to unfold across multiple locations.Jimmy, a lifelong woodsman, and Roxanne, who has spent years researching the phenomenon, share how their time in these remote forests has brought them face to face with unexplained activity. From rocks appearing out of nowhere while fishing to distinct wood knocks echoing through the hills, their experiences began subtly before building into something far more complex.As they continued returning to the same areas, they began noticing patterns—unusual tree structures, moments where they felt watched, and sounds that didn't match anything familiar to the region. A winter hike led to a sequence of events that left a lasting impression, while later trips along a quiet river revealed something unexpected in both sound and image.Their accounts span years and multiple counties, all tied together by a deep familiarity with the land and a growing awareness that something shares those woods with them. Jimmy and Roxanne offer a grounded and detailed look into what they've experienced, inviting listeners to consider what might be present in the forests of southern Indiana.Join us as we explore their ongoing encounters and the quiet persistence of something just beyond view in the Hoosier National Forest.

This episode of Double Tap is brought to you by: C&G Holsters (Code: WLSISLIFE) Midwest Industries (Code: WLSISLIFE) Blue Alpha Bowers Group (Code: WLS) Otis Technology (Code: WELIKESHOOTING15) DEAR WLS Question from Desert D. Deagleton from Indiana Dear WLS, If any of you ever watched Top Gear they had a segment called “Star In A Reasonably Priced Car”. The car was a cheap compact typically bought by non car enthusiast normies. What would be the handgun equivalent? What do the normies typically buy? – Desert D. Deagleton Question from LagDemon from Minnesota I have a rak308 and was getting buldged and popped primers when I was shooting 7.62×51 but when I switched to. 308 they were fine. I'm just wondering what is the difference between the two? “From LagDemon Shawn I also have a c308, have you put a slincer on it and if so did you have to change anything to get it to run? ex. locking piece or buffer. “ Question from OopsieDaisy from California For double tap Would any of you recommend a nightstand/lockbox for quick access to a firearm? I have small children so I can't just leave it out without worry but I'd like to have it at arms distance just in case someone tries to break into my little boy bootyhole. – OopsieDaisy Question from Ted H. from Virginia Ted H. Is the surefire warden good for flash suppression on a 11.5″ sbr? If not what do you recommend Question from Bradley from Oregon Are any of you to the level of disdain over “lawful observers” and “Press” not being observers? Somehow, they claim that status, all the while, interjecting themselves into the fray. Like, be the “lawful observer” at the level of the photographer who took that picture during the Ethiopian famine. The one where the vulture stood ready to eat that starving kid. Bradley from Oregon. Question from CombatSoup On a 9mm roller delayed pdw would you notice much difference between a 9mm pistol can or a 45 pistol can? How do you pick one without being able to rent the cans? Question from CrabSpectacular Filet is beef for pussies. GUN INDUSTRY NEWS PWS BDE762K-TI 3D-Printed Titanium Suppressor Primary Weapons Systems has launched the BDE762K-TI, a 3D-printed Grade 5 6AL-4V titanium suppressor rated for .308/7.62 NATO up to .300 Winchester Magnum. It features taper-threaded baffles to prevent carbon locking, a separate serialized entrance chamber from the baffle monocore, and a design that minimizes backpressure. The suppressor weighs 13.6 oz and measures 6.625 inches with the included PUB mount. Lena Miculek Joins Smith & Wesson as Brand Ambassador Smith & Wesson announced on March 20, 2026, a partnership with competitive shooter Lena Miculek as a brand ambassador. Miculek, with ten world titles since her first win in 2012 at age 17, will contribute to training initiatives, media content, and future product collaboration. The collaboration emphasizes education, responsible firearm ownership, and growing the shooting community. Taurus TX9 The Taurus TX9 is a new striker-fired, polymer-frame 9mm pistol released in full-size, compact, and subcompact variants, reviewed as Taurus's flagship handgun. It features ambidextrous slide lock, reversible magazine release, Glock-compatible sights and optics-ready slide, with the full-size model weighing 25 ounces, measuring 7.7 inches long, and delivering sub-3.5-inch groups at 25 yards in testing. Reliability was 100% across tested ammunition, with positive ergonomics and a 5.8-pound trigger pull. Pistollo 77 U.S. Version and Limited Edition Introduced at IWA 2026 Pistollo introduced a U.S.-adapted version of the Pistollo 77 pistol caliber carbine at IWA OutdoorClassics, featuring a rear Weaver/Picatinny rail for accessory mounting, a Picatinny rail for optics, and a ½×28 threaded compensator for suppressors. The limited edition of 150 units features Greenback Cerakote finish with gold controls, engraved patriotic artwork, Holosun AEMS Core X2 optic, and custom stabilizing brace. Pre-orders are available through U.S. distributor Deluxe Arms.0 Henry Repeating Arms Launches National Forest Foundation Edition Rifle Series Henry Repeating Arms has released a series of four commemorative rifles—the H11 New Original Henry NFF Edition .44-40 WCF, H14 Long Ranger NFF Edition .308 Win., H4 Golden Boy NFF Edition .22 S/L/LR, and H1 Classic National Forests Tribute Edition .22 S/L/LR—to support the National Forest Foundation. Each model features unique engravings and premium finishes honoring U.S. National Forests, with specified donations per rifle sold funding conservation efforts like reforestation and trail maintenance. The initiative includes a $25,000 direct donation from CEO Anthony Imperato. GRITR Semi-Universal Hybrid IWB Holster GRITR has introduced a semi-universal hybrid inside-the-waistband (IWB) holster compatible with over 200 handgun models from manufacturers including Glock, SIG Sauer, Smith & Wesson, H&K, Ruger, CZ, Springfield, and Walther. The holster features a rigid Kydex shell paired with a soft, breathable nylon mesh backer for secure retention and all-day comfort. 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Send us Fan MailOregon County Commissioner Jake Parker joins Alex Rutledge to discuss the critical tax base crisis facing southern Missouri counties with large National Forest holdings. Learn how 106,000 acres of federal land in Oregon County generates minimal tax revenue, threatening local schools and infrastructure. Jake explains the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) problem, salvage timber sales at $1,100/acre, and the grassroots resolution movement to increase federal contributions from 25% to 50%. Plus: Turkey season scouting tips, Mississippi hunting stories, and Jake's authentic Louisiana crawfish boil recipe.Chapter Markers:Introduction & Local Sports Update (1:21)Meet Jake Parker - From Mississippi to Missouri (9:50)National Forest Tax Base Crisis (15:49)School Funding & PILT Payments (19:43)Impact on Communities & Resolution Movement (23:50)Turkey Hunting Season Preview (34:39)Cooking Crawfish Southern Style (42:07)Missouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

