Podcasts about Yosemite National Park

Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using credit card points and miles and we share how we leverage credit card offers to earn a ton of points/miles so we can afford travel as a larger family.Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5The towering sequoias of Mariposa Grove, the refreshing mist from Bridal Veil Falls, and the unexpected joy of watching our typically reserved 11-year-old exclaim "This is amazing!" – our family adventure to Yosemite National Park delivered all this and more.Our road trip strategy began with renting a hybrid minivan for the 2,000-mile journey, earning American Airlines miles while saving our personal vehicle from mountain roads and inevitable snack debris. After an overnight at the Holiday Inn Express in Oakhurst (booked with an IHG free night certificate), we kicked off our Yosemite exploration with the Valley Floor Tour – a perfect introduction that provided fascinating insights into the park's history and ecology, including how indigenous fire management practices were disrupted by European settlers.For families considering Yosemite with young children, we discovered some perfect trails: Lower Yosemite Falls offers an easy walk with spectacular views, while Bridal Veil Falls rewards visitors with cooling mist after a short hike. The more ambitious Mariposa Grove trail showcased magnificent giant sequoias but required multiple breaks to manage the heat and terrain with our little ones. One unexpected highlight? Encountering a rattlesnake – though we had hoped for bears and deer during our visit!Accommodation was a crucial part of our experience. Rush Creek Lodge, located just minutes from the west entrance (though still a 45-minute drive to the valley floor), proved worth every penny of its $538 nightly rate. The resort offered heated pools, zip lines, game rooms, nightly s'mores, and endless activities that kept our kids entertained from sunrise to sunset. Even without televisions in the rooms, we connected as a family through board games and outdoor adventures.Our biggest tips? Map your route carefully to minimize backtracking on winding mountain roads, prepare for motion sickness with Dramamine (administered a full hour before departure), and check multiple weather sources before packing – we brought cold-weather gear for forecasted 60-degree days but encountered 90-degree heat instead!Looking to create your own Yosemite memories? Follow us on Instagram @TravelParty5 for photos, videos, and more insights from our adventure. And tune in next week when we continue our journey with our Lake Tahoe experiences!

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This episode is about how to write a near perfect essay. The story was written by Banning Lyon who writes about a harrowing childhood experience in a psychiatric ward. His essay was previously published in The Washington Post. After we discuss Banning's story, you'll hear an interview with the author on what his process was like, the difficult emotions writing the memoir brought up, and the cold call he made to find his agent.Banning Lyon is the author of The Chair and The Valley, which will be available June 2024. His writing has been featured in The New York Times and The Washington Post. He currently lives in the San Francisco Bay Area and works as a backpacking guide in Yosemite National Park.Writing Class Radio is hosted by Allison Langer and Andrea Askowitz. Audio production by Matt Cundill, Evan Surminski, Chloe Emond-Lane, and Aiden Glassey at the Sound Off Media Company. Theme music is by Justina Shandler.There's more writing class on our website including stories we study, editing resources, video classes, writing retreats, and live online classes. Join our writing community by following us on Patreon. A Transcription can be found here.If you want to write with us every week, you can join our First Draft weekly writers groups. You can join Tuesdays 12-1 ET. You'll write to a prompt and share what you wrote. You can also sign up for Second Draft. This group is for writers looking for feedback on a more polished draft for publication. If you're a business owner, community activist, group that needs healing, entrepreneur and you want to help your team write better, check out all the classes we offer on our website. Join the community that comes together for instruction, an excuse to write, and the support from other writers. To learn more, go to www.Patreon.com/writingclassradio. Or sign up HERE for First Draft for a FREE Zoom link.There's no better way to understand ourselves and each other, than by writing and sharing our stories. Everyone has a story. What's yours?

In this episode, Johnny Mac brings you five heartwarming and intriguing stories. First, he highlights Pigeon Fest in New York City, a unique event celebrating National Pigeon Appreciation Day with art exhibitions, a pigeon impersonation pageant, and more. Then, he discusses the success of eradicating invasive bullfrogs in Yosemite National Park to save the native Northwest pond turtle. The show also features a groundbreaking bladder and kidney transplant success, a Miami business recycling thousands of sneakers to keep them out of landfills, and the miraculous survival of a cow swept away by floodwaters in Australia. Additionally, Johnny promotes another podcast, Eastwood Reloaded, dedicated to Clint Eastwood's career.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!   

In St. Osyth, an old jail known as The Cage has a history of accused witches — and something inside it still refuses to leave.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: In the heart of England's St. Osyth village lies The Cage, an unassuming house with a chilling past as a jail for accused witches. When Vanessa Mitchell moved in, she unknowingly stepped into a nightmare of ghostly apparitions and terrifying events that forever altered her life. (The Cage: Britain's Answer To The Amityville Horror) *** Some ghosts just seem worth rooting for, no matter how they died or what they do. (Ghosts To Sympathize With) *** The Genna brothers of Chicago's Little Italy neighborhood were some of the most notorious bootleggers and gangsters in the city… until they weren't. (The End of the Terrible Gennas) *** In 1981, 14-year-old Stacey Ann Arras vanished without a trace inside Yosemite National Park, her disappearance remaining one of the park's most eerie and unsolved mysteries. (The Unsolved Yosemite Disappearance of Stacy Ann Arras) *** Annie Le, a brilliant Yale graduate student, vanished just days before her wedding in 2009. Her disappearance led to a shocking discovery that left everyone questioning who and why. (Annie Le: A Life of Promise, A Death of Mystery) *** Imagine waking up every 30 seconds, completely unaware of where you are or what just happened. This is the life of Clive Wearing, who is unable to construct new memories… at all. (Clive's 30-Second Memory) *** We'll look at how the growing cryptotourism industry offers a unique and interesting angle on exploring hidden corners of the globe, with searches for creatures like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster among your travel choices. (Cryptotourism With Bigfoot and Nessie)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:01:36.414 = Show Open00:04:10.680 = The Cage: Britain's Answer to the Amityville Horror00:21:37.334 = Cryptotourism With Bigfoot and Nessie00:31:04.367 = The Unsolved Yosemite Disappearance of Stacy Ann Arras00:40:08.116 = Ghosts To Sympathize With00:54:48.890 = The End of the Terrible Gennas01:07:15.606 = Clive's 30-Second Memory01:13:26.876 = Annie Le: A Life of Promise, A Death of Mystery01:18:59.045 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…BOOK: “Poltergeist! A New Investigation Into Destructive Haunting” by John Fraser: https://amzn.to/3Lueplp“The Cage: Britain's Answer To The Amityville Horror” source: Marcus Lowth, UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3cpxwj5n“Crypotourism with Bigfoot and Nessie” source: Ronan O'Connell, National Geographic:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mrn42hny“The Unsolved Yosemite Disappearance of Stacy Ann Arras” source: Beth Elias, Unspeakable Crimes:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mpkynbus“Annie Le: A Life of Promise, A Death Of Mystery” source: The Scare Chamber: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yzvd4phd“Ghosts to Sympathize With” source: Erin McCann, Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/456p8t95“Clive's 30-Second Memory” source: Oddity Central: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdeaj5m3“The End of the Terrible Gennas” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8yd5cs (used with permission)=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: July 20, 2024EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/thecage/

