Bigfoot Evidence

Bigfoot is an enigmatic ape-like creature that has generated a wide range of theories over the centuries. Alleged Bigfoot sightings have been reported across North America and in parts of Europe, Australia, and Asia. In recent years, scientific “evidence” for the existence of Bigfoot has come under question with some suggesting that these (now discredited) claims are based on hoaxes or misidentifications of other animals such as gorillas or bears.

What is indisputable is that there exists a wide variety of evidence for the possible existence of this creature largely due to eyewitness testimonies from people who claim to have seen it in the wild and photos taken by those who believe they captured evidence while it was still alive. While many Bigfoot sightings are anecdotal, there is a large number of alleged witnesses and alleged events worth looking at in detail.

This more detailed examination is made up of three categories: First through third-hand accounts; eyewitness sightings; and sightings that were photographic, video, or audio. A fourth category referred to as physical evidence was also included but it will not be discussed in depth. It is important to remember that these categories are not exclusive but overlap quite a bit although the eyewitness sighting examples (with exceptions) were obviously collected from a smaller pool of anecdotal evidence than what’s listed here.

 

Here is a list of some of the most compelling and believable pieces of evidence for the existence of Bigfoot.

1)      Footprints- A number of people claim to have seen Bigfoot primarily consisting of footprints that seem to point towards a definite direction. However, this is “evidence” has not been independently verified as there are literally hundreds (if not thousands) of hoaxers

2)      Scat – Abundant evidence of Bigfoot comes in the form of scat found in the wild.

3)      Photographs – While most people think that photos are the best proof for the existence of Bigfoot, there are a large number of hoaxes that reduce their effectiveness as convincing evidence.

4)      DNA – Many people point to evidence such as hair or blood samples found on trees or bushes as a definitive proof of Bigfoot’s existence.

5)      Sound Recordings – Perhaps the most convincing piece of evidence (though still not necessarily conclusive) for Bigfoot’s existence comes from people who say they have recorded the creature either on tape or film.

6)      Sightings – Not surprisingly, most of the claims for evidence point to sightings rather than physical evidence.

7)      Online Accounts- Many people point to online accounts as if this is conclusive evidence but there are a number of hoaxers who shill their work online. The key is to find a Bigfoot account by someone you can actually get in touch with and then take their word for the rest.

 

Here are some of the most compelling reported sightings and photos:

 

Several witnesses report that on June 11, 2008, at about 2:30 a.m., they saw a creature outside their parked car in the woods outside of Winnemucca, Nevada. They stated that it was standing upright, but its body was covered in hair. They described it as having brown fur and weighing an estimated 800 pounds and standing about 10 feet tall when it walked on all fours. Two days later on June 13, 2008 there was another sighting by a different couple who claimed to see two Bigfoot’s between Paradise Valley and Chiatovich Road near Carson City. It was described as about 7 feet tall with large shoulders and a thick, brown-furred body. It was walking upright.

On December 23, 2007, a research team from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) held a press conference in the small town of Alexandria, Washington to discuss a dozen encounters they’ve recorded throughout the Pacific Northwest. The most recent sighting occurred on February 20th to February 22nd in 2007 at a remote location near Dunlap Creek on the north bank of the Columbia River between Oregon and Washington State. A witness reported seeing two creatures walking parallel to each other along an embankment about 7 feet apart. They claimed that their hair went straight up when they ran.

On November 19, 2007, a couple reported seeing a Bigfoot in their front yard in Liberty, Texas. The creature was said to have been 8 feet tall with shoulders about as wide as its waist. It was standing on two legs and had long black hair covering the whole body except for its face and hands which were covered in silver-gray hair. It had no noticeable scent. The witnesses said they first heard tapping sounds on their back deck before they saw the creature looking through their living room window. When the Bigfoot spotted them, it walked to the edge of the woods and stood there for about 20 minutes before disappearing into the forest. The couple said that it didn’t make any other sound while they observed it.

Cryptozoology

Cryptozoology is the study of animals whose existence or type is not yet confirmed, as well as the search for evidence that could identify a new species.  It's also referred to as "the study of hidden animals" or "the study of origin mythical and legendary creatures". There are currently many cryptozoological groups around the world who mainly investigate reports of rumored, undiscovered, and existing animals.

A few examples of cryptids are as follows: Bigfoot, Lake Monsters (Lake Champlain Monster), Mokele Mbembe (African dinosaur), Ogopogo (Canadian lake monster). Cryptozoology has an extensive history spanning back thousands of years. It was not until the 19th Century that it truly became famous when explorers and other groups began searching for cryptids.

There are controversies about what a cryptid is, but most scientists and researchers say it is any living organism that has never been seen before or whose existence has not been proven. There are strict criteria for determining whether or not an animal is in fact a cryptid, and probably the most important thing to do first is to make sure they really exist. Since there are many animals all over the world, it is very possible that they exist somewhere in nature. For example, Bigfoot may be a new species of ape that exists somewhere in the wilderness of North America.

There are books written and documentaries made about cryptozoology and its history, but most of those that are available online are just a part of the history or a small section of it. Cryptozoology is a very serious field with many people who are devoted to it. Cryptozoologists do not only rely on the reports from their fellow scientists; they also rely on their own visual observations and experiences. Some people say there isn't really much in the way of evidence that supports cryptid sightings, but there are those who do believe in them.

Most cryptids were originally named by explorers, settlers, or travelers as an attempt to describe what has been seen or encountered by them. They have been described as having different skin colors, sizes, behavior, intelligence, and even physical characteristics. Some cryptids are known to inhabit one specific location while others have a much wider range of locations in which they can be found in. Although there have been many sightings of some creatures, it is important for cryptozoologists to have a very clear record of each sighting. It just so happens that the majority of the sightings come from very few cities and towns all over the world.

Although some cryptid sightings may be considered hoaxes or that the creature was never actually seen by anyone, there are millions of reports of cryptids every year. Cryptids are very popular with teenagers and young adults because they have been featured in many books, comics, movies, TV shows, and other media. 

Most of the legends that come from cultures all around the world refer to cryptids as mythical creatures and not real animals. In Jungian psychology, it is the unconscious mind's way of explaining something unknown or misunderstood by finding a cultural symbol for it. Many times the mention of cryptids in myths may mean that there was a real cryptid living somewhere in that area. 

There are many people who search for cryptids in hopes of seeing one, but cryptozoology can be very dangerous for the searchers. If a cryptid is scared by the presence of humans, it may become violent towards them. It is also very easy to get lost in uncharted areas because they have no trails or markings to follow. There are many places that have also been damaged by people after finding out about a place where a creature lives. This has caused the creatures to run away and roam or hide somewhere else that is less likely to be found. Those who search for cryptids need to make sure they search responsibly and do not bring anything with them that will hurt the creature or affect its habitats adversely.

There have been many books and movies that feature cryptids in some way or form. Many people have different opinions about cryptozoology, whether they think the creatures exist or not. Some scientists support research conducted by others, just to prove that their claims were true. The supporters believe that these creatures are out there and just waiting to be discovered. Others say there is no point in studying something that probably will not be found even if it does exist.

Many Native American stories and legends talk about cryptids. Cryptozoologists use many different types of equipment to aid them in their search for cryptids. For example, they may use specialized equipment to find signs of tracks or fur. They also tend to use cameras, GPS systems, and sometimes even drones or other types of unmanned aerial vehicles to record footage of what they are seeing in order to show people the evidence. Cryptozoology is a very serious field with many people who are devoted to it. Most people who are involved in it travel the world looking for signs of new animals and studying what has already been discovered.