In this episode, we delve into the remarkable experiences of Danny, a retired military veteran who spent years exploring the rugged backcountry surrounding Carson, Washington, deep within the forests of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Drawn to the wilderness for hiking, fishing, and searching for historic mining sites, Danny recounts a trip in the summer of 2004 that led to events he never expected to witness.While navigating remote logging roads and creeks in the mountains of Skamania County, Danny describes strange activity that unfolded over the course of a single trip into the forest. A quiet night in camp turned unsettling after something large made its presence known in the darkness. The following day brought another discovery along an abandoned road that suggested something massive had recently passed through the area.Later that afternoon, deep along a secluded forest road, Danny found himself standing only a short distance away from something he initially believed was part of the landscape itself. As the moment unfolded, he realized he was looking at something entirely different.Danny shares the details of that encounter, the environment where it happened, and what stood out most about the creature he observed. Join us as we explore Danny's experience in the remote wilderness of Washington and the moment that left a lasting impression on how he views the forests of the Pacific Northwest.

No News for this week's Fresh Tracks Weekly. However, Randy Newberg and Marcus Hockett take a deep dive into some controversial comments from Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum and his management plan of our public lands. Is the federal government actually following sound business practices, or are they holding a fire sale on assets that belong to you, the American taxpayer? Join Marcus and Randy as they break down the "balance sheet" of our National Forests and BLM lands. From 0% royalty rates on hard-rock mining to the massive $1.3 trillion outdoor recreation economy, we explore why treating public lands solely as a resource for extraction ignores the very people who own them. We're tackling the myth that conservation and industry can't coexist and calling out the "swamp rats" looking to profit off our shared backcountry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a story about a trail called Nature Trail. At the heart of the story is a simple question: What is nature for? Feel free to click play above to listen to the soundscape of Nature Trail as we ponder this question. Nature Trail was built in the 1960's in the interior of the roughly 5,000-acre nature park that had been dedicated 20 years prior, but received little attention in the way of development. Indeed, the most newsworthy question in those early years seemed to be what should we call it? In 1957, a call for suggestions—perhaps favoring something more showy than the functional, socially adopted name, The Forest Park—yielded many (Skyline, Tualatin, Wildwood, Tualatin Mountain…) but the de-facto name won the day. Officially, “Portland's Forest Park” was favored by one vote over “Skyline Forest Park”. The “Portland's” part never seemed to really catch on.Actually, the biggest changes to the park, to this day, came in response to a 1951 fire that burned over 1200 acres in the center of it. Fifteen emergency access fire lanes were constructed in the early 1950's, broadly perpendicular to the slope of the Tualatin Mountains, like rungs on a ladder. What was nature for in the 1950's? Accessible nature was becoming scarce. The public wanted protections from both development and the threat posed by wildfire. These fire lanes likely became informal points of entry for the park users in the early years. A network of hiking trails was modest: around 10 miles in total, on the southern end in 1960. Today there are over 80 miles of trails.What was nature for in 1960? A refuge to visit and admire via trails and lanes. Today, Nature Trail still harbors subtle clues to its origins There's an old steel pole gate and concrete bollards covered by so much moss they could pass for stumps at the end of Fire Lane 1. It all appears quite out of place in the quiet interior of Forest Park. Nearby there is a meadow-like ridge with a couple weathered picnic tables. Starting in the late 60's and running for about two decades or so, this was the drop zone for thousands of children in a campaign to foster a connection with nature, formalized in 1968. A rare 1968 publication in the Library Use Only stacks of Multnomah County Library holds the key to understanding Nature Trail: Portland's Forest Park Nature Trail was a 32-page interpretive guide authored by Oregon Outdoor Education Councils as informal curriculum for a generation of school children. Fifty-two markers on Nature Trail were keyed to entries in the guide. Midway through the trail was a shelter, bathroom and campfire area. Bus drop off and pickup areas were located on each end. What was nature for in 1968? Nature was a common good. It was a living lab for learning about the interconnectedness of plants, animals and humans, as stated in the booklet introduction:If you are quiet and observant, you may see some of the animals that live here.The forest community is a living area of plants and animals. It has many parts. Some tall plants shade everything on the ground. Under these grow the medium size and the small ground plants. Part of the forest community is the soil and the many organisms that live in the ground. It is the animals that live in the forest. It is the water that comes from the forest. The forest community is many more things. (Portland's Forest Park Nature Trail, 1968)Mind you, this was all designed and implemented a couple years before Earth Day made its debut. A 1970 