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Dark Outdoors

Dark Outdoors® is a multiple award-winning podcast that investigates terrifying encounters, unsolved mysteries, crime, and dangerous wildlife. Hosted by award-winning wildlife journalist and conservation communicator Chester Moore, each episode investigates the darker side of the outdoors through gripping storytelling, expert interviews, and firsthand reporting. From serial killers in remote forests and missing persons cases to poaching, wildlife trafficking, deadly animal attacks, cryptids, and

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30:32

Poacher Poses As Woman To Kill City Deer & A Look At...

Dark Outdoors ·

2025/05/06

In this unusual episode of Dark Outdoors, we uncover the bizarre case of a man who posed as a woman to gain illegal access to a city park—and its vulnerable deer population. What starts as a strange poaching scheme spirals into a web of wildlife trafficking, leading investigators deep into the shadowy world of exotic animal cloning. Join us as we track the trail from urban deer blinds to high-stakes deals involving the cloning and black-market trade of the elusive Marco Polo sheep and it's

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01:10:56

The Real Story of "Jaws" and the 1916 New Jersey...

Dark Outdoors ·

2025/04/15

In July 1916, a series of shark attacks along the New Jersey coast left four dead and one injured, inciting widespread panic and inspiring the iconic film Jaws.While a great white shark was captured and blamed, modern experts suggest a different culprit: the bull shark. Known for its ability to thrive in both salt and freshwater, the bull shark's unique adaptability and aggressive nature make it a prime suspect. Join us as we delve into the events of 1916, examine the evidence, and explore why the

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25:04

Dark Occult Encounters -Mystery of the Hooded Ones

Dark Outdoors ·

2025/04/01

A border patrol agent encounters hooded figures around a fire in an area known for satanic rituals. A security guard sees a ritual taking place and three boys encounter a bizarre ritual-all involving mysterious hooded figures. In this episode we talk about encountering the dark occult, secret satanic groups and sacrificial sights in the great outdoors.We appreciate Chris James of the Strange Things with Chris James podcast for contributing one of these mysterious accounts.. Please subscribe to

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57:54

Surviving A Grizzly Attack-Encountering Multiple...

Dark Outdoors ·

2025/03/04

In a special episode of Dark Outdoors® Ben Verheul gives an hour-long uncut story of his harrowing grizzly attack in the Wyoming wilderness.Learn how he survived and how he knew for sure the grizzly that attacked him was one he had already had an encounter with. If bear stories intrigue you-this one will blow your mind! Dark Outdoors® is sponsored by Texas Fish & Game who bring you the Missing in the Wild reports on our weekly episodes.

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27:31

Military Faces Killer Crocodiles & Other Dangerous...

Dark Outdoors ·

2025/02/25

Chester Moore interviews author R.C. Bramhall author of Haunted War Tales: True Military Encounters with the Bizarre, Paranormal and Unexplained about the terrifying wildlife encounters faced by military around the world.We cover: *A Crocodile-Caused Massacre *Tiger Attacks *The U.S.S. Indianapolis *Snakebites *Huge bunker rats in Vietnam and much, much more! Dark Outdoors® important Missing in the Wild component is brought to you by Texas Fish & Game magazine.

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18:17

New Reports of Huge Drones In TX and LA -Plus A Drone...

Dark Outdoors ·

2024/12/23

Dark Outdoors® gives an exclusive, detailed report of a huge drone seen at Sabine Lake on the Texas-Louisiana border as well as a large drone in the interior of Louisiana, plus more reports from the region.We also talk with Scott Tompkins who has created www.dronetracker.app a mapping system to log drone sightings and to help get to the bottom of what's going o

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42:30

Death In America's National Parks

Dark Outdoors ·

2024/09/30

Chester Moore talks with best-selling author Randi Minetor about the contents of her seven-book series on death in national parks.*Learn what kills more people than anything in national parks *Hear about the harrowing and deadly "night of the grizzly" *Alligator attacks *Missing people found weeks later dead on the same trails where numerous searches took place And more Dark Outdoors is sponsored by Texas Fish & Game

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18:57

Strange Tales Of A Hidden TX Tribe? Strange...

Dark Outdoors ·

2024/09/23

Join host Chester Moore as he digs into a forgotten book that details strange tales of harrowing encounters with alleged primitive tribes in the 1960s and 80s in the Trinity Bay area near the Galveston-Houston area. *This show also digs into a similar report in the Big Thicket National Preserve as detailed by a longtime newspaper author. *Was there a "wild man" running around the Old and Lost River area near Trinity Bay in recent years? *Are there people living in the ancient ways who have checked

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08:00

Shark Attack At South Padre Island: Multiple Victims?

Dark Outdoors ·

2024/07/05

Join us for a mini-episode of Dark Outdoors where we address the shark attack at South Padre Island that according to officials involved multiple victims.In this episode we address: *What is known about the attacks and victims *Exclusive info on what's going on with sharks in the area right now *Info on other rare multiple victim attacks in Gulf waters in recent years *A rumor killer about great white shark involvement.

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28:59

The Zodiac Killer, Self Defense & The Dangers of...

Dark Outdoors ·

2024/05/30

In this episode we look at the Zodiac Killer's attack at Lake Berryessa and talk about how we should always be ready to defend our lives in the great outdoors.We also talk about the identity of the Zodiac Killer and who host Chester Moore thinks is the controversial but likely candidate for the real killer. We even have a clip of his voice at the end of the show. Listen to this intense episode and share with others.

