In 2021, Lars Schou and Sahir Enriquez set out for a routine climb up Open Book in the Grand Tetons. What started off as a great day, though, quickly became something different. The following rescue that ensued was far from simple, no matter how seamless it appeared from those below.
In 1982 an incredible survival of 2 young boys occurred high on the slopes of Mount Washington.
Hugh Herr and Jeff Batzer were bracing for a storm, not knowing they were about to be in for the fight of their lives. While they survived, the story didn’t go without the loss of life, the sacrifice that all rescuers make, resulted in one not coming home. This is the other side of the story.
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The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.
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When a routine hike in New Mexico’s rugged Pecos Wilderness turns into a nightmare, Shannon Baruth and her loyal dog Annie find themselves hopelessly lost off-trail. With biting cold, rough terrain, and no clear path to safety, every step becomes a fight for survival. For four long days and nights, the pair endure the elements, relying only on grit, instinct, and their unbreakable bond to carry them forward.
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She was the only one still breathing.
High in the frozen wilderness near Mount Bradley, a small plane slammed into the mountainside in 1976—leaving 28-year-old Lauren Elder alone, injured, and stranded on a sheer cliff of ice and rock. No map. No food. No rescue in sight.
In this episode, you’ll step into Lauren’s boots as she faces an unthinkable fight for survival: clawing her way down a vertical mountainside, battling whiteout conditions, and pushing past the limits of human endurance. You’ll feel the fear, the isolation—and the impossible decisions she had to make to stay alive.
This isn’t just a survival story.
It’s a story about what happens when the world expects you to die… and you choose to live anyway.
Press play—and follow the footsteps of the woman who refused to disappear into the mountain.
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The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.
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Craig Kelly: a legendary snowboarder who influenced the shape of the sport we see today. He had an unmatched enthusiasm for sliding on the snow, and his joy in it emphasized his spirit in competition. Even once leaving the competition slopes, Craig was enthralled with the outdoors and the snow. Determined to become a back country guide, on his snowboard rather than skis, he pioneered the path for snowboarders all over the world today. In 2003, that path came to a sudden end when an avalanche broke look on the slopes of Durrand Glacier, and buried him, along with several others, under a dozen feet of snow.
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The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.
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Dr. Jane Goodall: A Revolution in Understanding Our World
In this episode, we explore the extraordinary life and legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall—trailblazing primatologist, environmental activist, and one of the most influential voices for our planet. From her groundbreaking work with wild chimpanzees in Gombe Stream National Park to her global advocacy for conservation and compassion, Dr. Goodall didn’t just reshape science—she changed how millions of people see themselves, animals, and the Earth we share.
We dive into the discoveries that challenged long-held scientific beliefs, the personal journey that fueled her unwavering hope, and the movement she inspired across generations. Whether you’re a longtime admirer or just discovering her work, this episode shines a light on the revolutionary spirit and gentle determination of a woman whose impact continues to ripple across the world.
Join us as we celebrate Dr. Jane Goodall’s remarkable contributions—and explore why her message of empathy, stewardship, and action matters now more than ever.
The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.
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These stories gave me chills, and there are many more like them out there. When Flight 401 crashed into the Everglades, it happened due to a tiny, simple mistake. And those who died were seen again.
In this bonus episode, some of the Darkcast Network come together to create a compilation of spooky stories just for you! Each episode is 5-15 minutes long and contains content from the shows:
Book of the Dead
Day by Day True Crime Stories
Missing in the PNW
Murder in the PNW
Mythical True Crime
POD of Terror
Beyond the Rainbow
Rogue Darkness
The Final Trace
The Bell Witch Podcast
And yours truly, Tragedy with a View.
Enjoy!
In May of 1980 there were many questions, theories and thoughts about what the smoking and rumbling Mount St Helens would do. Would it just release a poof of smoke? All that build up for nothing? Would it spew lava in a stream down its sides? creating a torrent of red, oranges and reds that spread like a scene out of the movies? Or would it blow its top? When the world learned what it did on May 18th, blowing its top was a more accurate description than anyone could imagine. 57 people died due to the eruption. In this episode of Tragedy with a View, you will hear of one of those who lost his life, and of a family who got lucky.
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The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.
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The 1920s—dubbed the Roaring Twenties—was a decade of dramatic social and cultural change in the United States. It was an era defined by jazz music, flapper fashion, booming industry, and a bold break from traditional norms. Cities grew rapidly, speakeasies flourished, and Prohibition—instituted by the 18th Amendment in 1920—made the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcohol illegal.
