Off the Trails

Maegan Moaratty and Danielle Falagan•www.spreaker.com

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.

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16: Survival - Steven Callahan

Sailing solo from the Canary Islands to Antigua started out as an adventure of a lifetime for Steven Callahan, but it quickly took a turn for the worst. In order to survive he would need MacGyver style skills, ingenuity, and a whole lot of mental strength. Could you survive 76 days at sea? Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outd...

Oct 11, 2023•30 min

15: Sunday Scary - US Ghost Towns

Formerly filled with hustle and bustle these towns went bust; join us as we discuss 5 US ghost towns that are as beautiful as they are eerie. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at offthetrailspodcast@gmail.com Please take...

Oct 08, 2023•26 min

14: Survival - Mauro Prosperi

Think running 25 miles a day sounds like a walk in a park? Mauro Prosperi might argue yes after mother nature threw him off course leaving him to take desperate measures to survive in the Sarah Desert. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode...

Oct 05, 2023•29 min

13: Sunday Scary - Haunted Hikes of New England

Skeptic or believer, join us as we explore the history and mysteries of five haunted hikes in New England. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at offthetrailspodcast@gmail.com Please take a moment to rate and review our sh...

Oct 01, 2023•40 min

12: Death - Geoff Hood and Molly LaRue

Geoff and Molly took an unexpected job layoff and turned it into the perfect opportunity to hike the Appalachian Trail. Their positive and fun personalities were a hit along the trail but would offer them no protection from the evil they would eventually encounter. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adve...

Sep 24, 2023•50 min

11: Death - Geraldine Largay

Many hikers dream of hiking the Appalachian Trail in full, yet very few see that come true. A few unfortunate souls have seen their dream end in a nightmare. Join us as we discuss how stepping away from the trail ended in tragedy for Geraldine Largay. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story t...

Sep 16, 2023•52 min

10: Trail Mix - Dangerous Trails

Watch your step, watch your back, and stay on the trail as we explore eight dangerous trails across the US. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at offthetrailspodcast@gmail.com Please take a moment to rate and review our s...

Sep 02, 2023•41 min

9: Disappearance - Ben McDaniel

Unanswered questions continue to plague the family of Ben McDaniel. Did he push the limits of his skills too far? Did a handful of bad choices lead to death? Or was it something entirely more sinister? Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode...

Aug 22, 2023•1 hr 4 min

8: Disappearance - Paul Fugate

Few people truly disappear without a trace. However, after over four decades and no answers it appears that’s exactly what happened when Paul Fugate walked out of the Chiricahua National Monument visitor’s center. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a list...

Aug 15, 2023•31 min

7: Supernatural - Cryptids

Was that crackle and crunch of leaves a squirrel? A deer? Could it be another person...or something completely different? Join us as we discuss two creatures who live in folklore near and far...and maybe even in a forest near you. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to ...

Aug 04, 2023•32 min

6: Survival - Mount St. Helens Eruption

The 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens was a side of Earth’s power few people see. Their stories may sound like a scene from a movie but for survivors it was a real life experience unlike any other. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, se...

Jul 21, 2023•32 min

5: Survival - The Bluejohn Canyon Incident

Even as an experienced outdoorsman nothing could have prepared Aron Ralston for what would happen in Bluejohn Canyon. Trapped in a remote area Aron knew help wasn’t coming and would resort to drastic measures to save his own life. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to ...

Jul 11, 2023•43 min

3: Death - The Nutty Putty Cave Incident

When John Edward Jones and several friends and family entered Nutty Putty cave they were expecting a night of exploration and adventure. Unfortunately, a simple wrong turn ended in disaster for John. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, ...

Jul 04, 2023•30 min

4: Death - Mount St. Helens Eruption

Picturesque Mount St. Helens was a popular destination for hikers and campers. The landscape and lives were forever changed on May 20th 1980 when a massive eruption took the whole side of the mountain along with 57 human lives. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to inc...

Jul 04, 2023•24 min

2: Disappearance - The Bennington Triangle

A string of unusual deaths and disappearances in the 40’s and 50’s have left people wondering what secrets might be hiding in Green Mountain National Forest. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier! Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcast Follow us on Facebook at Off the Trails Podcast If you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at offthetrailspodcast@gmail...

Jul 04, 2023•21 min

1: Disappearance - Sandra Johnsen Hughes

On July 2nd, 2020, hikers in the Sierra National Forest stumbled upon the disheveled camp site of Sandra Lyn Johnsen Hughes. Locating her vehicle and reported sightings of her offered few clues and only deepened the mystery of what happened to Sandy. At the time of her disappearance, Sandra was 54 years old, 5’3” and about 150 lbs. If you have any information on her whereabouts contact Madera County Sheriff at 559-675-7770. Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits startin...

Jul 04, 2023•28 min

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