EP 58: THE OKLAHOMA TWOFER!

I feel like there is a mystery surrounding the state of Oklahoma. Like out of all the states this one might be the one I know the least about and maybe you might feel the same way. But don't worry because we are going to fix that with the newest episode of Campfire Adventures, it's a twofer! So whether it's while you're enjoying the lakes around the state or taking some time to enjoy the sand dunes there have been disappearances that seem unexplainable in the state, but local legend seems to have some ideas on possible explanations. Check out this week's episode of Campfire Adventure and hear about the Oklahoma Octopus and the Oklahoma Bermuda Triangle. Enjoy!

The lakes of Oklahoma on a map

A Giant Pacific Octopus vs A Human

Beaver Dunes Park on a map

A painting of Francisco Vázquez de Coronado

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