Oregonian article about Nature Trail noted the large coalition involved— the Park Bureau, Multnomah County schools, U.S. Forest Service, Oregon State Game Commission, Industrial Forestry Association, and others. Much of the trail building for Nature Trail was done by the Neighborhood Youth Corps, employing low-income urban teenagers in public works projects. It all took coordination and vision. Precisely who the masterminded Nature Trail isn't easily discerned, but there is little doubt Thornton T. Munger was a galvanizing force from the late 40's into the 60's, inspiring people to work together, while advancing principles of conservation and education in the nascent Forest Park.Munger's own connection to nature can be traced back to growing up next to an eighteen-acre natural area called Hillhouse Woods in North Adams, Massachusetts, which fostered his lifelong interest in forests. In 1908 he was hired by the US Forest Service, and trained under Gifford Pinchot, who between 1905 and 1910 oversaw a rapid expansion, roughly tripling the number of National Forests and acreage. In his retirement, Munger chaired the Committee of Fifty, convincing city leaders to designate the lands as a nature park. The committee eventually became the Forest Park Conservancy, that to this day provide a Nature Education Program with free public events, organize volunteers, raise money, and conduct community outreach.In 1960, Munger—in collaboration with C. Paul Keyser—wrote a 32 page report entitled The History of Portland's Forest Park. In Part IV A Look Ahead, they write, In a few years nearly a million people will be living within a few miles of the Forest Park. Residences will crowd about it on three sides and industry will dominate its eastern edges. …There will be pressure to widen the roads, to straighten the curves, to pave, to build more roads. This should be resisted, for this “wilderness within a city” is not a place for speeding motorists; here there should be no need for haste. ...Here within city limits will be a continuous forest 7½ miles long. The roads and trails will be under over-arching trees, varying from virgin forest with giants up to 8 feet in diameter, to thrifty second-growth stands of tall Douglas fir.What was nature for in the 1960's and beyond?* To provide facilities that will afford extensive nearby outdoor recreation for the people and attract tourists.* To beautify the environs of Portland.* To provide food, cover, and a sanctuary for wildlife* To provide a site on which youth and other groups may carry on educational projects.* To grow timber which will in time yield an income and provide a demonstration forest.That last point became contentious within a couple decades. Limited timber harvests were being recommended by the committee up until 1975, when the Portland Parks superintendent, facing environmentalist pressure, ruled out selective logging as part of over-all park management. What was nature for in 1975? Forest Park was closer to becoming a quasi-wilderness area, protected from all resource harvesting. (The Forest Park Rock Quarry lease was terminated in 1979.) Fire suppression remained a primary concern, though seasonal manned fire lookouts were by then retired.So when and why did the Nature Trail program dissolve? It's not clear when, and I can only speculate on why. For starters, interior access roads around the park were closed to motor vehicles sometime in the 1980's. Therefore, any bus passage would have been met with more friction. The built elements of Nature Trail would have been approaching their expected lifespan: numbered posts would be weathered and broken, the shelter roof would have by then become what we now call a “living roof”: an ecosystem of duff, mosses and seedlings. Beyond that, the environmentalist awakening of the 1970s met a formidable obstacle with the Reagan administration of the 1980s. So where are we now? What is nature for in 2026? In the pendulum swing of US politics we are lurching back to the 80's mindset. Environmental protections are being systematically dismantled by the current administration in naked collusion with the fossil fuel industry. “Drill baby drill,” is one of the president's most cherished rally cries.When I think back to my childhood in primary school, my most vivid memories are of when either someone visited the classroom, or the class took a field trip someplace. I distinctly remember going to a site to hunt for fossils. I vividly remember Outdoor School; basically an overnight camp experience for sixth graders. Perhaps that's what really replaced Nature Trail: the significant expansion of its objectives with Outdoor School.The first large scale implementation of Outdoor School in Oregon occurred in 1966, serving 500 students. The program grew steadily for decades, but faced budget pressures over the years as schools cut extracurricular spending. In 2016, Ballot Measure 99 saved and expanded it, setting aside Oregon Lottery funds to provide Outdoor School for every one of Oregon's 50,000 fifth and sixth graders, passing with over 67% of the vote. While other states have more modest programs or aspirations, this guaranteed entitlement is unique to Oregon. Perhaps more than any point in the last 50 years, US leaders have adopted an aggressively extractive attitude toward nature. For Oregonians, the 67% vote for Measure 99 was its own kind of answer to the question Nature Trail was asking back in 1968. May in Forest Park is peak birdsong time. My score is electric piano centered—I love the deep tones of this one. It's naive and minimal as per usual.Thanks for reading and listening. Nature Trail is available on all music streaming services today, March 13th, 2026. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chadcrouch.substack.com/subscribe

