The Navajo Connection with Sasquatch
Digest
This podcast features a collection of personal accounts and stories related to Bigfoot and other unexplained phenomena. The speaker begins by recounting a childhood encounter with Sasquatch at age 12, detailing the destruction of their traps and a terrifying sighting of a large, hairy creature by a creek, which instilled a lasting fear and altered their life path. The narrative then shifts to other reported encounters, including children getting lost in the woods and hearing strange sounds, ghostly apparitions witnessed in a former convict hospital in Tasmania, and a respectful interaction with a nine-foot-tall Bigfoot by a Navajo individual. The podcast also includes multiple accounts from Kentucky, with Randy describing various sightings and terrifying sounds, and Clay and David sharing their experiences of Bigfoot roars and footprints. Further stories involve a close call during a coyote hunt, a young boy's sighting of a werewolf-like creature, and the discovery of a massive Bigfoot footprint in Oregon. The episode also includes a recommendation for the science fiction book "Hail Mary" by Andy Weir.
Outlines
Childhood Sasquatch Encounter and Its Impact
The speaker recounts a pivotal childhood encounter with Sasquatch at age 12, involving destroyed traps and a frightening sighting of a large, hairy creature. This experience instilled a deep fear, altered their life trajectory, and led them to abandon their trapping career.
Book Recommendation and Transition
The speaker recommends the science fiction book "Hail Mary" by Andy Weir, praising its engaging plot and recommending both the print and audiobook versions. This serves as a transition to the next set of stories.
Lost Children and Mysterious Woodland Phenomena
Three children become lost in the woods and experience a frightening encounter involving a deep, guttural sound, a foul odor, and a sudden eruption of noise from the trees, suggesting a guiding or herding presence.
Ghostly Apparitions in Tasmania
During a party at a former convict hospital in Tasmania, the speaker and others witness apparitions of a man and a woman, later identified as deceased neighbors, adding a paranormal dimension to the narrative.
Respectful Navajo Bigfoot Interaction
A Navajo individual shares a profound and respectful encounter with a nine-foot-tall Bigfoot on a mountain pass, involving an exchange of apples and a gentle touch, highlighting a non-threatening interaction.
Multiple Bigfoot Encounters in Kentucky
Randy details several significant encounters with Bigfoot in Kentucky, including sightings on roads, terrifying experiences in a quarry with roars and yells, and hearing distinctive Bigfoot vocalizations.
Further Kentucky Bigfoot Accounts and Close Calls
Clay and David share their experiences with Bigfoot in Kentucky, noting roars, large footprints, and sightings of a tall, brown figure. Seth and Cooper recount a terrifying close call while hunting, involving crashing sounds and firing at an unseen entity.
Young Derek's Cryptid Sighting and Oregon Footprint
Young Derek describes seeing a hairy, bipedal creature resembling a werewolf near a pond. Separately, Matt Pettigo details finding a massive, uniquely characterized Bigfoot footprint in Oregon, suggesting significant weight and primate-like foot structure.
Keywords
Sasquatch
A legendary, ape-like creature said to inhabit forests, primarily in the Pacific Northwest of North America. Also known as Bigfoot, it is characterized by its large size, hairy appearance, and elusive nature. Sightings often involve footprints, vocalizations, and fleeting glimpses.
Bigfoot
A cryptid, or legendary creature, that is said to inhabit the forests of North America. It is described as a large, hairy, bipedal ape-like creature. The term "Bigfoot" is a colloquialism, while "Sasquatch" is derived from the Halkomelem language.
Cryptid
A creature or plant whose existence is suggested but has not been discovered or documented by science. Cryptids are often subjects of folklore, cryptozoology, and paranormal investigations. Examples include Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, and the Yeti.
Cryptozoology
The study of and search for animals whose existence is unproven. This field often focuses on cryptids, legendary creatures, and animals that are considered extinct but may still exist. It blends elements of zoology, folklore, and investigation.
Paranormal
Phenomena that are beyond the scope of normal scientific understanding. This includes events or entities that are considered supernatural, such as ghosts, UFOs, psychic abilities, and cryptids like Bigfoot. It often involves anecdotal evidence and personal experiences.
