Revisiting the legend of The Bandage Man of Cannon Beach
The scenic stretch of hwy 101 in Cannon Beach, Oregon provides stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and the iconic Haystack Rock. But lurking in the darkness is the terrifying Bandage Man. Is this story just an urban legend meant to scare teenagers and tourists or is there truth behind the lore of the mummy wrapped bloody man. Sources:https://www.discoverourcoast.com/coast-weekend/coastal-life/haunted-history/article_d4c08ae6-08f4-11eb-919b-0b19892c207f.htmlhttps://factschology.com/mmm-podcast-articles/bandage-man-cannon-beach-oregonhttp://offbeatoregon.com/1904b.loggers-were-tough-guys-543.htmlhttps://www.beachconnection.net/news/bandage_man102519.phphttps://cbhistory.org/blog/spooky-stories-head-scratchers-tall-tales/https://forestryforum.com/board/index.php?topic=55507.0https://efchs.com/the-history-of-sawmills
26 Apr 46min
Terrible Tilly: The Lighthouse of legends and lost souls
Perched on a lonely rock off the Oregon coast, the Tillamook Rock Lighthouse has seen tragedy, shipwrecks, and storm-driven isolation. Known as Terrible Tilly, this infamous beacon has earned its haunted reputation — from the doomed wreck of the Lupatia to the chilling stories of restless spirits still lingering within its crumbling walls.Why do some say Tilly’s light still flickers in the dark? And what secrets are hidden in the shadows of this notorious lighthouse?Sources:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tillamook_Rock_Lighthttps://www.oregonlive.com/realestate/2023/03/crew-lands-on-remote-oregon-terrible-tilly-lighthouse-for-first-time-in-years-heres-what-they-found.html?outputType=amphttps://www.opb.org/article/2022/03/29/historic-terrible-tilly-tillamook-lighthouse-for-sale/https://www.lighthousefriends.com/light.asp?ID=135https://www.oregonlive.com/history/2023/09/the-women-who-survived-time-at-oregons-terrible-tilly-lighthouse.html?outputType=amphttps://www.atlasobscura.com/places/tillamook-rock-lighthouse-skbhttps://www.oregonencyclopedia.org/articles/tillamook_rock_lighthouse/https://visittheoregoncoast.com/cities/cannon-beach/activities/tillamook-rock-lighthouse/https://oregondiscovery.com/tillamook-rock-lighthousehttps://www.dailytidings.com/tillamook-rock-lighthouse/https://www.usalights.com/1US/oregon/TillamookRock.htm
25 Apr 21min
Secrets of Smugglers Cove: Tales from the Graveyard of the Pacific
Nestled along the rugged Oregon coast, Smugglers Cove is steeped in mystery and lore. Once a rumored hideout for pirates and bootleggers, this secluded bay’s rocky cliffs and misty shores hold countless secrets. From shipwrecks to whispered tales of hidden treasures, it’s a place where history and legend collide.Stay tuned as Mysterious Pacific Northwest dives into the eerie past of this coastal enigma. What secrets might still be lurking in the fog?Sources:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smuggler_Cove_Shell_Middenhttps://www.oregonencyclopedia.org/articles/oswald_west_state_park/https://waterpaths.org/beach-bench/#:~:text=Legend%20has%20it%20pirate%20treasure%20is%20hidden,named%20after%20the%2014th%20Governor%20of%20Oregon.
