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Survival
Mental Health
Search and Rescue
California
Grand Canyon
Yosemite National Park
Missing Persons
Mount Everest
Hypothermia
Chelsea Grimm
Social Media
Arizona
Hiking Trails
Hiking
Dehydration
Parenting In the Wilderness
Matthew Greene
Faked Deaths
Tom Mullarkey
Colorado

So many of us venture into nature seeking serenity, solitude and adventure, but some unlucky ones find misfortune instead. We're here to share these stories. Grab your pack and join us as we go off the trails. Join Danielle and Maegan each week for stories of mystery and misadventure in the great outdoors.Presented by Unknown Media

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes178Founded3 years ago
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We’ve officially made our way through the 2023 and 2024 Sunday Scaries archives, which means we’re getting closer to this year’s brand-new episodes. But first, we’re headed back to 2025, where our first episode takes us through some spooky stories se... more

In June of 2015, a family traveled from New Mexico into the mountains of southern Arizona for what was supposed to be a quiet Father’s Day weekend camping trip. But shortly after arriving, one member of the family disappeared during a walk that shoul... more

We’ve officially made it to the final Sunday Scary from our 2024 archives, and for this one, Danielle and I had a special guest joining us- our friend Kayla from the podcast Tragedy With A View.

Together, the three of us are heading onto some seriou... more

In today’s episode, we’re diving into some beautiful bodies of water with histories that are a little darker than their scenery might suggest.

We’ll hear about a heartbroken woman said to haunt Long Island’s largest lake, a spot in New Hampshire whe... more

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Hosts

Danielle
Host of the show; involved in guiding exploration, interviews, and episode narrative across years.
Maegan
Co-host guiding discussion, framing segments, and sharing episode context with a natural rapport.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 371 ratings
  • Minimal banter, which is nice. Well researched & both women are good orators.

    Podchaser
    5
    kimperpete
    22 days ago
  • Sound quality

    The podcast’s sound quality has improved and the stories are interesting. But the conversation between the hosts tends to be off topic and excessive. Danielle repeatedly made fun of a boy’s name (“Hub”) in an episode about a missing child. Just unnecessary.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    PodcastListener-2020
    United Statesa month ago
  • Men only stories…

    Every episode is saturated with victim blaming with the hosts hyper focusing and over criticizing on a single mistake, some mistakes are those nearly all experiences outdoors people make. The hosts also put in a good amount of time talking about how they absolutely under any circumstances never make a mistake in he wilderness. They also don’t take the time to even look up basic info they should know for doing this type of podcast. For example, in one episode they can’t fathom how a hunter gets a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MistressFallon
    United States3 months ago
  • Good work!

    I really enjoy the podcast. The only drawback is the baby talk (impor “ant”), that I suppose may disappear as the trend changes.

    Definitely more tolerable than the vocal fry.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Rose Cottage
    United States3 months ago
  • Too much chatting

    Please just tell the story. We dont want to hear you chat.

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    Twin mom 1654087
    United States4 months ago

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Fans appreciate respectful handling of sensitive cases and practical safety tips.

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Two longtime hosts share narrative-driven true crime and mystery stories set in outdoor settings, pairing meticulous case details with their banter and practical takeaways for hikers and adventurers. Episodes often explore disappearances and unresolved mysteries in wilderness areas, weaving eyewitness accounts, safety lessons, and community impact into a thoughtful, conversational format. Standout elements include a strong emphasis on preparedness, credible storytelling, and guest-driven context around park histories and search-and-rescue operations, which helps listeners assess risk and preparedness for real-world outdoor experiences.

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