 Possible Hypothesis Sasquatch AnatomyEye witnesses describe the creature as standing upright on two legs, erect or in a hunched over shortstop posture shifting it's weight from side-to-side ever so slightly as if it is going to spring into action at any moment. The North American Sasquatch is massive, and has been "primarily seen" in the Pacific Northwest, Alberta, British Columbia and Canada. Skin ToneWitnesses have reported seeing the skin as a dull gray to dark gray color, but some reports indicate a lighter brown, pink, or even albino coloration have been seen and observed. HairThe North American Sasquatch has been seen in many variations just like us humans, although primarily described as a dark brown to black representation and hair (Not fur) almost wirelike with a sheen that repels water. Often witnesses have described the Sasquatch as shaking the water off its hair, similar to how a Newfoundland would emerging from the water. The hair itself is 1-3" in length. While hair varies in color it has been reported that adult Sasquatch have grey tips very similar to that of an elderly ape. Unlike most primates, purported Sasquatch hair has been put under intense scrutiny and under microscopic examination reveals the hair is without a medulla unlike human hair. OdorMost Sasquatch eye witnesses we have spoken to, typically notice a sulphur smelling discharge or foul stench immolating from the creature or the area of which it was seen. This can be attributed to climate, and potentially Sulphur streams, Lava Tubes or even carcass rummaging for food such as a bear. Head and NeckThe head is described as sitting squarely on the shoulders almost attached directly to the trapezius almost like that of a great ape. The head has a large sagittal crest in adult males and to a lesser extent in females. The brow ridge is also present similar to a great ape that creates an almost sunken eye indication. The nose is flat and protrudes ridges toward the brow line and has also been described as hairless. The ridges are often mistaken for rinkles and many describe the face as an old catchers mitt or an elderly indian. Trunk and TorsoWhile this varies from male to female the primary representation is a shoulder width of 3-6ft narrowing to a waste of the same proportion, while younger males are described more athletic or V-cut such as a fine tuned athlete. Females vary due to a variety of conditions including pregnancy and have been seen with protruding mammory glands such as the Roger Patterson film of 1967. LegsThe legs also vary in size and width and length, but are primarily described as walking tree trunks. The muscular curve of the quadriceps, and calves may be present but covered by hair and due to the fleeting chance encounter eye witnesses typically have a tough time describing to us the lower extremities, and most are focused on the face, head and eyes. FeetThe average of most prints we have verified are somewhere between 8" in adolescents to 25" at the upper edge of the spectrum, with most common somewhere between 11-18" long by 7-12" wide. While fanciful tales exist about giants, we have extensively researched this with museum curators and no one is able to produce giant bones including the Smithsonian. Body Size and WeightThe average height reported is 6'-12' tall as adults, and an estimated weight between 600-1100lbs. While we are sure anomalies or adolescents exist we are stating what we have heard from countless eye witness encounters. So that's it from us, but perhaps you have seen something that does not fit the mold you wish to share? Please let us know in the comment below or email us. We'd love to hear from you.
BELIEVE By Kevin Weberling Research Writer, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.
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 By Dr. Jeff Meldrum Idaho State UniversitySo you found some prints and now need to cast them, but need some ideas on how to get started. Here are the basics to making your own authentic Sasquatch track casts. FIELD KIT
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3D Scanners 3D Scanners While Casting Tracks is still a great way to get a good copy, in the event you are not able to carry all the plaster and such in your hiking pack there are some new technologies we discussed with Dr. Meldrum on our February 2017 Podcast regarding 3D Scanners. The excellent feature of these new gadgets are there pack weight and the battery life. If used actively, scanners can last up to 4 hours, and if on standby, more than 1000 hours (a lot of time in the field without having to carry water which weighs down your pack). A good 3D Sensor’s frame is made of good-quality anodized aluminum, which provides an optimum temperature for the precision optics placed inside. iPads are not the only device compatible with this gadget, but also any other iOS device which has the possibility of using the Apple Lightning connector. Occipital also stated that they will provide drivers for various platforms, such as Linux, Android, Windows and OS X. Let us know your favorite material or how you like to cast prints in the comments below or email us. We'd love to hear from you.
BELIEVE By Chanelle Elaine CMO, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Cave Dweller? You be the Judge Does Sasquatch Live in Caves?If Sasquatch is a flesh and blood creature, it may prefer the comfort of caves or Lava Tubes for various reasons: InsulationWhile it is possible for Sasquatch to make it's nests and dens above ground with natural resources - it seems more plausible that if Sasquatch wanted to avoid detection and conserve energy it would use the natural rock formations of the earth for shelter accommodations. WeatherLiving above ground for any species is difficult, especially in the harsh climate of the mountains where temperatures in the Cascades, Rockies, and Sierra Nevada's can change over 50 degrees per season. It seems any intelligent creature would prefer the static nature of underground temperatures. While many caves are cold, in the Pacific Northwest, there are many sulfur caves made by natural hot springs. These exist in Oregon, Washington, Alaska and many other states, but provide a perfect habitat for a humid and warmer underground environment to survive harsh winters and cool nights. This also may explain the "Sulfur" smell that many eye witnesses describe with that deep sulfur odor. So is it possible Sasquatch would use a temperate lava cave or a sulfur cave near hot-springs to make its den - seems to make sense to us? TravelMany cave systems in the Pacific Northwest are extensive, some connect to others, and others are self contained, with many outlets for access, as well as deep ravines for hiding within the system. Are caves the perfect environment for Sasquatch to use as a fortress for avoiding detection and allowing them to freely come and go under researchers feet while enjoying a perfect habitat until they need to surface in the evening to foliage and gather resources? Do do you think Sasquatch lives underground? Let us know in the comments below or email us. We'd love to hear from you.
