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Crime Off The Grid

Crime Off The Grid
Yellowstone National Park
Domestic Violence
National Park Service
Law Enforcement
Yosemite National Park
Stalking
Rocky Mountain National Park
Glacier National Park
Murder
Child Abuse
FBI
True Crime
Shenandoah National Park
Oconee National Forest
Ozark National Scenic Riverway
Bear Attacks
US Forest Service
National Parks
California
Human Trafficking

Crime Off the Grid is a podcast with true crime stories from our National Parks, National Forests, and other wild places. The hosts, Tara and Nancy, bring over 30 years of experience each working as law enforcement rangers in National Parks and National Forests (in Nancy's case). Our guests are rangers, investigators, prosecutors, victim specialists, and other first responders who have dedicated t... more

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In the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, two USFS biologists were just doing their job conducting research at Gumboot Lake, when a man carrying an AR-15 appears and takes them hostage. The largest multi-agency response in that area occurred to bring th... more

In the news for July 2026, an attempted kidnapping of a trail runner in a NC National Forest; a man charged with harassing and injuring an endangered species in Hawaii; removal of an illegal camper who literally trashed the forest; the possible foul ... more

Prolific serial killer, Israel Keyes, is often remembered for the murder that led to his capture in Alaska. But years before his arrest, he lived on Washington's remote Olympic Peninsula, worked in Neah Bay, and, according to the FBI, may have murder... more

An anniversary hike. A 1,200-foot fall. A case ruled an accident for nearly two decades. When new evidence surfaced, investigators reopened the death of Bernadette Vander Meer and charged her husband with murder. We break down the affidavit, reveal i... more

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Recent Guests

Alice Seebecker
longtime ranger, guest on Ranger Tales edition
Former National Park/Forest Ranger
Episode: From the Ranger Vault: Crater Lake National Park - KABOOM!
Brian Fields
Retired federal law enforcement officer with extensive NPS/USFS background
Former federal law enforcement, US Forest Service
Episode: RANGER TALES; Arapaho & Roosevelt NF Pawnee Nat'l Grasslands
Robert Lester
Former park ranger; deputy undersheriff; bear-focused wildlife program experience
Yellowstone area law enforcement
Episode: Ranger Tales; Yellowstone's Bob the Bear
Loren Good
Former ranger with 30+ years of law enforcement experience in wild places
Idaho Falls area/ranger program
Episode: From the Ranger Vault- Henry's Fork of the Snake River: The Crisco Kid
Mike Harden
Recently retired park ranger and special agent with the National Park Service
National Park Service
Episode: Yellowstone NP; Ranger Tales with Mike
Paul Willard
Former US Forest Service employee with 30+ years of service; archaeologist, recreation manager, and district ranger
U.S. Forest Service
Episode: Boise National Forest; Ranger Tales
Gary Moses
National award-winning veteran ranger with the National Park Service
National Park Service
Episode: Glacier National Park; A Grizzly Attack on the Edge
John Tillerson
Former park ranger and online influencer
parkrangerjohn.com
Episode: Ranger Tales: Park Ranger John
Kristin Smith
Former Park Ranger with extensive experience in law enforcement and currently a tax analyst at H&R Block
H&R Block
Episode: Yellowstone National Park; Ranger Tales: Not Above the Law

Hosts

Tara
Host of Crime Off The Grid
Nancy
Host of Crime Off The Grid

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 263 ratings
  • Favorite podcast!

    Just found this podcast and I am bummed that my binge listening is over and I am all caught up.

    Thank you ladies! Great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rose Cottage
    United States4 months ago
  • Crime Off the Grid

    Wow! As a retired interp ranger and of wife of law enforcement ranger, I'm hooked on this podcast! So many stories! So much fellowship among rangers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ranger Anna
    United States5 months ago
  • Best podcast

    This is my favourite podcast :) the hosts are so knowledgeable and I love the unique perspective and inside scoop from national parks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hhfydfutxurxx
    Canada7 months ago
  • Terrible Audio

    I can’t listen to this podcast because the audio quality is so bad. You have to turn up the volume to hear one host who barely registers. Then the other host talks and it is too loud. They also hit the microphone on occasion. I was excited about the subject matter, but can’t tolerate the terrible production quality.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    outtamyelement
    United States7 months ago
  • Fun and informative!

    I love this podcast! The hosts are awesome, super knowledgeable, and funny. Good mix of humor and spine tingling tales, and they cover cases I have literally never heard of. I usually prefer the true crime stories on podcasts like this, but the ranger tales are a fascinating behind the scenes peek and do a great job of breaking up the drama. Also as a solo female hiker, I love when they give tips on how to stay safe in the wild. I’ll never feel good about using a pit toilet again (ep 2)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    black_roses
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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Production quality is praised, though some notice audio issues in a few episodes.
Strong sense of camaraderie between hosts is a highlight.
Shows offer a compelling mix of case detail and safety guidance.
Guests are consistently knowledgeable and add credibility.
Listeners praise deep ranger insight and engaging storytelling.

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#185
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Talking Points

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RANGER TALES; Arapaho & Roosevelt NF Pawnee Nat'l Grasslands
Q: What was the most surprising aspect of the horseback ticket incident?
The distance from Brainerd Lake to downtown Denver, the number of horses, and the fact that the offender willingly traveled such a long way to pay a ticket, which demonstrated the unusual and logistical quirks of enforcing at public venues.
RANGER TALES; Arapaho & Roosevelt NF Pawnee Nat'l Grasslands
Q: How did you handle living-on-the-forest situations with offenders who had to report to authorities but used the forest as a residence?
We explained the regulations clearly, set reasonable timelines to remove belongings, and coordinated with families and deputies to ensure safety, ultimately addressing the occupancy issue and moving the person off the forest.
Ranger Tales: Park Ranger John
Q: Can you tell us a little more about parkrangerjohn.com?
John started the website as an outlet to write about his experiences and has published around a thousand articles, reaching over a million people yearly.
Glacier National Park; A Grizzly Attack on the Edge
Q: How were the victims rescued after the attack?
Rescuers used a helicopter to short haul the victims to safety due to the challenging terrain of the incident location.
Crime Off the Grid Meets Locations Unknown
Q: What are your thoughts on the intersection of true crime and the outdoors?
The hosts believe it creates a unique storytelling experience, tapping into the psychological aspects of survival and mystery.

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This show features veteran rangers and investigators sharing firsthand accounts from wild places, focusing on off-grid crimes, search-and-rescue moments, and interagency cooperation. Episodes blend vivid on-scene storytelling with practical safety tips, legal context, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from National Parks and Forest Service operations. A standout aspect is the intimate, veteran-host dynamic and guest roster of seasoned law enforcement professionals, which creates a trusted, insider view of wilderness justice and protection of vulnerable people and wildlife alike.

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1. Locations Unknown
2. National Park After Dark
3. Off the Trails
4. Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks
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1. Alice Seebecker
2. Brian Fields
3. Robert Lester
4. Loren Good
5. Mike Harden
6. Paul Willard
7. Gary Moses
8. John Tillerson

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