Locations Unknown

October 14th, 2006, 8 year old Samuel Boehlke and his father Kenneth were staying at the Diamond Lake Resort 9 miles from Crater Lake National Park. Sammy and his father decided to take a drive into Crater Lake and stop at the Cleetwood Cove Overlook to take in the beauty of the park. About a quarter mile east of the Cleetwood Cove trail Samuel and his dad parked, got out of their car, and began walking towards the Lake. After a few minutes of walking, 8 year old Sammy crossed the road and ran off into the woods. Seeing his son run into the woods, Ken chased after him, but to his shock, when he got to the woods Samuel had vanished never to be seen or heard from again. How could Samuel had gone missing so fast? What caused him to run into the woods? Join us this week as we piece together the mysterious disappearance of Samuel Boehlke. Correction- In the episode we incorrectly stated he went missing on October 6th, 2006 when he actually went missing October 14th, 2006. You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

Episode 15 - our interview with two of Arvin Nelson's close friends is live! Listen directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/e/ep-15-the-arvin-nelson-interview/ Or download and listen to our show on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Google Play, or on any of the major podcast networks. On August 6th 2014, Arvin Nelson hiked into Big Sur State Park, along California's coast, never to be heard from again. In episode 5, we discussed the location and his disappearance in detail. We recommend listening to episode 5 before this interview so you have a better understanding of the case. Episode 5 can be found here (https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/e/ep-5-arvin-nelson-big-sur-state-park/) or wherever you listen to podcasts. In this interview, Mike discusses the case with two close friends of Arvin, Jay O'Rear & Jason Challas, both of whom have spent many years hiking with Arvin. Topics ranged from new details about the location where Arvin went missing to a more in depth look at Arvin the person. Much of what was discussed in this interview hasn't been discussed publicly before and really helps paint a better picture of what happened to Arvin. While the case remains a mystery to this day, this interview has helped us narrow down possible theories on his disappearance. You can also listen at: Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/locations-unknown Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xiTFKN2wIklgX68EqkHc2 iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locations-unknown/id1445322806 You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

October 2018 - Connie Johnson, a former U.S. Forest Service wilderness ranger in Idaho, had the experience and training to navigate the backcountry solo and even survive if needed. After retiring from the Forest Service, Connie worked as a camp cook for Richie Outfitters in the area around Fog Mountain. On October 2nd, 2018 a hunting party Connie was cooking for set out on their hunt in the early morning. Although the hunting party was in radio contact with Connie the next day, transmissions were not clear, and this would be the last time anyone would ever see or hear Connie. When the hunting party returned on October 5th, both Connie and her dog were gone. Join us this week as we investigate the case of Connie Johnson and the bizarre incident that occured nearby that could be potentially linked to her disappearance. We would like to thank our sponsors for this episode; Versiti and Verdure Versiti Blood Centers bring people together through the lifesaving gift of blood donation. Versiti provides blood to the community hospitals where you live and work. The blood donation process takes about one hour, and the blood collection itself only takes about 10 minutes. Make sure your community has enough blood by donating at Versiti Blood Centers. Learn more about Versiti’s life saving mission, find a blood drive or donor center near you, and schedule your next appointment at Versiti.org. Verdure CBD offers only the highest-quality CBD products for relaxation, rejuvenation, and concentration. In addition to topicals, edibles, and flower. Verdure has a wide variety of skincare products and CBD for your pets as well. Check them out on Facebook or on their website at verdurecbd.com. Also, be sure to take advantage of a special 10% for our listeners with promo code Unknown10 at checkout. You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

Throughout history, tales have been told of secretive groups operating in the shadows of society, controlling every aspect of daily life. Wild conspiracy theories, ranging from hiding the existence of aliens to the assassination of political leaders, have been tied to these groups. But is any of it true? Why are so many prominent figures from history tied to these groups? Join us this week as we investigate some of the most infamous secret societies throughout the ages. Want to call into the show and leave us a message? Now you can! Call 208-391-6913 and leave Locations Unknown a voice message and we may air it on a future message! Bant to help the show out and get even more Locations Unknown content! For as little as $1 a month, you can become a Patron of Locations Unknown and get access to special Patreon only episode, free swag, swag contests, your picture on our supporter wall of fame, our Patreon only Discord Server, and discounts to our upcoming Locations Unknown Store! Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page.https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown New Patreon Shoutout: Kate Maher, Jordan Calderon, Nick & Steph Dementiev, Stacy Sanchez, Ashley & Bowie Bibbo, Anthony Calzada, Nick Imbery. You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

