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Acadia After Dark Podcast 1 Year Anniversary Special
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Just in time for spooky season we have the Acadia After Dark 1 year anniversary special with over an hour of eerie encounters from our guests.
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Hey there Hikers,
Here's a little short about one of my favorite legendary cryptids from my neck of the woods. Hope this helps make the horrors of Monday a little less terrifying.
Here's a little short about one of my favorite legendary cryptids from my neck of the woods. Hope this helps make the horrors of Monday a little less terrifying.
February 2, 2026 at 12:51 PM
Hey there Hikers,
Here's a little short about one of my favorite legendary cryptids from my neck of the woods. Hope this helps make the horrors of Monday a little less terrifying.
Here's a little short about one of my favorite legendary cryptids from my neck of the woods. Hope this helps make the horrors of Monday a little less terrifying.
On May 12th, 1977, eighteen‑year‑old Bernard “Bunny” Ross Jr. walked away from his family’s home in Fort Kent, Maine.
Bunny never returned. To this day, Bernard “Bunny” Ross Jr. is missing, his fate locked away not by the woods, but by human silence.
Bunny never returned. To this day, Bernard “Bunny” Ross Jr. is missing, his fate locked away not by the woods, but by human silence.
February 1, 2026 at 2:22 AM
On May 12th, 1977, eighteen‑year‑old Bernard “Bunny” Ross Jr. walked away from his family’s home in Fort Kent, Maine.
Bunny never returned. To this day, Bernard “Bunny” Ross Jr. is missing, his fate locked away not by the woods, but by human silence.
Bunny never returned. To this day, Bernard “Bunny” Ross Jr. is missing, his fate locked away not by the woods, but by human silence.
On Sunday, August 31st, 1975, four‑year‑old Kurt Ronald Newton vanished from Natanis Point Campground in Coburn Gore, Maine, just six miles from the Canadian border.
Over 50 years later his disappearance remains unsolved.
Over 50 years later his disappearance remains unsolved.
January 25, 2026 at 1:18 AM
On Sunday, August 31st, 1975, four‑year‑old Kurt Ronald Newton vanished from Natanis Point Campground in Coburn Gore, Maine, just six miles from the Canadian border.
Over 50 years later his disappearance remains unsolved.
Over 50 years later his disappearance remains unsolved.
Morning Hikers,
Icy conditions down south and a deep freeze on the way for the weekend. While you get your coffee and wait for the car to defrost here's a little mystery from up the road. Keep those lanterns lit and stay safe out there.
Icy conditions down south and a deep freeze on the way for the weekend. While you get your coffee and wait for the car to defrost here's a little mystery from up the road. Keep those lanterns lit and stay safe out there.
January 22, 2026 at 12:40 PM
Morning Hikers,
Icy conditions down south and a deep freeze on the way for the weekend. While you get your coffee and wait for the car to defrost here's a little mystery from up the road. Keep those lanterns lit and stay safe out there.
Icy conditions down south and a deep freeze on the way for the weekend. While you get your coffee and wait for the car to defrost here's a little mystery from up the road. Keep those lanterns lit and stay safe out there.
Ever heard about our fearsome critter called the Will-am-alone? It's sort of like a squirrel but a little bigger and it likes to drop little balls of lichen into the eyes and ears of unsuspecting campers. The little gifts have a special ingredient that will send you on a trip you won't believe.
January 21, 2026 at 10:59 PM
Ever heard about our fearsome critter called the Will-am-alone? It's sort of like a squirrel but a little bigger and it likes to drop little balls of lichen into the eyes and ears of unsuspecting campers. The little gifts have a special ingredient that will send you on a trip you won't believe.
I spent some time by the water watching the snow fall today.
January 19, 2026 at 7:20 PM
I spent some time by the water watching the snow fall today.
Morning Hikers,
It's Monday again. What horrors await? Only time may tell...
As consolation, here is a legend from the deep woods of Maine for your entertainment.
It's Monday again. What horrors await? Only time may tell...
As consolation, here is a legend from the deep woods of Maine for your entertainment.
January 19, 2026 at 2:33 PM
Morning Hikers,
It's Monday again. What horrors await? Only time may tell...
As consolation, here is a legend from the deep woods of Maine for your entertainment.
It's Monday again. What horrors await? Only time may tell...
As consolation, here is a legend from the deep woods of Maine for your entertainment.
Another satisfied visitor to Acadia After Dark.
January 18, 2026 at 7:11 PM
Another satisfied visitor to Acadia After Dark.
On the morning of November 25th, 1975, just two days before Thanksgiving, Ludger “Ludgie” Belanger, age 25, set out to hunt in the snowy woods of Washington, Maine, near Route 105.
