In this episode, Matt from Washington shares his lifelong intrigue with Bigfoot, sparked from childhood stories by his grandfather and fueled by iconic images like Patty. His passion transitioned into serious field research inspired by shows like 'Finding Bigfoot,' leading to over a decade of investigations. Matt recounts several encounters, including mysterious footprints near his home on the Quinault Indian Reservation and unsettling nighttime activities that challenge conventional wildlife explanations. These experiences, along with local indigenous beliefs, shape his view of Bigfoot as a flesh-and-blood being closely related to humans. Matt's ongoing research is driven by personal curiosity and a desire to uncover the mysteries of these elusive creatures, despite the challenges and eerie encounters. Listen To Backwoods Bigfoot Stories  Get Our FREE Newsletter Get Brian's Book Sasquatch Unleashed The Truth Behind The Legend Leave Us A Voicemail Visit Our Website Support Our Sponsors Visit Hangar 1 Publishing 00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction 00:08 Early Fascination with Bigfoot 01:33 Transition to Serious Research 02:41 First Encounter in the Olympics 03:32 Activity on the Property 04:20 Detailed Property Description 05:20 Parents' Visit and Strange Events 06:49 Ongoing Encounters and Evidence 19:27 Sighting and Description of Bigfoot 22:11 Research Approach and Beliefs 33:01 Community Stories and Experiences 35:10 Upcoming Events and Conclusion Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.