Author Discusses Book on Patrick, the Sasquatch Human Hybrid

A fascinating interview recently surfaced on YouTube that dives deep into one of the most intriguing claims in Sasquatch research—the story of a supposed human-Sasquatch hybrid born in the late 1800s on the Colville Reservation in Eastern Washington. The conversation features author Norman Sollie, who spent years researching and documenting this incredible tale for his book "Before Patty: Patrick, the Sasquatch Human Hybrid and Our Genetic Inheritance." What makes this story so compelling is how it came together. Norman first stumbled onto the thread while attending the 2019 International Bigfoot Conference in Kennewick, Washington. There, he met Dr. Igor Berstub, a Russian researcher who had written about the case. Norman shelled out $200 for Berstub's book on the spot—a decision that would eventually lead him down a rabbit hole of historical research spanning decades. Inside that Russian-authored book was a reproduction of an address by Dr. Dimitri Fenov, another Russian researcher, who referenced a 1992 self-published paper by Dr. Ed Foo. Foo's paper documented oral traditions on the Colville Reservation about a hybrid child born to a Sasquatch mother and human father. The lore was still alive on the reservation nearly 100 years after the supposed event, which speaks volumes about how deeply this story was embedded in the community's memory. Norman reached out to Heather Moser of Smalltown Monsters, known for her genealogical expertise, and within 48 hours she had tracked down the individual in question—a man named Patrick. Yes, literally Patrick. That's where the title "Before Patty" comes from—Patrick predates the famous Patterson-Gimlin film subject by decades. The research uncovered about 160 historical documents supporting Patrick's existence as a real, breathing person. Norman even located a photograph of Patrick from October 10, 1928, along with images of his 104-acre farm on the Colville Reservation. Patrick apparently had a "golden age" where he thrived as a farmer and grain rancher, married, and fathered eight children—all during a period when Native Americans weren't even considered U.S. citizens and couldn't vote. The darker chapters of Patrick's life are also documented. He struggled with alcoholism and found himself in and out of jail repeatedly, which is actually how so many records of him exist. Despite Dr. Foo's paper claiming Patrick died at age 30, Norman believes he actually lived to around 70, suggesting the family may have preferred to remember him as having passed on earlier as his life took difficult turns. This kind of research is exactly what the Sasquatch community needs more of—meticulous historical documentation combined with respect for the living relatives involved. Norman was very careful to emphasize that anyone pursuing similar research should handle these matters with sensitivity, especially given the Native American families connected to the story. The book itself contains around 70 illustrations including tables, graphs, and photographs, making it a substantial piece of evidence for anyone interested in the possibility of Sasquatch-human interaction. For those wanting to hear the full story straight from the author, the interview is well worth the watch. Norman goes into much greater detail about his methodology, the challenges of the research, and the implications of what this case could mean for the broader understanding of Sasquatch presence in North America. The idea that a hybrid could have lived, worked, raised a family, and died within relatively recent history raises profound questions. If Patrick was real, what does that say about the genetic legacy of Sasquatch in North America? And how many other stories like this are waiting to be uncovered in reservation oral traditions and dusty historical records? This is the kind of deep-dive research that separates casual curiosity from serious investigation. Definitely check out the full interview when you get a chance—it's a conversation that will stick with you long after it's over.