BELIEVE By Chanelle Elaine CMO, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Chimpanzees communicate does Sasquatch? Does Sasquatch form words?Does Sasquatch posses the cognitive ability to speak and communicate via spoken language or is it simply gestures like other primates? Retired from the U.S. Navy as a Crypto-Linguist with over 30 years experience in Foreign Language and Linguistics, including the collection, transcription, analysis and reporting of voice communications. R Scott Nelson is a two time graduate of the U.S. Navy Cryptologic Voice Transcription School (Russian and Spanish) and has logged thousands of hours of voice transcription in his target languages as well as in Persian. He is currently teaching Russian, Spanish, Persian, Philosophy and Comparative Religions at Wentworth College in Missouri. Mr. Nelson has verified that these creatures use language by the human definition of it. The months of hard work that Mr. Nelson has put into the study of the Berry/Morehead tapes is finally coming to fruition. The analysis is finished, although he is still working on parts of the final write-up such as frequency count tables, morpheme lists, etc. Mr. Nelson believes that the study of these tapes will never ,and should never, end. With the recognition and acceptance that these creatures do indeed speak and understand a complex language, a greater effort will be made to collect voice recordings and our analysis of the language will improve. As Mr. Nelson mentions, "now that we have a precedent and techniques established for this study, this process will certainly become easier." So do you believe Sasquatch has a language of it's own or do you believe vocalizations are emotional outburst such as apes? Let us know in the comments below or email us. We'd love to hear from you.
BELIEVE By Chanelle Elaine CMO, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Gene Splicing Perhaps?Every now and then, animals of similar classifications surprise us and interbreed, creating a close but not exact species. is is possible Sasquatch has done the same? While most animal species require a high percentage of similar DNA to interbreed such as a lion and tiger creating the Liger, or a male donkey and a female horse creating a Mule this may not have to be the case. Occasionally through minor long term genetic interbreeding new species are interbred and discovered to stump the common zoologist.
So is it possible Sasquatch could be a long-term offshoot of many years of minor interbreeding between relic Gigantopithecus, and orangutans or mountain gorillas and even possibly humans ? While a direct interbreeding decreases the odds, the subtle long-term breeding could possibly over time create a genetic structure for a more sustained chance of success. So here are a few of our favorite examples? Liger, Zebroid, Cama, Zeedonk, Dzo, Wholphin, Grolar Bear, Beefalo? So if Sasquatch is a cross breed of species or a genetic experiment, what do you think it is? Let us know in the comments below or email us. We'd love to hear from you. BELIEVE By Kevin Weberling Research Writer, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  DNA Testing Continues Dr. Todd Disotell, NYUAs of recent more studies are underway including a new eDNA study that will be conducted on nests collected by the Olympic Project on gorilla like nests collected in 2017. New methods of surveying all DNA to be found in a soil sample (eDNA) may assist in the search for Sasquatch. Soil samples taken from ground nest sites, attributed to Sasquatch on the basis of construction and hair samples, are ideal candidates for eDNA analysis. Samples have been collected from nests at a site in the Olympic Peninsula, WA and await analysis. More information can be found on Cliff Barrackman's website located here. Cost is approximately $1000 per sample. Should you wish to donate to the cause there is a link here to support the Olympic Project on their evaluation. Lucky for us in the community but Dr. Todd Disotell has volunteered to conduct the study - we continue to thank Dr. Disotell for his continued efforts to validate our mutual findings. Bryan Sykes, Oxford UniversityDNA testing is taking a bite out of the Sasquatch legend. After scientists analyzed more than 30 hair samples reportedly left behind by Sasquatch and similar mythical beasts like the Himalayan Yeti, they found all of them came from more mundane creatures like bears, wolves, cows and raccoons. In 2012, researchers at Oxford University and the Lausanne Museum of Zoology issued an open call asking museums, scientists and Sasquatch aficionados to share any samples they thought were from the legendary ape-like creatures. "I thought there was about a 5 percent chance of finding a sample from a Neanderthal or (a Yeti)," said Bryan Sykes of Oxford University, who led the research, the first peer-reviewed study of Sasquatch, Yeti and other "anomalous primates." The study was published online Wednesday in the journal, Proceedings of the Royal Society B. Sykes and colleagues tested 36 hair samples from Bhutan, India, Indonesia, Nepal, Russia and the U.S. using DNA sequencing and all of them matched DNA from known animals. Most were from bears, but there were also hairs from a Malaysian tapir, horses, porcupine, deer, sheep, and a human. While Sykes said they didn't find any proof of Sasquatch-related creatures, he acknowledged their paper doesn't prove they don't exist. "The fact that none of these samples turned out to be (a Yeti) doesn't mean the next one won't," he said. The scientists did find two samples from ancient polar bears in the Himalayas, who are not known to live there. That suggests there could be a new or hybrid bear species out there", Sykes said. What is your thoughts on the topic, let us know in the comments below or email us. We'd love to hear from you.
