Parhaat Pacific Northwest Bigfoot Search Podcastit (2024)

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Where to find 6 unique wine experiences in and around Portland 34:02

4d ago34:02

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It’s no secret that the Willamette Valley has several epic wine spots and vineyards. But some places are going above and beyond to offer unique experiences in addition to their tasting selections. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we are joined by engagement editor, Julie Evensen and video editor Teresa Mahoney, to chat about some of the co…

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Cortland "Cort" Mumford and Tweety Bird - Aircraft disappearance 2007 (Oregon) 7:06

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Send us a Text Message. Cortland "Cort" Mumford, 65 year old Oregonian, vanished during a "familiarization flight" out of Aurora Airport in Aurora, Oregon on July 7th, 2007. Neither Mr. Mumford nor his aircraft "Tweety Bird" have been seen since. Three possible crashsite locations are listed in the NTSBs preliminary and finalized report, the locati…

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Board Meeting, PNWMPP - August 21st, 2024 42:34

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Send us a Text Message. This week's podcast episode is a public version of our board meeting from August 21st, 2024. This is the first official board meeting for Pacific Northwest Missing Persons Project. Topics included in this episode include: Who we are. Why we exist. Who's on the team. How we function in our searches. Funding through Donation/P…

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How to spend 3 days backpacking Broken Top Loop 36:09

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If you’re dreaming of a final challenging backpacking trip this summer or wanting a stunning adventure for early fall, Broken Top Loop trail might just be your answer. With emerald green lakes, peaceful stream crossings, plus views of multiple mountain peaks, this trail will leave you in awe of the state’s beauty. On this week’s episode of Peak Nor…

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5 challenging long-distance hikes on the Oregon coast 39:30

19d ago39:30

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If you’ve spent the summer working yourself into peak hiking shape, there are some great trails to test your endurance, not in the mountains but by the beach. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we get into five long-distance hikes on the Oregon coast, climbing the steep cliffs and headlands, past rocky tide pools and down onto the sand. Util…

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Vicki Atkins and Bing Olbum (August 2024 - FOUND ALIVE!) 8:47

19d ago8:47

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Send us a Text Message. This week's episode Tanner talks about two incredibly strong, separate individuals that were lost in the wilderness and found their way out. The first story is that of Vicki Atkins, 58 year old Native American from the Yakama Nation, Washington vanished August 3rd, 2024 while picking huckleberries in Gifford Pinchot National…

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Kah-Nee-Ta resort is Oregon’s newest vacation destination 24:55

26d ago24:55

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Kah-Nee-Ta is back, just in time for the second half of summer vacation. The beloved Warm Springs resort is not completely back to its former glory, but a piece of it has been renovated and reopened as Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs Resort, setting it up as the hottest new vacation destination in Oregon. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we dive in…

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A road trip to some of Oregon’s least visited state parks 29:16

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Summer means big crowds at Oregon’s busiest state parks, places like Silver Falls and Fort Stevens, which draw millions of visitors each year. But what about those other parks? On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we take a road trip to some of the least visited state parks in Oregon, all clustered together in a rural, remote part of northeast…

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Four males missing around Diablo Lake, Washington (2019-2022) 11:32

1M ago11:32

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Send us a Text Message. Alexander Pisch - 35 year old, white male, vanished in 2020 after setting up his art easel along Highway 20, near Colonial Creek Campground in close proximity to Diablo Lake, Washington. Ritchie Collins, 58 year old, white male, vanished in 2019 (possibly with several firearms in his possession) in the area of Colonial Creek…

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How to make the most of one night at Crater Lake National Park 36:03

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Crater Lake is one of those places where you can, and probably should, spend a few days exploring. Between Rim Drive, the historic lodge and loads of nearby hikes, there’s enough there for days of adventure. But sometimes you don’t have that time. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we go through a recent one-night visit to Oregon’s famous na…

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A wild expedition to peak of Mount Shasta 35:19

2M ago35:19

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Mountain climbers may consider Mount Shasta one of the easier Pacific Northwest mountains to ascend, but it’s no easy feat. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, our colleague Fedor Zarkhin, breaking news and enterprise reporter for The Oregonian/OregonLive, recounts his wild expedition to the top of the towering Cascade Mountain peak, sharing …

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Three Missing People, three missing vehicles.. 10:51

2M ago10:51

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Send us a Text Message. This week's episode Tanner makes a plea to fishermen in Clarkston, Washington Spokane, Washington, and Salem, Oregon to keep an eye on their fishing sonar devices for anything that may resemble a vehicle in the waterway that they're fishing. The cases covered are that of: - Robert Blane Abbott, 62 year old male from Spokane,…

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Searching for Bigfoot in the Northwest wilderness 34:01

