176: “He’s Okay – We Just Can’t Find Him”. The Disappearance of Jaryd Atadero. Roosevelt National Forest.

On October 2nd, 1999, 3 year-old Jaryd Atadero vanished on a group hike in the Roosevelt National Forest of Colorado, and his father Allyn has been searching for answers to who (or what) what was responsible ever since. The search for Jaryd set off one of the largest search and rescue missions in the state’s history and has remained one of Colorado’s greatest unsolved mysteries. We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon  or Apple Subscriptions to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website. Thank you so much to our partners, check them out! Athena Club: Get started with Athena Club today by shopping in-store at Target nationwide. BetterHelp: National Park After Dark is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off. Beam: Use our link and code NPAD for up to 40% off.   Sources Missing: The Jaryd Atadero Story by Allyn and Arlyn Atadero, US Forest Service , All Trails , New York Times, USFS, Coloradoan, Denver Post

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