BELIEVE By Kevin Weberling Research Writer, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Be prepared and do it right Don't Blow ItPreparation is key before starting any research. On an episode of the podcast "Building the Citizen Scientist" with Dr. Todd Disotell there were a few excerpts we wished to share:  Dr. Todd Disotell, New York University "Just because a species hasn't been found doesn't mean it doesn't exist. There are many new species discovered each and every year." Collecting EvidenceHere are a few tips to follow from Dr. Disotell on how to go about collecting evidence.
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BELIEVE By Kevin Weberling Research Writer, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Eye Reflection Tapetum LucidumThe phenomenon of 'eye-shine' is seen in a variety of animal species, and is generally thought to be related to the presence of an intraocular reflecting structure, the tapetum lucidum. The tapetum lucidum is a biologic reflector system that is a common feature in the eyes of vertebrates. It normally functions to provide the light-sensitive retinal cells with a second opportunity for photon-photoreceptor stimulation, thereby enhancing visual sensitivity at low light levels. The tapetum lucidum is presented here according to a classification based on the location, as well as the composition, of this reflective layer. Finally, the physical and chemical properties, as well as the origins of the different tapeta lucida, are discussed and compared. The anatomic and biochemical aspects of the tapetum lucidum in various vertebrates are examined. Morphologic observations were made from paraffin and plastic embedded specimens. Specimens were treated with traditional stains and observed by light and transmission electron microscopy. Some species (primates, squirrels, birds, red kangaroo and pig) do not have this structure and they usually are diurnal animals. In vertebrates, the tapetum lucidum exhibits diverse structure, organization and composition. Therefore, the retinal tapetum (teleosts, crocodilians, marsupials, fruit bat), the choroidal guanine tapetum (elasmobranchs), the choroidal tapetum cellulosum (carnivores, rodents, cetacea), and the choroidal tapetum fibrosum (cow, sheep, goat, horse) are described. The tapetum lucidum represents a remarkable example of neural cell and tissue specialization as an adaptation to a dim light environment and, despite these differences, all tapetal variants act to increase retinal sensitivity by reflecting light back through the photoreceptor layer. These variations regarding both its location and structure, as well as the choice of reflective material, may represent selective visual adaptations associated with their feeding behavior, in response to the use of specific wavelengths and amount of reflectance required. Eyes that glow in the pitch-black night make for many a scary tale. But why do some animals' eyes glow at night? "A lot of the animals we see, especially the ones that go out at night, have a special, reflective surface right behind their retinas," says Dr. Cynthia Powell, a veterinary ophthalmologist at Colorado State University. That light-reflecting surface, called the tapetum lucidum, helps animals see better in the dark. So perhaps what we are seeing with Sasquatch eye shine is a larger reflection due to the animals larger skull and occipital region which allows for a larger light reflection. Eye shine is seen quite at night, what have you seen? Anything peculiar? Let us know in the comments below or email us. We'd love to hear from you.
BELIEVE By Kevin Weberling Research Writer, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Faces of Sasquatch Sasquatch Syndicate is pleased to present the largest collection of Sasquatch faces on the internet. Special thanks to graphic design artist David Schlosser for his continued contributions to the field of research.
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 Sasquatch can be found in a lot of geographies Where Does Sasquatch Live?Think there aren't any Sasquatch sightings where you live? Guess again! Sasquatch encounters are reported all across North America. Sasquatch is seen in all kinds of different climates and geographic regions. Researchers are beginning to realize that the creature is more widespread than even the most optimistic among them may have imagined. Sasquatch is everywhere, from the stark and frozen north to the hot and swampy south. In fact, Sasquatch and Sasquatch-like creatures are spotted all around the world. This makes Sasquatch the most geographically diverse cryptid, and raises some questions about the origins of the creature, its evolution and even its breeding habits. But whether Sasquatch evolved from some other massive ape species, or it’s a hominid closely related to humans, it seems, like us, to have an uncanny ability to adapt to a wide range of habitats and climates. AlaskaIn Alaska and parts of Canada, especially prior to the 1950's, Sasquatch is often referred to as the Bushman. Like Sasquatch, the Bushman is a huge, bipedal manlike creature that is covered with hair. Reports of Sasquatch in Alaska go back over a hundred years. Some tell of standard Sasquatch encounters, while others talk of Bushman allegedly causing harm to humans. Alaska is a huge expanse of land, most of it very sparsely populated. It’s prime Sasquatch habitat, but a relatively small number of sightings reports come from this state. This could be due to Sasquatch having an easier time finding human-free areas in Alaska than it does in other parts of North America. Or, the area may simply be too cold for the species. Some cryptozoologists attempt to explain the evolution of Sasquatch with an idea called Sasquatch-Giganto Theory. This says a giant prehistoric ape called Gigantopithecus followed early humans over the Bering Land Bridge and evolved into what we now know as Sasquatch. Of course this is just a theory, but if true it would possibly mean that the Sasquatch population is Alaska is the oldest in North America. It could also mean that Alaska offers the