EPISODE · May 8, 2026 · 35 MIN
Creepy Stairs In The Woods & Chicago Crime Scene Bear!
from Gear Abby: An Outdoor Advice Column For Your Ears
Are those random stairs in the forest actually haunted or just leftovers from long-forgotten buildings?This week on Gear Abby, we dig into the eerie legend of “stairs in the woods,” exploring where the spooky stories came from and why your brain reacts so strongly when you see them on trail.Next, one ski-trip debate gets settled once and for all: does alcohol really hit harder at altitude? Shawnté breaks down the science behind blood alcohol levels, dehydration, and why mountain drinking can feel rougher than expected.Finally, a first-time backpacker worries that deodorant, sunscreen, and moisturizer might attract bears. Gear Abby explains what really draws bears in and why you can probably keep your face lotion without becoming bear bait.Got a question (or a spooky trail story) for Gear Abby?Send it to [email protected]... because there are no dumb questions, just smart advice.Gear Abby is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
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Creepy Stairs In The Woods & Chicago Crime Scene Bear!
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