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21:51

Border Dangers: What The Mainstream Media Is Not...

Dark Outdoors ·

2024/03/21

Welcome to Dark Outdoors, where we shine a light on the often ignored perils in the great outdoors. In this episode, we navigate through increasing encounters with criminal activities, unstable wildlife, and unexpected weather in the wonderful outdoors.This episode dives into a sobering, first-hand account by a father and son duo, who during a deer hunt, encounter what seems to be an organized crime unit in South Texas brush country. This chilling ordeal underscores the unseen threats that lurk

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40:24

Unsolved Outdoors Cases With Kylie Low of Dark Downeast

Dark Outdoors ·

2024/03/07

On this edition of Dark Outdoors, host Chester Moore welcomes Kylie Low, the host of the Apple Podcasts true crime chart topping podcast Dark Downeast.In this show they discuss some baffling cases of murder and mayhem in the great outdoors.

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20:09

Did A Cougar Kill Christopher Whiteley Or Was It...

Dark Outdoors ·

2024/02/22

When Christopher Whiteley was found dead in Hood County, TX, officials initially said a cougar (mountain lion) was the culprit. Then officials with the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department and USDA got involved and said it was not. The official cause of death was changed to "undetermined". In this episode of Dark Outdoors we talk with writer Morgan O'Hanlan about the article she wrote on the topic in Texas Monthly and ponder the question, "What really killed Christopher Whiteley??

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20:26

Surviving A Feral Hog Attack

Dark Outdoors ·

2024/02/07

Welcome to an enthralling episode of "Dark Outdoors" with host Chester Moore. This episode takes an exciting and serious turn as it unravels the life-threatening encounter of our guest, Ricky Morgan with a large wild boar. We also explore the disturbing upsurge of hog attacks in the South, West, and Northeast of the U.S. that have resulted from the ever-increasing intersection of human and animal habitats.Relive Ricky's harrowing account of his encounter, a stark reminder of the potential dangers

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28:08

Terrifying Screams: What Are Those Sounds Terrifying...

Dark Outdoors ·

2024/01/29

Hunters, hikers and other outdoors lovers report hearing terrifying screams, growls and other sounds that shake them to the core. We take a deep dive on these sounds and look at known animals, exotic vocalizations that are echoing as established invasive populations expand. And we also talks about the spooky unknown in the last segment as we welcome Ron Morehead of the "Sierra Sounds" fame to the program. Our Missing in the Wild segment is brought to you by B.A.C. Shows. Learn more at

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54:17

The Legend of Boggy Creek and Creepy Cryptids

Dark Outdoors ·

2023/10/30

In this special fun Halloween edition of the program Chester interviews Lyle Blackburn, author of The Beast of Boggy Creek, Momo: The Strange Case of the Missouri Monster and many other titles about the Fouke Monster and other alleged aggressive cryptids. He also vists with Pamula Pierce Barcelous, daughter of The Legend of Boggy Creek director Charles Pierce about the newly restored 4K release and behind the scenes tidbits about the iconic film.

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33:06

Attacked By Feral Dogs: Canines Are Maiming and...

Dark Outdoors ·

2023/07/07

In this chilling episode, host Chester Moore investigates the rising problem of feral dog attacks in the wild. We hear from Jerry Mills of Wolf Tejas who had to shoot his way from a pack of feral dogs, learn about a brutal attack in Georgia, a recent fatality in Texas and hear about Chester's own narrow escape from a feral pit bull. Dogs are man's best friend but feral dogs can be our worst nightmare. Don't this episode! Dark Outdoors is brought to you by Texas Fish.& Game and Texas Frightmare

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44:46

Park Predators With Investigative Journalist Delia...

Dark Outdoors ·

2023/06/27

Join Chester Moore as he speaks with investigative journalist and Park Predators podcaster Delia D'Ambra. They talk about the prevalence of missing people in national parks, forests and other public lands and some of the mysterious reasons for these tragedies. Connect with all of Delia's work here. Follow Chester on Instagram @thechestermoore Follow his wildlife work at Higher Calling Wildlife on Facebook. Subscribe to his blog at highercalling.net.

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28:32

Sam Houston National Forest: Missing People, The...

Dark Outdoors ·

2023/06/12

In this episode, we probe the dark mysteries of the Sam Houston National Forest. We talk with the founder of the Missing TX 40 Project in an archival interview and give compelling information about a serial killer that has been in the area for decades that is serving time for copping a plea to being involved with a murder victim found in a barrel on his property. Oh, yeah that property is across the street from the Sam Houston National Forest and this man killed and savagely raped women in the late

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18:04

Real Life Southern Comfort, Serial Killer Encounter...

Dark Outdoors ·

2023/05/31

The cult classic Southern Comfort sent chills down the spines of outdoors lovers when it debuted in 1981. On this episode, hear a real life story that's just as scary as the movie. Plus, we interview Lou Marullo about encountering a bloody, bearded man in the woods at night. We also dig into an attempted abduction and tell you what we think is your best non-lethal outdoors defense. Oh, and learn about a brush with Ted Bundy's handiwork in the deep woods of Utah. Dark Outdoors is brought to you by

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