best chance of finding fossil evidence of Sasquatch and a real link to its evolution. CanadaCanada is a big Sasquatch hotspot too, and it’s no wonder with all the forest land. As of this writing the BFRO database has well over 200 Sasquatch sighting reports from Canada listed. Some of the earliest Sasquatch stories come from Canadian hunters and trappers, but of course the Native America tribes knew about the beast long before Europeans ever came to the continent. In fact, Sasquatch sightings may account for stories of the Wendigo, a big, hairy forest spirit known to northern Native American tribes. British Columbia is the region where the Sasquatch is most often reported in Canada. It makes sense, as this could be considered part of the Pacific Northwest Sasquatch habitat. In fact, Sasquatch range may extend all the way from the Northwestern United States, through Canada, and up into Alaska. Whether Sasquatches migrate throughout this area or maintain steady territories is unknown. Ontario is another Canadian providence with a large number of Sasquatch sightings. Again, with the large amount of wilderness, and located between the Great Lakes Region and the massive Hudson Bay, there are plenty of natural resources to allow a creature such as Sasquatch to flourish. With all that forest, and with some very sparsely populated regions, it’s no wonder Sasquatch is getting along just fine in the Great White North! Pacific NorthwestThe Pacific Northwest, is traditionally thought of as Sasquatch country. In this region, he’s often referred to as Sasquatch or Bigfoot. Sasquatch sightings in this area date back to the times when Native American tribes populated the land, and many tribes who had no way to communicate with one another all had the same legends, but it wasn’t until the 1950's that the creature came to national prominence due to the appearance of giant footprints around a logging site. The prints, it turns out, were probably a hoax intended to scare people aware from the logging equipment when it was left unattended. But in the wake of the discovery more and more tales of the giant forest monster began to surface. This region is also where the famous Patterson-Gimlin Film was shot back in 1967. This video may be the best Sasquatch evidence ever recorded, and shows a Sasquatch negotiating a creek bed. The Pacific Northwest is densely wooded, with huge expanses of un-populated wilderness. In other words, it is exactly the kind of place where a shy creature like Sasquatch would want to live. Hundreds of sightings are reported from just this one small area of the country alone, enough to convince any researcher to keep up the search. The Mountain StatesThe terrain of the Mountain West is more diverse than any other region in the United States. Spanning Colorado, Wyoming, Montana and Utah. The Rocky Mountains are the major mountain range in western North America, running from the far north of British Columbia in Canada to New Mexico in the southwestern United States, climbing from the Great Plains at or below 1,800 feet (550 m) to peaks of over 14,000 feet (4,300 m). Temperature and rainfall varies greatly also and thus the Rockies are home to a mixture of habitats including the alpine, subalpine and boreal habitats of the Northern Rocky Mountains in British Columbia and Alberta, the coniferous forests of Montana and Idaho, the wetlands and prairie where the Rockies meet the plains, a different mix of conifers on the Yellowstone Plateau in Wyoming and in the high Rockies of Colorado and New Mexico, and finally the alpine tundra of the highest elevations. These habitats are home to a great deal of wildlife from large grazing mammals such as the large herds of elk, moose and mule deer, smaller mountain goats and bighorn sheep, predators like black bears, grizzly bears, wolves, and coyotes along with a great variety of small mammals, fish, reptiles and amphibians, hundreds of bird species, and tens of thousands of species of terrestrial and aquatic invertebrates and soil organisms. Permanent human settlement of the Rocky Mountains has caused numerous species to go into decline, including species of trout, birds, and sheep. Gray wolves and grizzly bears have been completely eliminated from the United States portion of the range, but are returning due to conservation measures. Sasquatch in this region have been reported by hunters since the early 1900's. The MidwestIn states like Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Arkansas and Louisiana, anecdotes about huge, hairy, apelike creatures said to dwell in the deep woods and, occasionally, near the peripheries of rural communities, have accumulated for centuries. Many of these accounts were related by highly reliable and trustworthy individuals, people who had nothing to gain by telling their stories. Indeed, in many cases, these witnesses became the subjects of much ridicule, even among close friends and relatives. To the present day, most witnesses hesitate to share their incredible stories of seeing this strange, undocumented creatrure. It's reticence should come as no surprise given the treatment of the subject by the mass media and some mainstream scientists. There are many skeptics; their concerns are legitimate. Skeptics demand to know why no skeletal remains have been found; they want to know why no hunters have killed one, or why no driver has collided with one on a secluded country highway. Would not a large primate, skeptics ask, leave an undeniable, discernable mark on the environment in perhaps the same manner as mountain gorillas (Gorilla gorilla beringei)? Such questions are not invalid. Expecting skeptics to accept the likelihood of such a species existing beneath our proverbial noses may be asking just a tad too much. Nevertheless, the body of anecdotal accounts and accompanying evidence seems to indicate just such a possibility. The North Eastern United StatesYou might think the eastern part of the United States would be an unlikely place to find Sasquatch. After all, it’s so populated, and has been for hundreds of years. Large and dangerous animals that once