Crime Off The Grid

Join the conversation with Nicole Snell, an award-winning international speaker, CEO of Girls Fight Back, founder of Outdoor Defence, trainer, TEDx speaker, self defense expert, backcountry adventurer, super fun badass, and oh so much more, as she shares her strategies feel and be safe and confident in the great outdoors. Listen and share this episode with someone you know who recreates in outdoor and wild places!Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) FacebookLearn more about Nicole https://www.nicolesnell.com/https://www.nicolesnell.com/girls-fight-back

This week, we’re joined by the hosts of the Locations Unknown Podcast, Joe and Mike, as our special guests on Crime Off the Grid. Together we dig into the darker side of the outdoors—where disappearances and true crime quite possibly collide. You won’t want to miss this crossover conversation!Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook

A woman, who’s an inexperienced hiker, goes on a “thigh killing” trail to the top of Bear Mountain. She goes off the edge resulting in her death. What really happened? Was it an accident or the perfect crime in the wild? You decide.Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebookhttps://nypost.com/2024/06/29/us-news/womans-brother-claims-husband-behind-fatal-fall-off-mountain-cliff-just-a-cruel-man/https://www.ocregister.com/2024/07/25/police-try-to-unravel-mysterious-death-of-huntington-beach-woman-on-arizona-hiking-trail/https://idahonews.com/news/nation-world/mother-falls-to-her-death-from-cliff-arizona-mountain-sedona-yavapai-county-sheriffs-office-40-year-olf-zaynab-joseph-california-airbnb-husband-infant-hikers-helicopter#https://www.facebook.com/658670549/posts/10163657103765550/?mibextid=WC7FNe&rdid=HEIldu90XMlkrIV3 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/animals-and-us/202004/how-many-people-who-die-suicide-first-kill-their-pets  RESOURCES: National Domestic Violence Hotline https://www.thehotline.org/Call 800.799.SAFE Text START to 88788

Today’s story takes us to the remote and breathtaking Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area, a place where there are deep, colorful canyons and unique rock formations, and the red cliffs drop into deep, cold water… and where, in 1996, a family trip turned into something far darker.Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook

Today's stories include a murdered paddle boarder, a man charged with stalking and assault in Yellowstone and is caught in Grand Teton NP, a Yosemite man wanted for assault is missing, a child is attacked by a mountain lion in Olympic NP, 3 teens have been found murdered in a National Forest,and the USFS has been busy with rescues.Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook

Five men, all enjoying the outdoors—hunting, fishing, hiking, jogging—killed in cold blood across rural Ohio. No witnesses. No  motive. No suspect. This is the story of Thomas Lee Dillon, the sniper who hunted outdoorsmen. And for years, no one even knew he existed.Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook Sources: https://murderpedia.org/male.D/d/dillonthomas.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Dillon

We asked, and you responded with your tips and comments on what you all do to keep safe from crime while enjoying your National Parks, Forests, and other Wild Places! We love hearing from you so keep the comments coming!Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook

A man who stole a vehicle in Wisconsin, and was reported as "critically missing," ends up in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore where rangers did what rangers do and bring the fleeing felon's high speed hide and seek to an end. Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) FacebookUnited States District CourtWestern District of Michigan (Southern Division (1))CRIMINAL DOCKET FOR CASE #: 1:24-mj-00344-PJG-1 https://www.recordpatriot.com/news/article/missing-wisconsin-man-found-arrested-sleeping-19707956.php https://www.recordpatriot.com/news/article/benzie-deputy-k-9-duo-honored-arrest-sleeping-19971940.php https://glenarborsun.com/wisconsin-man-in-stolen-car-at-large-near-glen-arbor/

Graphic Warning:  This episodes discusses a violent event, briefly, with some detail that may be hard for some to listen. When friends go to their favorite spot on the lake and sleep under the stars, a monster appears and commits the most heinous attack.Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebookhttps://www.gjsentinel.com/news/western_colorado/three-accused-of-setting-fire-to-business/article_998462b2-bd5c-11e8-87bd-10604b9f7e7c.htmlhttps://www.destinationwest.org/home-page/stewarts-point-lake-mead-national-recreation-area#/https://www.gjsentinel.com/news/western_colorado/man-avoids-prison-in-child-sex-assault-case/article_9c4ca852-2341-5567-afce-1211529789a3.html United States District CourtDistrict of Nevada (Las Vegas)CRIMINAL DOCKET FOR CASE #: 2:23-cr-00103-JCM-NJK-1

Double the rangers, double the tales!  Rangers Chris and Jodi join Tara and Nancy and share some funny and wacky tales.  Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook

Yellowstone Superintendent Cam Sholly shares the events that took place on July 4, 2024 that resulted in countless lives saved in the Canyon Village area.Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook

Crime Off the Grid Newsroom, your source for news and commentary from wild places. Update on the Cuyahoga Valley National Park murder suspect Chelsea Perkins; A rapper breaks the rules in Yellowstone; What just happened in Isle Royale?; and the largest fine ever for an endagered species act crime.Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook

At the time of this recording (June 14, 2025), a manhunt is underway for Travis Decker, who is suspected in the murder of his 3 daughters in a campground in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, located in the Cascade Range of Washington state. All eyes and ears are needed to help authorities capture the fugitive to safely end this manhunt, and bring the triple child murderer to justice.HELP FOR WHITNEY DECKERhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/support-whitney-deckerSupport the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) FacebookSources: https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/who-is-travis-decker.amphttps://www.kiro7.com/news/local/he-keeps-getting-more-unstable-wenatchee-mother-raised-alarms-before-daughters-found-dead/PGA65DHYFZF2HO2P76WJGUYXJI/https://www.npr.org/2025/06/10/nx-s1-5429550/travis-decker-daughters-murder-manhunt-washington https://www.cnn.com/2025/06/08/us/travis-decker-daughters-washington-manhunthttps://www.king5.com/article/news/crime/enchantments-surrounding-areas-closed-manhunt-travis-decker/281-e0e5c17c-feeb-42d6-ab18-565434265989#:~:text=Enchantments%2C%20surrounding%20areas%20closed%20during,the%20deaths%20of%20three%20sisters.&text=LEAVENWORTH%2C%20Wash%20%E2%80%94%20The%20Enchantments%2C,of%20the%20Pacific%20Crest%20Trail.&text=The%20Enchantment%20closure%20boundary%20area%20during%20the%20manhunt%20for%20Travis%20Decker.https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/search-travis-decker-continues-new-tactics/281-bfdb14dd-efcc-49ec-b3d6-81d7d447c1f7 https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/law-justice/search-for-travis-decker-continues-we-believe-we-are-closing-in/ https://globalnews.ca/news/11238700/travis-decker-manhunt-updates-3-daughters-dead/

Stalking is a serious crime.  Learn about stalking and take note of these cautionary stories from national parks. If you haven't already, listen to "Yellowstone; Stalked" released January 12, 2025, go back and check it out.Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) FacebookSources: First hand accountResources:For more inforamtion about stalking:https://www.stalkingawareness.org/contact/

A brutal double homicide that occurred in Shenendoah National Park's wilderness in 1996 went cold for nearly 3 decades.  Finally, the killer is exposed for what he did to Lollie and Julie.Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) FacebookSources:https://www.outsideonline.com/culture/books-media/shenandoah-murders-trailed-kathryn-miles-queer-women-outdoors/ https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/murders-at-shenandoah https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/richmond/news/fbi-richmond-identifies-suspect-in-1996-shenandoah-national-park-double-murder Trailed: One Woman’s Quest to Solve the Shenandoah Murders

Discussing news about moose, bison, and scaulding water.  Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) FacebookSources: https://www.thestreet.com/travel/woman-is-first-to-get-injured-from-this-at-national-park-in-2024https://www.google.com/search?q=From+USA+TODAY+2+people+found+dead+at+Bryce+Canyon+National+Park+after+apparent+fall%3A&rlz=1C1UEAD_en__1077__1077&oq=From+USA+TODAY+2+people+found+dead+at+Bryce+Canyon+National+Park+after+apparent+fall%3A&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqBggAEEUYOzIGCAAQRRg7MgcIARAhGI8CMgcIAhAhGI8C0gEIMzk2MGowajSoAgCwAgE&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2025/03/06/suspect-wanted-murder-dies-officer-involved-shooting/https://www.sacbee.com/news/nation-world/national/article304349481.htmlhttps://www.krtv.com/news/montana-and-regional-news/man-gored-by-bison-in-yellowstone-national-park

Rangers respond to a call that typically would have been a warning for a violation, but rangers always have to be prepared for anything.  What happens in a campground... welll, we'll just let the title of this episode be enough of a description.Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook

Visitors report seeing a pool of blood next to an abandoned pick up in the Buck Hollow area of the park. Are they now looking for an injured person, or perhaps a body?  Rangers team up to solve the mystery.Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook

Listen to a park ranger tell his story a serious confrontation on the border with a violent member of a drug cartel. For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) FacebookSource:First hand account

Bringing you news and commentary from wild and off the grid places.For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook