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America’s National Parks Podcast

The Mysterious Disappearance of Everett Ruess: Artist, Adventurer, and Enigma

America’s National Parks Podcast

RV Miles Network

Science, Nature, Places & Travel, Society & Culture:places & Travel, Society & Culture, History

4.9870 Ratings

🗓️ 17 April 2023

⏱️ 19 minutes

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Summary

Join us as we explore the enigmatic life and mysterious disappearance of Everett Ruess, a young artist, poet, and adventurer who vanished without a trace in the remote wilderness of southeastern Utah in 1934. We'll delve into Ruess' life, his love for the rugged landscapes of the American Southwest, and the enduring fascination with his unsolved disappearance. We'll also discuss the modern-day search for answers, the tantalizing DNA evidence, and how you can follow in Ruess' footsteps by visiting Capitol Reef National Park. Sponsored by LL Bean | www.llbean.com and by Campendium | www.campendium.com

Transcript

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Imagine wandering through the vast untamed landscapes of the American Southwest, the Red Rock Canyons,

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towering sandstone cliffs, and ancient ruins whispering stories of those who came before.

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Now imagine vanishing into those very landscapes, leaving behind a trail of mystery that has captivated adventurers,

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artists, and historians for nearly a century.

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This is the story of Everett Roos, a young explorer who stepped into the wilds of southeastern Utah to never be seen again.

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I'm Jason Epperson, and this is the America's National Parks Podcast.

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In today's episode, we'll journey into the heart of Capitol Reef National Park, retracing the

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final footsteps of this enigmatic wanderer.

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We'll dive into the life and adventures of Everett Roos and try to unravel the mystery that still shrouds his

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disappearance.

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Along the way we'll discover a landscape of timeless beauty, an untamed wilderness that has inspired generations of explorers just like Roos to seek

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solace and adventure in the Wild Southwest. Before we delve into the life and mystery of Everett Roost, it's essential to understand the landscapes

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that captured his heart and ultimately claimed him.

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Our story takes us to Southeastern Utah, a land of striking geological formations, rich cultural

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history, and vast rugged wilderness.

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Capital Reef National Park, established in 1971, stretches over 240,000 acres of unique geological features,

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including the water pocket fold, a nearly 100 mile long wrinkle in the Earth's crust.

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The park's colorful cliffs, domes, and canyons create a breathtaking landscape

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that has fascinated visitors for centuries. The geological formations of southeastern Utah tell a story of millions of years of Earth's history.

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