Welcome to our April episode: Cairn Canine Detection and the Case of the Snohomish Pioneer Cemetery!

Have you ever wondered how dogs could help locate unmarked graves? Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of canine detection and its role in uncovering the hidden histories of historic cemeteries. In this episode, we share our experience with Suzanne Elshult and June Mansfield and their team from Cairn Canine Detection, who use specially trained dogs to locate human remains in historic burial areas. Discover the science behind their methods, the challenges they face, and the stories of the Snohomish Pioneer Cemetery, including its connections to the early settlers of the region.

Images from this episode: on our webpage and Instagram @invisiblehistoriespnw

Don't miss the second part of this episode on April 28th, where we’ll reveal the findings of Cairn Canine Detection at the Duwamish Cemetery, also known as the "lost" Potter's Field.

We will also talk about our ideas for a public memorial for the 3,260 people buried there, and our upcoming immersive walking tours on May 2-3.

Show Notes:

Cairn Canine Detection

Join our live guided tours of the Lost Potters Field: Ticketstripe.com Seattle Lost Cemetery Tour

Misplaced Pioneers in Snohomish, WA

Pacific NW Adventure Sisters and the Snohomish Pioneer Cemetery

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Credits:

Recorded at Snohomish Pioneer Cemetery and WorksProgress.

Production Coordinator and Researcher: Jacob Neville.

Cover image: Design by Cari Simson

Music: Yoga Dogs by All Good Folks by Uppbeat.io

Cari Simson and Elke Hautala formed Invisible Histories to visually and viscerally connect the public to experiences from the past. Their Invisible Histories podcast unearths diverse local stories and forgotten places. www.invisible-histories.com

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