Bigfoot Researcher's Groups

Sasquatch is supposedly a large, hairy ape-like creature that lives in the forests of North America. They are said to resemble a brown or black man standing about seven feet tall. According to Native American folklore, Sasquatch came from the spiritual world when the Creator made them. Sasquatch is sometimes referred to as "wild man" or "hairy man". Bigfoot is usually seen lumbering around on two legs but they can walk on fours when they need the extra stability. It's not unusual for someone who encounters a Sasquatch to feel threatened and intimidated because of their size and how they charge at people with their arms outstretched and make loud barking sounds according to bigfoot researchers.

Sasquatch is a controversial topic that is highly debated. Some believe in the existence of Sasquatch but most do not. There are still many unanswered questions about bigfoot and no one really knows what they are or where they came from. Many researchers have gone to extreme lengths to find out more about these elusive creatures, ranging from scientists to police officers, yet none have ever produced any solid evidence proving the existence of these giant hairy creatures.

One of the biggest problems faced by bigfoot researchers is how to successfully capture a Sasquatch. Many of the animals they have tried to capture have escaped and there was never a single video or sound recording of a Sasquatch. If they exist, then why can't we find any evidence? The truth is out there and someday we will find it. In order to do this, a trap must be made but what kind of trap should it be? Traps can range from the very simple to the very complicated. It is also important for the person building the trap to have an idea of what Sasquatch behavior is like so that they can build a trap that will work.

Sasquatch are usually found in forest habitats, especially areas near water or rivers. They also tend to stick to wooded areas (even though they can be seen in some suburban and residential neighborhoods) and rarely venture out into open spaces. They have been sighted crossing rivers but only when they need to and most will avoid the open water if possible. So a trap built for a Sasquatch should preferably cover an area where one would expect them to travel through, such as near a river or lake.

There have been many different kinds of traps built by different bigfoot researchers over the years but they all had one thing in common, all of them were proven unsuccessful. Some of these traps have been built to catch the Sasquatch, lure them towards it and then prevent them from getting away. These traps have been very elaborate and expensive but they never worked. Most of the traps that were designed used a bait method in which it would trigger when something took the bait. The idea is that when the bait is taken, it will cause an action to occur in the trap.

bigfoot researcher's groups:

1. Sasquatch Recon Team [SRT] 

2. Bigfoot Research Associates [BRA] 

3. Footprints & Screams [F&S] 

4. North America Bigfoot Search [NABS]

5. Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization [BFRO] 

6. Bigfoot 911

bigfoot researcher's groups techniques:

1. DNA testing of hair samples

2. Visual and audio recordings 

3. Documenting footprints

4. Documenting other evidence

sasquatch researcher's groups techniques:

1. Visual and audio recordings 

2. Photographing footprints; using cameras to capture Bigfoot photographs and foot prints in the wilds, such as hiking trails, vacant forests, swamps, etc... 

3. Documentation of other evidence, such as Sasquatch vocalizations, sleeping patterns, etc... 

sasquatch researcher's groups equipment:

1. Handheld digital cameras

2. Digital video recorders 

3. Microphones 

4. Binoculars 

5. Military infrared scopes [military grade binoculars] and infrared night vision goggles [NODS] 

6. Trail cameras 

7. Remote trail cameras, wireless trail cameras, and motion activated trail cams [to capture Bigfoot video and photos in the wilderness] 

8. GPS units 

9. Field telephones

10. Geiger counter [set to measure radiation levels/fields in the woods and wilderness]

11. Electronic voice synthesizer [to mimic Sasquatch vocalizations] 

12. Wireless microphones and speakers for outdoor applications 

13. Mobile mapping systems and global positioning system (GPS) equipped vehicles for rugged terrain, such as forest trails, mountain fields, swampy areas, etc...

14. Land survey equipment [to measure land] 

15. Computerized Global Positioning System (CGP)

16. Laser range finders 

17. Night vision goggles [military grade night vision goggles to capture Bigfoot video and photos at night or in low light conditions] 

18. Infrared trail cameras with heat sensors for use in cold weather conditions 

19. Seismic sensors for detecting Bigfoot vocalizations and explosive vocalizations [like infrasound]