The Titan submersible documentary Implosion is somehow darker (and dumber) than we thought. This week I recap the OceanGate disaster, question Stockton Rush's decision-making, and explain how ChatGPT basically cured my ADHD. I also run through 15 wild news stories we've all collectively forgotten—plus a hungover Wendy's order, my trip to Yosemite National Park, and thoughts on Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet's adorable romance.REVIEW THE SHOW ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ https://open.spotify.com/show/4ijzUBunTIHgVmahB0ISEN BECOME A PATRON! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/tjms⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ KEEP IN TOUCH!INSTAGRAM »⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinemonroe/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TIKTOK » jacqueline.monroe EMAIL THE SHOW!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ tjmsshow@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MY MUSIC GUY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://soundcloud.com/robmonmusic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SPONSORSSpotify for Podcasters

On this episode of the California Now Podcast, host Soterios Johnson hits the road with three seasoned travelers to explore California's epic road trip experiences. To kick things off, Johnson chats with Zach Dundas, the editorial director behind the Wildsam field guides and Wildsam Magazine, a publication focused solely on road trips. Dundas explains why the open road remains one of the most profound ways to experience California. “You could come up with dozens of different themed road trips just within the state of California, and that's what makes it amazing,” says Dundas. He then dives deep into California's extraordinary range—recommending a route that begins in the artsy neighborhoods of San Francisco and travels east to Yosemite National Park. He also highlights the surreal beauty of Joshua Tree National Park and shares an itinerary that links California's desert, mountains, and forests. Next, Johnson catches up with Scott Clark, the chef and owner of Dad's Luncheonette, a beloved roadside eatery in Half Moon Bay. Clark talks about leaving the fast-paced fine dining world to open Dad's Luncheonette, a cozy spot in a red train caboose along California's coast. “I wanted to make food that felt like home, but that you'd actually want to eat,” he says. Clark also shares highlights from his new cookbook Coastal: 130 Recipes from a California Road Trip, including stories about foraging in Monterey, making frequent stops at oyster shacks, and exploring hidden coastal gems. Finally, Johnson chats with Alessandra Martinez, a digital creator who recently embarked on a four-day theme park road trip with her husband and four kids. Their high-energy itinerary hit Universal Studios Hollywood, Disneyland Resort, and LEGOLAND California. Martinez offers tips for navigating theme parks with kids of all ages and reflects on how to make road trips feel magical for the whole family. “Let everyone pick one thing they're most excited for—and make sure it happens,” she says.

 What happens when a city kid from Lincoln Heights stares into the glowing red eyes of something unexplainable in the Yosemite wilderness — and walks away changed forever? In this gripping and eerie episode, we sit down with Rudy Escobar, a Southern California native who shares multiple encounters with creatures he believes were Bigfoot, stretching from the shadowy pines of Sequoia National Park to the moonlit lake edges of Yosemite. Rudy recounts the terrifying moment when a creature stood up — over nine feet tall — with glowing candy-apple red eyes, walking smoothly across the forest like it was gliding. From childhood dreams and paralyzing fear to logs thrown at his car and strange psychic abilities, Rudy's story is more than just an encounter — it's a haunting transformation. You'll hear tales from Dorst Camp and the San Bernardino Mountains — and by the end, you'll wonder what you would do if a tree started watching you back.

As Trump-phobia stokes concert homophobia across the U.S. during Pride season, RuPaul's Drag Race favorite Thorgy Thor weaves classical music into her unique performance style (interviewed by Brian DeShazor). And in NewsWrap: a lesbian couple in Italy can both be legally recognized as the mothers of a child they conceived via in vitro fertilization thanks to a historic Constitutional Court ruling, Moscow's Tagansky District Court levys heavy fines on tech giant Apple for violating laws banning the “promotion” of “non-traditional sexual relations,” a federal judge tries to sidestep a U.S. Supreme Court decision that bans workplace bias based on sexual orientation or gender identity, Iowa's ban on the discussion of sexual orientation or gender identity in public schools up to the sixth grade can only be applied to mandatory classroom education, U.S. President Donald Trump's “big, beautiful bill” will take gender-affirming healthcare from thousands of transgender people, a new monument to honor the queer victims of the Holocaust in the Paris public gardens near Bastille Plaza, a 55-by-35-foot transgender pride flag was unfurled on the famed El Capitan site in California's Yosemite National Park, and more international LGBTQ+ news reported this week by David Hunt and Nathalie Munoz (produced by Brian DeShazor). All this on the May 26, 2025 edition of This Way Out! Join our family of listener-donors today at http://thiswayout.org/donate/

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Today's headlines include: The WA Government has announced it will compensate survivors of the Stolen Generations under a new redress scheme. After more than three weeks of counting, the Australian Electoral Commission has confirmed Jacqui Lambie has been re-elected to the Senate. Russian authorities and U.S. President Donald Trump have exchanged insults following a major Russian attack on Ukraine, killing 13. And today’s good news: Native turtles have returned to Yosemite National Park in the U.S. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara Seidler Producer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The budget fight continues overnight with some GOP members continuing to support reckless spending.  Hunter Biden was reportedly acting as a Chief-of-Staff in The White House after Biden's horrific debate. House leaders are urged to remove an AI provision in the “Big, Beautiful Bill” to prevent ‘unfettered abuse'. Yosemite National Park flies the largest Trans Flag to ever be displayed at a National Park.  Rep. Nancy Mace, alleging assault, shares a nude photo of herself taken without her consent by her ex-boyfriend during a House hearing.  President Trump brings a TV into the Oval Office in front of the South African President and shows him a video of his own government calling for the genocide of white farmers.  Dana has some harsh words for Republicans who are voting for taxing social security and retired military pay.  Sec. Marco Rubio and Sen. Tim Kaine go at each other after Kaine insinuates that America is only allowing White people to enter from Africa. Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Relief Factorhttps://relieffactor.com OR CALL 1-800-4-RELIEFTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3-week Relief Factor Quick Start for only $19.95 today! Goldcohttps://DanaLikesGold.com Protect your financial future with my trusted gold company—get your GoldCo 2025 Gold & Silver Kit today, and you could qualify for up to 10% in bonus silverByrnahttps://byrna.com/danaGet your hands on the new compact Byrna CL. Visit Byrna.com/Dana receive 10% off Patriot Mobilehttps://patriotmobile.com/DanaDana's personal cell phone provider is Patriot Mobile. Get a FREE MONTH of service code DANAHumanNhttps://humann.comSupport your metabolism and healthy blood sugar levels with Superberine by HumanN. Find it now at your local Sam's Club next to SuperBeets Heart Chews.  KelTechttps://KelTecWeapons.comSee the third generation of the iconic SUB2000 and the NEW PS57 - Keltec Innovation & Performance at its bestAll Family Pharmacyhttps://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/DanaCode Dana10 for 10% off your entire orderPreBornhttps://Preborn.com/DanaWith your help, we can hit the goal of 1,000 ultrasounds this month! Just dial #250 and say “Baby” Home Title Lockhttps://hometitlelock.com/danaProtect your home! Get a FREE title history report + 14 days of coverage with code DANA. Check out the Million Dollar TripleLock—terms apply.