roamed the east have been hunted to extinction, so if Sasquatch existed here one would think it would have either moved on or died off, but apparently not so. In fact, Sasquatch is spotted in Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania and many other eastern states. How is Sasquatch managing to get along in this relatively populated section of the continent? One reason may be because the east is not as crowded as we like to think. The woods of Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Jersey and other states feature huge tracts of little-traveled wilderness, and the Appalachian Mountains make for a perfect place for Sasquatch to hide. A quick look at the USGS Protected Areas Database shows a wide range of protected forest land in the east. A lot of people wonder why, if Sasquatch is real, a hunter has never shot one. There may be a few reasons. Even though there are plenty of hunters, we have to think Sasquatch is a pretty sharp critter, and knows well enough to stay out of their way. Hunters only hunt for specific prey during specific seasons, and most are smart enough not to take a potshot at a humanoid in the woods. On the other hand, there are plenty of Sasquatch sightings by hunters in the Northeast and other parts of the country. The South Eastern United StatesThe deep, dank swamps of the Southern United States are another great place for Sasquatch to hide. Down here he’s called Skunk Ape due to the horrific odor that usually accompanies sightings. Could a population of escaped apes account for Skunk Ape sightings in the Florida swamps? Why does the skunk ape smell so bad? Of course nobody knows for sure, but it may be due to sleeping in the swampy soil, or even because of its diet. Sightings of the skunk ape date back for decades, and it is well-known especially in the south of Florida. There are even some interesting pictures floating around, though like all Sasquatch evidence so far they are inconclusive. One recent problem cryptozoologists are encountering when attempting to gather legitimate Skunk Ape evidence is that of escaped primates. Possibly as controversial as Sasquatch, some believe there is a population of Chimpanzees and Orangutans living in the remote areas of Florida. These animals would have escaped from zoos or private collections and have possibly established a breeding population. But many Skunk Ape sightings are most definitely not of a chimp. This is a creature of the same size as Sasquatch, and for most witnesses there is no confusion. Deep in the dense southern swamps, it’s certainly conceivable that such a creature could make its home. Bottom Line Sasquatch EverywhereSasquatch has been sighted in every state and province in North America. There are reports from unusual states like North Dakota, New Mexico and Nevada. There are sightings south of the border in Mexico. There are even strange tales of Sasquatch-like creatures in Hawaii! Sasquatch seems to be all over the place. Is it possible that as our technology increases and our population grows Sasquatch sightings will become more common? Just about everyone these days carries around a cell phone with a camera and a video recorder, and we’re already seeing an increase in Sasquatch evidence. Perhaps this shy and elusive creature will one day come into the light. Then again, maybe it’s better than he remains hidden. Like everything else, the world would probably exploit Sasquatch. Zoos would be falling over each other to become to become the first to have a Sasquatch display, and biologists would be poking and prodding any captured specimen in a clumsy attempt to gather more information. As much as we all want to know to the truth about Sasquatch, for now it’s probably best he remain a mystery. It’s better for him, and probably better for us until we mature as a species and could agree on knowing what to do with him. Have you had an encounter, let us know where you live, we'd love to hear from you, hit us up on the comment below or email us. We'd love to hear from you.
BELIEVE By Kevin Weberling Research Writer, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Many colors have been reported Unique MedulaThe first thing most of us in research read about in regards to hair analysis was a paper from John Green's 1978 Book, Sasquatch, the Apes Among Us on page 284. On that page John explained a half dozen light colored hairs found in the 1960's by a government game guide named Wayne Twitchell that were subsequently sent to a laboratory in Los Angeles. There, Ray Pinker, a veteran of 36 years in police crime lab techniques examined the hairs issuing a statement that the hairs showed both animal and human characteristics; interestingly, they did not match any samples Pinker had in his collection. He said that they resembled animals hairs in showing a variation of color and thickness from the root to the tip, whereas human hair is uniform in color and thickness, but that the scale pattern on the outside of the shaft was similar to that of human hair and that there was no continuous medulla, or core visible in the center as would be the case with almost all animal hairs. There were both coarse outer hairs and fine hairs from an undercoat. On the two pages cited, John relates what a laborious and thankless task identifying hairs really is and how quickly he lost interest in the process. Then in 1992, Dr. Grover S. Krantz published Big Foot-Prints: A Scientific Inquiry into the Reality of Sasquatch. On page 128 he writes: “It is now possible to extract DNA from a hair sample to determine the species, or even exact individual if there is a known specimen for comparison. This is easiest done with a follicle, but just a hair shaft will often suffice. On the issue of Sasquatch hairs, Dr. John Bindernagel writes in his book North America’s Great Ape, the Sasquatch “Hair attributed to Sasquatches has been recovered from apparent Sasquatch beds, shrubbery, fences and trees where sightings have occurred.” Have you ever felt or seen what you believe is a Sasquatch Hair? Let us know in the comments below or email us. We'd love to hear from you.