From the Pine Flats Campground of the Boise National Forest... Listen to Ranger Paul share a cautionary tale that emphasizes the saying, "watch out for the company you keep."  A con man swindler made his way into the inner circle of the rangers and stole the heart of a camper, among other things...Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook

Send a textThis week the Swan presents two true crime stories featuring two colossal pieces of dooky. Friggin geniuses. Truly some interesting cases, we think, we can't be sure because we were interrupting her and joking around the whole time. The King of Kalamazoo County Comedy, Nolan Johncock, returns to wow the squad with a story about making phosphorous out of pee pee. Seems legit. Drippy Steve takes the stage and once again, takes a super interesting topic and makes it boring. WTF. Is this guy going to fill us in on this Alien/US President deal to snatch people from National Forests or what!In true Beaveman style, the Beaveman swoops in and presents a case of a wide spreading, (get it) sexually transmitted fungal infection known as Trichophyton Mentagrophytes VII. Don't worry, he provides the squad with pictures as well. Incidentally, Steven didn't think these images were too bad. Beaveman may have to ramp it up a bit. Swan brings the squad home with some classic jokes, that may be funny, if Swan wasn't the one telling them. Thanks to our listeners around the world. We know it all sucks. Hopefully, hopefully, we can give you an hour or so to forget all the garbage. Support the show