Ludger Belanger never came home, and those who may know why have never spoken. #Maine #unexplained
Ludger Belanger never came home, and those who may know why have never spoken. #Maine #unexplained
January 18, 2026 at 1:30 AM
On the morning of November 25th, 1975, just two days before Thanksgiving, Ludger “Ludgie” Belanger, age 25, set out to hunt in the snowy woods of Washington, Maine, near Route 105.
Ludger Belanger never came home, and those who may know why have never spoken. #Maine #unexplained
Ludger Belanger never came home, and those who may know why have never spoken. #Maine #unexplained
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It's Monday and I have another legend from the Maine woods to share with you all.
The Chenoo is a terrifying creature of Abenaki folklore. Find out why it was so feared by the people of the Pine Tree State and stay tuned for more stories from the dark places between the trees.
The Chenoo is a terrifying creature of Abenaki folklore. Find out why it was so feared by the people of the Pine Tree State and stay tuned for more stories from the dark places between the trees.
January 12, 2026 at 12:54 PM
It's Monday and I have another legend from the Maine woods to share with you all.
The Chenoo is a terrifying creature of Abenaki folklore. Find out why it was so feared by the people of the Pine Tree State and stay tuned for more stories from the dark places between the trees.
The Chenoo is a terrifying creature of Abenaki folklore. Find out why it was so feared by the people of the Pine Tree State and stay tuned for more stories from the dark places between the trees.
Who remembers the Great Ice Storm of '98? This week is the anniversary of one of the most devastating natural disasters in Maine’s history.
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 AM
Who remembers the Great Ice Storm of '98? This week is the anniversary of one of the most devastating natural disasters in Maine’s history.
Every Monday I will be sharing a short on our socials and YouTube. These shorts will be a minute or two long and will talk about a local bit of folklore in a bite-sized format perfect for busy mornings when you just need to get your fix of the After Dark.
January 5, 2026 at 1:46 PM
Every Monday I will be sharing a short on our socials and YouTube. These shorts will be a minute or two long and will talk about a local bit of folklore in a bite-sized format perfect for busy mornings when you just need to get your fix of the After Dark.
I spent some time today writing about my thoughts on the finale.
"Stranger Things is a love letter to ’80s sci‑fi, yes — but it’s also something more. Like Stand by Me or The Goonies, it’s a coming‑of‑age tale about friendship and the bonds that shape us."
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"Stranger Things is a love letter to ’80s sci‑fi, yes — but it’s also something more. Like Stand by Me or The Goonies, it’s a coming‑of‑age tale about friendship and the bonds that shape us."
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Stranger Things: A Love Letter to Nostalgia | Acadia After Dark
With Stranger Things coming to an end after 5 seasons over 9 years I reflect on my biggest lesson from the series.
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January 2, 2026 at 12:11 AM
I spent some time today writing about my thoughts on the finale.
"Stranger Things is a love letter to ’80s sci‑fi, yes — but it’s also something more. Like Stand by Me or The Goonies, it’s a coming‑of‑age tale about friendship and the bonds that shape us."
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"Stranger Things is a love letter to ’80s sci‑fi, yes — but it’s also something more. Like Stand by Me or The Goonies, it’s a coming‑of‑age tale about friendship and the bonds that shape us."
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Good evening Hikers,
2025 has been a fantastic year for horror. Here's a list of the ones that stuck with us. What were your favorites?
2025 has been a fantastic year for horror. Here's a list of the ones that stuck with us. What were your favorites?
December 29, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Good evening Hikers,
2025 has been a fantastic year for horror. Here's a list of the ones that stuck with us. What were your favorites?
2025 has been a fantastic year for horror. Here's a list of the ones that stuck with us. What were your favorites?
Good evening Hikers, now that we've had some time to sit with the ending of the first season of It Welcome to Derry I wanted to share some thoughts. @nomarslevik joined me for a chat about the events of the show, themes that it touched on and predictions for the future.
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youtu.be/zn1lqCeVuQw
Mainers React to It Welcome to Derry
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December 27, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Good evening Hikers, now that we've had some time to sit with the ending of the first season of It Welcome to Derry I wanted to share some thoughts. @nomarslevik joined me for a chat about the events of the show, themes that it touched on and predictions for the future.
youtu.be/zn1lqCeVuQw
youtu.be/zn1lqCeVuQw
Happy Holidays from the Acadia After Dark family to yours. Keep those lanterns lit and stay safe out there.
December 24, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Happy Holidays from the Acadia After Dark family to yours. Keep those lanterns lit and stay safe out there.
Good morning Hikers,
It's Monday again. Let this be your motivation. Let's get this dread.
It's Monday again. Let this be your motivation. Let's get this dread.
December 8, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Good morning Hikers,
It's Monday again. Let this be your motivation. Let's get this dread.
It's Monday again. Let this be your motivation. Let's get this dread.