BELIEVE By Tae Haahr Research Writer, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Infrasound is Paralyzing Freeze and Don't MoveIt has been suggested Sasquatch uses infrasound much like a Tiger to stun their opposition or prey. But is Infrasound real? If so, this would explain many encounters in which the witness is frozen in time unable to scream, take a photo, or pull the trigger of their gun, only to remain frozen while their mind try's to make sense of what they are experiencing Humans can only hear some of the sounds that tigers use to communicate," says Von Muggenthaler. "Humans can hear frequencies from 20 hertz to 20,000 hertz, but whales, elephants, rhinos, and tigers can produce sounds below 20 hertz." Could Sasquatch use this same ability? This low-pitched sound, called "infrasound," can travel long distances permeating buildings, cutting through dense forests, and even passing through mountains. The lower the frequency, the farther the distance the sound can travel. Experiments by the US military and others indicate that infrasound can have profound psychological and physical effects on humans and other animals. Humans exposed to various frequencies of infrasound have reported disorientation, nausea, fear, panic, sorrow, loss of bowels, drowsiness, visual hallucinations, chills, high blood pressure, increased blood flow, internal respiratory problems, and even organ damage. The US Navy reports that it is unsafe for humans to be exposed to infrasound at a level of 140 dB. It is reported that infrasound can rupture organs and make objects explode, and it is a matter of history that there has been research into sonic weapons. Not all infrasound is damaging. In fact, you are surrounded by sources of infrasound. Some natural sources of infrasound are waterfalls, ocean waves, earthquakes, and atmospheric phenomena like thunder and lighting. Even audible sound waves can interfere with sounds of other frequencies and cause an infrasonic interference wave. Most of these naturally occurring sources of infrasound emit noise that is of a very low level, or “loudness”. Many animals use infrasound for various purposes. Elephants use infrasound to communicate over vast distances. Whales use infrasound to navigate the oceans, much in the same way that dolphins use ultrasound to do the same. It is also known that whales, like dolphins, use sound waves to stun and catch fish. Tigers have infrasonic frequencies in their roars that seem to serve to confuse or stun their prey as well. Sasquatches might use infrasound for these very same reasons, and likely others. Being a wide ranging species that would often be separated from others, it would be beneficial to communicate by means of infrasound. Infrasound is not as readily absorbed by trees as are sounds of higher frequencies. In fact, infrasound can travel directly through trees and even the ground, theoretically enabling Sasquatches to communicate with others of the same species on the other side of a hill or mountain, far out of hearing range of normal vocalizations. For those that have had an encounter, the feeling of being frozen and hearing that deep guttural sound is petrifying.
Have you ever experienced this? Please let us know in the comments below or email us. We'd love to hear from you. BELIEVE By Chanelle Elaine CMO, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Finding Scat The devil is in the details, so is the smellMany times Sasquatch Scat is misidentified by novice trackers, only to result in the scat of a bear. Some of the main characteristics when determining Sasquatch Scat are; vegetation, berries, shell fragments, and or potentially bones or fragments. While scales of fish may be present shell fragments continue to be a great indicator, as bears although do shell hunt it is not that often. While many theories vary on this topic - shell fragments from our perspective are a key indicator. Other factors are the amount and size of the discharge of scat as Sasquatch is a very large animal and as such will excrete a considerable amount of feces. Often, the presence of wild creatures is revealed to us only in the signs they leave behind. Tracks, nests, food scraps, and shed feathers or antlers are all clues to the ways and means of forest animals. And so is their scat. Poop, feces, droppings, dung—scat by any other name will smell as sweet. OK, not quite sweet, but you may be surprised that scat of the non-domesticated kind does not often present olfactory offense. If you can get past a basic level of squeamishness, a study of these animal signs will reveal much about life in the woods. We can analyze animal diets and habits by examining their scat. Wild woodland creatures eat local and eat (mostly) fresh, although some may contrive to mix human food into their menu. NOTE: You should NEVER handle scat with your bare hands. Animal waste can transfer disease via contact or inhalation. Look. Use a stick. Take a photo or collect with sterilized collection kit. The breakdown of scat and it's potential commonalities by species are described below, so the next time you come across scat familiarize yourself with what you are looking at. HerbivoresRabbits and hares produce similar round, pea-sized droppings. Their habitats do not usually overlap, with snowshoe hare scat often found at high elevations, even above treeline, where they munch on alpine vegetation. Round deer and moose droppings are alike in composition and tend to be deposited in quantity. Piles of cherry-sized pellets are easy to identify in moose country. Both animals feed on tree bark and buds in winter, which makes for firm, woody scat. Leafier summer food produces looser droppings. Beavers, too, are strict vegetarians and their scat reflects their bark-heavy diet. But it can be hard to find—the fibrous clumps are deposited in water and quickly break down. Many people don’t realize that porcupines are also tree-eaters, living largely on conifer twigs and bark. Their scat is formed into elongated woody pellets, which can accumulate in deep, turpentine-scented piles outside their dens. CarnivoresNorth Woods hikers may notice small squiggles of dark scat on rocks in the trail—a sign that a weasel or marten has left its mark. These stealthy predators are rarely seen, but their feather or fur-flecked droppings attest to their carnivorous lifestyle. Piscatorial otter scat, full of fish bones, scales, and bits of crustaceans, is left in prominent spots along waterways. OmnivoresAn omnivorous diet results in variable scat. Coyotes and red foxes exercise perhaps the widest menu options—their tubular, segmented scat may contain bones, feathers, and fur in winter, with seeds, nuts, berries, grass, leaves, insects, fruit, and eggs appearing in summer deposits. The coyote’s droppings are generally larger. Bears are also expansive in their tastes. They gorge on seasonal foods, like fruits and nuts, and leave large piles of uniform scat du jour. Near human habitation, birdseed and bits of trash will be found in their droppings. Have you ever found an unusual piece of scat in the woods? Let us know in the comments below or email us. We'd love to hear from you.
BELIEVE By Kevin Weberling Research Writer, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Various Species Exist  Like humans and primates subtle variations exist when compared the the North American Sasquatch. These crytids are known by many names across the Globe, each with there own local legends. So what do these creatures have in common, and is there simply a subtle variation in each continent for the same type of creature? One thing is for sure, that these stories seem to exist on every corner of the globe, and all with different names. Here are a few of the most common.