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We asked and you answered! In the Facebook group you guys voted to hear some one off stories involving creepy encounters in national parks. This week's story is titled, There's Something Evil Lurking in Hoosier National Forest. Enjoy & stay spooky! Do you want AD FREE episodes published a day EARLY? Join the Spookster Fam at www.patreon.com/3spookedgirls  Check out our latest episode on our second show, Social Seance Society! We are available on all podcast platforms and on YouTube. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more. Join our book club, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spookster Literary Society⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Check out the following link for our socials, Patreon, YouTube channel, & more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/3spookedgirls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Do you have a true crime story or paranormal encounter you'd like to share? Please send us an email over to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠3spookedgirls@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sarah Hester Ross⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for our intro music! Thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Edward October⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for our content warning!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The SKATCAST Network presents:The Dipsh*t Files #174 with the Script KeepersToday's Episode:This week Mrs. Script Keeper takes us down another path of true crime terribleness with a real D-bag named Gary. Prepare the sun-cannon!Here the link Mrs. Script Keeper mentioned:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9Tw1iejmzcThank you for listening! Happy Wednesday!!!Visit us for more episodes of SKATCAST and other shows like SKATCAST presents The Dave & Angus Show plus BONUS material at https://www.skatcast.com Watch select shows and shorts on YouTube: bit.ly/34kxCneJoin the conversation on Discord! https://discord.gg/XKxhHYwu9zFor all show related questions: info@skatcast.comPlease rate and subscribe on iTunes and elsewhere and follow SKATCAST on social media!! Instagram: @theescriptkeeper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scriptkeepersATWanna become a Patron? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/SkatcastSign up through Patreon and you'll get Exclusive Content, Behind The Scenes video, special downloads and more! Prefer to make a donation instead? You can do that through our PayPal: https://paypal.me/skatcastpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We expected the Senate vote on H.J. Res. 140, which would overturn the 20-year mining ban protecting the BWCA, to occur this week, but it was postponed until after their upcoming recess. The vote could be as early as February 23rd. This gives us more time to contact Senators and ask them to vote no on this resolution. I've been posting plenty of resources and scripts to do this on our Instagram @outdoor.minimalist.book, but will also be including additional resources for this issue and others in our weekly newsletter at theoutdoorminimalist.com This week, we are focusing on developments in Alaska. About 60% of Alaska is public land. That's over 200 million acres. All of that land in Alaska faces immediate and intensified threats from expanded oil, gas, and mineral development and the dangers of climate change. So much is happening in that one state alone, we wanted to take the time to highlight two of the largest issues the state is facing today: the Ambler Road project and the Tongass National Forest under the Roadless Rule. To help explain the severity of these threats is lifelong Alaskan, Bjorn Dihle. Bjorn lives in Juneau with his family, where he works as a wildlife guide and freelance multimedia professional focused on conservation. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalistBuy Me a Coffee: ⁠⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/outdoorminimalist⁠⁠⁠Listener Survey: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠------------------Salmon State: https://salmonstate.org/Alaska Wilderness League: https://alaskawild.org/No Ambler Road: https://noamblerroadaction.org/Hunters and Anglers for the Brooks Range: https://huntfishbrooksrange.com/

We understand the importance of waiting until AFTER you return from a trip to reveal where you went. You avoid people knowing you weren't home, you increase your personal safety by not giving people access to your current whereabouts, and you guarantee an uncomplicated schedule while on your trip. After sharing hints about where we spent our work retreat, we really wish we would have had your input BEFORE we left. We had no idea that visiting the OCALA National Forest would expose us to some of the spookiest stories and cryptids known to the sunshine state. THANKS SPONSORS- Head to https://MarleySpoon.com/offer/LADIES or 45% off your first order and free delivery. Head to https://www.tryfum.com/LADIES and use promo code LADIES to get your free gift with purchase, and start The Good Habit today! Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at https://RocketMoney.com/ladies Get organized and refreshed this new year for less at wayfair.com. RESOURCES- https://gardenandgun.com/articles/a-close-encounter-with-the-florida-skunk-ape/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skunk_ape https://trippingonlegends.com/2024/06/27/the-ghostly-tales-of-ocala-national-forest-is-a-little-bit-haunted-and-a-little-bit-goosebumps/ https://352today.com/news/257752-rumor-has-it-ocalas-haunted-hotspots/ https://trippingonlegends.com/2020/12/17/the-haunted-ocala-national-forest-the-dark-man/ WE'RE GOING ON TOUR - https://www.ladiesandtangents.com/live-show WE'RE ON CAMEO - https://www.cameo.com/ladiesandtangents WE'RE ON PATREON - patreon.com/ladiesandtangents  MERCH - https://ladiesandtangents.kingsroadmerch.com/ *NEW* SUBMIT YOUR STORIES - landtstories@gmail.com  FOLLOW ALONG WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA - @ladiesandtangentsCousin Yetti is Canadian, Skunk Ape's from Florida Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the mid-2000s, hikers began disappearing from national forests across the southeastern United States, with their bodies later found in remote areas of the parks. When investigators compared timelines and locations, a pattern emerged. The disappearances were connected by a man who moved easily through public land, blending into trail culture and exploiting the trust shared between strangers in the outdoors. When a woman vanishes, investigators race against time to find her and the identity of the perpetrator to stop further killings.Sources:  Wild Crime: Blood Mountain https://www.detpress.com/abcnews/shows/wild-crime/episodes People.com | Celebrity News, Exclusives, Photos and Videos National Forest Serial Killer Confesses to 2007 Dismemberment and Murder of Nurse in Florida: 'It's Time' https://www.ajc.com/news/local/crime-scene-photos-request-sparks-privacy-debate/JR2QrnIXxk5ht6UDxX3DAO/ https://www.rcfp.org/georgia-rushes-pass-crime-photo-exemption-records-law/ https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdnc/pr/gary-michael-hilton-sentenced-four-life-sentences For a full list of our sources, visit http://npadpodcast.com/episodesFor the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials at:Instagram: @‌nationalparkafterdarkTikTok: @‌nationalparkafterdarkSupport the show by becoming an Outsider and receive ad free listening, bonus content and more on Patreon or Apple Podcasts. Want to see our faces? Catch full episodes on our YouTube Page!Thank you to the week's partners!Smalls: Smalls New Year's Special - get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping, when you head to Smalls.com/NPAD.Quince: Use our link to get free shipping and 365-day returns.IQBAR: Text PARK to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products and free shipping.Soul:  For 30% off your order, head to GetSoul.com and use code NPAD.