Tonight we explore two mysterious disappearances in America's most challenging wilderness areas—two men who ventured into remote landscapes and vanished without a trace, leaving behind only questions and abandoned vehicles.Case 1: Walther H. Reinhard - Lost in YosemiteThe Basics:Walther H. ReinhardDisappeared: September 30, 2002Location: Yosemite National Park, CaliforniaNo additional details available in public recordsWhat Happened: On September 30, 2002, Walther H. Reinhard disappeared in Yosemite National Park. Beyond this basic information, details about his case remain limited in publicly available records. Like many who vanish in Yosemite's vast wilderness, Walther simply disappeared, joining the park's long list of unsolved missing person cases.Yosemite encompasses nearly 1,200 square miles of granite cliffs, deep valleys, waterfalls, and wilderness areas. The park's extreme terrain and unpredictable weather conditions make it particularly dangerous for unprepared visitors. From fatal falls to hypothermia, the park's beauty masks significant hazards that have claimed many lives over the decades.Current Status: Case remains unsolved, listed among missing persons cases from America's national parks.Case 2: Adam Clayton Lyle Jones - Vanished at Grand CanyonThe Basics:Adam Clayton Lyle Jones, 23 years oldLast seen: March 31, 2011 (Gulf Breeze, Florida)Car found: May 5, 2011 (Grand Canyon South Rim)5'7", 140 lbs, blue eyes, light brown hairNamUs Case: MP11063The Journey: Adam left Gulf Breeze, Florida on March 31, 2011, in his light blue Oldsmobile Delta 88. He took only his laptop—no cell phone, minimal belongings. His debit card tracked him through Louisiana and Texas before the trail went cold.Over a month later, a park ranger found his abandoned car at Grand Canyon's South Rim Visitor Center. Inside: an itinerary listing Denver and California cities as destinations. Adam was nowhere to be found.The Mystery: His family hadn't reported him missing—they learned of his disappearance when rangers called about the car. Despite extensive searches of trails, viewpoints, and remote areas, no trace of Adam was ever found.Theories:Hiking accident in the canyon's dangerous terrainVoluntary disappearance to start freshFoul play in the park's remote areasEnvironmental hazards unique to the Grand CanyonThe Context: Grand Canyon averages 17 deaths annually and over 1,000 missing person reports. The park's 1.2 million acres can hide evidence indefinitely.Current Status: Cold case with National Park Service after 13 years.The ConnectionBoth cases highlight wilderness disappearances' unique challenges: vast search areas, harsh environments, and landscapes that can conceal evidence forever. For families, these represent ongoing nightmares—the terrible uncertainty of not knowing, the impossible hope that becomes harder to maintain each year.In America's wild places, people can still vanish completely, swallowed by landscapes that predate civilization and care nothing for human presence. Some mysteries may never be solved.

National Park Nightmares: "The Vanishing at White Wolf"Peter Jackson was 74 years old the day he disappeared without a trace in Yosemite National Park. A veteran hiker in excellent physical condition, Peter had spent decades exploring America's wilderness areas with methodical precision. He never took unnecessary risks. He never strayed from his planned routes. And he never, ever failed to return when expected.September 17, 2016. Peter sends a simple text to his son: "On my way to Yosemite." It would be the last anyone ever heard from him.He checks into campsite #58 at White Wolf Campground, a remote facility at 8,000 feet elevation, paying for five nights through September 21st. His car, a well-maintained sedan, sits at the edge of a forest of lodgepole pines and white firs. His tent is pitched with military precision. Everything is exactly as it should be. Except Peter packed his royal blue Outdoor Products daypack and set off on what should have been a routine day hike. He never came back.When park rangers conduct their end-of-stay check on September 21st, they find Peter's campsite exactly as he'd left it four days earlier. His car is still parked at the site. His gear is neatly organized. But Peter is gone, and so is his blue backpack.This triggers one of the most extensive search operations in recent Yosemite history. Over 50 personnel from multiple agencies spend nearly two weeks combing through 50 square miles of wilderness. Search dogs follow scent trails that lead nowhere. Helicopters equipped with infrared technology scan dense forest canopy. Ground teams rappel into ravines and search areas so remote they haven't seen human footprints in years. They find nothing. Not a single trace of Peter Jackson.By October 2nd, with autumn storms rolling in and temperatures dropping, the inevitable decision comes. Peter's case is downgraded to "limited continuous" status. The active search ends. Park officials maintain that any new evidence will be followed up on, but the reality sets in for Peter's family: he's simply vanished into the vast wilderness of Yosemite National Park. For nearly three years, Peter Jackson becomes another statistic in Yosemite's growing list of unsolved disappearances. His case joins approximately 30 other active missing persons files, each representing someone who entered the park and never returned. The wilderness keeps its secrets well.Then, in August 2019, a trail maintenance crew working on erosion control in a remote area between Aspen Valley and Smith Peak makes a startling discovery. Hidden under a fallen tree, they find a weathered royal blue backpack. It's Peter Jackson's daypack, confirmed by serial numbers and distinctive wear patterns. But the location makes no sense. The pack was discovered approximately seven to eight miles from White Wolf Campground—far beyond Peter's typical five-mile hiking range. Even following established trails, reaching this spot would require a trek of over ten miles through challenging terrain.The discovery creates more questions than answers. What was Peter doing so far from his campsite? How did an experienced hiker end up in terrain he'd never ventured to before? And perhaps most intriguingly, the pack was found in Ackerson Meadow—an area that had only been officially added to Yosemite National Park in September 2016, the same month Peter disappeared.The formal announcement came just ten days before his final visit. Was Peter attempting to explore this newly protected land?Park rangers immediately organize a detailed search of the area where the backpack was found. For a week, specialized teams scour the terrain using metal detectors, ground-penetrating radar, and search dogs trained to find human remains. They cover two square miles of challenging wilderness, checking every fallen tree, rock crevice, and hidden ravine. They find nothing.The backpack itself yields few clues. It contains the standard gear of a day hiker: a partially empty water bottle, a weathered trail map, a small first aid kit, an emergency whistle, a weatherproof jacket, and several expired energy bars. What's missing speaks volumes—no cell phone, no GPS device, no camera. Nothing that might tell investigators where Peter intended to go or what happened to him.Theories abound but none can fully explain the mystery. Did Peter suffer a sudden medical emergency—a heart attack or stroke—in this remote location, somehow becoming separated from his pack? Did he encounter dangerous terrain, suffering a fatal fall while his pack remained behind? Was he exploring the newly added Ackerson Meadow when something went wrong? Or did environmental factors—sudden weather changes or disorientation—lead to a tragic end?Today, Peter Jackson's case remains open. His disappearance stands as a reminder of the wilderness's enduring mysteries and the limitations of even the most advanced search techniques. Park rangers continue to learn from his case, emphasizing the importance of detailed hiking plans and emergency communication devices. But most of all, Peter's story serves as a sobering reminder that in places of extraordinary beauty lurk equally extraordinary dangers.The last text message Peter sent still haunts those who knew him: "On my way to Yosemite." Three simple words that marked the beginning of a journey with no end, a mystery with no solution, and a wilderness that still keeps its secrets. Somewhere in Yosemite's vast expanse, answers may still lie waiting to be discovered. Until then, the question remains: what happened to Peter Jackson on that September day in 2016?If you have any information about Peter Jackson's disappearance, please contact Yosemite National Park at 209-379-1926 during business hours, or 209-379-1992 after hours. In the wilderness, we are all responsible for each other's safety. Stay aware, stay prepared, and most importantly, let someone know where you're going. Because the difference between a successful hike and a missing persons case can be as simple as a few words shared before you head into the wild.