December 26th, 1900, on a remote island off of the western shore of Scotland, a small ship was making its way towards the island’s lighthouse with Joseph Moore. Moore, a replacement lighthouse keeper, was rowing ashore to take his post. When he reached the lighthouse, the previous crew stationed there was gone. The only evidence left behind was an eerie logbook of events leading up to their disappearance. What happened to the seasoned crew stationed at the lighthouse? Join us this week as we investigate the mystery of Eilean Mor and the events that have become the basis for stories and legends for over a century. You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

Episode 22 - Keith Parkins - Ritter Oregon is live!!! Listen directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/e/ep-22-keith-parkins-ritter-oregon/ On April 10th, 1952, 2 year old Keith Parkins was playing with his older brothers on a cattle ranch in Ritter, Oregon. While playing near a barn on the property, his older brothers headed back for lunch, leaving Keith at the barn. When his mother realized Keith hadn’t returned with his brothers they headed for the barn to find him. To their shock Keith had vanished without a trace. Join us this week as we discuss the strange disappearance of Keith Parkins and the bizarre facts surrounding this case. You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

October 5th, 2018, Terrence Woods, a freelance filmmaker, was working with a production company, filming a reality show at Penman mine in Western Idaho. While the crew was wrapping up, Terrence jumped off a cliff and sprinted into the thick mountain forest stunning the entire crew. Before anyone could respond, Terrence had disappeared without a trace. What caused Terrence to run into the wilderness? Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Terrence Woods. Become a Patron of Locations Unknown for as little as a $1 a month to get access to additional Patreon only Current Event episodes and Locations Unknown Swag! https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

America, a melting pot filled with diverse cultures, beautiful natural wonders, and a historic sense of exploration. Among the vast beauty of our wilderness, there also lies a more sinister side. Throughout the ages, a haunting collection of nightmares and tales of the unexplainable have been passed down generation to generation. Stories of bloodthirsty creatures lurking in the dark, strange lights in the night sky, and vengeful ghouls forever cursed to wander haunted forests. These are the stories that give us pause while hiking in remote areas of the country, and fill our heads with dread before falling asleep in our tents at night. On this weeks episode, we discuss ghostly sounds from Wood Island, the many horrors of Turnbull Canyon, and the strange sightings of "The Hairy Many of The Vergas Trails." The sponsor of this weeks episode is - Payoff.com. Payoff.com helps people get out from high interest debt by consolidating into a low APR personal loan. A Payoff Loan is a personal loan, backed by member-centric credit unions, designed to help you pay off your credit cards. With rates as low as 5.99% APR, and loan amounts up to $35,000--with no hidden fees-- And personal customer service support from Payoff to help you reach your financial goals. To learn more, visit https://payoff.com/LocationsUnknown You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

May 1983, 54-year-old Jessie Hoover set off on a trip from her home in Texas, traveling to Maine, where she planned to hike a remote section of the Appalachian Trail called the 100 Mile Wilderness. After failing to check in for almost two months, her family notified the authorities who spent weeks looking for her. Ultimately, no clues were ever found and this case has remained a mystery for over 38 years. Join us this week as we investigate the only open missing persons case on the Appalachian Trail, The disappearance of Jessie Hoover. Want to call into the show and leave us a message? Now you can! Call 208-391-6913 and leave Locations Unknown a voice message and we may air it on a future message! Want to help the show out and get even more Locations Unknown content! For as little as $1 a month, you can become a Patron of Locations Unknown and get access to special Patreon only episode, free swag, swag contests, your picture on our supporter wall of fame, our Patreon only Discord Server, and discounts to our upcoming Locations Unknown Store! Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page. (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown) New Patreon Shoutout: Bill Lampert, Ladona Nienow, & Nick Mischo! You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