n this episode of Keep it Wild, Cathy Quinn, assistant wilderness program manager for the USDA Forest Service speaks with Kalli Hawkins about a recent trail closure at Eagle Mountain, as part of a planned trail rehabilitation project. The work involved a team of sled dogs that were used to haul building materials into the remote portion of the trail, which is part of the BWCAW. Use of sled dog teams is not common in most National Forests, but this technique is used by the Superior National Forest to help with various projects every winter. Learn more about the USFS sled dog program and get a forecast for summer trail projects in the BWCAW, in this conversation. Photos courtesy of USDA Forest Service, 2026

The Trump Administration is using a legal shortcut to make it easier to cut down trees in national forests. Illinois' Shawnee National Forest, the state's only national forest, is an early battleground against the increasingly popular tactic to fast track timber sales across the country.

Tribes in Wisconsin are opposing efforts to end protections for millions of acres of national forest land. a look at the declining number of dairy farms over the past 20 years. And, what people should know about the GLP-1 pill for weight loss.

A young hiker vanishes in the woods, and the search leads police across multiple states to a mysterious drifter living deep in the forests. What they uncover is far darker than anyone imagined. Links: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/murderwithmyhusband NEW MERCH LINK: https://mwmhshop.com Discount Codes: https://mailchi.mp/c6f48670aeac/oh-no-media-discount-codes Twitch: twitch.tv/throatypie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paytonmorelandshow/ Discount Codes: https://mailchi.mp/c6f48670aeac/oh-no-media-discount-codes Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUbh-B5Or9CT8Hutw1wfYqQ Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/into-the-dark/id1662304327 Listen on spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36SDVKB2MEWpFGVs9kRgQ7 Case Sources: Making a Serial Killer - Season 2 Episode 2, “Gary Hilton” Wild Crime – Season 3, episodes 1, 2, 3, and 4 United States Attorney's Office - https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdnc/pr/gary-michael-hilton-sentenced-four-life-sentences  Court TV - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hc5mR0ndQCE People - https://people.com/national-forest-serial-killer-confesses-2007-dismemberment-murder-florida-nurse-11712002 WYFF 4 - https://www.wyff4.com/article/serial-killer-sentenced-for-nc-murders/7004143  Yahoo! News - https://www.yahoo.com/news/gary-michael-hilton-national-forest-150259738.html NBC News - https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna23769881  ABC News - https://abcnews.go.com/US/hulu-documentary-missing-womans-case-sparked-investigation-serial/story?id=105180020 WLOS News 13 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HB4iQONtZ4I  CBS News - https://www.cbsnews.com/news/gary-michael-hilton-suspected-serial-killer-gets-death-penalty-in-fla-for-2007-beheading-murder/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this nightmare walk, The Operator takes us through several national forests and forces our eyes and earballs onto the gruesome scenes committed by a true National Forest serial killer, Gary Michael Hilton.And in the Happy Ending, a missing toddler is... well, it's a Happy Ending... so good things happen for the toddler :)Want 30 days of Patreon for free? Email The Op at info@1159media.comHugs ❤️