In 1982 an incredible survival of 2 young boys occurred high on the slopes of Mount Washington.

Hugh Herr and Jeff Batzer were bracing for a storm, not knowing they were about to be in for the fight of their lives. While they survived, the story didn’t go without the loss of life, the sacrifice that all rescuers make, resulted in one not coming home. This is the other side of the story.

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The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.

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When a routine hike in New Mexico’s rugged Pecos Wilderness turns into a nightmare, Shannon Baruth and her loyal dog Annie find themselves hopelessly lost off-trail. With biting cold, rough terrain, and no clear path to safety, every step becomes a fight for survival. For four long days and nights, the pair endure the elements, relying only on grit, instinct, and their unbreakable bond to carry them forward.

The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.

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She was the only one still breathing.

High in the frozen wilderness near Mount Bradley, a small plane slammed into the mountainside in 1976—leaving 28-year-old Lauren Elder alone, injured, and stranded on a sheer cliff of ice and rock. No map. No food. No rescue in sight.

In this episode, you’ll step into Lauren’s boots as she faces an unthinkable fight for survival: clawing her way down a vertical mountainside, battling whiteout conditions, and pushing past the limits of human endurance. You’ll feel the fear, the isolation—and the impossible decisions she had to make to stay alive.

This isn’t just a survival story.

It’s a story about what happens when the world expects you to die… and you choose to live anyway.

Press play—and follow the footsteps of the woman who refused to disappear into the mountain.

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The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.

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Craig Kelly: a legendary snowboarder who influenced the shape of the sport we see today. He had an unmatched enthusiasm for sliding on the snow, and his joy in it emphasized his spirit in competition. Even once leaving the competition slopes, Craig was enthralled with the outdoors and the snow. Determined to become a back country guide, on his snowboard rather than skis, he pioneered the path for snowboarders all over the world today. In 2003, that path came to a sudden end when an avalanche broke look on the slopes of Durrand Glacier, and buried him, along with several others, under a dozen feet of snow.

Welcome back to Tragedy with a View.

The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.

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Dr. Jane Goodall: A Revolution in Understanding Our World

In this episode, we explore the extraordinary life and legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall—trailblazing primatologist, environmental activist, and one of the most influential voices for our planet. From her groundbreaking work with wild chimpanzees in Gombe Stream National Park to her global advocacy for conservation and compassion, Dr. Goodall didn’t just reshape science—she changed how millions of people see themselves, animals, and the Earth we share.

We dive into the discoveries that challenged long-held scientific beliefs, the personal journey that fueled her unwavering hope, and the movement she inspired across generations. Whether you’re a longtime admirer or just discovering her work, this episode shines a light on the revolutionary spirit and gentle determination of a woman whose impact continues to ripple across the world.

Join us as we celebrate Dr. Jane Goodall’s remarkable contributions—and explore why her message of empathy, stewardship, and action matters now more than ever.

The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.

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These stories gave me chills, and there are many more like them out there. When Flight 401 crashed into the Everglades, it happened due to a tiny, simple mistake. And those who died were seen again.

In this bonus episode, some of the Darkcast Network come together to create a compilation of spooky stories just for you! Each episode is 5-15 minutes long and contains content from the shows:

Book of the Dead

Day by Day True Crime Stories

Missing in the PNW

Murder in the PNW

Mythical True Crime

POD of Terror

Beyond the Rainbow

Rogue Darkness

The Final Trace

The Bell Witch Podcast

And yours truly, Tragedy with a View.

Enjoy!

In May of 1980 there were many questions, theories and thoughts about what the smoking and rumbling Mount St Helens would do. Would it just release a poof of smoke? All that build up for nothing? Would it spew lava in a stream down its sides? creating a torrent of red, oranges and reds that spread like a scene out of the movies? Or would it blow its top? When the world learned what it did on May 18th, blowing its top was a more accurate description than anyone could imagine. 57 people died due to the eruption. In this episode of Tragedy with a View, you will hear of one of those who lost his life, and of a family who got lucky.

Welcome back to Tragedy with a View.

The outdoors are a beautiful that can be filled with light and bliss and many different ways to bring yourself closer to those you love and yourself. But they can also be filled with terror and death, imminent and oppressive. Join me as we dig into these stories that inspire you to be just a little bit more careful while you’re in the outdoors. Please rate and subscribe from whatever listening platform you use.

Merch is now available here! https://5c8ffc-3.myshopify.com

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And don’t forget to send us a Campfire Confessional to tragedywithaview@gmail.com - accepting all stories from the outdoors but especially looking for those that make us laugh to help lighten the heaviness that comes with tragedy.