On July 25th, 1981, 14 year old Stacy Arras along with 8 others went horseback riding in Yosemite National Park. After a long day of riding the group stopped at the Sunrise High Sierra Camp for the night. Stacy told her father she was going on a short hike to take pictures. This was the last time anyone would see Stacy. Adding to the mystery, three others have disappeared under strange circumstances near the area where Stacey went missing. Why have so many people disappeared in this area? Join us this week, as we investigate the mysterious disappearance of Stacy Arras and the three others who have gone missing. The sponsor of this weeks episode is - Payoff Payoff.com helps people get out from high interest debt by consolidating into a low APR personal loan. A Payoff Loan is a personal loan, backed by member-centric credit unions, designed to help you pay off your credit cards. With rates as low as 5.99% APR, and loan amounts up to $35,000--with no hidden fees-- And personal customer service support from Payoff to help you reach your financial goals. To learn more, visit http://payoff.com/LocationsUnknown You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

On February 24th, 1978 a group of five adults set out from Yuba City California heading north to Chico to watch a college basketball game. After the conclusion of the game, the five men were to return to Yuba City, where they had a basketball tournament the next day. What unfolded next in the following days and weeks is shocking and unexplainable. Instead of driving back to Chico, their car was found abandoned, deep in the Plumas National Forest on a high mountain dirt road, more than 50 miles in the wrong direction near the Rogers Cow Camp site. Searchers attempted to find the missing men, but hampered by severe weather, the search was called off after only a few days. Months later, a group of motorcyclists made a grizzly discovery, almost 20 miles deeper into the forest, near a Forest Service trailer used used by backpackers for shelter. Adding to the mystery, several locals claimed to have seen the missing men after their disappearance, with one man claiming to have experienced a very eerie, almost paranormal sighting near the location of the abandoned car. What caused the five men to drive into the Forest that night? Why did they abandon their car and hike deeper into the forest? Was someone or something chasing them? Join us this week as we try to figure out what happened to the Yuba City Five. This episode is brought to you by Verdure (https://verduremed.com/) , a company that strives to offer only the highest quality and locally sourced CBD products all made in the USA. Become a Patron of Locations Unknown for as little as a $1 a month to get access to additional Patreon only Current Event episodes and Locations Unknown Swag! https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

Episode 27 - The Mystery Surrounding Area 51 is live! This is our last episode of Season 2 and the summer! Don't worry, we'll be back in September with a whole new lineup of cases and some exciting guest interviews! Deep in the Nevada desert lies a location that’s been at the center of dozens of conspiracy theories since the 1940’s. Stories of Alien autopsies, reverse engineered alien spacecraft, and the faking of the 1969 moon landing are talked about to this day. This is a location so secret, it wasn’t officially acknowledged by the government until 2013, 58 years after it was established. Stepping foot inside its perimeter or flying into its airspace can result in death. Join us this week as we try to unravel the mystery and intrigue surrounding Area 51. The sponsor of this weeks episode is - Payoff Payoff.com helps people get out from high interest debt by consolidating into a low APR personal loan. A Payoff Loan is a personal loan, backed by member-centric credit unions, designed to help you pay off your credit cards. With rates as low as 5.99% APR, and loan amounts up to $35,000--with no hidden fees-- And personal customer service support from Payoff to help you reach your financial goals. To learn more, visit http://payoff.com/LocationsUnknown You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

The Pacific Crest Trail, a trail that spans over 2,600 miles along the west coast of the United States, attracts hikers from all over the world. Taking almost 5 months to complete, finishing the PCT is a feat very few have achieved. Along the way, hikers experience the burning heat of the Mojave desert, the stunning snow capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, and the tranquil beauty of the Northwest’s temperate rain forests. However, the PCT has a more mysterious side. In recent years, a string of unsolved disappearances have puzzled those who live near and hike the trail. Join us this week as we investigate several disappearances on the PCT and try to piece together what happened. Thank you to all our new Patreon supporters - shout out to Neal Brophy, Mikhail Usov, Raul Gutierrez, Watson, Jamie Blackwell, Kate Thackery, & Lauren Beames. We will be upgrading our Patreon offerings to include swag. Stay Tuned for more details. You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

October 2nd, 1999, 3-year-old Jaryd Atadero, his 6-year-old sister Jocelyn, and 11 other adults were hiking The Big South Trail near Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. While hiking, Jaryd ran ahead, no more than 100 feet and stopped to talk with some fisherman. After his brief time, Jaryd continued down the trail ahead of the group. This would be the last time anyone saw Jaryd. In the following days, a massive Search and Rescue operation failed to turn up any evidence of Jaryd. Join us this week as we piece together the tragic disappearance of Jaryd Atadero and the discovery years later that deepened the mystery. We would like to thank Podcorn for sponsoring this episode. Explore sponsorship opportunities and start monetizing your podcast with Podcorn by signing up here: https://podcorn.com/podcasters/ You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

