Blurry Creatures EP: 281 The Ape Men of Mt. Saint Helens with Marc Myrsell
Nov 19, 2024
Marc Myrsell, an author and expert on Bigfoot, delves into the chilling 1924 Ape Canyon incident involving miners at Mount St. Helens. He presents compelling evidence linking the encounter to Bigfoot, exploring the cultural significance of this mysterious tale. Myrsell recounts the miners' harrowing experiences, the media frenzy it caused, and the lore that has grown around these unexplained encounters. He also challenges common misconceptions while emphasizing the importance of keeping an open mind towards cryptid phenomena.
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Strange Encounters at the Mine
- Five miners, including Fred and Leroy Smith, worked a gold mine near Mount St. Helens.
- They experienced strange sounds, footprints, and sightings of a hairy creature before the main incident.
Debunking Explanations
- Common explanations for the incident, like the miners being drunk or pranked by kids, don't hold up to scrutiny.
- The miners maintained their story until death, and physical evidence supports their claims.
Family Perspectives
- Fred Beck's grandson confirms Fred believed his account was true.
- Leroy Smith's daughter, Betty Mitchell, didn't know her family was involved until contacted by Myrsell, highlighting Leroy's silence on the matter.