Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Let's Talk Bigfoot Tonight...
Small Town Overcome By Mysterious Ape Sightings
NBC 10.com - Philadelphia,PA,USA
"There is kind of that 'I've seen a bigfoot' type of feel to it," said resident Eric Lawson. "They said it made a nest in that tree, so it's probably ...
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Invitation to join Rob McConnell tomorrow night...
Review: Bigfoot Central 11-13-07
Received a cool item today...
I had recently sent Bob Gimlin the entire month of October's Sasquatch Experience Anniversary Month catalog of shows. Well, he sent me a very nice card today, which reads as follows: "Received your group of CDs. Thanks again for your support and interest. Our winters are usually cold and gives me time to be indoors. I have my CD and DVD player set up in my shop so I look forward to listening to all these. Best wishes for the Holidays- Bob Gimlin." I feel honored to consider Bob a friend, and he is really a giving and generous gentleman. Thank you so much, Bob, for your warmth and friendship and your constant desire to stay engaged in the Bigfoot field. A true gentleman.
Clarification on Bigfoot Central...
Update: The show will begin airing regularly starting Tuesday, January 8th, 2008, at 8:00 EST/7:00 Central with hosts M.K. Davis and Don Monroe.
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New Cryptid Ape Reports in Florida
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 13th, 2007
Encounters with a mystery anthropoid have a small town in Florida in an uproar. Comparisons with the Myakka cryptid and a 2006 “escaped chimp” case are made. Photos.
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Bigfooter Mike Sells Dies
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 13th, 2007
Sells’ base of operations was out of Lamar County, Texas. Photo.
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Two Ancient Apes Discovered
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 13th, 2007
A new Kenyan species of ancient ape, Nakalipithecus nakayamai, and an Ethopian “proto-gorilla” species, Chororapithecus abyssinicus, have been announced.
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When Oliver Was Bigfoot
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 13th, 2007
Oliver is not a Sasquatch, but you might not have known that in the 1970s. Video.
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CFZ Guyana Trek Begins
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 12th, 2007
A five-person party flies from London’s Heathrow Airport this week in search of more complete information on three South American cryptids. Images.
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Monday, November 12, 2007
Bigfoot Central Returns Tomorrow Night!!!
Artist First is bringing back its Bigfoot Central program tomorrow night, at 8:00 EST/7:00 Central at the link to the right, with hosts M.K. Davis and Don Monroe. As always, we do encourage you to please tune in and support great research.
Review: Squatch Detective Radio 11-12-07
Exciting News!!!
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Replica Cryptia: Przewalski’s Horses
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 12th, 2007
Today, a prehistoric wild horse model from the steppes of Mongolia, with Almas in the background, emerges; it is one your daughter may know more about than you do. Images.
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Another Monster Quest Followup
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 12th, 2007
When was the History Channel episode filmed? When were the nail traps collected? Are they illegal?
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Squatch Detective Radio Tonight...
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Review: Sasquatch Experience 11-11-07
Follow-up Editorial to the possible DNA of a Sasquatch having been found
He essentially said that there would be no more analysis from the screw board. Couldn't get enough to be worth diddly squat to begin with, ain't gonna be anymore now. Too old, too weather beaten, and too little.
Basically, he said "Don't hold your breath for anymore about the DNA."
That is direct quotes from Pywacket on Bigfoot Forums. So it would seem that my cautious optimism was right on (see
Editorial: Is there finally DNA evidence for Sasquatch now available? for further details).
So we are essentially back to Square One when it comes to finding evidence, and it seems this is not the smoking gun we were looking for. So the mystery continues for now...Interesting quotes from Pywacket of Bigfoot Forums.com
The first thing Dr. Meldrum did was put the DNA analysis, from the MonsterQuest episode, to rest. He had already gotten a lot of questions before he got up to speak, and he wanted to answer them for everybody once and for all.
He essentially said that there would be no more analysis from the screw board. Couldn't get enough to be worth diddly squat to begin with, ain't gonna be anymore now. Too old, too weather beaten, and too little.
Basically, he said "Don't hold your breath for anymore about the DNA."
Which, I believe I said myself.
Now, I'm REALLY not going to hold my breath waiting for the DNA results.
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Did “Monster Quest” Prove Bigfoot?
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 11th, 2007
What could these results mean? What is “almost human”? Why were the scientists and crew “cowering in their cabin”? What happens when a body is found?
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Replica Cryptia: Giant Ground Sloths
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 11th, 2007
The representations examined today are those of the Megatherium. In recent years, replicas of this species of Amazonian megafauna have become significant in the search for the Mapinguary.
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Vote For Best Cryptozoologist
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 10th, 2007
Paul Kimball has opened his “2007 Zorgy Awards” for voting, based on the nominations he has received. You can vote for one of four people.
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Saturday, November 10, 2007
Replica Cryptia: Mammoths
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 10th, 2007
This launch of a new on-going feature at Cryptomundo explores the representations of extinct and living animals tied to cryptids at the International Cryptozoology Museum.