America, a melting pot filled with diverse cultures, beautiful natural wonders, and a historic sense of exploration. Among the vast beauty of our wilderness, there also lies a more sinister side. Throughout the ages, a haunting collection of nightmares and tales of the unexplainable have been passed down generation to generation. Stories of bloodthirsty creatures lurking in the dark, strange lights in the night sky, and vengeful ghouls forever cursed to wander haunted forests. These are the stories that give us pause while hiking in remote areas of the country, and fill our heads with dread before falling asleep in our tents at night. This is a multi-part series which we will revisit later this spring! We would like to thank @Podcornfm & the RuckUp Podcast Podcast for sponsoring this episode! Explore sponsorship opportunities and start monetizing your podcast with Podcorn by signing up here: https://podcorn.com/podcasters/ To listen and learn more about the RuckUp Podcast visit https://ruckupmedia.com/ or search for the RuckUp Podcast on your favorite podcast app! You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

Sept 13th, 1990 - Biff and Cindi Bowen were at the halfway point of their 2,144 mile hike down the Appalachian Trail, when the couple stopped for supplies in Duncannon, Pennsylvania, before their trek up nearby Cove Mountain. The two planned to spend the night in a three-sided log shelter along the trail. As the couple hiked down an incline behind the shelter, Biff sensed that “Something was wrong,”. He was so overcome with an uneasy sense of dread that he positioned his hiking pole as a weapon before walking around the cabins open side. On the open side of the cabin, the couple found supplies frantically scattered around the murdered bodies of two hikers. The Bowens walked onto the scene of a grisly double murder. The victims, two experienced hikers—Molly LaRue, 25, of Shaker Heights, Ohio, and her boyfriend, Geoffrey Hood, 26, of Signal Mountain, Tennessee. Hood had been shot multiple times with a .22 caliber revolver. LaRue had been tied up, tortured, raped and stabbed eight times in the neck and upper back. Join us this week as we investigate the case of Hood and LaRue. Join us in Episode 17 for part 2 of "Murder on the Appalachian Trail", where we wrap up the case of Hood & LaRue. Become a Patron of Locations Unknown for as little as a $1 a month to get access to additional Patreon only Current Event episodes and Locations Unknown Swag! https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

On September 13th, 1990 - The grisly murders of Geoffery Hood and Molly LaRue rocked the Appalachian Trail community and the Nation. In part 1 we covered the multiple characters who interacted with Molly and Goeff as well as the timeline that brought them to the Thelma Marks shelter on Cove Mountain. Unknown to the couple, they were about to cross paths with a deranged psychopath. Join us this week as we continue the case of Hood and LaRue. You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

On June 14th 2020, Erika Llyod set off on a pandemic road trip to Joshua Tree National Park, where she planned to camp. After she failed to check in with family for several days, she was declared missing on June 17th. Adding to the mystery, her vandalized car was found a day earlier by law enforcement on a highway near the park. Over the next several months, friends, family, and law enforcement continued searching for Erika with no luck. Strangely, during this search a shocking discovery was made relating to another missing persons case in the area. What happened to Erika and her car? Are the two cases related to each other? Join us this week as we try to piece together what happened to Erika Lloyd. As this is an ongoing case - if we got anything wrong or learn of new information we'll be sure to update everyone in a future episode. The family of Erika urge anyone with information on this case or her whereabouts to call the We Tip Line at 1-800-782-7463. You can also stay up to date on the search efforts by visiting the Bring Erika Home Facebook Page. Thank you to our new Patron's this episode: Jamie Chapple, Erin Fitzpatrick, Mufuliu Okunade, Hope Rassier, Brandie Sanchez, Nena Serafum, & Anna Pesnell.. Special thank you to listener Megan Gross for sending us this case idea! Become a Patron of Locations Unknown for as little as a $1 a month to get access to additional Patreon only Current Event episodes, Locations Unknown Swag, and our Locations Unknown Discord server. https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

