Handbook of Sasquatch Research

by Allister Cucksey, Sharon Eby

Description Step inside the world of Bigfoot investigators, researchers, and believers in this unique, in-depth guide to the subculture of Sasquatch research.Drawing from interviews and surveys with over 30 well-known investigators-including Dr. Jeff Meldrum, Lyle Blackburn, Ron Morehead, Kathy Strain, Stan Gordon, and many more-this book reveals the diverse beliefs, debates, and methods shaping modern Bigfoot research. From the "no-kill vs. pro-kill" controversy to the role of media, folklore, and organizations, you'll discover how culture, science, and personal experiences intersect in the ongoing mystery of Sasquatch.Inside you'll find: Firsthand interviews and questionnaires from leading Bigfoot researchers.Insights into research organizations, cultural geography, and investigator cosmologies.Analysis of media influence-from the Patterson-Gimlin film to modern TV shows, news, and literature.Rare behind-the-scenes perspectives from both professionals and passionate amateurs.A deep dive into the strange, fascinating, and sometimes conflicting beliefs surrounding Bigfoot.Table of Contents: Dedication 4
Jobs of Professionals & Investigators 11
Parks & Forest Service Viewpoint 11
Greg Rasar - Contributor 12
More Viewpoints 14
Forest Fires 15
Bigfoot Subculture and Forest/Parks 17
Organizations & Research 22
Cultural Geography of Research Organizations 31
Reliable vs Unreliable Bigfoot Organizations 36
No-kill or Pro-kill Debate 38
Cosmology of Bigfoot Researchers 43
Research & Researchers 50
Bigfoot Researchers Questionnaire Interviews 56
Interview: Kris Allen 59
Interview: Daniel Benoit 65
Interview: Lyle Blackburn 69
Interview: Tyler Bounds 72
Interview: Michael W Cook 81
Interview: Adam Davies 85
Interview: Henry Franzoni 88
Interview: Ken Gerhard 94
Interview: Jeffrey Gonzalez 98
Interview: Stan Gordon 101
Interview: Winona Rouillard Kirk 108
Interview: Steve Kulls 116
Interview: Thomas Marcum 120
Interview: Dr. Jeff Meldrum 123
Interview: Mark Mills 127
Interview: Ron Morehead 129
Interview: Kipp Morrill 132
Interview: Derek Randles 135
Interview: Anthony Shields 139
Interview: Zach Starrick 148
Interview: Kathy Strain 151
Interview: Lon Strickler 155
Interview: Craig Woolheater 161
Self-Interview - Bigfoot Researcher: Sharon Eby 165
Individuals - Semi-Structured Survey 172
No-Kill / Pro-Kill Data 187
Socio-Cultural & Media Influences 191
Media, Movies, & News Influence Culture 203
Bigfoot in the News 204
Patterson-Gimlin Film 205
John Johnsen - Contributor 214
Movies, TV Shows, Films, Plays, and Documentaries 227
Books & Other Literature 229
Journals and Other Articles 229
Children's Books 232
Books for Adults 237
More Bigfoot and Primate Books 238
Alternative Bigfoot Books 239
Novels or Stories about Bigfoot or Sasquatch 240
Bigfoot Researchers Cosmologies 242
Pro-Kill Survey Results 273
Pro-Kill Group 273
No-Kill Group 282
Author Biography 287
Acknowledgements 291
Appendices 292