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New Coelacanth Discoveries in Solomon Islands
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 10th, 2007
Jerome Hamlin of Dinofish has been able to gather very credible testimonies on the presence of coelacanths in the archipelago of the Solomon Islands in the Western Pacific.
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Friday, November 09, 2007
An Editorial by Sean Forker
On September 16, 2007, a game camera located in the forests of Northwest Pennsylvania snapped photos
that has sparked the Media into frenzy.
These photos first became public in late October on the website belonging to the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization; and organization who in itself the last few years have been at the very center of controversy. The following is the actual BFRO recount.
From the BFRO website:
“The three images at the top of the page were obtained with a Bushnell trail camera in Northwest Pennsylvania on the evening of September 16, 2007 by R. Jacobs.
Jacobs had placed the motion-sensing camera on a tree along a game trail in a remote forest area in order to photograph any deer that might be using the trail. He did this in preparation for the Fall deer hunt. Jacobs was not trying to obtain images of a bigfoot/sasquatch.
The area in the foreground was baited with a deer attractant mix and a mineral lick block. In the first image (the one with the bear cubs) the mineral lick block can be seen sitting on a large black plastic plate. One of the bear cubs is apparently licking or sniffing the mineral block. In the two subsequent images the black plate is turned over and leaning against the mineral block.
Several minutes elapsed between the image of the bear cubs and the images showing the ape-like animal (see the time stamps in the lower right corner of the images).
The second image shows the ape-like animal from a rear-side angle, with its head obscured by its shoulders. In the third image the ape-like animal appears to smell the ground near where the deer attractant mix had been scattered.
Various anatomical elements can be seen upon careful examination of the images, including a bare spot in the fur under the arm. More details, data, and related images will be added to this page in coming days.
Various primate experts and bear experts in the US and Canada are currently examining these photos. The ones who have offered initial impressions to the BFRO say the latter two images do not show a bear, but rather a primate.
These recent images from Pennsylvania are very significant to bigfoot research. They likely show a young juvenile bigfoot (smaller than ~5 feet tall), as they have been described by eyewitnesses over the years. Young juvenile bigfoot are typically described as quadrupedal (walking on four legs), with the ability to climb trees or run very quickly on all fours (See the New York Baby Footage). They are sometimes seen alternating between a quadrupedal posture and an awkward bipedal posture. Whereas the larger bigfoot (5 feet tall and above) are almost never described as walking or running on all fours.
It was thought for a long time that any legitimate images of an adult bigfoot would likely be dismissed by the public as showing a human in a costume due to the bipedal posture of adult bigfoot, which is so reminiscent of a human posture. In the case of a young juvenile (quadrupedal) bigfoot, by contrast, the scientific debate would not revolve around whether the figure could be a man in a costume. Rather, the debate would revolve around what type of animal it is ... an entirely different debate.
The BFRO has the privilege of informally naming the apelike-figure captured in these photos. It will be referred to as the "Jacobs creature" (like the "Patterson creature").
Formal, scientific, taxonomic classification, usually cannot be derived from photographs alone, but can be tentatively suggested.
Over the years we have heard of other decent photographs of these animals, in other parts of the country, which have never been released to the public, for various reasons.”
I have no problem with the BFRO toting the suggestion that perhaps these photos may represent a young sasquatch. My problem is the lack of details given to the public after the posting of these photos to the website.
If you possessed such photographic evidence, would you not also be willing to share any supporting evidence?
Listed below are my personal issues with this situation.
1. Upon posting the photographs and subsequently after, no measurements such as height and width of the tree, the posted game camera height, and the distance from the camera to the tree have been given. How can measurements of this “creature” be made if we have nothing to compare it to? We can only estimate which still leaves a large margin of error.
2. Jerry Feaser, the spokesman for the PA Game Commission, stated: “This strange looking animal in the Jacobs photos is "definitely" a "skinny mangy bear."” This statement was posted on the BFRO website, under the Jacobs Photo page, in a text box titled ‘DEBUNKING THE PENNSYLVANIA GAME COMMISSION’. From there they go on to derail the PGC’s credibility due to its cover ups of Mountain Lions in PA. This is the only place on the webpage where an official source citing the subject from the photos as bears is listed. By insinuating past discretions of the PGC they hope to invalidate their stance on the photos.
3. Who has more to lose? The BFRO has again put their reputation on the line by making claims that they cannot validate without possessing necessary evidence; or by withholding key information pertaining to supporting evidence.
A Copyright has been registered for these photographs, and licensing deal can be made by emailing THROUGH a BFRO.net email address. Exactly who is receiving monetary gain from these licensing deals? So by debunking these photographs – the BFRO not only takes a financial loss – registering a copyright is not free (http://www.copyright.gov/docs/fees.html), the loss of licensing agreements (a possible major loss of revenue), but also another smack to the face of the organization. That leads to the question of how many times are they willing to sacrifice their public image as “The Scientific Research Organization Exploring the Bigfoot/ Sasquatch Mystery”.
Since the debut of these photographs, I maintained my objectivity, and waited for the evidence. My associate researchers and I have waited for the supporting evidence, even contacted the BFRO offering assistance. It has obviously fallen on deaf ears. The offers are still there.