On June 11, 1998, 38-year-old Jonathan Aujay traveled into the Devil’s Punchbowl Natural Area, northeast of downtown Los Angeles in the Antelope Valley, to go for a trial run. Many witnesses report seeing Jonathan that day, however, he never returned home. Join us this week as we investigate what happened to Deputy Jonathan Aujay and a possible conspiracy that points to his disappearance. The sponsor of this weeks episode is - Payoff.com. Payoff.com helps people get out from high interest debt by consolidating into a low APR personal loan. A Payoff Loan is a personal loan, backed by member-centric credit unions, designed to help you pay off your credit cards. With rates as low as 5.99% APR, and loan amounts up to $35,000--with no hidden fees-- And personal customer service support from Payoff to help you reach your financial goals. To learn more, visit http://payoff.com/LocationsUnknown This episodes shutout goes to Neal Brophy for supporting the show through Patreon. You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

On October 9th, 2020, Sam Dubal set out on an overnight solo hike in Mount Rainier National Park. As an experienced and prepared hiker, he planned to do a quick one day hike of the Mother Mountain Loop, expecting to finish on October 10th. When he hadn’t returned by October 12th, he was reported missing and a large search and rescue mission kicked off. Join us this week as we investigate the puzzling disappearance of Sam Dubal and the extensive search that followed. Become a Patron of Locations Unknown for as little as a $1 a month to get access to additional Patreon only Current Event episodes and Locations Unknown Swag! https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown Thank you to our new Patron's this episode: Stephanie King & Ashley Griffiths. You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

America, a melting pot filled with diverse cultures, beautiful natural wonders, and a historic sense of exploration. Among the vast beauty of our wilderness, there also lies a more sinister side. Throughout the ages, a haunting collection of nightmares and tales of the unexplainable have been passed down generation to generation. Stories of a prehistoric bull-horned creature terrorizing a small town, a hidden village of dwarves where trespassers are captured and forced to live among them, and a bridge haunted by a dead bride keep us up at night. Join us this week as we dive into some of the stranger urban legends from our home state of Wisconsin. As a bonus, towards the end of the episode we discuss two other haunting mysteries related to Wisconsin, the Slender Man & the Smiley Face murder theory. Shoutout to the Wisconsin band Sunspot for letting us play their Haunchyville song for the outro of this episode. Sunspot has shared the stage with Saving Abel, Smash Mouth, Black Stone Cherry, Third Eye Blind, AWOL Nation, and Tantric. They've also had music placements on the TV show Expedition Unknown with Josh Gates. Visit http://sunspotuniverse.com/ to learn more about Sunspot! You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

UFO’s have been the topic of pop culture ever since the first reported encounter. The idea that aliens exist and have been visiting us is exciting and terrifying. Stories about abductions, encounters, and political interactions have been in the headlines for decades and the subject of countless pop culture hits. However, the recent release of classified government documents and videos is leading to more widespread speculation about what might be coming next. Why is the government releasing this information now? Could they be preparing us for something? Join us this week as we discuss the most recent UFO revelations and if we could be nearing a breakthrough in uncovering the truth. Want to help the show out and get even more Locations Unknown content! For as little as $1 a month, you can become a Patron of Locations Unknown and get access to special Current Event episodes exclusive to Patreon. Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page. (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown) New Patron Shout outs: Elise Bennett, Tina M, Ciara Williams, Colleen Harrigan Meisenholder, Stephen Gardiner, Zach Phipps, Michelle King, Colin Jones. You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

