Author Lyle Blackburn joins Chester Moore to unravel the eerie true story of the Lake Worth Monster—also known as the Greer Island Goatman—in this chilling Halloween edition of Dark Outdoors®.

In our special annual Halloween cryptozoology episode, host Chester Moore sits down with acclaimed author and researcher Lyle Blackburn to discuss his latest book, The Lake Worth Monster: The True Story of the Greer Island Goatman.
This deep dive explores:


The legend and lore of the Lake Worth Monster


Why this case has been so misunderstood for decades


How the story of the Goatman of Greer Island continues to haunt Texas folklore


The broader place of cryptids and creepy creatures in Halloween storytelling


If you love cryptozoology, Texas legends, or spine-tingling mysteries tied to the outdoors, this episode will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Strange Drone Encounters In the Great Outdoors

Dark Outdoors® is a multiple award-winning podcast that investigates terrifying encounters, unsolved mysteries, crime, and dangerous wildlife.
Hosted by award-winning wildlife journalist and conservation communicator Chester Moore, each episode investigates the darker side of the outdoors through gripping storytelling, expert interviews, and firsthand reporting.
From serial killers in remote forests and missing persons cases to poaching, wildlife trafficking, deadly animal attacks, cryptids, and emerging wildlife threats like screwworm, Dark Outdoors uncovers the stories most outdoor enthusiasts never hear.
Whether the danger comes from nature, criminals, or the unexplained, one truth remains: the outdoors has a dark side.