Good evening Hikers,
Sharing an eerie encounter I stumbled across while doing research. A couple spots an odd light in the sky they just can't explain. A misidentified satellite or interstellar visitors to the Pine Tree State’s majestic lakes?
Sharing an eerie encounter I stumbled across while doing research. A couple spots an odd light in the sky they just can't explain. A misidentified satellite or interstellar visitors to the Pine Tree State’s majestic lakes?
November 11, 2025 at 2:32 AM
Good evening Hikers,
Sharing an eerie encounter I stumbled across while doing research. A couple spots an odd light in the sky they just can't explain. A misidentified satellite or interstellar visitors to the Pine Tree State’s majestic lakes?
Sharing an eerie encounter I stumbled across while doing research. A couple spots an odd light in the sky they just can't explain. A misidentified satellite or interstellar visitors to the Pine Tree State’s majestic lakes?
Hey there hikers,
After a bit of a break we are back with new episodes of the podcast! This week I spoke with local game developer Jordan, from Goosepoop Games about his new ttrpg, Black Flies, which you may have heard me talk about recently.
After a bit of a break we are back with new episodes of the podcast! This week I spoke with local game developer Jordan, from Goosepoop Games about his new ttrpg, Black Flies, which you may have heard me talk about recently.
November 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Hey there hikers,
After a bit of a break we are back with new episodes of the podcast! This week I spoke with local game developer Jordan, from Goosepoop Games about his new ttrpg, Black Flies, which you may have heard me talk about recently.
After a bit of a break we are back with new episodes of the podcast! This week I spoke with local game developer Jordan, from Goosepoop Games about his new ttrpg, Black Flies, which you may have heard me talk about recently.
Hey Hikers,
I wanted to tell you about a new game I think you'll enjoy. Check out Black Flies — a horror story ttrpg from Goosepoop Games that lets you explore the mysteries of a small island off the coast of Maine. Fans of the show are going to love this.
youtu.be/a4xdZwvyt3w
I wanted to tell you about a new game I think you'll enjoy. Check out Black Flies — a horror story ttrpg from Goosepoop Games that lets you explore the mysteries of a small island off the coast of Maine. Fans of the show are going to love this.
youtu.be/a4xdZwvyt3w
For Fans of Acadia After Dark - Black Flies: a Horror Story Game
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October 29, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Hey Hikers,
I wanted to tell you about a new game I think you'll enjoy. Check out Black Flies — a horror story ttrpg from Goosepoop Games that lets you explore the mysteries of a small island off the coast of Maine. Fans of the show are going to love this.
youtu.be/a4xdZwvyt3w
I wanted to tell you about a new game I think you'll enjoy. Check out Black Flies — a horror story ttrpg from Goosepoop Games that lets you explore the mysteries of a small island off the coast of Maine. Fans of the show are going to love this.
youtu.be/a4xdZwvyt3w
Good morning Hikers,
The horrors of Monday are upon us again. Keep those lanterns lit and stay safe out there. Let's get this dread.
The horrors of Monday are upon us again. Keep those lanterns lit and stay safe out there. Let's get this dread.
October 27, 2025 at 12:07 PM
Good morning Hikers,
The horrors of Monday are upon us again. Keep those lanterns lit and stay safe out there. Let's get this dread.
The horrors of Monday are upon us again. Keep those lanterns lit and stay safe out there. Let's get this dread.
I'm trying to reach 500 subscribers before the new year. Legends, folklore, and horror from the fog. Link is in the bio.
October 21, 2025 at 3:55 PM
I'm trying to reach 500 subscribers before the new year. Legends, folklore, and horror from the fog. Link is in the bio.
Have you subscribed to our YouTube yet? There's tons of great content to explore. I'm trying to get to 500 before the end of the year so any help is appreciated!
October 14, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Have you subscribed to our YouTube yet? There's tons of great content to explore. I'm trying to get to 500 before the end of the year so any help is appreciated!
Hikers,
A new video drops on the channel tonight. Another strange tale from our interstellar vacationland unfolds. Did the Man in Black encounter little green men in a quiet Maine town? Head on over to our youtube and subscribe now so you don't miss it.
A new video drops on the channel tonight. Another strange tale from our interstellar vacationland unfolds. Did the Man in Black encounter little green men in a quiet Maine town? Head on over to our youtube and subscribe now so you don't miss it.
October 10, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Hikers,
A new video drops on the channel tonight. Another strange tale from our interstellar vacationland unfolds. Did the Man in Black encounter little green men in a quiet Maine town? Head on over to our youtube and subscribe now so you don't miss it.
A new video drops on the channel tonight. Another strange tale from our interstellar vacationland unfolds. Did the Man in Black encounter little green men in a quiet Maine town? Head on over to our youtube and subscribe now so you don't miss it.