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Texas Boy Scouts Encounter MASSIVE BIGFOOT CHASING DEER While Hiking at Night
A group of Texas Boy Scouts sneaks out of camp during the night to explore some nearby nature trails. They soon encounter and are frightened by a massive Bigfoot chasing deer.
“I’m 50 years old and I grew up in a small suburban town called Deer Park, Texas. It is located on the southeast side of Houston. This incident occurred on a summer night in 1985. I was 13 years old at the time. I took a road trip with the Boy Scouts to Enchanted Rock State Park in central Texas to camp out for the weekend.
On the first day, we were there, and after setting up camp, we took a hike off of a 300-foot cliff face made of solid granite. We hiked through natural caverns near the end of the day. While walking back to camp we noticed a couple of nature trails just off the main park road that we could hike. But the scoutmaster told us that we weren’t going to have time to explore those trails on this trip.
On the second night, four of us decided to sneak out and explore those trails after the scoutmaster went to sleep. Around 2 AM we rallied on the road outside of camp. We began walking toward the trails, following the main park road which stretched around the outskirts of the park to the nature trails. We had a couple of flashlights between us. The road we were on was about 14 feet wide and made of asphalt. It was a full moon that night so we could see fairly well once we got away from the camp lights and our eyes adjusted to the darkness. We were walking shoulder to shoulder down this road, talking and joking around as young boys do.
About 15 minutes or so after we left camp and before we could reach the trails we were suddenly startled by rustling and movement from the brush on top of the hill to our left. We saw three deer crash in the bushes and run down the hill and scurry frantically across the road about 40 feet in front of us from left to right. We heard louder popping and cracking noises and crashing sounds on top of that same hill to the left. We all froze in place. A sense of dread came over me.
At that moment a dark figure broke through the brush line sprinted down the hill and appeared to be chasing the deer across the road in front of us. In one long stride, it crossed the road. It was running on two feet but after crossing the road it crouched down on all fours and seemed to gain more speed. When it did it disappeared into the brush. It had to be at least nine feet tall. In this upper torso area, I estimate to be four to five feet across the shoulders. it also had a very short neck that appeared to be sunken into its shoulders and massive muscles could be seen through the thin dark body hair which was shimmering in the direct moonlight. Its muscular build and definition were impressive, to say the least, and would make any bodybuilder jealous. The head was massive and conical at the top. If I were to guess I would say it had to weigh about 800 pounds or more.
A few seconds later it passed in front of us. We all noticed an ungodly pungent odor, a combination of feces, urine, and garbage like I smelled at the dump in the past. We all panicked and sprinted full speed back toward camp constantly checking over our shoulders to see if maybe it had decided to follow us. We all stopped short a camp to gain our composure and catch our breath. We needed to discuss what we had just witnessed. we all agreed not to tell anybody for fear of getting in trouble for sneaking out or that nobody would believe us, accusing us of making up the story.
We broke camp at 8 AM that next morning and headed home. we never talked about it again and we lost touch with each other shortly after the incident. I’ve only told only a couple people about this incident over the years for fear of being ridiculed.” MH
Transcribed Source: The Round Table Of Knowledge By HTH
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Texas Boy Scouts Encounter MASSIVE BIGFOOT CHASING DEER While Hiking at Night
A group of Texas Boy Scouts sneaks out of camp during the night to explore some nearby nature trails. They soon encounter and are frightened by a massive Bigfoot chasing deer.
“I’m 50 years old and I grew up in a small suburban town called Deer Park, Texas. It is located on the southeast side of Houston. This incident occurred on a summer night in 1985. I was 13 years old at the time. I took a road trip with the Boy Scouts to Enchanted Rock State Park in central Texas to camp out for the weekend.
On the first day, we were there, and after setting up camp, we took a hike off of a 300-foot cliff face made of solid granite. We hiked through natural caverns near the end of the day. While walking back to camp we noticed a couple of nature trails just off the main park road that we could hike. But the scoutmaster told us that we weren’t going to have time to explore those trails on this trip.