Vanished in the Sierra - The Mysterious Disappearances of Sandra Johnsen Hughes and Joel ThomazinIn this haunting eighth installment of National Park Nightmares, we delve into two perplexing disappearances that occurred just fourteen months apart in the rugged wilderness of California's Sierra Nevada mountains. Join your host as we explore the baffling circumstances surrounding Sandra Johnsen Hughes and Joel Thomazin, two experienced outdoor enthusiasts who entered the wilderness and seemingly vanished without a trace.Our journey begins in the summer of 2020, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, when 54-year-old Sandra Johnsen Hughes sought solace in the pristine wilderness of Sierra National Forest. A former Hawaii resident with college training as a park ranger, Sandra was no novice to the outdoors. We trace her final known movements from her last contact with family on June 26th through the mysterious discovery of her abandoned campsite on July 2nd—found in complete disarray, a state that contradicted her meticulously organized nature. The mystery deepens as we examine the puzzling sequence of events: her silver Saab crashed at suspiciously low speed, a barefoot sighting with an unexplained bruise on her face, her sleeping bag discovered miles away just inside Yosemite National Park's boundary, and the most baffling element—a reported sighting by hunters over a month after her disappearance. Could Sandra have survived alone in the wilderness for weeks without supplies? And what are we to make of the eerie account from a three-year-old boy who, a year later, claimed to see a woman matching Sandra's description lying face down in a meadow, insisting she was "already dead"?Our episode continues with 31-year-old Joel Thomazin, a U.S. Army reservist and father to a two-year-old son, who set out on what should have been a routine solo hiking and fishing trip in September 2021. With his distinctive bright red inflatable kayak and vintage 1918 Army steel cup, Joel planned a straightforward route from Hetch Hetchy Reservoir to Lake Eleanor—a journey of approximately nine miles each way.Last seen by a park ranger on the afternoon of September 6th crossing above O'Shaughnessy Dam, Joel never returned on his scheduled date of September 9th. Despite extensive searches involving teams from multiple agencies, not a single trace of Joel or his distinctive equipment was ever found. We share the heartbreaking words of his wife Amanda, who asked for prayers that Joel would know "he is not alone out there," and examine the painful reality of how families cope with ambiguous loss when no closure is possible.As we conclude this episode, we reflect on the cruel paradox of these cases—how the very wilderness that draws us with its beauty and promise of solitude can also swallow us without witness or explanation. The disappearances of Sandra Johnsen Hughes and Joel Thomazin remain unsolved, joining over thirty cold cases in Yosemite's troubling history. Whether their fates were sealed by tragic accidents, deliberate choices, foul play, or something more mysterious, their stories remind us of the wilderness's power and our ultimate vulnerability within it.If you have any information about either of these cases, please contact the Madera County Sheriff's Office at (559) 675-7770 regarding Sandra Johnsen Hughes or Yosemite Search and Rescue at (209) 238-7046 regarding Joel Thomazin.

In this episode of Hotel Moment, Karen Stephens sits down with Dimple Jethani, Chief Information Officer at Aramark Destinations. With over 25 years of experience in technology and hospitality, Dimple shares valuable insights on leveraging data-driven strategies to enhance guest experiences. From her journey in tech to her approach to cybersecurity and AI, Dimple offers practical advice on how hospitality businesses can harness technology to drive operational excellence and create memorable guest experiences at iconic destinations like Yosemite National Park.

Send us a textLeadership under pressure doesn't get much more intense than directing wildland firefighting operations when lives hang in the balance. Kelly Martin, former Chief of Fire and Aviation for Yosemite National Park, brings us into the heart-stopping moments where leadership decisions mean the difference between safety and catastrophe.Drawing from decades on fire lines, Martin recounts responding to devastating aircraft accidents that forced her to question whether she was cut out for crisis leadership. "You have to take a deep introspection and ask yourself if you're ready to step up when people are at their worst moments and they're looking for leadership," she shares, revealing how these experiences shaped her approach to crisis preparation and management.Whether you lead teams in high-risk environments or simply want to develop your crisis management skills, this episode delivers powerful, sometimes harrowing lessons from someone who has literally walked through fire to protect others. Subscribe now to hear more stories from exceptional crisis leaders who've faced the ultimate test of leadership.You can reach Kelly Martin via LinkedIn.We'd love to hear from you. Email the show at Tom@leadinginacrisis.com.

This week, we cover moves inside the Department of the Interior (DOI) alongside new polling that shows the public isn't on board with these drastic changes. Colorado College's 2025 Conservation in the West Poll reveals overwhelming bipartisan support for clean water, wildlife, and public lands protections, including 51% of MAGA voters siding with conservation over expanded energy development.Yet while public support rises, the Trump administration is accelerating environmental rollbacks. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum handed sweeping authority over all DOI operations to DOGE operative Tyler Hassen, consolidating decision-making for 500 million acres of public lands under a single corporate-aligned figure.Meanwhile:Protections for the Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument revoked, opening endangered marine habitats to commercial fishing.New offshore oil and gas leasing program launched, targeting protected coastal waters.Fast-tracked mining projects and slashed permit timelines under a fabricated “National Energy Emergency.”Yosemite National Park closed backpacker campgrounds due to severe staffing shortages.Minnesota's BWCAW halted permit issuance at ranger stations amid federal hiring freezes.It's a coordinated, high-speed dismantling of decades of conservation protections with direct consequences for ecosystems, communities, and the climate.Have tips, testimonials, or insights on public land changes? Submit them through our Google Form (⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/JwC73G8wLvU6kedc9⁠⁠⁠)Sources:Colorado College's Poll - https://www.coloradocollege.edu/other/stateoftherockies/conservationinthewest/2025-poll-data/CC%20Poll%202025%20-%20National%20Press%20Release.pdf The Hill - https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/5259589-interior-secretary-doug-burgum/ White House EO - https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/unleashing-american-commercial-fishing-in-the-pacific/ https://usa.oceana.org/press-releases/trump-administration-moves-to-undo-science-based-ocean-management-and-protections/ Oceana - https://usa.oceana.org/press-releases/trump-administration-moves-to-undo-science-based-ocean-management-and-protections/ Department of Interior - https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-announces-eleventh-national-outer-continental-shelf-oil-and-gas-leasing https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/trump-administration-adds-key-mining-projects-fast-41 https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/department-interior-implements-emergency-permitting-procedures-strengthen-domestic https://www.wilderness.org/articles/press-release/trump-administration-sidelines-public-expand-drilling-and-mining-public-lands https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-boosts-offshore-oil-production-new-commingling-policy Backpacker - https://www.backpacker.com/news-and-events/news/yosemite-closing-backpackers-campgrounds/Public Domain - http://publicdomain.media/p/interior-trump-draft-strategic-plan

