Comments on: New FAQ question: Bigfoot interaction

By: Mr.Jeffrey Strader

Mr.Jeffrey Strader — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 13:51:40 +0000

Seeing as I have been in this very situation, yes I feel very strongly that they are aggressive with intruders into there territory. I and my family knew something was pacing us at a national park trail and when we approached what we assume to have been a cave at the hills side the sounds of its approach got louder and at that time we chose to move on and leave that area only to have rocks being thrown at us at the end of the trail from something over a hills ridge about 150 yards away. The rocks were hitting the side of the hill so hard small shale slabs would be dislodged and fall. A total of 3 rocks were thrown at us with some force. I have one of the rocks being tossed at us on video but it isn’t very clear..:(

By: Jonman701

Jonman701 — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 12:58:36 +0000

Hello again :)
I remember seeing a video about a native who was just sitting and fishing by a bank and river and he just sat there and didn’t move as a large creature (obviously not human) was tossing large stones from a far distance, he did finally leave for a couple reasons first one is obvious same reason anyone else would and second i guess its because the fish were scared away lol

I really don’t think a Sasquatch would really hurt anyone, if you see they way they act and react from all the story’s in the ages they seem to more so just wanna scare people off for whatever reason they might really have, who knows maybe we got too close too its stash of food or just too close for comfort, i likely think its the latter.

They only seem to take action if you show it that you are actually gonna take measures to hurt it, if it sees that then i think the gloves are off and i wouldn’t b dumb enough to face off one on one with any angry, self preservation mode 8ft 800lb Bigfoot… that would be exceptionally stupid and foolish too the end lol

By: Richard Kirchner

Richard Kirchner — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 05:05:35 +0000

I had just compared the Ohio Howl Recording on this site and to the recording on the Monster Quest (History Channel) site and found that the howl is much slower than your recording. Is that the original that you have? Does the Monster Quest recording slow it down? I have never been to a site as informative and answer all questions like your site does! I am very impressed!!

By: Darin

Darin — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 19:26:07 +0000

Dave,
I didn’t think I myself could maintain enough composure to do it. I was on the phone with a friend at the time who lent me her courage to do what I did. There was no reaction from the Bigfoot at all; it just continued staring at me until it was spooked away by a combination of headlights coming up my street and my roommate’s bathroom light coming on.

By: Dave

Dave — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 18:45:18 +0000

Wow. Good stuff here.

Darin, you put theory into practice! Please add details re: the sasquatch’s reaction to your arm motions from a seated position. My hat’s off to you–I don’t think I could maintain enough composure to do that.

I share S.Bramlett’s sentiment. With further “discovery” or “revelation,” these individuals would have a lot to lose if a skiddish gun owner were to meet one, and our culture would shift it’s focus and agression to the woods where the sasquatch has had relatively safe haven. That will be a sad day.

By: S.Bramlett

S.Bramlett — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 16:38:40 +0000

Funny thing here, They are getting closer and closer. I think the theory of Urban push is starting to take place.
One grouping here has moved in on a subdivision, wetland areas and lakes seem to play in. The closer we get to those features which they need for water and we have the urge to be near and play in, the more likely we are to have a head on. I am talking in Georgia and am not comparing Pacific Northwest areas and huge expanses of wilderness, (Speaking from the area and layout I am familiar with).

The stories from the earlier days (late 1800’s) had more aggression to them, now there is more of a coexist attitude, they have gotten used to us to a degree or have accepted us. Watching from the woods, they know us, WE HAVE NO CLUE so when that head on encounter happens, I am so afraid that our fellow humans are going to act silly and violent while they may be a little blind sided through trying to adapt to the changing environment.
I think the day of them eventually trying to blend like other wild animals may be coming and it will be shortly.

My fear is that we are putting too much stock into our fear of them when we should really be in fear of our fellow humans and what is going to happen when sightings start to become as common place as a Deer crossing a road.
Maybe some thought into protection before hand will really be a good idea. Have it ready to present.

By: Darin

Darin — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 09:18:56 +0000

I myself have had two close encounters with a Bigfoot. One I actually saw, and one I only saw the dark shape of. Each time I was very close- my first sighting I was only 20 feet from it, and the second time I was about 50 or so feet from it. Now, if this creature was an aggressive sort, if it wanted to get me, all it had to do was make two strides to me and shove me into the ground with one finger, and there would not have been a darn thing I could have done about it. I do not think they are by nature aggressive towards humans. My first encounter I saw fear in the creature’s eyes; the second time, apprehension. But never anger or malicious intent. During my second encounter I sat down on the ground cross-legged and held my hands out palms up to show he/she that I was unarmed. And I survived. That’s probably the best thing you can do if you have a close encounter with one. If you panic, Bigfoot will panic. If you act aggressively, Bigfoot could possibly act aggressively. Remember, when you are out in the woods, you are in their territory, not vice versa. If you come across one, they have the right of way. And if you get the feeling from them that you need to leave, then you probably should. Go out there and show them you are a friend. Just remember: you don’t find Bigfoot; Bigfoot finds you.

By: Dave from Ky

Dave from Ky — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 23:44:25 +0000

As a witness who was on the receiving end of some justified aggresive behavior, I can confirm that at least the one individual I encountered was VERY displeased with my presence in his territory and he made the first “contact” in what turned out to be a very short test of nerves. On later reflection, I believe the creature– it’s appearance and my gut reaction convinced me that it was an older male– was simply doing what it had to do to get me out of its direct path. It needed to cross a road at the junction of a large bridge. As Dave pointed out “…they have a variety of their own expereinces, they must have a wide variance of personalities and moods, just as we do” and it was the situation, where I believe he felt hemmed in and angry, that warranted his stepping right out into the open and bellowing about 100 feet from me. Sali Wolford asked, in relation to the Bauman story, “I have to wonder how this saga would have played out if Bauman had not reacted to fear, and fired his gun.” and I can say that from my actions, where I fired warning shots of out of near-delerious panic, and his reaction to them, convince me that this old fellow was completely aware of guns and their purpose. He stopped short and made no further movement or sound until I was speeding out of the area. I’m sure he’d had a lifetime of observation when it came to hunters (I’m not one) and hunting, and had he seen a gun, either in my hands or holstered, he probably would not have even stepped from cover. It was a surprising morning for both of us!

By: Bill H

Bill H — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 18:14:14 +0000

I agree,with all that has been said. I think after we all have been educated on how to react, it seems to become easier to invite the situation, as Autumn said in the DVD. you just have to let the thing happen to you. But, in the first experiences ours and people who have yet to meet our big friends, it is a rather scary situation. And, my reaction was of pure fear, and then anger. I regret I got angry, but when you don’t understand what it is you are seeing, hearing or feeling these reaction are normal.
This is the reason we have to be the ones to educate the public.

one day I believe we will get the opprotunity to communicate with these beings, but it will be on their terms. Until then, all we can do is try to become better at relating with these beings. I think we as an group can help and lead the way, and bring others unto our path. Just a thought. Bill H.

By: ole bub

ole bub — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 17:06:09 +0000

Agreed Autumn…

Only a fool would challenge or provoke a “North American Ancient Aboriginal Peoples” into an aggressive act.

Respectful observation and common sense is critical, Autumn’s Bellingham lecture and DVD is a must for anyone seriously contemplating passive respectful interaction.

live and let live…

ole bub and the dawgs