Dark Outdoors seeks to raise awareness to the growing dangers in the wilds of North America. From increasing criminal elements in our national forests to serial killers, human-animal conflict and strange weather patterns, Dark Outdoors digs deep to bring you in-depth coverage. Hosted by award-winning wildlife journalist Chester Moores , Dark Outdoors covers what the mainstream media ignores with interviews with survivors, experts and investigators.
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Shark Attack At South Padre Island: Multiple Victims?
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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 w…
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The Real Candyman, Lost Boys And Their Bodies At The Texas Beach
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On this Dark Outdoors short episode, host Chester Moore recounts a story of a young boy who saw the original Candyman-serial killer Dean Corrl dumping a body. We tell some forgotten details of Corrl's reign of terror.By darkoutdoors
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The Creepy Shack & The Man With the Paper Sack Mask
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In another edition of Dark Outdoors shorts we learn about creator Chester Moore's encounter with a creepy shack in the woods and seeing a man wearing overalls with a paper sack on his head. We also hear a story of a man who encountered a similar shack in his youth and encountering a "wild man" there. Don't miss our weekly Dark Outdoors shorts this …
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The Hidden Tsunami Dangers In the Gulf of Mexico
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Did you know the Gulf of Mexico has had tsunamis? Experts are sounding the alarm they could happen again. We cover this and talk about an 800 foot tsunami (for real) in this mini episode of Dark Outdoors. Between our two annual seasons of deep-dive episodes we will be releasing these mini episodes on a variety of Dark Outdoors topics. Dark Outdoors…
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The Zodiac Killer, Self Defense & The Dangers of America's Parks & Suburban Forests
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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 profile the case of a woman who used self defenses techniques to nearly take out an infamous killer. We also talk about the identity of the Zodiac Killer and who host Chester Moore thinks…
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Deer Massacres and Dolphin Shootings: America's Teen Poaching Crisis
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In this special investigative episode Chester Moore talks about his nine-year look into what he has dubbed the teen poaching crisis. Hear about teens that shot dolphins, kidnapped Key deer and slaughtered eagles. What is going on? What's the cause? And more importantly, what's the solution? This episode's Missing in the Wild segment is brought to y…
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Border Dangers: What The Mainstream Media Is Not Telling You
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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 dee…
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Unsolved Outdoors Cases With Kylie Low of Dark Downeast
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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.By darkoutdoors
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Did A Cougar Kill Christopher Whiteley Or Was It Something Or Someone Else?
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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'…
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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…
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Terrifying Screams: What Are Those Sounds Terrifying Hunters, Campers and HIkers?
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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 welcom…
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The Legend of Boggy Creek and Creepy Cryptids
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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 Cha…
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Attacked By Feral Dogs: Canines Are Maiming and Killing People In The Wild
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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 …
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Park Predators With Investigative Journalist Delia D’Ambra
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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 Follo…
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Sam Houston National Forest: Missing People, The Recently Proven Serial Killer You Didn’t Hear About & High Strangeness
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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 o…
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Real Life Southern Comfort, Serial Killer Encounter While Surf Fishing & The Bloody Man In the Woods
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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…
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When Hogs Kill: Mind Blowing Research & Accounts of Hog Attacks
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Join host Chester Moore as he interviews world renowned hog attack expert Dr. Jack Mayer as they discuss hog attacks. Learn about the link between dogs and hog attacks, an account of a legitimate (human) predatory hog, what to do if attacked by a hog and much more. Dark Outdoors is brought to you by Texas Fish & Game and Texas Frightmare Weekend.…
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Texas Cattle Mutilations: What No One Else Will Tell You
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In this wild episode of Dark Outdoors, host Chester Moore and fellow author/researcher Jeff Stewart dive into the strange cattle mutilations in Texas that have grabbed national headlines. What is the source of these grisly crimes? It might not be what everyone else is saying. Get a different spin on this topic on this episode of Dark Outdoors. Dark…
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Death On Lady Bird Lake: Mysterious Water Deaths In Austin and Smiley Face Killer Similarites
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In the kick-off of season two of Dark Outdoors, host Chester Moore interviews William Ramsey of William Ramsey Investigates about the mysterious water deaths at Lady Bird Lake in Austin. Are they linked the the smiley face killer phenomenon? Is there something strange and terrifying going on or are these just random drownings? Moore and Ramsey also…
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Halloween Bonus Episode: Dark Outdoors In The Movies
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In this bonus episode of season one, host Chester Moore interviews his longtime friend and spooky movie fan Patrick Trumble as they talk about the weirdest, wildest and scariest movies that take place in the dark outdoors. Get more info www.darkoutdoors.com Instagram.com/thechestermoore Dark Outdoors is brought to you by the following: *Texas Frigh…
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Horse Serial Killers & The Mysterious TX Horse Massacre
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In this shocking episode, host Chester Moore digs deep into the shocking serial killing of horses in Texas and Nevada. He is joined by author and researcher Jeff Stewart as they unveil some new details in the horse killing trends and discuss possible motives behind horse massacres in Texas and serial horse killings that are happening in multiple st…
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Strange Water Deaths, The Smiley Face Killers & Outdoors Death Cults
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If you think you've heard it all in true crime and outdoors mysteries, think again. Chester Moore interviews William Ramsey of William Ramsey Investigates about mysterious water deaths that have been puzzling police around the nation. This takes us into the "Smiley Face Killers" phenomenon and we also delve into death cults link to murders in the g…
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Bitten By A Cottonmouth: Firsthand Account Of A Serious Snakebite
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Join Dark Outdoors host Chester Moore as he interviews veteran and outdoors lover Lucas Pelt who experienced a very serious cottonmouth bite. Learn how it happened and the experience Pelt had in the aftermath. In our Dark Outdoors defense segment, we check in with renowned snake venom expert Dr. Spencer Greene and learn what to do if you do get bit…
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Rising Shark Numbers, Shark Attacks & New Shark Deterrent Tech
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In episode four of Dark Outdoors, host Chester Moore digs deep into the rising shark numbers in the Gulf of Mexico, shark attacks and shark deterrent technology. Learn the following: *Which shark species are on the rise and how sharks are a vital part of the ecosystem *The truth about the bull shark's attitude *Which species never gets mentioned on…
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The Phantom Killer, Moonlight Murders And Dangers of Urban Forests & Parks
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In this epic, hour-long episode, Dark Outdoors host Chester Moore dives into the iconic unsolved Moonlight Murders and the Phantom Killer made famous in 1976's classic "The Town That Dreaded Sundown". This show examines how the phantom operated and compares it to dangers lurking today from similar predators. It begins with a personal brush with dan…
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Ship Channel Tsunamis: Terrifying Tales of Rogue Waves In Texas Bays
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In this in-depth, roller coaster of an episode, host Chester Moore talks with fishermen who have experienced gigantic rogue waves in Texas bays and ship channels. Ever seen a 10 foot wave that went across an entire bay? How about a 15 footer with a sheer wall that hit a 15 foot boat? We have these stories and more from eyewitnesses/survivors, plus …
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Apex Predators:Ted Bundy And Serial Killers In America’s Forests
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In the debut episode of Dark Outdoors, host Chester Moore examines Ted Bundy's reign of terror in the great outdoors and talks with the New York Times best-selling author who captured his definitive interviews. In this program we cover: *How Ted Bundy used the great outdoors for his crimes *The seldom-discussed forest-serial killer connection. *Why…
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