But far from curbing drinking, Prohibition fueled a surge in organized crime, smuggling, and violence. Even the most remote corners of the country weren’t spared, including the newly protected lands of the U.S. national parks.
In 1927, amidst this backdrop of national upheaval, James Alexander Cary, a park ranger at Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas, became the first national park ranger to be murdered in the line of duty.
The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.
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October 2, 1999. The day is etched in the boy’s father’s mind. He’s wearing blue sweat pants, a pull over and white tennis shoes. He is sitting in the back seat of a car, and just before it pulls away, Jaryd looks at this father with big, innocent brown eyes. He blinks once before saying “I love you too daddy.” And this is the last time Allyn Atadero sees his son alive again.
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In the early morning hours of a crisp August morning, the calm start night was disrupted when screams pierced the air. Those screams painted a picture of terror, for two young women were at the mercy of hungry Grizzly bears.
Glacier National Park would forever change from the events, while rangers were out putting out fires, two groups would be sent into two separate locations to hunt down two separate grizzlies who killed two women only hours apart.
This is Night of the Grizzlies.
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The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.
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In 2005, Greg and Matt Matthew’s sat themselves in the Alaskan brush, bow in hand. Matt had a moose call, and as hours turned into days they were just waiting for their opportunity to bring home a prize. And the prize was a freezer full of meat to help feed Matt’s family. What they hadn’t expected was to, instead, find themselves in a life or death situation, which led to Greg’s Wild Awakening.
In this episode, Ky from Love and murder joins me- be sure to check her out!
Check out Wild Awakening by Greg Matthews for a more in depth telling of this event that altered the course of his life.
The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.
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What is life without close calls with disaster? Well, we dive into the very topic in this episode and exactly how different it can be for each person.
When Trish and Trevor were violently attacked by a grizzly bear on the trails, they found themselves with very different experiences when it came to recovery, and life after the attack.
While Trevor seemed to flourish, Trish had a harder time looking at her reflection in the mirror- a reflection she no longer recognized.
In this episode, Carmita from Missing in the PNW joins me in hearing about the area, about the attack, and the strength that Patrica Van Tighem displays even though she is no longer present in the physical world.
The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.
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A father's love is often described as a powerful, guiding force, a foundational support for dreams, and a source of unwavering protection and belief. His love is emphasized by his actions, his love being a legacy that lasts forever, and his presence being a gift that shapes a child's life.
It is his very actions that can quite literally save his children’s life. Join me, Daniella and Maegan from Off The Trails to hear the heroic story of Aaron Gibbons and his fight to save his daughters from a polar bear.
The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.
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With frostbitten fingers, Nigel Vardy clicked the bottons on his radio, desperate to relay the message that yes, they need help. They need a rescue. Behind him, his climbing partners hunkered inside of an ice cave trying to stay warm near the summit of Denali.
Come the morning light, thought, they would find that they just might have to rescue themselves.
This is the story of how Nigel Vardy, Steve Ball and Anthony Hollingshead found themselves to survive North America’s tallest mountain.
The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.
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Stranded for nearly 28 hours with a fractured back, broken nose, and crushed pelvis, Amber faced the desolate reality of her situation. With no cell service, she used her phone to take a final photo and write goodbye notes to her family. But what she did next is a testament to the indomitable human spirit.
We'll explore the details of her ordeal: the moment she lost her footing on a cliff, the agonizing hours she spent waiting for rescue, and the sheer will it took to survive. Discover how the owners of the local inn where she was staying became concerned and were instrumental in initiating the search that ultimately led to her rescue. We'll also discuss her long road to recovery, the physical therapy that helped her get back on her feet, and how this life-altering event reshaped her perspective, turning her into a stronger person and a more compassionate nurse.
This is a story not just about a fall, but about getting back up again.
In 2005, four young adults made a fateful decision that would end their lives. They had no warnings, no bad experiences- just tales of exploration and curiosity.
Welcome back to Tragedy with a View.
The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.
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In 1845, the Copper Rush brought a slew of opportunities to those in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. It brought them life changing riches, incredibly hard work, and opportunities to better their families for generations.
For Charlie and Angelique Mott, that same opportunity showed them betrayal, starvation, death, and a ghostly reckoning that keeps showing up.
Welcome back to Tragedy with a View.
The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.
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The stories of attacks by wild wolves are few and far between. Between wolves natural instinct to avoid humans, and humans uncanny fear of them, contact between a wild wolf and a person rarely comes to love.
but it does happen, and today’s episode focuses on one of the few who were not just attacked, but killed.
Welcome back to Tragedy with a View.
The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.
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