In 2014 Oregon Field Guide set off to explore the possible findings of a new cave system rumored to exist inside the glacier on the crater's south side of Mt St. Helens.
The segment aired with a fascinating story of its discovery but the shoot did not end as hoped. This behind-the-scenes view will reveal the difficult challenges and circumstances that lead to a dramatic departure from the crater.
The original story that aired last season, Discovery on Mount Saint Helens, has a detailed account from the producer, Ed Jahn, on what happened that day. No one could have predicted the ending.
Behind the Scenes Mt St Helens Glacial Cave
Producer/Editor: Danika Sandoz, Videographer: Todd Sonflieth
Discovery on Mount Saint Helens
Producer: Ed Jahn, Videographer/Editor: Todd Sonflieth, Audio: Steven Vaughn Kray, Additional Video: Brent McGregor, USGS/Cascade Volcano Observatory
Special Thanks: JL Aviation
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Setting up camp in a spectacular setting.
Videographer Todd Sonflieth and Producer Ed Jahn discuss their options on the now treacherous Mt St Helens.