Mississippi Man's 40-Year-Old Bigfoot Encounter: A Cautionary Tale

Posted Wednesday, January 01, 2025

By Squatchable.com staff

A fascinating account of an encounter with something mysterious in the woods has been shared on the YouTube channel Dogman & Paranormal Research with Jeff Nadolny. The witness, a 72-year-old man from Mississippi, called the channel to share his story, which took place over 40 years ago. The man, who goes by Ash, was camping with friends in the National Forest in Mississippi when they heard strange noises, including trox and whooping, in the distance. Although they were armed, they didn't feel threatened at first. However, as they hiked, they noticed something running parallel to them, keeping its distance but watching them. Ash saw what he thought was a wolf, but it was much larger than any wolf he had ever seen. Later that night, Ash heard something walking through their campsite. He grabbed his revolver and waited, unsure if it was a big man or a Bigfoot. He lay there for hours, but nothing happened. In the morning, he told his friends about the strange occurrence, and they decided to leave if anything else happened. What's interesting about this account is the location. The National Forest in Mississippi has over five cemeteries within a five-square-mile radius, and many strange experiences have been reported in the area. Could there be a connection between the cemeteries and the presence of Bigfoot? While we can't say for sure, it's worth noting that many witnesses have reported seeing Bigfoot near cemeteries. Some believe that Bigfoot has a spiritual connection to these places, while others think it may be drawn to the peace and quiet that cemeteries offer. Regardless of the reason, this account is a fascinating addition to the many stories of Bigfoot sightings and encounters. If you're interested in learning more, be sure to check out the video on Dogman & Paranormal Research with Jeff Nadolny's YouTube channel. And as always, if you have a Bigfoot encounter to share, we'd love to hear from you!