23 Apr 9min
Lost to the waves: Shipwrecks of the Graveyard of the Pacific
From tragic shipwrecks to haunting legends, the Graveyard of the Pacific has claimed countless vessels along the treacherous Pacific Northwest coast. In our latest episode, we explore the stories of those lost to the sea — and the wrecks that still linger on its shores. Tune in now for a journey through one of the most dangerous maritime regions in the world. #GraveyardOfThePacific #ShipwreckHistory #PodcastEpisodeSources: https://voiceoftheocean.org/shipwrecks/https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Graveyard_of_the_Pacifichttps://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=main.loadFile&load=_siteFiles%2Fpublications%2F%2F46058_Graveyard_of_Pacific_2020%28web%29101052.pdfhttps://www.oregonlive.com/history/2021/03/we-mapped-every-major-shipwreck-at-the-graveyard-of-the-pacific.html?outputType=amphttps://www.evergreencoastwa.com/graveyard-pacific/https://www.historylink.org/File/7936
21 Apr 24min
Lost to the Pacific: The Tragic sinking of the Frances H. Legget
In 1914, the steam schooner Frances H. Leggett set sail from Washington, overloaded with lumber and 67 souls aboard. As a violent storm overtook the ship off the Oregon coast, a rogue wave sealed its fate—sending it to the depths in one of the deadliest maritime disasters in Pacific Northwest history. Only two survived to tell the tale.Sources:https://www.opb.org/article/2022/09/18/oregon-coast-deadliest-shipwreck-francis-h-leggett/https://www.seashoreinnor.com/our-blog/shipwrecks-on-oregon-coast/https://cbhistory.org/blog/the-francis-h-leggett-shipwreckhttps://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Francis_H._Leggetthttps://www.seashoreinnor.com/our-blog/shipwrecks-on-oregon-coast/https://www.oregonencyclopedia.org/articles/shipwrecks-in-oregon/https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_shipwrecks_of_Oregonhttps://engines.egr.uh.edu/episode/2925
19 Apr 10min
The Lantern Man of Tokeland: A Ghostly Guardian of the Shore
Off the misty shores of Tokeland, Washington, a lone lantern flickers in the darkness. Locals whisper of a spectral figure—a fisherman lost to the sea, forever roaming the rocky coast. Is he a warning, a guardian, or something more sinister? Dive into the eerie legend of the Lantern Man of Tokeland in our latest episode! #GhostStories #PacificNorthwest #HauntedLegendsSources:https://paranormal-strange.fandom.com/wiki/Lantern_Manhttps://m.youtube.com/watch?v=W7Ti9HbyzG0https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=tiPb17mTaQM*Story written by Jen with help from anonymous reddit comments
18 Apr 6min
Guardians of the tides: The enduring legacy of the Chinook Tribe
Discover the powerful story of the Chinook people, the original stewards of the Columbia River’s mouth and the treacherous coastline known as the Graveyard of the Pacific. From their mastery of trade and navigation to their enduring cultural traditions, the Chinook have faced centuries of challenges — yet their resilience continues to shape the Pacific Northwest.Sources:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinookan_peopleshttps://chinooknation.orghttps://www.britannica.com/topic/Chinook-peoplhttps://chinooknation.org/who-we-are/https://lewis-clark.org/native-nations/chinookan-peoples/chinooks/https://web.pdx.edu/~b5cs/virtualmeier/society.htmhttps://www.legendsofamerica.com/chinookan-peoplehttps://thehistoryjunkie.com/chinook-tribe-facts-and-history/andreasavar - Etsy
16 Apr 11min
Creatures of the Graveyard of the Pacific
The Graveyard of the Pacific is known for its shipwrecks and stormy seas, but what about the creatures lurking beneath the waves? In this episode of Mysterious Pacific Northwest, we dive into eerie tales of cryptids said to haunt this treacherous coastline. From sea serpents spotted by sailors to the legendary Colossal Clatsop Beast, we explore the strange and unexplained. Are these creatures real, or just myths born from the misty waters?Sources:https://cardinaltimes.org/18440/feature/reviews/species-spotlight-top-10-cryptids-of-the-pacific-northwest/https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_cryptidshttps://www.discoverourcoast.com/coast-weekend/coastal-life/the-haunted-columbia-river/article_21805818-48f7-11ed-91d5-cf2bfcdc6b23.amp.htmlhttps://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/List_of_Cryptidshttps://www.proxi.co/blog/map-of-cryptids-in-america
15 Apr 28min