 Rock and Tool Use Natural EvolutionHas Sasquatch entered the Stone Age? Perhaps they are farther ahead than our closest relative the Chimpanzee. Rock use such as clacking has been described as a way for Sasquatch to signal or communicate with one another, while rock throwing is seen as a territorial display. In addition, chimpanzees have been known to stack rocks as a form of Shrine Ritual. In 2017, rock evidence was collected next to nests high on a ridge in the Olympic National Forest by the Olympic Project. Upon studying the stones further, the rocks showed consistent scarring on paired surfaces, as if the rocks had been repeatedly used for clacking over time. Is it possible that a Sasquatch as a smart ape, is using sound via rock clacking in addition to wood knocks to signal various communications to clan members while hunting or watching over a clan sleeping? The concept is of course observed in many species of primates and mammals and is a known development in communication. Chimps May Be Performing Rituals at “Shrine Trees”Scientists think that chimps throwing and stacking stones at hollow trees may be evidence of early rituals Since the 1960s, researchers have recorded a myriad of surprising behaviors from chimpanzees: they use leaves, twigs, stones and spears as tools, sticks as dolls, and throw rocks in displays of dominance. Now, scientists think they may engage in ritual activity similar to our early ancestors. An international team of researchers observed chimpanzees in Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Liberia and Côte d’Ivoire routinely throw stones at certain hollow trees creating rock piles reminiscent of a cairn. A new study published in the journal Nature documents this unusual behavior. Though not definitive evidence of ritual, scientists think that the chimps may be creating shrines under specific "sacred trees," writes co-author of the new study Laura Kehoe for The Conversation. “Indigenous West African people have stone collections at 'sacred trees' and such man-made stone collections are commonly observed across the world and look eerily similar to what we have discovered here,” she writes. Kehoe and her colleagues discovered the rock piles after a wildlife guide in Guinea led them to a hollow tree that he thought had been marked by chimps throwing stones. The team set up a camera trap at the site and soon recorded a male chimp approaching the tree, looking around, then tossing a large stone at it. Further investigation revealed many similarly marked trees in the area, some of which had piles of stones in them or at their base. The team contacted other chimpanzee researchers across the continent and soon received many other reports from west Africa about trees with similar marks and stone piles. Chimp researchers further east, however, could not find similar behavior. Rowan Hooper at New Scientist points out that these “sacred trees” fit in with other types of ritual behavior by chimps recorded in recent years, including a dance performed in the rain and a strange ceremony conducted when facing off a bush fire. But Kehoe and other members of the team stress that the ritual aspect is only one potential explanation for the rock tossing. It could also be part territorial display, similar to the drumming adult males do on tree roots, where the acoustics of the hollow tree adds resonance to the rock chucking. “It does seem to be a tradition found in some groups. If that fits the definition of proto-ritualistic, I have no problem with it,” Laurie Santos, primate cognitive psychologist at Yale University tells New Scientist. “It’s such a cool observation. But I worry that we don’t yet know how to interpret it.” Courtesy: The Smithsonian Magazine So do you think it's plausible Sasquatch and other primates have entered the stone age? Let us know in the comments below or email us. We'd love to hear from you.
BELIEVE By Tae Haahr Research Writer, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Sasquatch Strength How strong would a Sasquatch be?To be honest the strength of such a creature is terrifying. If you correlate a Sasquatch to that of a Mountain Gorilla, you begin to realize that researching this topic in the forest, is probably not the safest idea in the world. The average Mountain Gorilla can lift up to 5,000lbs, or 5x it's body weight.
So imagine if you were to encounter a Sasquatch that is 3-5x the size of a gorilla. We are talking an absurd amount of power, and quickly you realize we are not on an even playing field even with the standard long-rifle or elephant tranquilizer. If a Sasquatch could lift 15,000lbs-25,000lbs, it is quickly apparent why trees are found planted upside down with little effort, or a 18" tree is snapped effortlessly, 6-9ft above the ground. Even dating back clear to mid 20th century, when stories from loggers in Washington, and California, observed heavy machinery tossed and scattered down mountain ridges as if they were Tonka Toys, or observing tree-fall in the middle of the day uncharacteristically, you have to ask yourself what in the world this creature is capable of. Have your own bizarre story of uncommon activity in the forest? Seen something interesting you wish to share? Please let us know in the comments below, or email us. We'd love to hear from you! BELIEVE By Kevin Weberling Research Writer, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Track Observations By Dr. Grover Krantz, WSUMany plaster casts and photographs of footprints have been examined in detail. Through forensic foot analysis, these footprints seem to indicate a species of bipedal primate could exist such as the Sasquatch or Bigfoot. These footprints prove not to be simply enlarged human footprints but show several peculiarities. Some of the peculiarities, include flat arches, a double ball, and enlarged heels. Further examination of leverage mechanics of the human foot indicates that with excessive body weight certain modifications would be advantageous. The expected modifications are the same as those seen in the reputed Sasquatch footprints. While Dr. Krantz had forgotten more than we will possibly even know by the end of his life in 2002, his work continues to live on with others such as Dr. Jeff Meldrum from Idaho State University and the team at Sasquatch Syndicate truly recommends a listen to the following 2 hour interview with Dr. Meldrum regarding this subject. That link can be found on our Podcast Outlets or simply by clicking here. So what do you think of Dr. Krantz's work on the subject? Let us know in the comments below or email us. We'd love to hear from you.
