Locations Unknown

August 21st 2022, an experienced climber, who survived an avalanche in 2005 on Mt. Everest, set out to summit Split Mountain in California.  He was accompanied by two friends he had recently met on a social media hiking group.  Near the summit, Than got separated from his group and was never seen again.  Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Quang Than.   (Episode 70)Note - Due to this case being less than a month old at recording time, facts about what happened may have changed by the time you listen.  If any new evidence or information is found we will update the notes here. Also, anyone who was in the area where he was last seen on or around August 21 is urged to contact NPS Investigative Services at 888-653-0009 or nps_isb@nps.gov.     Thank you to Athletic Greens for supporting this episode:   Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit (https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING). Again, that is (https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING) to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!  New Patreon Shout outs - Becca Kohn, Sarah Trice, Sherry Jackson, Jaimee Buehl, Adam Parker, Les Eller.Episode suggestion shoutout: Allison Carlson   Want to help the show out and get even more Locations Unknown content!  For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Patron of Locations Unknown and get access to our episodes two days before release, 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 Locations Unknown Store!  Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page.  (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown)  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!  View live recordings of the show on our YouTube channel: Locations Unknown - YouTube  Want to advertise on the podcast?  Visit the following link to learn more.  Advertise on Locations Unknown  Learn about other unsolved missing persons cases in America's wilderness at Locations Unknown.  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.  Also check us out on two new platforms - Pocketnet & Rumble.  You can view sources for this episode and all our previous episodes at: Sources — Locations UnknownBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/locations-unknown--6183838/support.

June 24th 2006, a US Military veteran with past combat & counterintelligence experience, set off on a simple day hike in Olympic National Park, to photograph nature in the park.  After failing to meet his boss for a meeting the following day, he was reported missing.  Was his disappearance an accident or a government coverup?  Join us this week as we investigate the strange case of Gilbert Gilman.  (Episode 69)Thank you to Athletic Greens for supporting this episode:  Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit (https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING). Again, that is (https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING) to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!  New Patreon Supporters  -Peter Calero-Rodriguez, Susan DeGuia, Kelly Snyder, Bobbie Clark, Edwin Hom, Karine Elstad, Hoyt Newsom, KC Majewski.  Episode suggestion shoutout - John Lucke!  Want to help the show out and get even more Locations Unknown content!  For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Patron of Locations Unknown and get access to our episodes two days before release, 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 Locations Unknown Store!  Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page.  (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown)  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! View live recordings of the show on our YouTube channel: Locations Unknown - YouTube  Want to advertise on the podcast?  Visit the following link to learn more.  Advertise on Locations Unknown  Learn about other unsolved missing persons cases in America's wilderness at Locations Unknown.  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.  Also check us out on two new platforms - Pocketnet & Rumble.  You can view sources for this episode and all our previous episodes at: Sources — Locations UnknownBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/locations-unknown--6183838/support.

In episode 68, we continue our investigation of the suspicious death of Gwen Hasselquist, interviewing Dora, Gwen's stepsister.   Dora had recently reconnected with Gwen and was at her house a few hours after she was reported missing and stayed around for the initial days after her death.  Join us this week as we learn new details about Gwen's life before she died and what happened in the weeks after her death.  Notes on this episode: - We've been informed, after recording this episode, that the automated toll booth cameras only record the license plate, not the person driving.  We were also informed that there might not have been video cameras that would have captured someone walking or running off the bridge.  Thank you to Athletic Greens for supporting this episode:  Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit (https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING). Again, that is (https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING) to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!  New Patreon Supporters  - Crystal Haverfield, Clarinda Landeros, Jacqui Ryan, & Kristen Irvin  Want to help the show out and get even more Locations Unknown content!  For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Patron of Locations Unknown and get access to our episodes two days before release, 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 Locations Unknown Store!  Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page.  (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown)  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!  View live recordings of the show on our YouTube channel: Locations Unknown - YouTube  Want to advertise on the podcast?  Visit the following link to learn more.  Advertise on Locations Unknown  Learn about other unsolved missing persons cases in America's wilderness at Locations Unknown.  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.  Also check us out on two new platforms - Pocketnet & Rumble.  You can view sources for this episode and all our previous episodes at: Sources — Locations UnknownBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/locations-unknown--6183838/support.

