John Green's Sasquatch Skepticism and Early Explorer Encounters

A recent video from the YouTube channel Creek Devil caught my attention, as the host discussed a compelling argument from John Green's book, "Year of the Sasquatch." Green addresses the assumption that Sasquatch couldn't have existed throughout history without being seen, and if it had been seen, it would be common knowledge. The host emphasizes Green's point that this assumption may not be accurate, as early explorers, trappers, and prospectors might have seen such creatures but chose not to share their experiences due to disbelief or fear of being labeled as liars. Green illustrates this concept with a letter to the editor of True Magazine, printed after they ran an article about Sasquatch-like phenomena in California. The letter was from a man whose grandfather prospected for gold in the 1850s in the region known as the Snowman's home. The grandfather claimed to have seen hairy giants near Mount Shasta, which crushed a 20-foot section of sleigh against a tree. This story is a prime example of how early accounts of Sasquatch-like creatures might have been dismissed or forgotten. The host also mentions David Thompson, an explorer and trader who ventured into the Rockies in the early 1800s. Thompson's journal, which has been preserved and published, contains an entry from January 7, 1811, describing a large animal track with four large toes and a small nail at the end. Although the narrative is a condensation of the journal, Thompson elaborated on the matter in later works, maintaining the belief that the "haunt of the mammoth" existed in the defile. I encourage readers to watch the video and delve deeper into John Green's work, as well as explore the history of Sasquatch sightings and accounts. The existence of Sasquatch is a fascinating and ongoing topic, and it's crucial to consider early accounts and stories that might have been dismissed or overlooked. By examining these historical narratives, we can better understand the potential reality of Sasquatch and its place in our past.