July 19th, 1991, 13 year old Jared Negrete was on an overnight backpacking trip with the Boy Scouts in the San Bernardino National Forest in Southern California. On a hike to the summit of Mt. San Gorgonio, Jared fell behind the group and was asked to stay behind and wait. The group planned to get Jared on the way down but Jared was gone. The only item recovered during the search was a disposable camera with an eerie partial selfie of Jared’s face at night. To help describe the search effort, we sat down with Rick Maschek, a SAR member formerly with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Desert Rescue Squad, who spent over a week searching for Jared in 1991. Join us this week as we try to piece together what happened to Jared Negrete. Sponsors of today's episode: Milwaukee Pretzel Company: Visit their online store at milwaukeepretzel.com for a variety of pretzel sizes, gift boxes and of course, my favorite, the famous 1lb Bavarian Beast soft pretzel. Milwaukee Pretzel will ship nationwide – even to Hawaii. MKE Pretzel has extended a special coupon code for all Location Unknown listeners. Just use the code UNKOWN20 at checkout to receive 20% off of your order – specific terms may apply. Made-For-TV Movie Club Podcast: A comedy podcast that reviews tv movies from the 70’s, 80’s, & 90’s. Each episode takes listeners down memory lane with reviews of classic tv movies through the lens of humor and an eye for the fashions of the time. Never seen the movie? Don’t worry, the hosts cover each movie from beginning to end. Join the club today by subscribing and listening to the show on your favorite podcast app. The Made for TV Movie Club Podcast is available on all the major podcast networks including; Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Radio Republic, Pocket Casts, Breaker, and many more. Find the Made for TV Movie Club Podcast at: Website: https://made-for-tvmovieclub.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MFTVMovieClubPodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/made_for_tv_movie_club_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TVMovieClubPod1 Thief Bikepacking: Thief Bikepacking is a Canadian company that specializes in making bags for Bikepacking, touring, commuting, and plain old riding. Bikepacking is a more off road version of traditional cycle touring with different types of bags for carrying all the gear you would normally carry backpacking. For a limited time, listeners of Locations Unknown can get 10% on their purchase by using the code “locations” at checkout. To learn more about Thief Bikepacking and to take advantage of their offer visit www.thiefbikepacking.com. You can also find them here on Facebook & Instagram. Want to advertise on the podcast? Visit the following link to learn more. Advertise on Locations Unknown Want to help the show out and get even more Locations Unknown content! For as little as $1 a month, you can become a Patron of Locations Unknown and get access to special Current Event episodes exclusive to Patreon. Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page. https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown New Patron shout outs: Sam Parejko, Shari Lynn Henderson, Jacob Zanetell, and Michael Huey. You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

September 24th 2010, 39 year old Todd Hofflander joined some friends on a multi day hunting trip in the remote Idaho wilderness area called Hells Canyon. As an experienced hiker, Todd was well equipped to spend multiple days in the backcountry and had been on trips like this before. On the 4th day of the trip, Todd experienced knee pain and decided to split from the group. This would be the last time anyone would see Todd until his remains were discovered a decade later. Join us this week as we discuss the disappearance of Todd Hofflander. Sponsors of today's episode: Milwaukee Pretzel Company: Visit their online store at milwaukeepretzel.com for a variety of pretzel sizes, gift boxes and of course, my favorite, the famous 1lb Bavarian Beast soft pretzel. Milwaukee Pretzel will ship nationwide – even to Hawaii. MKE Pretzel has extended a special coupon code for all Location Unknown listeners. Just use the code UNKOWN20 at checkout to receive 20% off of your order – specific terms may apply. Want to advertise on the podcast? Visit the following link to learn more. https://locationsunknown.org/advertise-with-us Want to help the show out and get even more Locations Unknown content! For as little as $1 a month, you can become a Patron of Locations Unknown and get access to special Current Event episodes exclusive to Patreon. Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page. https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown Become a Patron of Locations Unknown for as little as a $1 a month to get access to additional Patreon only Current Event episodes and Locations Unknown Swag! https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown New Patreon shout out: Jacob Wiese, Amber Bridges, Drew Nedley, & Nicole Victor. Shout out to StrangeOutdoors.com for helping us on the research of this episode. You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/

June 9th 2013, Mitchell Dale Stehling was visiting Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado with his wife and parents. Around 4:30 PM that day, Michell decided to take a quick solo hike to the Spruce Tree House ruin. For Mitchell, this easy quarter mile hike should have been routine. However, Mitchell was never seen again. His disappearance kicked off a 7 year hunt for answers that recently ended in a shroud of mystery. Join us this week as we discuss the disappearance of Mitchell Dale Stehling and the recent discovery that raises more questions than answers. We would like to thank Podcorn for sponsoring this episode. Explore sponsorship opportunities and start monetizing your podcast with Podcorn by signing up here: https://podcorn.com/podcasters/ You can find our Podcast on all the major podcast directories including iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and more. You can listen to our podcast directly at: https://locationsunknown.podbean.com/ Visit us at https://locationsunknown.org Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/locationsunknown/ Like us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/locationsunknown_/ Like us on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/locationsunknown/