When a charming stranger arrived in New Orleans, no one suspected he might be a 200-year-old aristocrat with a taste for blood.Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateDISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: Was a New Orleans neighborhood home to an immortal vampire in the early 1900s? (Vampire in New Orleans) *** A young girl disappeared in Yosemite National Park back in 1981. To this day no one knows where she is, and some say a paranormal cause is to blame. (A Supernatural Disappearance in Yosemite) *** After Lori Erica Ruff's death, her husband discovered he had been married to a complete stranger. Because Lori Erica Ruff never existed. (The Woman Without an Identity) *** Was there a plot to murder Marconi scientists in the 1980s? (The Marconi Murders)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00.00.000 = Lead-In00:00:41.374 = Show Open00:02:10.004 = The Immortal Vampire of New Orleans00:19:01.268 = A Supernatural Disappearance In Yosemite00:30:10.938 = The Woman Without An Identity00:37:16.973 = The Marconi Murders00:52:15.505 = Show Close, Verse, and Final ThoughtSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Vampire In New Orleans” by Brent Swancer: http://bit.ly/2IrlOTU“A Supernatural Disappearance in Yosemite” by Beth Elias: http://bit.ly/2v94zOB“The Woman Without an Identity” by Stephanie Webber: http://bit.ly/2UBMIyO‘The Marconi Murders” posted at The Unredacted: http://bit.ly/2VR1PRC=====(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: June 16, 2020EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/ImmortalVampire

On this week's podcast, Bob talks with Laurel Munson Boyers who spent 31 years as a park ranger in Yosemite National Park. She has written "Across Yosemite's Wilderness- A Trailblazing Woman's Career Protecting the Park's Backcountry" about her years patrolling and protecting the park's wilderness and backcountry. They talk about her childhood at Yosemite, then working her way up to being a wilderness ranger. Boyers compares the average backcountry hiker today and during the early years of her career and also how unusual it was for her to stay in one park for her entire career. They wrap up the conversation with a brief discussion about the current political climate in the country, including the massive budget and manpower cuts that have affected the National Park Service. The conversation is lively and informative, as is the book, which you can order here: https://tinyurl.com/mry8xuvz Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://wildwestendorf.com/ Where to listen, download and subscribe to this podcast: https://pod.link/outdoorswithhikingbob

In this chilling episode of National Park Nightmares, we explore two of the most unsettling disappearances in America's wild places—stories where the line between accident and something darker blurs beyond recognition.First, we return to 1958 and the shadowy slopes of Mount Meeker in Colorado. Ten-year-old Bobby Bizup vanished from Camp St. Malo, a Catholic boys' camp near Rocky Mountain National Park. Deaf, trusting, and familiar with the camp, Bobby was last seen leaving a fishing spot alone. Despite an exhaustive search, his remains weren't found until a year later—by a counselor who was also one of the last people to see him alive. Decades later, shocking revelations surfaced: that same counselor, Neil Hewitt, along with other clergy members from the camp, were later exposed as prolific abusers. Federal investigators are now reopening Bobby's case, fueled by new evidence—including the discovery of Bobby's missing skull in the possession of a Colorado family tied to the camp's leadership. What really happened to Bobby Bizup? And why did the people meant to protect him fail him so completely?Then we move to Yosemite National Park, 1981. Fourteen-year-old Stacey Ann Arras disappears during a short walk from Sunrise High Sierra Camp. Last seen standing on a rock near camp, she simply vanished. Despite an intensive search, not a single clue was found. No tracks. No belongings. Nothing. How does a teenager disappear in plain sight on a sunny afternoon? Forty years later, we still don't have answers.These are stories of innocence lost in America's most beautiful—and unforgiving—places. Stories where nature's silence speaks volumes, and where the wilderness may hide more than we can imagine.Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Untold Radio AMVisit HIMS.COMBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

Experience the terrifying encounter of park rangers with a new species at Yosemite National Park. A chilling tale you won't forget! #yosemite #creepypasta #horrorstories #scarystories

This week, we journey into the heart of two of America's most magnificent national parks to unravel mysteries that have confounded investigators for decades. Two young men, four years apart, both vanished without a trace while hiking alone on well-established trails. Their disappearances share disturbing similarities that suggest these weren't simply cases of lost hikers, but perhaps something far more inexplicable.The Story of Timothy Barnes takes us to the crystalline waters of Tenaya Lake in Yosemite National Park. On July 5, 1988, 25-year-old Timothy "Tim" Barnes set out on what should have been a routine day hike. Standing 6'3" with shoulder-length dark brown hair, Tim was an experienced outdoorsman who had hiked Yosemite's trails many times before.At 9:00 AM, he was spotted by a family from Michigan, walking north from the Murphy Creek Trailhead toward Poly Domes. Tim exchanged pleasant greetings with them, appearing relaxed and confident in his white t-shirt with a distinctive red anti-fascism symbol, gray sweatpants, and yellow daypack. This would be the last confirmed sighting of Timothy Barnes. When Tim failed to return, one of the most comprehensive search operations in Yosemite's history was launched. For weeks, professional search and rescue teams with trained dogs scoured the landscape. Helicopters swept the terrain from above while technical climbing teams explored every crevice of the granite domes.Yet they found nothing. No backpack, no clothing, no signs of struggle or injury. Tim had seemingly evaporated into the wilderness.As we explore in this episode, the Barnes case is riddled with bizarre elements that defy conventional explanation:Search dogs exhibited unusual behavior, becoming agitated and confused in certain areasMultiple hikers reported compass malfunctions and static electricity phenomena on the day Tim disappearedTwo search teams heard what sounded like distant calls for help coming from areas that had already been thoroughly searchedHikers described strange, localized fog banks that formed and dissipated rapidly against prevailing windsThree months after his disappearance, a fragment of yellow fabric resembling Tim's backpack was discovered in an area that had been meticulously searched multiple timesPerhaps most chilling were the revelations from Tim's mother that in the weeks before his hike, Tim had experienced unusually vivid dreams about being lost in a landscape where "the geography kept shifting" and had developed a sudden, intense interest in the geological formations of Poly Domes.The David Morrison mystery then takes us to the spectacular alpine scenery of Glacier National Park, Montana. On October 12, 1992, 26-year-old David Morrison parked his rental car at Logan Pass Visitor Center and began hiking the famous Highline Trail. Like Timothy Barnes, Morrison was physically fit, experienced in wilderness navigation, and hiking alone. He had checked in with rangers that morning and planned to return before sunset. He, too, would never be seen again.The parallels between the Morrison and Barnes cases are uncanny:Both men were in their mid-twenties with athletic buildsBoth disappeared in the morning hours from well-marked trailsBoth had clearly intended to return the same dayBoth cases featured a complete absence of physical evidence despite extensive searchesBoth searches encountered unexplained phenomena with search dogsBoth disappearances coincided with reports of unusual, localized weather anomaliesThe most perplexing development came thirteen months after Morrison's disappearance, when a distinctive pendant he had been wearing was discovered by a hiker on a trail more than twelve miles from his last known location—an area that had been thoroughly searched during the initial investigation.The Unsettling PatternIn this episode, I delve into how these cases connect to a larger pattern of similar disappearances across North America's wilderness areas. We examine:The profile of those who vanish—predominantly young, physically fit menThe geographical clustering of these incidents in certain national parks and wilderness areasThe consistent lack of physical evidence despite modern search techniquesThe repeated reports of unusual weather phenomena, equipment malfunctions, and strange behavior of search animalsWhile this episode explores the strange circumstances surrounding these disappearances, it also serves as a reminder of the very real dangers of solo hiking. We discuss:The importance of filing detailed hiking plans with park rangers or trusted contactsWhy carrying emergency communication devices can be lifesavingHow to prepare for unexpected weather changes in alpine environmentsWhy even experienced hikers should approach unfamiliar trails with cautionGet Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Untold Radio AM