Folklore
The traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of a community, passed through the generations by word of mouth. Folklore encompasses myths, legends, folktales, proverbs, and superstitions, often explaining natural phenomena or cultural practices.
Apparition
A ghost or ghost-like image of someone, especially one seen shortly after their death. Apparitions are often reported in locations associated with the deceased and can manifest visually, audibly, or through other sensory experiences.
Ghost Story
A narrative, often fictional or based on alleged personal experience, that features supernatural or spectral entities. These stories typically aim to evoke a sense of mystery, fear, or wonder, often set in historically significant or reputedly haunted locations.
"Hail Mary" by Andy Weir
A science fiction novel recommended for its fast-paced plot and engaging story, available in print and audiobook formats.
Q&A
What was the speaker's first encounter with Sasquatch?
The speaker's first encounter with Sasquatch occurred when they were 12 years old, during a winter trapping expedition in Montana. They found their traps destroyed and later encountered a large, hairy creature by a frozen creek.
What details did the speaker provide about the creature they encountered?
The speaker described the creature as incredibly tall, at least two feet taller than six-foot bushes, with a human-like outline but immense size. It had two legs, two arms, shaggy hair, and moved with a feline grace. A foul odor, like rotten flesh and moldy onion, accompanied its presence.
How did the speaker's encounter with Bigfoot change their life?
The encounter instilled a crippling fear of the dark and caused the speaker to abandon their trapping career, becoming a more "normal" teenage boy. It also left a lasting psychological impact, making them wary of familiar places from their youth.
What was the experience of the children lost in the woods?
Three children got lost in the woods and heard a deep grunt and exhale, followed by the trees erupting in noise. They also smelled a rancid odor. The creature seemed to herd them back to the trail, guiding them out of their lost state.
What was the nature of the ghostly encounter in Tasmania?
While at a former convict hospital, the speaker saw apparitions of a happy older woman and an angry man. These figures would appear and disappear, and were later identified by a friend as deceased neighbors.
Describe the Navajo encounter with Bigfoot.
A Navajo individual encountered a nine-foot-tall Bigfoot on a mountain pass. After offering it apples, the creature took them, touched the individual's neck, and then left. This interaction was described as respectful and awe-inspiring.
What were Randy's key Bigfoot encounters in Kentucky?
Randy's encounters included seeing a large black figure cross a road, hearing terrifying roars and yells in an abandoned quarry, and later experiencing similar sounds while praying. He also heard about other encounters from neighbors.
What evidence of Bigfoot was found in Oregon?
Matt Pettigo found a large, deep footprint in volcanic soil in Oregon. The print was 14 inches long, six inches wide, and two inches deep, suggesting a creature weighing over 500 pounds with characteristics similar to a primate's hinged foot.
Show Notes
In 1999, after moving to Denver, Colorado, a Navajo man, Nightwolf, surprised his brother, whom he hadn’t seen in seven years. The brothers, both Navajo, decided to drive up Berthoud Pass to catch up. While enjoying the mountain scenery, they spotted a large, black, furry figure that they first mistook for a bear. Nightwolf pulled over, tossed an apple from their bag toward the creature (accidentally hitting it), and quickly realized it was not a bear but Bigfoot. Drawing on Navajo stories about the creature, he felt a mix of fear and awe. The being stood about nine feet tall, with a massive head, no visible neck, a barrel-like chest, thick leathery skin, and alert, intelligent eyes. Despite his brother’s frantic warnings that it would kill him, Nightwolf chose to show respect by calmly approaching with the bag of apples. He knelt, bowed his head to expose his neck in submission, and placed the bag in front of the creature. It briefly grasped his neck—leaving an oily residue—then released him, took the apples, and walked away. Shaken but deeply honored by the encounter, Nightwolf rejoined his brother in the car. He describes the experience as life-changing and ends with blessings to the reader.
Join my Supporters Club for $4.99 per month for exclusive stories:
https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-if-it-s-true-podcast--5445587/support
Table of contents
United States
