10/30/2026
That time I went to Gitchie Manitou State Preserve by myself, but took my Facebook followers along on a live stream. 😳
I had never been there before, wasn’t sure where I was going, and had just heard the story of what happened there.
On November 17, 1973, five teenagers from Sioux Falls were attacked by three brothers at the preserve in northwest Iowa. Four boys were murdered, and 13-year-old Sandra Cheskey was the only survivor.
Knowing that history made it definitely creepy being out there by myself. But it was interesting having so many of you on my live, following along as I explored and learned about what happened.
If you ever get the chance, go check it out. It’s a beautiful place with a heartbreaking history.
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