Shauna Potocky is a poet and painter who spent a decade as park ranger in Yosemite National Park. She is now a devoted resident of the community of Seward, Alaska. Along with the Kenai Peninsula, it is the inspiration for her second collection of poems and artwork, Sea Smoke, Spindrift and Other Spells. On a visit to Juneau she talked with host Katie Bausler about poetry, community and the value of sharing art. We're releasing this podcast just in time for National Poetry Month 2025. Shauna's poetry card is full this month with readings and appearances in Sitka April 10th and 12th  and the annual Seward Poetry Festival April 21-26. Please subscribe and follow the 49 Writers Active Voice podcast on Apple, Spotify and 49writers.org. And help spread the word by liking it on podcast platforms or sharing with friends and family. This conversation was recorded at KTOO Juneau. Music by Liz Snyder and Alex Kotlarz. .

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(March 25, 2025) Amy King and joins Chris Merrill who is hosting Handel on the News all week. Trump's national security adviser added a journalist to text chat on highly sensitive Yemen strike plans. Live Nation settles lawsuit over claims it misled investors about legal risks. US Postal Service head DeJoy resigns. Yosemite National Park summer reservations open after delay. Trump says any country buying Venezuelan oil will face a 25% tariff. Los Angeles rental market faces increased competition.

In this chilling episode of National Park Nightmares, we explore two of the most unsettling disappearances in America's wild places—stories where the line between accident and something darker blurs beyond recognition.First, we return to 1958 and the shadowy slopes of Mount Meeker in Colorado. Ten-year-old Bobby Bizup vanished from Camp St. Malo, a Catholic boys' camp near Rocky Mountain National Park. Deaf, trusting, and familiar with the camp, Bobby was last seen leaving a fishing spot alone. Despite an exhaustive search, his remains weren't found until a year later—by a counselor who was also one of the last people to see him alive. Decades later, shocking revelations surfaced: that same counselor, Neil Hewitt, along with other clergy members from the camp, were later exposed as prolific abusers. Federal investigators are now reopening Bobby's case, fueled by new evidence—including the discovery of Bobby's missing skull in the possession of a Colorado family tied to the camp's leadership. What really happened to Bobby Bizup? And why did the people meant to protect him fail him so completely?Then we move to Yosemite National Park, 1981. Fourteen-year-old Stacey Ann Arras disappears during a short walk from Sunrise High Sierra Camp. Last seen standing on a rock near camp, she simply vanished. Despite an intensive search, not a single clue was found. No tracks. No belongings. Nothing. How does a teenager disappear in plain sight on a sunny afternoon? Forty years later, we still don't have answers.These are stories of innocence lost in America's most beautiful—and unforgiving—places. Stories where nature's silence speaks volumes, and where the wilderness may hide more than we can imagine.Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Untold Radio AMVisit HIMS.COM

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Join us as we embark on an incredible journey with a dedicated Park Ranger who uncovers hidden secrets at Yosemite National Park! In this captivating video, you'll discover lesser-known facts about this iconic national treasure, explore breathtaking landscapes, and learn about the unique flora and fauna that call Yosemite home. From ancient rock formations to the stories behind the park's most famous landmarks, we reveal the mysteries that lie beneath the surface. Whether you're a seasoned hiker, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about the wonders of Yosemite, this video is packed with insights that will deepen your appreciation for one of America's most stunning natural parks. Don't miss out on this adventure—hit that play button and uncover the secrets of Yosemite National Park with us! Remember to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more exciting explorations!

Today Colin and Justin take a look at recent headlines to come out of the outdoor adventure community. On the docket:In response to the Trump Administration's Valentine's Day staffing and budget cuts, employees at Yosemite National Park hung an upside down flag on the top of El Cap. Hope ensued. (04:55)The Trump Administration backtracked on those cuts with the Department of the Interior announcing they would allow agencies to hire 7,700 seasonal employees. (08:21)On Tuesday 2/25 Patagonia CEO Ryan Gellert posted an Op-Ed on Time.com stating Patagonia's intention to fight back against the moves made by the Trump Administration, breaking the silence from outdoor industry brands over the past weeks. (12:06)Kelly Slater opened a wave pool in Abu Dhabi and the WSL hosted a comp there. In related news: Justin Housman is angry. (18:41)A runner was recently disqualified as the winner of a 100 mile road ultramarathon as his shoes violated a USATF rule about stack height. So, this is a thing? (26:14)The Parting Shot! Colin loves the name of a new shoe by Obōz while Justin encourages you to do the maintenance. (35:05)Check out hundreds of wildly cool products by visiting and shopping at Garage Grown Gear!Thanks for listening! The Rock Fight is a production of Rock Fight, LLC. Sign up for NEWS FROM THE FRONT, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter by heading to www.rockfight.co and clicking Join The Mailing List.Please follow and subscribe to The Rock Fight and give us a 5 star rating and a written review wherever you get your podcasts.Want to pick a fight with The Rock Fight? Send your feedback, questions, and comments to myrockfight@gmail.com.

Send us a textDiscover the critical role of the Family Liaison Officer in search and rescue operations with our guest, Moose Mutlow, a seasoned expert in the field. Moose sheds light on how this pivotal role serves as the communication lifeline between the incident commander and the families of missing persons, particularly in the challenging landscapes of Yosemite National Park. Through Moose's experience, learn how FLOs help navigate the emotional labyrinth of high-stress missions, ensuring families are kept informed with empathy and precision. We explore the FLO's unique position amidst varied stakeholders, underlining the need for a compassionate and objective communication strategy that bridges families with the search process.Reach Moose Mutlow at moosemutlow.com or via LinkedIn.Find his books on Amazon here: Email Tom: Tom@leadinginacrisis.comEmail Marc: Marcmullenccc@gmail.comWe'd love to hear from you. Email the show at Tom@leadinginacrisis.com.

Federal employees whine about having to answer 5 bullet points from Elon Musk's productivity email. The Washington Post complains how Trump's firings will bring National Parks back to pandemic level attendance including inoperable restrooms. Someone hangs an American flag upside down at Yosemite National Park. Public unions are suing over cuts to the Federal workforce. A couple was forced to sit next to a dead body on a plane for 4 HOURS after a woman died mid-flight. A Texas rancher was killed by an improvised explosive device (IED) near the border. Dana explains how Trump needs to handle the economy as Congressional Republicans get into another fight over government spending. Rep. Thomas Massie exposes how some Republicans are insisting on keeping costly ethanol provisions of the Democrat “green new deal” in the Republican budget.Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…All Family Pharmacyhttps://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/DanaCode Dana10 for 10% off your entire orderByrnahttps://byrna.com/danaDon't leave yourself or your loved ones without options. Visit Byrna.com/Dana receive 10% off Goldcohttps://DanaLikesGold.com My personal gold company - get your GoldCo 2025 Gold & Silver Kit. PLUS you could qualify for up to $15,000 in BONUS silverHumanNhttps://humann.comSupport your metabolism and healthy blood sugar levels with Superberine by HumanN. Find it now at your local Sam's Club next to SuperBeets Heart Chews.  KelTechttps://KelTecWeapons.comSee the NEW PS57 - Keltec Innovation & Performance at its bestNative Pathhttps://GetNativePath.com/DanaNot just for skin - essential for healthy joints and bones! Get NativePath Collagen for up to 45% off + FREE shipping!Patriot Mobilehttps://patriotmobile.com/DanaDana's personal cell phone provider is Patriot Mobile. Get a FREE MONTH of service code DANARelief Factorhttps://relieffactor.comTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3 week Relief Factor Quick Start for only $19.95 today! Tax Network USAhttps://TNUSA.com/DANADon't let the IRS's aggressive tactics control your life empower yourself with Tax Network USA's support.  Reach a USA based agent @ 1(800) 958-1000 - Don't fight the IRS alone

