Arguably one of the most secluded, stereotyped, and misunderstood regions of the United States is Appalachia.

Not only a region, but a culture with their own distinct way of life,

the Appalachian people are unlike any other in this country.

A lengthy history of varying ethnic backgrounds, economic challenges, unique

language dialects, and geographic isolation have twisted and molded over time,

resulting in the various generalizations, assumptions, and

negative narratives often tossed about when speaking about this part of the world.

While much of what is purported about the Appalachian people is false or grossly exaggerated,

what stands true is their fascination with folklore.

Legends of man, bird-like creatures, a six-legged feline, poltergeist activity, a strange

nocturnal race of humanoids, and tales of a towering creature with a spade-shaped

head abound here.

Many of these tales of wicked beasts and creepy creatures

deter us from getting too close,

shared generation to generation as a type of warning,

but there is a phenomenon that breaks that pattern.

Like staring into a campfire, humans have been mesmerized by the spectacle for centuries,

which has lured us into the forests of North Carolina in search of the truth.

And like moths to a flame, we just can't seem to stay away. Welcome to National Park After Dark. You're going to do. who are heading to the

who are heading to the south and this sounds like a very

crypted-esque folklori episode.

I know we haven't done in a while and I don't want to burst anyone's bubble like way too quick here,

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