A South Texas deer hunt turns terrifying when a father and son encounter what appears to be an organized crime unit in the brush country. Dark Outdoors® investigates the hidden dangers along America’s borderlands.

Welcome to Dark Outdoors®, where we shine a light on the often-ignored perils of the wilderness. In this episode, Chester Moore explores the increasing encounters with crime, unstable wildlife, and unexpected dangers in the outdoors—especially near America’s borders.

The episode features:

A firsthand account from a father and son deer hunt gone wrong in South Texas, where they stumbled into what seemed to be an organized crime unit operating in the brush country

A conversation with Sheriff Ronnie Dodson of Brewster County, detailing the real challenges of enforcing law and order in vast, remote territories

Alarming trends in property damage, theft, human trafficking, and misuse of drones and advanced optics by criminal groups in border areas

Practical advice for outdoor enthusiasts on how to handle encounters with illegal migrants, using defensive strategies like bear spray, and the importance of readiness, prayer, and self-defense

We also highlight the poignant case of Teresa Hartley in our Missing in the Wild segment, brought to you by B.A.C. Shows—a reminder of the unsolved cases that still demand awareness and justice.

This episode underscores the hidden dangers of borderland wilderness areas, urging hunters, landowners, fishermen, hikers, and campers to stay vigilant and prepared.

Dark Outdoors® is sponsored by Texas Fish & Game.