Anna and Raven have been there, when you had a long day and don't want to cook! They talk to Chef Plum, and he gives them the easiest but most delicious recipes that will impress your family during the week! Find Chef Plum at http://www.chefplum.com/ ! Elon Musk sent out an email to all federal employees for them to report on what they did at work last week. Anna was away last week so she asked Raven, Producer Julie, and Producer Justin what they did at work last week! Are you up to date on this week's biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news stories including the announcement of the Fire Festival II's location and how to get tickets! The way you watch your TV is about to change and become more scented! There is a company who has made this possible and it's not as expensive as it sounds like it should be! Brian Fried, the Invention Coach, is the person to go to when you have an idea for an invention! Anna and Raven propose their invention ideas! Find him at https://brianfried.com/ !  Anna and Raven share the things that their parents won't take their advice on! They ask you to fill in the blank “I told my parents ____, but they don't listen to me.” Anna was on a flight this week, and everyone started booing and even Anna participated! Find out who they were booing! Are you up to date on this week's biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news stories including the only locksmith of Yosemite National Park who was let go as a part of the firings this week! Jared and Izzy have a 12-year-old daughter, who is a little overweight. Jared was an overweight child and has continued to struggle with his weight as an adult. He wants to send the daughter to a nutritionist/dietician to help. Izzy doesn't agree. She thinks it's too early to bring a professional into this. It's normal at this point in her life. She's 12 and going through puberty. Izzy wants to work on it together as a family. If they all get more active and introduce healthier snacks, it will benefit the whole family. What do you think? Maureen and Larry have a chance to win $7800! All they have to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!

The Broads forgot to do their homework for the week, so they’ll be talking about The Big Lebowski and Dazed & Confused next week, Feb. 25. On this week’s ep, they talk about the SNL50 festivities, Shandy’s trip to see the Horsetail Falls at Yosemite National Park, and Amanda’s residency at MoMA. This week’s laugh: […]

The Broads forgot to do their homework for the week, so they'll be talking about The Big Lebowski and Dazed & Confused next week, Feb. 25. On this week's ep, they talk about the SNL50 festivities, Shandy's trip to see the Horsetail Falls at Yosemite National Park, and Amanda's residency at MoMA. This week's laugh: People who said the wrong thing at the wrong freaking time! We also get good feedback about stupid things customers have said and resurrect the old "Would You Rather," etc. books.Feedback: TheBroadcasters3@gmail.com or 331-BROADS3 (331-276-2373)Links: Merchandise, Matt's Broadcast Book ClubBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-broadcast-with-amanda-shandy-and-colleen--2940971/support.

This episode is presented by Create A Video – I am not-very-seriously considering a move to California to be a locksmith on-call near Yosemite National Park, because apparently the National Park Service fired the only guy who can open locks in an area the size of Rhode Island. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: If you choose to subscribe, get 15% off here! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vanished in Yosemite National Park: Where is George Penca and Peter Jackson?Follow us on: Facebook: www.facebook.com/wherearetheypodcast Instagram: @thewherearetheypodcast Email me: Canwefindthem@gmail.com Join our online detective group at Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/wherearetheypodcast⁠⁠⁠Support our mission: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wherearethey⁠Thank you for watching & supporting our mission.  You can find the 'Where are they?' Podcast on all major podcast platforms. 

This week's Urban Valor episode features Rory Farrell, a retired Navy Special Operations Corpsman (2004-2024), who shares his journey through the military and beyond. Growing up in Colchester, CT, Rory was deeply impacted by 9/11, which inspired him to enlist in the Navy. He pursued the Special Amphibious Reconnaissance Corpsman pipeline, undergoing some of the most grueling training in military history to become a Special Ops Medic. Throughout his career, Rory faced intense challenges, including a flashbang accident that nearly cost him his hand, and a shocking attempt by a superior officer to sabotage his career. However, one of his most extraordinary moments came when he rescued a mother and her child after a 110-ft tree crushed their car at Yosemite National Park. His quick thinking and elite medical training saved their lives, demonstrating the resilience, sacrifice, and heroism that define special operations forces.

A storm system is moving into Central California. Mountain communities could get as much as three inches of rain. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Yosemite National Park and Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms: --- The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- ‘Broeske & Musson' Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Facebook | Podcast| X | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of In The Vet's Office, Dr. Josie is joined by Morgan Huelsman, otherwise known as Morgan Number 2 from The Bobby Bones Show. Morgan brings her dog, Remi, and her cat, Hazel to the studio. Dr. Josie starts the episode with a crazy story about a cat that got lost in Yosemite National Park and traveled almost one thousand miles to make it home. Morgan then talks all about her pets including how Remi has become a therapy animal, and how they have even helped weed out men while dating. Morgan tells the story of how one of the guys she was dating used Remi's toothpaste to brush his teeth. Dr. Josie then discusses why you shouldn't give your pets pills without anything on them. And why you definitely shouldn't go looking for a pet on Craigslist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Of all the horrors to unfold in Yosemite National Park, few were as shocking as the 1999 murders committed by Cary Stayner, a handyman whose unassuming demeanor masked a deadly obsession. His crimes of the brutal slayings of four women were horrifying enough, but the tragedy took on an eerie depth when the public learned he was the older brother of Steven Stayner, a kidnapping victim whose story had once gripped the nation. In a chilling twist of fate, one brother became a hero, while the other became a killer.Our other podcast: "FEARFUL" - https://open.spotify.com/show/56ajNkLiPoIat1V2KI9n5c?si=OyM38rdsSSyyzKAFUJpSywMERCH:https://www.redbubble.com/people/wickedandgrim/shop?asc=uPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/wickedandgrim?fan_landing=trueYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@wickedlifeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wickedandgrim/ Instagram:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wickedandgrim/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/wickedandgrimWebsite: https://www.wickedandgrim.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Join us as we dive into the chilling tale of a haunted cabin in Yosemite National Park! In this spine-tingling video, park rangers share their shocking discovery of an eerie structure that seemingly defies reality. What happened when they stumbled upon this mysterious cabin? Why do some say it shouldn't even exist?  We explore the legends surrounding this haunted location, revealing encounters that will leave you questioning the very fabric of the natural world. From ghostly sightings to unexplained phenomena, this story is not for the faint of heart!  Don't miss out on the spine-chilling details that have left even the bravest rangers in disbelief. Whether you're a fan of paranormal stories or just curious about the mysteries of Yosemite, this video is a must-watch!  Hit that subscribe button for more thrilling adventures and ghostly tales from the great outdoors!  #Yosemite #HauntedCabin #ParkRangers #GhostStories #Paranormal #NatureMysteries #ViralVideo

Coarsegold, California, welcomed us with its Gold Rush charm and forested beauty! A planned one-week stay at the 141-acre Park of the Sierras turned into three weeks filled with line dancing, Christmas lights, and unexpected challenges. Midway through a Christmas show, I collapsed on stage—cardiac arrest. Thanks to quick heroes with an AED, I'm here, recovering with a defibrillator and a grateful heart. Healing hasn't been easy, but moments like Yosemite's breathtaking Bridalveil and Yosemite Falls, a Christmas duet, and Oreo gingerbread houses brought joy through it all. Special thanks to the angels who saved me—you gave me a second chance to chase life's adventures. Here's to heartbeats, heroes, and the beauty of living.