On numerous editions of “The Sasquatch Experience”, I stated that we should remain objective and wait. It’s been three weeks and no supporting evidence has come to light. I doubt anything new will show light, and if it does… the damage is done. How can we recover as a legitimate field of research if we continually make these mistakes?
More importantly, how can we help the BFRO recover? As many faults as the great organization has, it still has many researchers who are true to the case. Some of who I call friends. Is it fair to let one of the most recognized organizations flounder because of some “PR” problems? I don’t think so. What we should do is send a message. A message that clearly states that as a community we can no longer afford to have these blunders. A message that thanks them for their continuing service and research – but firm in the fact these PR stunts are intolerable.
“The Jacobs Photos” are just the latest focus. We can all go back to Sonoma, Manitoba, Tennessee, etc. How many times will we fall on shoddy photos and video? Bottom line: Take nothing at face value unless you have the supporting evidence to help further your cause. Sometimes, it’s best to leave some things in the closet.
Those are my final words on this, and the last time I will comment publicly on the matter. My Best of luck to the BFRO and their endeavors, and hopefully we will find some evidence that some day may unite us.
+SF
Thylacine Videos
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 10th, 2007
In Australia, there appears to be compelling footage that may show evidence of the survival of the thylacine. Three videos for your review.
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Texas Bigfoot
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 10th, 2007
Best wishes to the gathering people in Jefferson, Texas. Classic Bigfoot clip.
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Review: Beyond The Edge Radio 11-09-07
The Sasquatch Gang
Cinema Blend - USA
Suddenly, the profitability of their operation is in jeopardy based on the diagnosis of Dr. Artimus Snodgrass, Sasquatch expert. Is it a hoax? ...
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Search for truth continues after Sasquatch spotted in Pa.
SRU The Online Rocket (subscription) - Slippery Rock,PA,USA
Now, what appears to be a "baby sasquatch" has appeared on surveillance cameras that a hunter placed in the woods. I've known many hunters and I hunt myself ...
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An overnight adventure
Cameron County Endeavor - Emporium,PA,USA
The only reasonable explanation for such a ruckus was a bear, or perhaps Sasquatch. Whatever it was, it was upset that someone else occupied its bedroom. ...
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Bigfoot enthusiasts to gather in Jefferson for conference
Texarkana Gazette - Texarkana,TX,USA
Speakers include W. Henner Fahrenbach, Rick Noll, Kathy Strain, Alton Higgins, Peter Aniello and Dr. Jeffrey Meldrum, author of "Sasquatch; Legend Meets ...
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Todd Hicks
WSAW - Wausau,WI,USA
Some are calling it a young "sasquatch" or "Bigfoot", but some are saying they are skeptical until the photo is proven valid. In the age of cell phone video ...
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Writers' strike effect on Texas depends on length
Dallas Morning News - Dallas,TX,USA
Bonus footage: SMU film grad Sean Whitley's documentary Southern Fried Bigfoot screens at the Texas Bigfoot Conference at 3 pm Saturday in Jefferson. ...
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San Diego Zoo - Great Ape Awareness Launches this Weekend
Imperial Valley News - Holtville,CA,USA
Every day throughout the event the Zoo's three great ape species - gorillas, bonobos, and orangutans - will be spotlighted with animal enrichment sessions ...
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No monkey business here: Students, apes share gifts Students, apes ...
DesMoinesRegister.com - Des Moines,IA,USA
"For instance, we were looking at the bonobo outside enclosure and one of the bodily kinesthetic students' questions was, 'Do the bonobos know how to swim? ...
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Washoe the talking chimp, RIP
MercatorNet - Australia
And the bonobo Kanzi learned how to use a keyboard simply by watching its mother use it. The chimp Nim sometimes signed to himself while flipping through ...
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THE BOOTLEG FILES: "THE PATTERSON-GIMLIN FILM"
Film Threat - Los Angeles,CA,USA
by Phil Hall BOOTLEG FILES 206: "The Patterson-Gimlin Film" (1967 footage that purportedly shows a Sasquatch in the wild). LAST SEEN: The film is widely ...
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Texas Bigfoot Conference Tomorrow
Posted by: Craig Woolheater on November 9th, 2007
Bigfoot enthusiasts to gather in Jefferson for conference
Believers and skeptics alike will descend on Jefferson, Texas, this weekend to attend the city’s annual Bigfoot Conference.
The event will cover all of the region’s supposed boogers, including the Fouke Monster.
Several scientific researchers will be on hand to tell of their experiences and opinions. Speakers include W. Henner […]
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Editorial: Is there finally DNA evidence for Sasquatch now available?
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Thylacines and More
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 9th, 2007
Can we find any of these? Are some of the “extinct animals” merely today’s cryptids? Is this footage of a Thylacine? Compare it with all the known footage of living thylacines. Two videos.
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Megalania
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 9th, 2007
Does a Komono Dragon-type monitor roam the Outback of Australia? Video.
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Alien Big Cat Footage
Posted by: Loren Coleman on November 8th, 2007
See a sampling of various Alien Big Cats videotapes within three video clips, which exist of the usually black unknown felines seen in the mysterious British countryside.
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