Little Islands: The Dark History of America’s National Parks

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Acadia National Park, Just Skip It! ft. Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet

Acadia, it’s just not for everyone! Today we are joined by sibling hosts Christine and Xandy Schiefer of Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet to visit some of the most loved, and apparently loathed, locations in the park. WE WERE NOMINATED FOR A WEBBY! VOTE FOR US HERE BY APRIL 16TH! F ...  Show more

Trail Tales 91

Today’s stories include silent fury, collecting clouds, Titanic misses, cougar snacks, haunted Maine, and late night cheesy bread. Outsiders Only bonus stories available for Patreon and Apple Subscribers! WE WERE NOMINATED FOR A WEBBY! VOTE FOR US HERE BY APRIL 16TH! For the late ...  Show more

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