March 22nd, 2017 - A man sets off from Campo, California on a thru hike of the Pacific Crest Trail.  After several weeks of hiking, he decides to spend a couple days resting in Idyllwild California, located only a couple of miles from the PCT.  On April 7th, 2017, he checks out of his hotel and hits the PCT, never to be seen again.  Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of David O’Sullivan.  Thank you to Athletic Greens for supporting this episode:  Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit (https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING). Again, that is (https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING) to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!  New Patreon Shout Outs: Allison Spencer!   Patreon Supporter Anniversary: Kate Thackery (Joined August 2020)  Episode suggestion shout out: Michelle Duxbury  Want to help the show out and get even more Locations Unknown content!  For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Patron of Locations Unknown and get access to our episodes two days before release, 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 Locations Unknown Store!  Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page.  (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown)  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!  View live recordings of the show on our YouTube channel: Locations Unknown - YouTube  Want to advertise on the podcast?  Visit the following link to learn more.  Advertise on Locations Unknown  Learn about other unsolved missing persons cases in America's wilderness at Locations Unknown.  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.  Also check us out on two new platforms - Pocketnet & Rumble.  You can view sources for this episode and all our previous episodes at: Sources — Locations Unknown   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/locations-unknown--6183838/support.

In Episode 66, we continue our investigation of the suspicious death of Gwen Hasselquist, interviewing Dawn, who was Gwen's best friend for decades and was in contact with Gwen in the weeks leading up to her death.  Join us this week as we learn new details about Gwen and her life leading up to her tragic death in March of 2020.  If you haven't listened to the first two parts of this ongoing case - please visit the links below: EP. #50: Gwen Hasselquist - Gig Harbor WashingtonEP. #53: Gwen Hasselquist Part 2 - Gig Harbor Washington  New Patreon Shoutouts - Samantha Porter, Christopher Stiles, Angel Osorio, Cindy Lindsay, Heather Johnson (Just joined while we were adding this)  Want to help the show out and get even more Locations Unknown content!  For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Patron of Locations Unknown and get access to our episodes two days before release, 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 Locations Unknown Store!  Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page.  (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown)  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!  View live recordings of the show on our YouTube channel: Locations Unknown - YouTube  Want to advertise on the podcast? Visit the following link to learn more.  Advertise on Locations Unknown  Learn about other unsolved missing persons cases in America's wilderness at Locations Unknown.  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.  Also check us out on two new platforms - Pocketnet & Rumble.  You can view sources for this episode and all our previous episodes at: Sources — Locations Unknown  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/locations-unknown--6183838/support.

November 10, 2014; an avid adventurer sets out on a hiking trip to find a very unique cave in the Nevada desert. He had discovered this cave in the past and was trying to find it again. After he did not return home, his girlfriend began to worry and contacted the authorities. Join us this week as we investigate the strange disappearance of Kenny Veach.  Thank you to our friends at Magic Mind for sponsoring this episode:  Magic Mind is offering an exclusive deal to Locations Unknown listeners.  Right now, with the discount code UNKNOWN20 at checkout, you can get 20% off your first one-time purchase.    But I think you’ll like their product so much, they’re offering 40% off on your first subscription – just use the discount code UNKNOWN20 at checkout.  But hurry – the discount codes are only good for 10 days.  To take advantage of these offers visit MAGICMIND.CO/UNKNOWN.  New Patreon Shoutouts - Crystal Haverfield, Dora Rich, Clarinda Landeros, Jill Damrose, Holly Bacon.   Patreon Anniversary - David Watson - Member since July 2020!  Episode suggestion shoutout: Eva Freeman (Patreon supporter for 1 year 8 months!) and Peter Smit.   Want to help the show out and get even more Locations Unknown content!  For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Patron of Locations Unknown and get access to our episodes two days before release, 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 Locations Unknown Store!  Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page.  (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown)  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!  View live recordings of the show on our YouTube channel: Locations Unknown - YouTube  Want to advertise on the podcast?  Visit the following link to learn more.  Advertise on Locations Unknown  Learn about other unsolved missing persons cases in America's wilderness at Locations Unknown.  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.  Also check us out on two new platforms - Pocketnet & Rumble.  You can view sources for this episode and all our previous episodes at: Sources — Locations Unknown    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/locations-unknown--6183838/support.

October 20th, 2018; a man goes scouting for a hunting location in the remote wilderness of Wyoming.  While driving to the destination, his pickup truck gets stuck in a large rut, north of the Pine Mountain Area.  Footprints leading away from the truck, eventually disappearing into the thick vegetation, are the only clues searches found.  Join us this week as we investigate the mysterious disappearance of Terry Meador.    Thank you to Athletic Greens for supporting this episode:  Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit (https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING). Again, that is (https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING) to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!  New Patreon Shoutouts - Kellie Morales, Luke Conde, Tish Mollett, Monica Medeiros.  Episode suggestion shoutout: Samantha Porter.  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 our episodes two days before release, 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 Locations Unknown Store!  Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page.  (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown)  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!  View live recordings of the show on our YouTube channel: Locations Unknown - YouTube  Want to advertise on the podcast?  Visit the following link to learn more.  Advertise on Locations Unknown  Learn about other unsolved missing persons cases in America's wilderness at Locations Unknown.  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.  Also check us out on two new platforms - Pocketnet & Rumble.   You can view sources for this episode and all our previous episodes at: Sources — Locations UnknownBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/locations-unknown--6183838/support.

