Locations Unknown

On the morning of August 23, 2008, a local man goes for an ATV ride on his property in Happy Valley, Tennessee, located on the border of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.  When he failed to contact his family, the local authorities were notified, and a search kicked off.  Days later, close to the National Park border, his abandoned ATV was found under strange circumstances.  Join us this week as we investigate the puzzling disappearance of Mike Hearon.  (Episode 89)Correction: We incorrectly stated that the raccoon is the state symbol of Tennessee.  The raccoon is the state's Official Wild Animal.  The state of Tennessee has a number of Official state symbols.  Thank you to supporter Rachel for alerting us to this mistake.    New Patreon Shoutouts - Allyse Karam, David Goldman, Mandalynn Carlson, Brenda Gissell, Nicole Santosuosso, Ashley Wicker, Jessica Randall.  Learn more about Locations Unknown: https://linktr.ee/LocationsUnknown  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 early access to our episodes before release, special Patreon only episode (Currently a backlog of 39 additional episodes), 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)All our Patreon only content (Audio & Video) can now be accessed via Spotify.  (Active subscription to our Patreon channel is required.) -- Locations Unknown Subscriber Only Show | Podcast on Spotify  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 2023, a Belgian tourist living in Tasmania for 6 months planned to take in the local nature scene by hiking the Philosopher Falls Walking Trail. It's an easy, well-marked trail that should only take 50, so she packed light. When family and friends could not reach her, they notified local authorities to report her missing. Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Celine Cremer.  (Episode 88)Since this disappearance happened recently and is still open, anyone with information on the whereabouts of Celine are urged to anonymously file a report at https://crimestopperstas.com.au or call 1800 333 0000.  New Patreon Shoutouts - Lilacsgirl, Bronwyn Trahan, Ray Jones, Connie Schommer, Zoe Skontos, Brandon Warren.   Episode suggestion shoutout: Diana Clark  Learn more about Locations Unknown: https://linktr.ee/LocationsUnknown  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 (Currently a backlog of 37 additional episodes), 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.

Enjoy this special "Subscriber Only" episode, normally released to only Locations Unknown Patreon supporters, YouTube Members, and Apple Premium Subscribers. If you'd like to support the show and get access to more episodes like this, visit our Patreon page and sign up for as little as $5 a month!  (https://www.patreon.com/locationsunknown)   In this episode, we listen and react to over 6 months of listener voicemails.     Learn more about Locations Unknown: https://linktr.ee/LocationsUnknown 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 (Currently a backlog of 37 additional episodes), 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.

December 1st, 1946, a young college student in Vermont set out on a hike in the Green Mountain National Forest.  After hitchhiking from her college to the Long Trail trailhead, she conversed with several hikers about the length of the trail.  This would be the last time anyone would hear from her.  Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Paule Jean Welden.  (Episode 87)Learn more about Locations Unknown: https://linktr.ee/LocationsUnknown  New Patron Shoutouts - Kayla Bibber.  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 (Currently a backlog of 37 additional episodes), 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  Credits:Host: Michael Van de Bogert Host: Joe Erato Research: Kim ReeseBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/locations-unknown--6183838/support.

With over 52 million acres, the US National Park & Forest system is home to some of the most breathtaking natural features on the planet. Tens of millions enjoy these areas every year.  Join us this week for an installment of, “National Forest Cold Cases” as we explore Olympic National Park.  Cases covered in this episode: Bryan Lee Johnston (Missing: 08/28/2013), John Devine (Missing: 09/07/1997), and James Griffin (Missing: 12/24/2014)  (Episode 86)New Patron Shoutouts - John McDonald, Amy Schlesener, Brittani Howell.   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 (Currently a backlog of 31 additional episodes), 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  Credits:Host: Michael Van de Bogert Host: Joe Erato Research: Kim ReeseBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/locations-unknown--6183838/support.

Join this week's investigation into the case of Trammell Evans, an experienced hiker who went missing during a solo hike in Joshua Tree National Park, California. Dive into the search efforts, the park's history, conservation, and the unanswered questions surrounding his disappearance in the desert wilderness.

With over 52 million acres, the US National Park & Forest system is home to some of the most breathtaking natural features on the planet. Tens of millions enjoy these areas every year.  Join us this week for an installment of, “National Forest Cold Cases” as we explore Oregon National Forests.  Cases covered in this episode: Robert Bobo, Derrick Engebretson, & Ronald Allen Ohm.  (Episode 84) New Patron Shoutouts - Kristina Cole   We would like to thank our friends over at Strange Outdoors for helping research today's cases.  You can visit them at strangeoutdoors.com.   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 (Currently a backlog of 31 additional episodes), 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.

With over 52 million acres, the US National Park system is home to some of the most breathtaking natural features on the planet. Ten's of millions enjoy these parks every year.  Join us this week for an installment of, “National Park Cold Cases” as we explore Mount Rainier National Park.  Cases covered in this episode: Lowell Linn, Eric Lewis, & Joseph Wood Jr.  (Episode 83)New Patreon Shoutouts - Teresa Vella Tusa, Tara Niederer, Linda Cox.  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 (Currently a backlog of 31 additional episodes), 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 2014, two Dutch college students arrive in Panama to start a six-week trek across the country.  They planned to explore Panama, learn Spanish, and help local charitable organizations.  On April 1st, the girls were hiking a trail named El Pianista, a hike that should have only taken a few hours, but were never seen again.  Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Kris Kremers & Lisanne Froon.  (Episode 82)New Patreon and YouTube Member shoutouts:  Lauren Austin, Trevor Hutton, Boyd Stephens, Jo Statzer, Colton Tharp, Catherine C, faithoryx, Terri Lynn, & Jessica Parks.  Episode suggestion shoutout: Larvin, Taylor Donaghy, Paige Biebas, & Watson.  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 (Currently a backlog of 31 additional episodes), 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.

July 21, 1996, a NPS Backcountry ranger with 28 years of experience sets off from his remote outpost, on a multi-day hike in the Kings Canyon National Park wilderness.  When he fails to radio in, a massive search kicks off.  Five years later, a gruesome discovery is made.  Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Randy Morgenson.  (Episode 81)Note on this episode: We recorded this episode in our new, unfinished studio space, so the audio quality might not sound as good as it normally does.  We are working to resolve this issue.  New Patreon Shoutouts: Rylin Jensen, Colleen Elliott, Leila Parker, Karina Bracken.  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 (Currently a backlog of 31 additional episodes), 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.