2M ago34:01

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Plenty of people talk about Bigfoot, but what is it like to go out searching for the famous cryptid? On this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, we talk to Samantha Swindler, videographer and features reporter for The Oregonian/OregonLive, who recently went out into the wilderness with a pair of Bigfoot hunters. Her experience took her de…

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Where to find uncrowded hikes in Oregon 24:48

2M ago24:48

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With the Fourth of July weekend upon us, you might find yourself wanting to explore outside. But, you might face the conundrum of knowing your typical go-to spot will have an influx of other people there, too. If that’s you, have no fear, there are plenty of places to explore, it’s just a matter of knowing where to look. On this week’s episode of P…

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The disappearance of Stephen Litsey and Shane Sprenger 8:55

2M ago8:55

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Send us a Text Message. Stephen Litsey vanished after separating from his hunting partner near Twin Lakes, in the Umpqua National Forest on October 29th, 2011. Stephen Litsey was carrying a backpack, a rifle, wearing glasses and full camouflage clothing. The seconds case is that of Shane Sprenger. Shane vanished on November 2nd, 2021 from his home …

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Light-up kayaks, railroad hikes and more to do in Joseph 37:50

2M ago37:50

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Just when you think you’ve seen and done everything in Northeast Oregon, you discover something new. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, Jamie recounts his latest trip to Joseph, where he found even more to see and do in the remote corner of the state, from light-up kayaks to a railroad hike and a tour of one fascinating general store. Betwee…

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The disappearances of Fern Baird and Andrew Maloney (Blaine County, Idaho) 9:52

2M ago9:52

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Send us a Text Message. Fern Baird, a 63 year old female from Park City, Utah vanished while on a day hike into the Prairie Lakes Trailhead north of Ketchum, Idaho on October 19th, 2020. Fern was wearing a grey jacket, black pants, carrying a black fanny pack. Fern stated that she was "Going to the Lake and back" on the trail log she submitted, but…

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8 low tide treasures on the Oregon coast 34:12

2M ago34:12

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Summer low tides have arrived on the Oregon coast, uncovering a host of intertidal adventures. From tide pools to secret beaches, there are a lot of things to see on the rugged coastline when the tide goes out – as long as you can do so safely. Exploring the intertidal areas in Oregon is rewarding but dangerous. Between slippery and jagged rocks, r…

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The disappearances of Floyd Dorsey and Craig Barnett (Idaho) 7:15

3M ago7:15

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Send us a Text Message. In this gripping episode, we dive into the mysterious disappearances of two individuals in the rugged wilderness of Idaho, separated by nearly six decades yet eerily close in location. First, we unravel the case of 19-year-old Floyd Ival Dorsey, who vanished on October 21, 1961, while deer hunting in the Monument Peak area o…

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Three missing people, two go missing on the same day in Idaho County, Idaho (2018) 9:32

3M ago9:32

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Send us a Text Message. In this weeks episode Tanner discusses the team's trip into Gifford Pinchot National Forest with The Oregonian Newspaper on June 14th through June 16th of 2024. Tanner also shares the great news that Pacific Northwest Missing Persons Project is officially a Public Benefit Nonprofit organization according to the State of Oreg…

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My Epic Adventure: Cycling Seattle to Portland with Jenna Bikes 27:34

3M ago27:34

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Seattle to Portland bike ride is one of the most anticipated cycling events in the region. Thousands of endurance riders gather to bike more than 200 miles over the course of one or two days. While it might seem like a daunting ride, with enough preparation and training, the event can be extremely rewarding and confidence-building. On this week’s e…

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A first-timer's guide to bike packing at an Oregon state park 32:35

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Bike packing is the ultimate mix of cycling and camping. It’s also one of the best ways to explore Oregon, especially in the summer months, whether you’re biking through towns or traveling through the backcountry. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, co-host Vickie Connor recounts her first and recent bike packing trip and all the reasons she …

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The Gail Wietrick disappearance (Mill A, Washington 2012) 6:41

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Send us a Text Message. In today's episode of Pacific Northwest Missing Persons Project (PNWMPP) Tanner Hoskins, Executive Director of PNWMPP covers the amazing news of PNWMPP becoming a nonprofit entity in the State of Oregon and awaiting tax-exemption status from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to become a nationally recognized 501(C)(3). We h…

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Making the outdoors more inclusive with Wild Diversity 29:41

3M ago29:41

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How do you bring more diversity into the Pacific Northwest’s outdoor recreation areas? Try following the lead of Wild Diversity. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we speak with Mercy M’fon, founder and co-director of Portland-based nonprofit, which is actively working with BIPOC and LGBTQ communities to get greater representation outdoors. …

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The Michael Bryson disappearance (Oregon 2020) 10:04