BELIEVE By Kevin Weberling Research Writer, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Sasquatch may live in Trees Could Sasquatch inhabit Trees?As with any primate, finding refuge from predators, and the elements can be challenging. However, as observed in many species of apes, the safest place is within the safety of trees. Apes find comfort surrounded by the forest canopy, they live in middle of dense tree structures and often times have been observed above the trees or perched like a bird above the forest floor. But what about within? As with any one seeking a place to endure the elements or danger, shelter is shelter and tree-fall is fair game or the average brush pile. But what about the inside of trees? While Sasquatch is reported to be a massive creature, are there trees that a creature of it's size can reside? Absolutely. From the Redwoods of Northern California to the giant Pine and Spruce of the Pacific Northwest, there are many possibilites for refuge. Have a pic of a massive tree you feel you could live in or even a Sasquatch? Let us know in the comments below, or email us. We'd love to hear from you. By Chuck Geveshausen
Founder, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Tree Structures Random Tree-fall, or Real?Many researchers accept tree structures as common signs of Sasquatch habitation, and assume they are markers of territory or acts of aggression, but it that really the case? It has been suggested by some Native American Elders and First Nation Tribes of Canada that Tree Structures mark and commemorate the birth of a new member of a Sasquatch Family or a Marker of a colony. While many tree structures could be the course of nature, in some cases, deep in the forest, (we're talking miles in off main trails and paths), tree Structures are sighted and can are very odd in relation to the natural environment. While recently in the Sasquatch Provincial Park in British Columbia it was noted that Tree Structures were found in similar configurations almost triangulating a territory. Could this me a marker's for juvenile's to know the boundary of their habitat? While these types of structures could be left over from a storm coincidentally or even an old structure designed for a tarp or primitive hut, potentially left behind from a tribe or hunters, the size and sheer amount of effort for such a large structure doesn't make sense. As if this was the work of a survivalist and or primitive shelter there are many "easier" ways to construct this type of dwelling. While this can be a natural occurrence in nature, many consider it overwhelmingly likely that a Sasquatch built that structure, especially considering the rock throwing, wood knocks, eye shine, tree break, and possible sighting that first nation people experienced in the same area. First Nation Tribes and Native American tribes have many stories of this type of marker and while it doesn't prove the existence of Sasquatch it does offer some interesting discussion. Have you ever seen or found a tree structure you couldn't explain? Please let us know in the comments below or email us. We'd love to hear from you.
BELIEVE By Kevin Weberling Research Writer, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Apes Scream so Sasquatch may also Do Sasquatch Howl and Scream like other Primates?Primates Scream and Howl, so why not Sasquatch? Sasquatch Screams or howls could be for many different reasons. Perhaps a display of territory like great apes, or perhaps, when they are spread out, similar to wolves pack members will howl to stay in touch with the rest of the group. On a calm day, screams and howls can be heard from miles away, and it is most likely screams are used as a form of long-distance communications during hunting or traveling, sort of how we use telephones today. Sasquatch may also use Screams to warn other Sasquatch away with their howls. It could also be noted that perhaps Sasquatch scream to celebrate their awakening from their den or climb out from their underground cave in which they dwell during the day. Or perhaps Sasquatch uses screams as a defensive technique, or to signify to the clan a successful hunt. Even further perhaps Sasquatch uses screams as a ritual mating call? While we are still unclear on what these vocalizations tell us, we do know they are down right terrifying. Sasquatch WhoopsWhoop vocalizations are arguably the quintessential Sasquatch vocal and sound just like the name implies. The best executed whoops start low and ascend rapidly in tone and volume to end abruptly, but variations do exist. During the examination of whoop vocals considered by this effort, two basic forms of the whoop have been identified. Interestingly enough, howling and whooping is also related to territory protection and mate guarding in primates. These sounds are created owing to their enlarged basihyal or hyoid bone, which helps them make loud vocalizations. ... The main vocal sounds comprise of a loud, deep guttural cry orhowl. The noisy primates are widely believed to be the loudest land animals. Have ever heard what you believe is a Sasquatch Scream? Please let us know in the comments below or email us. We'd love to hear from you.
BELIEVE By Chuck Geveshausen Founder, Sasquatch Syndicate Inc.  Wood Knocks - Sasquatch or... Batter UpResearchers tend to believe wood knocks are used in a range of manners to convey different messages based upon context. Single loud wood knocks, coupled with a loud whoop or other vocal, could be a "are you there?" if you will. Maybe they ask the question "is there any body out there?!" The wood knock portion of a knock/vocal combination could serve two purposes, the first being punctuation "!", and the second being confirmation (that I am indeed a member of your species, and not some other animal vocalizing in the wilderness). Softer wood knocks seem to be used as a means of keeping track of each other when in close proximity, and/or when danger may be near. Making a milder warning knock that your buddies a few hundred feet away can hear seems wiser than a loud bash, that would also alert the source of danger to your presence. Then there seems to be the intimidation type of wood knock, observed on a few occasions by field researchers. While many believe wood knocking is the act of hitting trees or sticks together, some researchers believe Sasquatch could simply be creating the sound by the use of clapping or hands. Many researchers use this method to identify with Sasquatch and to establish their presence. Have you ever heard a wood knock in the Forest that you couldn't explain? What do you think it was? Let us know in the comments below or email us. We'd love to hear from you.
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