(TheIndependentStar.com) – The dream of encountering a legendary creature turned tragic for two Oregon men who died after going on a Sasquatch Hunt in Washington State’s Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
These thrill-seekers, who ventured out on Christmas Eve in search of the elusive Sasquatch, fell victim to the harsh realities of nature.
Two Oregon men, aged 59 and 37, embarked on a Sasquatch-hunting expedition in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest on December 24.
When they failed to return, authorities launched a search operation. Tragically, both men were found deceased, with exposure cited as the cause of death.
The Skamania County Sheriff’s Office reported the grim discovery, stating, “The 59-year-old and 37-year-old appear to have died from exposure.”
The search operation involved over 60 volunteer search-and-rescue personnel, including canine, drone, and ground teams. The Coast Guard was even called in to use infrared technology for aerial searches.
Moreover, the men’s car was found near Oklahoma Road in Willard, Washington, on the southern border of the national forest.
Sasquatch, also known as Bigfoot, has long been a part of American folklore, particularly in the Pacific Northwest.
The creature’s legend has inspired countless expeditions and even local government-sponsored events.
While these pursuits can boost tourism and local economies, this incident serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of chasing myths.
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