Two men found dead after searching for sasquatch in national forest

Daily Mail ^ | 12/29/24 | Samantha Rutt

[Libloather]

Two Oregon men who ventured into the woods of Washington state on a Christmas Eve hunt for Sasquatch have been found dead, authorities confirmed on Saturday.

The 59-year-old and 37-year-old, whose names have not yet been released, tragically failed to return from their expedition, sparking a frantic three-day search across the rugged Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

The men's deaths are believed to be the result of exposure to the harsh winter conditions.

With no signs of foul play or injury, authorities speculate that the pair's lack of preparation for the extreme weather may have led to their deaths.

The Sheriff's Office pointed out that the weather conditions and the men's inadequate gear were major factors in the fatal outcome.

The pair's ill-fated trip began on Christmas Eve when they set out to search for Sasquatch, the elusive creature of folklore often said to roam the forests of the Pacific Northwest.

But after the men failed to return to their holiday outing, a family member alerted authorities to their disappearance at around 1 am on Christmas Day.

A massive three-day search effort ensued, involving over 60 volunteers, including search-and-rescue teams, canine units, drones, and ground searchers.

The Coast Guard also joined the search, using infrared technology to scan the forest from the air.

Authorities eventually used camera footage to track down the men's vehicle, located off Oklahoma Road near Willard, about 150 miles northeast of Portland.

From there, the teams zeroed in on the remote, heavily wooded area where the bodies were discovered.

[bray]

I am born and raised in Oregon, not every river is at the bottom of a canyon.

[BipolarBob]

our expedition seemed foolish to some
we had few provisions but plenty of rum
it was very cold and rainy to say the least
ideal conditions for us to find the beast
wet firewood doesn't burn and our tents too flimsy
we should've re-thought going out on a whimsy
wolves are around us and so are the bears
if we fall asleep, they'll jump us unawares
now we are in the a huge forest deep
and miles to go before we sleep, miles to go before we sleep

[Tailback]

It’s not just the cold in the Pacific Northwest that’s a danger; it’s the months of on-and-off rain during the winter, and the lack of sunlight.

Being wet in 45 degree weather, can be much more dangerous than dry in 30 degree weather. You lose heat faster, and unless you are wearing the right stuff (wool), wet clothing will not insulate you.

[Telepathic Intruder]

Wow, that’s better than a lot of the ones I’ve seen.

[Red Badger]

They obviously found one....

[RoosterRedux]

that’s what “Lolz” means

Do you honestly think that there is a human being and/or bot on the internet that needs an explanation/definition of "lolz"?

Is there something wrong with you?

[RoosterRedux]

Your problem is hubris (caused by and causing insecurity). Fix that and you'll make a giant leap forward in your search for peace.

I must admit, this isn't my idea. It comes from the Bible.

I had/have the same problem. I am no less guilty than you.

Our solution—our salvation—yours and mine, is right there in the details.

We need to keep giving our lives to Yeshua every day. Turning all our insecurities and sins over to him.

I will admit that, for me, that is a full-time job.

I think you are in the same boat as me.

May God bless and keep you.

[RoosterRedux]

BTW, I am extremely addled. I read the Gospel every night (see homepage) and I realize that we humans are completely addled. We are lost without a Savior.

Me most of all.

[RoosterRedux]

Let me quickly add, I am not above you. I am a lowly servant.

My goal is to be the lowliest servant.

[Diana in Wisconsin]

“With no signs of foul play or injury, authorities speculate that the pair’s lack of preparation for the extreme weather may have led to their deaths.”

‘Hey, Dad! Let’s get all liquored up on Christmas Eve, ignore Mom’s pleas for SANITY, and then head to the woods with no supplies and look for Bigfoot!’

‘Sounds like a plan, Son!’

[ZULU]

Sasquatches exist. See Dr. Jeff Meldrum.

[70times7]

Nuh-unh!

I’M lower! (jk; we are all pretty miserable, eh?)

Thank you. That was an absolutely beautiful pivot.

[RoosterRedux]

:-)