Submitted Jan 9, 2026 at 8:06 PM• 7 hours ago
Updated Jan 9, 2026 at 10:36 PM
• 4 hours ago
Only the Soviets could somehow fuck up one of the largest freshwater lakes on earth, one so big it was considered a minor sea. This airfield and it's associated facility used to be on a massive island in the former Aral sea, before corrupt irrigation schemes drained it down to nearly nothing. More sinisterly, this airfield was constructed for the sole service of the former Aralsk-7 facility, a soviet biological weapons testing and development site that operated from its founding in 1954 to the collapse of the soviet union in november of 1991. through this time, it lost it's island status, and had a small but not insignificant number of leaks, most notably an incident in 1971 regarding weaponized smallpox. After a US-led and funded cleanup operation bulldozed the site, it was discovered former employees simply buried barrels containing samples of weaponized anthrax, malaria, and other diseases on site before abandoning it during the collapse. while largely purified and completely levelled, mysterious diseases continue to ravage the formerly coastal communities around the aral basin, likely from bioweapons science has yet to name leaking into the water table. I'm listing this hear in case anyone makes another discovery here, as I'm sure scrappers, thieves and the occasional spy have visited and stashed something of note from time to time. If you make the trip, lets not meet, I prefer my blood not oozing out of my eyes and fingernails. -Fungus
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Submitted Jan 9, 2026 at 2:09 PM• 13 hours ago
Updated Jan 9, 2026 at 4:09 PM
• 11 hours ago
Labelled as a night club on google maps, once upon a time this was baby's first site. Certainly my first, and a nice one at that. the superstructure has been torn down now, and a few hooligans I know burnt through several cans of flex seal to disable an excavator on site in protest of the construction. All seems quiet now, as the town is notorious for refusing to re-zone land, often causing construction companies to abandon projects. If you're a hobbyist in the area, looking for your first spooky experience, there is still something to be found here. Follow the path, and you may end up among the rest of us. Good hunting, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. -Fungus
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Submitted Jan 9, 2026 at 1:57 PM• 13 hours ago
Updated Jan 9, 2026 at 4:09 PM
• 11 hours ago
Low level, perfect exploration spot for beginners. Maybe 1 mile's worth of trains next to an ice cream parlor and pool supply shop. Bushes and industrial autonomous yards on either side ensure very low chance of being seen. some ladders to climb onto roofs, some passenger cars to explore, at least 2 locomotives in various states, and a small bridge over a little river. Nice tooth-cutter for wannabe explorers and those looking to get their feet wet. One of the stepping stones on my journey to get to where I am now, some giant shoulders to stand on here. -Fungus
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Submitted Jan 7, 2026 at 8:26 PM• 2 days ago
Updated Jan 7, 2026 at 8:27 PM
• 2 days ago
According to the graffiti, the bridge was built in 1911 to connect the Morristown train line to Erie, PA, to ship mined ores across the great lakes. Surprisingly beautiful art, physically challenging climb as well. I prefer to go in winter, when all the puddles are frozen. Excellent warm up/tooth cutter. Have some sympathy, and have some taste. -Fungus
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Submitted Jan 7, 2026 at 7:08 PM• 2 days ago
Updated Jan 7, 2026 at 7:47 PM
• 2 days ago
Letchworth Village was a residential primarily psychiatric institution located in Rockland County, New York, built to house the physically and mentally disabled of all ages, from the newborn to the elderly. With construction completed and the facility opening in 1911, Letchworth Village at its peak consisted of over 130 buildings spread out over many acres of land. It was named for William Pryor Letchworth, who was a major advocate for reform in the treatment and care of the insane, epileptics, and poor children at the time.
The usual accounts/accusations of mistreatment and neglect surrounded Letchworth since the 1920s, ranging from inadequately feeding/clothing patients, to outright intentional abuse. the asylum was the subject of a particularly scathing investigative report in 1972.
Letchworth closed in 1996, leaving many structures left behind to decay over the years.
Many ruins nearby to explore. Tunnels underneath, usually flooded. Power plant down the hill, excellent climb. significant parts of the original campus have been converted into a golf course, but at least a dozen significant structures still remain. Heavy equipment spotted nearby, not sure if for park maintenance, or demolition. Get it while it's hot. -Fungus
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