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Tanner talks about the mystery unfolding in Josephine County, Oregon where a backpack containing multiple days worth of camping gear was located along with a dog leash, but neither an individual nor their canine companion have been located. Tanner also discusses the strange disappearance of Michael Bryson, a…

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How to explore Oregon’s famous Waterfall Corridor: Peak Northwest podcast 25:49

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From the towering heights of Multnomah Falls to the delicate spray of Fairy Falls, there’s a lot to love about the Waterfall Corridor – and there are a lot of people to love it with. One of the most popular attractions in Oregon, the eight-mile stretch of the Columbia River Gorge is known for its stunning scenery and big crowds, which swell every s…

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Perfect summer day trips around Oregon 30:23

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Epic summer vacations are nice, but there’s something to be said about a simple day trip. Here in western Oregon, it’s incredibly easy to find any number of beautiful day trips, with the ocean, mountains, forest, rivers and desert all found within a three-hour radius. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we dive into a few great options for th…

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Joel Presler (Recovered) - Gifford Pinchot National Forest 2017 8:44

4M ago8:44

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Send us a Text Message. Joel Presler, a 37 year old male from Vancouver, Washington set out on an elk hunting trip on November 11th, 2017 in the area of Forlorn Lakes, Washington. Joel was an experienced outdoorsman and knew the Forlorn Lakes area exceptionally well. Something happened to him between November 11th, 2017 and the day his body was rec…

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What to see, eat and do in Rockaway Beach 47:43

4M ago47:43

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Rockaway Beach does not usually make the lists of best beach towns. Narrow it down to the north Oregon coast specifically, and it still faces stiff competition with Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Astoria, Seaside and Pacific City. That could be even more reason to go. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we take a weekend trip to Rockaway Beach to d…

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4 Oregon landmarks that almost became national parks 29:56

4M ago29:56

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As it stands, Oregon only has one full-fledged national park at Crater Lake. If things had gone differently, we could have had more. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we dive back through time to talk about four places around the state that were once considered for national park status – and why they weren’t ultimately picked. We also discu…

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The Grangeville, Idaho cluster and the David Schultz (Iowa 2023) Incident 20:35

4M ago20:35

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Send us a Text Message. Buckle up, there's a lot of information to dissect in this episode. From what our team did in the Molalla River Recreation Corridor searching for Don Parkins to reports of UAPs and UFOs seen in an area where an Iowa trucker, David Schultz, vanished in November of 2023. While we usually refrain from discussing theories in thi…

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Why Oregon City is such a good day trip destination 33:07

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It should be no surprise that the historic town at the intersection of the Willamette and Clackamas rivers, where people have been gathering and celebrating since time immemorial, is a great place to spend the day. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we go out exploring Oregon City, a perfect day trip close to Portland, especially in the spri…

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Returning to Saddle Mountain, a Coast Range classic 23:31

5M ago23:31

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Saddle Mountain has long been one of the most popular hikes in Oregon’s northern Coast Range, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, but for two years it remained shuttered, leaving hikers to find other trails to climb. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, a few months after the state park’s big reopening, we return to the classi…

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The Chet Hanson and Joe Wood disappearance - Mt. Rainier National Park 9:55

5M ago9:55

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Send us a Text Message. Chet Hanson, 27 year old Male, missing since November 11th, 1997 Last Seen: Walking along the Deer Creek Trail inside Mount Rainier National Park. Description of clothing and gear: Shorts (unknown color) Fleece Jacket (Unknown color) Hiking Boots (unknown color) Chet also had a 35 LB bag of camera gear; including a tri-pod a…

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What non-gamblers can do at Spirit Mountain Casino 39:19

5M ago39:19

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If you’re not into gambling in any form, is there any reason to visit a casino? Oregon’s casinos may not have the same allure as our beautiful natural attractions, but they remain among the most popular destinations in the state. For people more apt to hike the Cascades or explore the coast, is there any appeal? On this week’s episode of Peak North…

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Changes in store for Mount Hood climbers this year: Peak Northwest podcast 26:00

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New Mount Hood climbing permits are being implemented this year, in an effort to help educate the public about the risks associated with ascending the 11,245-foot peak. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we spoke with Ryan Matz, the climbing ranger program manager for Mt. Hood National Forest, who went over the new permits and offered some h…

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The Stefan Bissert Disappearance - 1992 (WA) 5:58

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Send us a Text Message. Missing Person: Stefan Bissert Date Missing: January 20th, 1992. Age: 23 years From: Bad Oeynhausen, Germany Basic information; An Exchange Student from Germany studying Physics at Oregon State University Last Known Location: In close proximity to Deer Lake, inside the Daniel J. Evans Wilderness, Olympic National Forest, Clo…

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Exploring Oregon’s new Dark Sky Sanctuary: Peak Northwest podcast 30:10