Many of us like to take a walk in our favorite national park, whether it's a short stroll down one of the boardwalks at Yellowstone National Park, the hike to the top of Old Rag at Shenandoah National Park, or up the Mist Trail at Yosemite National Park, we like to get out and experience parks up close. As you might imagine, there are walks in the National Park System, and then there are walks. Kevin Fedarko and his photographic sidekick Pete McBride took one of those “other” hikes in Grand Canyon National Park. And it didn't initially go as planned. While Fedarko raised some serious blisters on his feet that required duct tape to protect, McBride almost needed a medical evacuation from the backcountry.  Still, the hike - or rather hikes - generated a compelling book from Fedarko titled, appropriately enough, “A Walk in the Park: The True Story of a Spectacular Misadventure in the Grand Canyon”.

In classic literature—and in soap operas, too—there are a lot of families who become lightning rods for misfortune. Sometimes it really strains your suspension of disbelief—like, come on, one family could never go through this much tragedy. But every now and then, a family just seems to be haunted by something sinister. From February through July of 1999, the bodies of four women turned up around Yosemite National Park in California—all brutally murdered and mutilated. The killer was a handsome, likable guy named Cary Stayner, who confessed to the four murders once they had him in custody, and is suspected of quite a few more. And during his confession, the investigators realized why his name had seemed familiar to them. Cary was the brother of Steven Stayner, kidnapped by a pedophile in 1972, forced to change his name to Dennis and held captive for years, until one night in 1980 when he walked into a police station and said, “I know my first name is Steven.” That case captured the world, with books and documentaries covering Steven's years-long ordeal and the courage of his escape. Now, nearly 20 years later, the Stayner family was once again in the throes of a nightmare. Would Cary have become a serial killer if his brother had never been kidnapped, or was that evil always lurking inside him? It's a Shakespearean tragedy of a story, and we'll be telling it in two parts. This is part one--the abduction of Steven Stayner.Big thanks to Mike Moran of the Confessional Podcast for doing much of the work/research on this one! Sources:All That's Interesting: https://allthatsinteresting.com/steven-staynerWikipedia: Kenneth ParnellThe Crime Reel: Part 1 of 2: Steven Stayner. The Troubled Lives of the Stayner BrothersCasefile (podcast): Ep. 154, Steven StaynerThis Is Monsters (podcast): The Story of Kenneth Parnell, the Kidnapping of Steven StaynerFollow us, campers!Patreon (join to get all episodes ad-free, at least a day early, an extra episode a month, and a free sticker!): https://patreon.com/TrueCrimeCampfirehttps://www.truecrimecampfirepod.com/Facebook: True Crime CampfireInstagram: https://gramha.net/profile/truecrimecampfire/19093397079Twitter: @TCCampfire https://twitter.com/TCCampfireEmail: truecrimecampfirepod@gmail.comMERCH! https://true-crime-campfire.myspreadshop.com

Andy Johnson is joined by a variety of Fried Egg Golf staff members at the company offsite for a discussion about what courses they're currently thinking about and where they're looking to go in 2025, as well as their favorite moment from pro golf in 2024. In this wide ranging episode, Matt Rouches, Garrett Morrison, Will Knights, Cameron Hurdus, PJ Clark, and Joseph LaMagna touch on courses such as Hay Harbor Club, TPC Sawgrass, and Talking Stick, travel locations including Yosemite National Park, northern Michigan, and Japan, pro golf moments from Todd Hamilton, Si Woo Kim, Bryson DeChambeau, and more.

Nach unserer Zeit in New York und Chicago sind Cari und Janusz mit dem Zug einmal queer durch die USA gefahren. Cari berichtet, was sie unterwegs und im Yosemite-Nationalpark erlebt haben. Manuel ist derweil in Mexiko und freut sich über eine Rückerstattung auf seiner Kreditkarte. Und natürlich sprechen wir über den Ausgang der US-Wahlen und deren Bedeutung für Deutschland und die Welt.   Transkript und Vokabelhilfe Werde ein Easy German Mitglied und du bekommst unsere Vokabelhilfe, ein interaktives Transkript und Bonusmaterial zu jeder Episode: easygerman.org/membership   Sponsoren Hier findet ihr unsere Sponsoren und exklusive Angebote: easygerman.org/sponsors   Intro Diagblo Valley College den Vogel abschießen (Wiktionary) Danke für nichts! (Easy German Podcast 410)   Darüber redet Deutschland: Wahl in den USA Interview Thomas Zimmer, Georgetown University (Lage der Nation 404)   Caris Corner: Zugreise durch die USA California Zephyr   Wichtige Vokabeln in dieser Episode die Regierungskrise: Politische Krise innerhalb der Regierung, die deren Fortbestand gefährdet in der Seele weh tun: Innerlich tief schmerzen, emotional belasten der Berglöwe: Großkatze, die in bergigen Regionen Amerikas lebt; auch bekannt als Puma oder Cougar (englisch: Mountain Lion) der Faustkampf: Kampf mit den Fäusten, ohne Waffen die Resignation: Aufgeben von Hoffnung oder Widerstand, oft nach Enttäuschung die Rechtschaffenheit: Ehrlichkeit und moralische Integrität der Personenkult: Übermäßige Verehrung oder Idealisierung einer Person sich beschissen fühlen: Sich sehr schlecht oder unwohl fühlen jemanden bescheißen: Jemanden betrügen oder täuschen   Support Easy German and get interactive transcripts, live vocabulary and bonus content: easygerman.org/membership

In our Mailbag! episodes, we answer questions from listeners about the national parks, ranger-led tours, road trips, hiking, camping, backpacking, gear, relationships, and pretty much whatever anyone wants to ask us. In this episode, we cover these topics: ·     An overview of recent national park news, ·     A discussion about our trip to Italy and our experience in the beautiful Dolomites, ·     Our opinion about what not to miss on a visit to Cuyahoga National Park, ·     Whether it's worth visiting Yosemite National Park in April or May, ·     Ideas for a family vacation in the Southwest during March or April, ·     And more! The best way to support our podcast is to become a member of our Patreon account. Follow this link to check it out.  Subscribe to The Dear Bob and Sue Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen, and if you've enjoyed our show, please leave us a review or rating on Apple Podcasts. Five-star ratings help other listeners find our show.  Follow us on Instagram at @mattandkarensmith, on Twitter at @mattandkaren, on Facebook at dearbobands, or check out our blog at www.mattandkaren.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices