My thoughts on women working in the field of bigfoot research.
Those who know me know that my first love is sasquatch research. This passion has taken such a prominent place in my life that at several points my commitment to it has been the source of great tension in my marraige. I’ve explained to my wife that Bigfoot is as much a part of me as she is, and she knew that coming into the relationship. I respect her interests: our children, cooking, cleaning—and I hope for the same respect from her. Though the time I spend away from home does still creates tension in our family, for the most part she understands that my bigfoot research is really about more than just a hobby, it’s the legacy I will leave to the world when I die.
People have often asked me why I don’t include my wife in my research. Well, I’ve considered it, but after much consideration I’ve decided that spending countless hours tracking a potentially dangerous creature through remote wilderness areas is probably not the best place for a woman.
This isn’t to say that there aren’t a lot of females researching this wonderous beast, Dianne Stocking comes to mind. There are many others as well and I applaud their determination.
Now that the idea of an undocumented primate has become accepted by the public, more researchers have become involved in the search. As with anything that becomes popular, a lot of amateurs get involved. At some point all of these tracks we’ve been finding are going to lead to the tail-end of a living sasquatch. When that happens we have to be prepared for ANY eventuality. Now we debate whether or not men are smarter than women, or more capable in various situations. But one fact that isn’t up for debate is that men are the warriors of our species, and when it comes to a face-to-face meeting with an angry bigfoot…I think the best chance we’ll have to capture or kill the creature will come from a true warrior.
Melissa wrote:
Well, thank you for applauding the determination of women in this field of research.
Recently I received a personal message from a gentleman, who I do not know, and this man went on to tell me he felt my blog had “An Agenda”, I’m sure you know which blog I refer to. He assured me that men take women in this field of research seriously and no man in this would ever think a woman is not just as capable as a man.
I see he has not read your blog.
If a woman has such a horrible chance face to face with a Bigfoot, I wonder how Diane Fossey did so well with Silverback Gorillas, or Jane Goodall with chimps (all wild no less).
Your approach is easy, kill one so someone else can study the body parts (assuming you can find one and pull the trigger)I want to understand the animal. Who will learn more? Me or you? Does your method make you tougher or stronger or more capable, I would say no - as it takes much more strength to subject yourself to an animal of this size, to try and understand it. I would have to say, in your scenario, the women I know, have you beat in spades.
Your wife is always welcome to Bigfoot hunt with me. I can introduce her to many researchers who have no gender bias and are always looking for new researchers with a positive attitude and a desire to understand this animal.
Show more compassion to what you consider “the weaker sex” we might be able to help you.
Melissa
Posted on 28-Dec-06 at 6:57 pm | Permalink
speedball wrote:
I would hardly compare a Silverback Gorilla to a Big Foot. One has only to visit any zoo in America to see any flavor of Gorilla. To come face to face with the elusive Sasquatch, one would be looking into the eyes of a worthy adversary indeed, a beast that has escaped capture for centuries. If you feel that your method of “understanding” the animal is safer or would cast greater knowledge of the beast than my method of capture or kill…then I sincerely hope you carry more than pepper-spray in your purse.
Posted on 28-Dec-06 at 7:10 pm | Permalink
bill green wrote:
hey everyone i think its wonderful that men & women both do research about the sasquatch pheanomena becouse its a very interesting mystery subject etc. and to read about the sightings etc & evidence is also very interesting indeed. thanks bill green ct sasquatch researcher please keep in touch ok.
Posted on 28-Dec-06 at 8:05 pm | Permalink
Melissa wrote:
Speedball, If you think for a second a Silverback Gorilla in a zoo is tame, then you really do not understand animals.
It is clear to me, by your post, you have a low opinion of women. I cant help you, nor do I intend to try. Just know your words are sad and people will see your attitude for what it is. I feel sorry for you, and hope that one day you will take women in this research just as seriously as men.
Your response to me proves there is a clear bias by some, and it is based on gender only. It has nothing to do with whether a woman is capable, it simply has to do with her being female. I say some, because I thank god not all men in this research feel the way you do.
Good luck in all you do.
Posted on 31-Dec-06 at 12:29 pm | Permalink
speedball wrote:
I certainly didn’t mean to offend you with my comments. I’ve addressed your concerns here.
Since we share a common goal, I hope we can work together at some point in the future.
Also, if you have any photos of yourself, please send them to me.
Posted on 02-Jan-07 at 11:56 am | Permalink
fixd » Elaboration on my thoughts of women in sasquatch research. wrote:
[…] It would seem from some of the comments that have been posted that I’ve upset at least one female bigfoot researcher with my previous post about women participating in sasquatch research. This certainly wasn’t my intention. As I said in the original article, I applaud their efforts and in some cases encourage them to do whatever they can to help in the search. […]
Posted on 02-Jan-07 at 6:45 pm | Permalink