SASQUATCH FOLKLORE IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST
BIBLIOGRAPHIC CITATIONS
Text Citations
Handler, Richard, and Jocelyn Linnekin. “Tradition, Genuine or Spurious.” The Journal of American Folklore 97, no. 385 (1984): 273–90. https://doi.org/10.2307/540610.
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Hunting Bigfoot. Directed by Taylor Guterson. Gravitas Ventures, 2021. https://www.kanopy.com/en/oregonstate/video/12160204
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Ramsey, Jarold. Coyote Was Going There: Indian Literature of the Oregon Country. Seattle: University of Washington Press, 1977. https://search.library.oregonstate.edu/permalink/01ALLIANCE_OSU/1c3q896/alma9952652101865
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Ravalli, Richard. “Bigfoot: The Life and Times of a Legend/Anatomy of a Beast: Obsession and Myth on the Trail of Bigfoot.” Journal of American Culture. Malden: Blackwell Publishing Ltd, 2009.
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Riley, Sam G. “A search for the cultural bigfoot: Folklore or fakelore?” Journal of Popular Culture 10, (2) (Fall 1976): 377-387, https://oregonstate.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/scholarly-journals/search-cultural-bigfoot-folklore-fakelore/docview/1297354986/se-2
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Sims, Martha, and Stephens, Martine. Living Folklore, 2nd Edition : An Introduction to the Study of People and Their Traditions. Logan: Utah State University Press, 2011.
Image Sources
Image of John Green. The Seattle Times. from Guterson, Taylor. Hunting Bigfoot. 2021. https://www.seattletimes.com/entertainment/movies/hunting-bigfoot-review-seattle-based-filmmaker-follows-a-man-obsessed-with-finding-sasquatch/
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Imagine.art. "Generate an image capturing a scene in an Oregon forest. The setting is near a village located beside a wide and magnificent waterfall. In the foreground, depict a young boy standing in front of a deserted lodge made of wooden logs and a leather roof. The boy should have a curious and determined expression as he talks to his mother, who is seated inside the lodge. The mother is shown holding a spear, an axe, and a bow, representing the articles mentioned in the prompt. She is explaining their significance to her son. The backdrop of the image should showcase the lush forest of Oregon, with towering pine trees and vibrant foliage. The waterfall beside the village should be visible, cascading gracefully into a crystal-clear pool below. The atmosphere should exude a sense of tranquility and mystery, capturing the essence of the forest. In the distance, amongst the trees, subtly depict the silhouette of a bigfoot observing the scene. As an additional element of tension, illustrate the boy venturing further into the woods, axe in hand. He encounters the bigfoot up close, and the moment is frozen in time. The boy has just driven his axe into a gnarly log, creating a significant crack in it. His expression should display a mix of courage and strategy. The bigfoot, a massive and formidable creature, stands before him, showing surprise and a hint of curiosity. The boy's next words challenge the skookum's strength, creating an engaging visual narrative. Overall, the image should capture the pivotal moment when the boy outwits and captures the bigfoot using his clever tactics, embodying bravery and resourcefulness in the heart of the enchanting Oregon forest." August 12, 2023.
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Imagine.art. "Generate an immersive image of a dense Oregon forest scene at dusk. The scene features a tranquil stream meandering through the forest, its gentle ripples reflecting the warm hues of the setting sun. Amongst the towering trees and broken branches, a mysterious silhouette figure is partially hidden, resembling the iconic sasquatch. The play of light and shadow creates an air of suspense and intrigue, inviting viewers to explore the depths of the forest and uncover the secrets it holds." August 12.2023
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Imagine.art. "The scene is a lush valley where two opposing forces meet and are mere seconds from engaging in battle. On the left are figures from classical folklore: Greek myths, native American legends, and Grimm's fairly tales. They are being led by a sasquatch. On the right are monsters and characters from modern movies and games. They are being led a bigfoot." August 12, 2023.
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Imagine.art. "silhouette of a mysterious figure that is roughly shaped like sasquatch standing in a forest in Oregon's cascade range forests. Now make it a logo for a blog about bigfoot." August 11, 2023
Larson, Jesse. "Every year, dozens of alleged Bigfoot sightings are reported in the Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon." Travel Oregon. January 19, 2018. Accessed August 13, 2023. https://traveloregon.com/plan-your-trip/guides-tours/tours-guided-trips/bigfoot-hiding-oregons-forests/
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MGN - Frame 352 of the Bigfoot from the 1967 Patterson–Gimlin film, Photo Date: 1967
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