In this weeks episode, we will be reviewing new updates to cases we've covered in past episodes; Gerren Kirk, Erika Lloyd, Bobby Bizup, & Paul Miller.  Join us this week as we compare our original theories to what actually happened in each case.  You can listen to the full episodes of each case discussed here:1- 02-25-2022 - EP. #55: Gerren Kirk - Mt. Hood National Forest - Oregon2- 12-05-2020 - EP. #32: Erika Lloyd - Joshua Tree National Park3- 01-17-2019 - EP. #03: Bobby Bizup - Rocky Mountain National Park4- 12-16-2018 - EP. #02: Paul Miller - Joshua Tree National Park   Thank you to our friends at Magic Mind for sponsoring this episode:  Magic Mind is offering an exclusive deal to Locations Unknown listeners.  Right now, with the discount code UNKNOWN20 at checkout, you can get 20% off your first one-time purchase.    But I think you’ll like their product so much, they’re offering 40% off on your first subscription – just use the discount code UNKNOWN20 at checkout.  But hurry – the discount codes are only good for 10 days.  To take advantage of these offers visit MAGICMIND.CO/UNKNOWN.  New Patreon Shoutouts - Matt Oslosky & Shelby Snow  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 our episodes two days before release, 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 Locations Unknown Store!  Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page.  (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown)  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!  View live recordings of the show on our YouTube channel: Locations Unknown - YouTube  Want to advertise on the podcast?  Visit the following link to learn more.  Advertise on Locations Unknown  Learn about other unsolved missing persons cases in America's wilderness at Locations Unknown.  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.  Also check us out on two new platforms - Pocketnet & Rumble.  You can view sources for this episode and all our previous episodes at: Sources — Locations UnknownBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/locations-unknown--6183838/support.

October 14, 2016.  A father, son, and uncle went on a routine hunting trip in the Oregon wilderness.  Deciding they could cover more ground, the group split up and planned to meet back at their truck later in the day.  When the father didn't return, his son set out to find him only to go missing as well.  Join us this week as we discuss the strange disappearance of Shawn Higgins.  Thank you to Athletic Greens for supporting this episode:   Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit (https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING). Again, that is (https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING) to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!  New Patreon Shout Outs: Charissa Lomonico, Jen Thompson and, Juli Bailey  Episode suggestion shout out: Fransisco Espinoza  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 our episodes two days before release, 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 Locations Unknown Store!  Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page.  (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown)  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!   View live recordings of the show on our YouTube channel: Locations Unknown - YouTube  Want to advertise on the podcast?  Visit the following link to learn more.  Advertise on Locations Unknown  Learn about other unsolved missing persons cases in America's wilderness at Locations Unknown.  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.  Also check us out on two new platforms - Pocketnet & Rumble.  You can view sources for this episode and all our previous episodes at: Sources — Locations UnknownBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/locations-unknown--6183838/support.

November 24, 1971, a man carrying a black attaché case hijacks a Northwest Orient Airlines flight out of Portland International Airport demanding a ransom payment.  What happens next stuns the flight crew and has puzzled law enforcement for the last 50 years.  Join us this week as we discuss the legend DB Cooper.  Note- We incorrectly stated it's been 42 (Or 40+) years since this incident multiple times in this episode, when it's actually been 50 years.  Sorry about the error.  Thank you to Athletic Greens for supporting this episode:  Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit (https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING). Again, that is (https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING) to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!  New Patreon Shout Outs: Brooke Noland, Joanna Bennett, Melissa Deutsch, Evan Kerin, Linda Eldridge, Marielle Watson, Amy Green, Rilza J, and Bekah Coombs.  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 our episodes two days before release, 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 Locations Unknown Store!  Become a Patron of the Locations Unknown Podcast by visiting our Patreon page.  (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown)  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!  View live recordings of the show on our YouTube channel: (https://www.youtube.com/locationsunknown)  Want to advertise on the podcast?  Visit the following link to learn more.  Advertise on Locations Unknown  Learn about other unsolved missing persons cases in America's wilderness at (https://locationsunknown.org)  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram.  Also check us out on two new platforms - Pocketnet & Rumble.  You can view sources for this episode and all our previous episodes at: (https://locationsunknown.org/sources)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/locations-unknown--6183838/support.