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Oregon is now home to the largest Dark Sky Sanctuary in the world, but found in a remote corner of the state, some people may be left wondering how, exactly, to explore it. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we break down this 2.5 million acre swath of southern Oregon, highlighting some of the best places there to go stargazing/ While remote…

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Snorkeling and scuba diving to an ancient Oregon forest 23:00

6M ago23:00

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Oregon isn’t much of a snorkeling or scuba diving destination in the way people typically think of the activities: There are no tropical waters here, no clownfish or coral reefs. What Oregon does have is Clear Lake, a beautiful setting high in the Cascade Mountains where divers and snorkelers can swim through crystal clear waters to an ancient unde…

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Exploring Portland’s hidden stair walks 30:30

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You don’t have to be a stair freak to appreciate the many hidden stairways around Portland. The stairways lead through charming neighborhoods and beautiful parks, found in nearly every corner of the city. On this week’s Peak Northwest podcast, we string those stairways together for three beautiful stair walks – perfect outings to get your legs movi…

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The Kristopher "Kris" Zitzewitz Disappearance - Gifford Pinchot National Forest (2013) 7:11

6M ago7:11

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Send us a Text Message. This disappearance of Kristopher "Kris" Zitzewitz, a spelunker who disappeared while cave diving in the Big Lava Beds of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest in southwest Washington State. More than 100 Search and Rescue personnel descended into the area, and after an extensive 10 day search, nothing of Kris's was ever found.…

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The best Oregon coast beaches for spring break 34:53

6M ago34:53

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The Oregon coast is no Cabo San Lucas, but it is one of the best spring break destinations in the Pacific Northwest. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we highlight 10 of the best beaches on the Oregon coast, from Astoria to Brookings. Whether you’re looking for beachside restaurants or quiet getaways, there’s a perfect place for you here. T…

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The coolest astronomical events coming in 2024 29:02

6M ago29:02

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Is this the year you finally see the Perseid meteor shower? Will you be traveling to see the big solar eclipse? Can you catch a glimpse at one of the comets streaking through the sky? On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we dive into some of the coolest astronomical events coming in 2024 – adjust your stargazing calendars accordingly. And whil…

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The Gilbert "Gil" Gilman disappearance - Olympic National Park 6:53

6M ago6:53

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Send us a Text Message. Gilbert “Gil” Gilman, a 47 year old Caucasian male. Height: 5 foot 7 inches Weight: 160 pounds Hair: Gray/Brown Eyes: Brown Gil was a former paratrooper and military interrogator, having served in Iraq in counter-terrorism and counter-intelligence for the United States. Gil departed for a 2.1 mile hike in the Olympic Nationa…

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Oregon events worth traveling to in 2024 41:04

6M ago41:04

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There are few better ways to get to know Oregon than through the many different events that take place throughout our state every year. The Pendleton Round-Up, UFO Fest and Tamkaliks Celebration, to name a few, all show a different facet of this fascinating place. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we discuss which events are worth making a …

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Why you should visit Seattle by train 34:59

7M ago34:59

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Seattle, the biggest city in the Pacific Northwest, is a great local vacation option, boasting fascinating attractions, good food and outdoor recreation options both urban and wild. Portlanders, who famously loathe visiting their sister city to the north, might find the trip much more enjoyable simply by switching up the way that they get there. On…

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The Laura Macke Disappearance - Olympic National Forest 9:45

7M ago9:45

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Send us a Text Message. Laura Macke, a 35 year old female, set out on an approximately 12.7 mile hike from the Graves Creek Campground and Trailhead to the Enchanted Valley inside the Daniel J. Evans Wilderness in the Olympic National Forest of Washington State. A torrential downpour inundated the area soon after Laura began her trek and she was ne…

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How to celebrate Oregon’s 165th birthday 22:53

7M ago22:53

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Happy birthday, Oregon! In case you weren’t aware, the state of Oregon is turning 165 years old this Feb. 14. To mark the occasion, this week’s episode of Peak Northwest is dedicated to celebrating the state we call home. But how do you celebrate our state? Maybe it’s by visiting a local history or cultural museum. It could mean spending time in Sa…

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The Glen "Austin" Oldfield II Disappearance - Gifford Pinchot NF (Washington) 8:46

7M ago8:46

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Send us a Text Message. Glen "Austin" Oldfield II disappeared while on a two week camping trip inside the rugged and majestic Gifford Pinchot National Forest in September of 2015. Camping just east of Lone Butte, Austin would refuse being rescued not once, but twice, by two different groups of people who located him lost and confused in the woods. …

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The joys and challenges of traveling alone 35:15

7M ago35:15

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Solo travel can be one of the most joyful and rewarding experiences you can have, but it can also require a good dose of caution. On this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, we dive into the world of traveling alone, speaking from our own experiences to offer some tips on not only staying safe but getting the most out of your trip. Here a…

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