On the second night, four of us decided to sneak out and explore those trails after the scoutmaster went to sleep. Around 2 AM we rallied on the road outside of camp. We began walking toward the trails, following the main park road which stretched around the outskirts of the park to the nature trails. We had a couple of flashlights between us. The road we were on was about 14 feet wide and made of asphalt. It was a full moon that night so we could see fairly well once we got away from the camp lights and our eyes adjusted to the darkness. We were walking shoulder to shoulder down this road, talking and joking around as young boys do.
About 15 minutes or so after we left camp and before we could reach the trails we were suddenly startled by rustling and movement from the brush on top of the hill to our left. We saw three deer crash in the bushes and run down the hill and scurry frantically across the road about 40 feet in front of us from left to right. We heard louder popping and cracking noises and crashing sounds on top of that same hill to the left. We all froze in place. A sense of dread came over me.
At that moment a dark figure broke through the brush line sprinted down the hill and appeared to be chasing the deer across the road in front of us. In one long stride, it crossed the road. It was running on two feet but after crossing the road it crouched down on all fours and seemed to gain more speed. When it did it disappeared into the brush. It had to be at least nine feet tall. In this upper torso area, I estimate to be four to five feet across the shoulders. it also had a very short neck that appeared to be sunken into its shoulders and massive muscles could be seen through the thin dark body hair which was shimmering in the direct moonlight. Its muscular build and definition were impressive, to say the least, and would make any bodybuilder jealous. The head was massive and conical at the top. If I were to guess I would say it had to weigh about 800 pounds or more.
A few seconds later it passed in front of us. We all noticed an ungodly pungent odor, a combination of feces, urine, and garbage like I smelled at the dump in the past. We all panicked and sprinted full speed back toward camp constantly checking over our shoulders to see if maybe it had decided to follow us. We all stopped short a camp to gain our composure and catch our breath. We needed to discuss what we had just witnessed. we all agreed not to tell anybody for fear of getting in trouble for sneaking out or that nobody would believe us, accusing us of making up the story.
We broke camp at 8 AM that next morning and headed home. we never talked about it again and we lost touch with each other shortly after the incident. I’ve only told only a couple people about this incident over the years for fear of being ridiculed.” MH
Transcribed Source: The Round Table Of Knowledge By HTH
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Have you had a sighting of a winged humanoid or huge bat-like creature in the Chicago, Illinois metro area / Lake Michigan region? The entity has also been referred to as the ‘Chicago Mothman’, ‘Chicago Owlman’ & ‘O’Hare Mothman.’ – Chicago / Lake Michigan Winged Humanoid Regional Interactive Map – Please feel free to contact me at lonstrickler@phantomsandmonsters.com – your anonymity is guaranteed. Our investigative group is conducting a serious examination of his phenomenon. We are merely seeking the truth and wish to determine what eyewitnesses have been encountering. Your cooperation is truly appreciated.
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Everything you need to go hiking with your dog
Now that the weather is warm, folks are flocking to the outdoors. Between visiting a national park, state parks, and local trails, there are tons of places to get out and enjoy nature. If you’re a pet owner, hiking with a dog is a great way to get some exercise in for both you and your furry friend.
But before we can say happy trails to you and your pups, read up on some common pre-hike precautions to take, and learn more about the best dog hiking gear we’ve tested and approved ahead of your next outdoor adventure.
How to go hiking with your dog
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Check the trail or park website for dog restrictions. Many national and state parks have strict rules on where dogs can be. Some only allow pups on paved roads, in campsites or in parking lots, while others have designated trails that dogs can be on. Trails that allow dogs usually have a six foot leash rule, so don’t show up without a lead or with a long line, even if your pup is trained.
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Check the weather and prepare accordingly. If it’s going to be over 85 degrees Fahrenheit, plan to bring dog boots. The ground gets significantly hotter than the air temperature, so your pup can burn their paws on almost any surface — even dirt — during the summer months. You’ll also want to pack enough water for you and your pup to stay hydrated, and bring sunscreen for both of you if you’ll be in direct sun. Dogs can get sunburn too!
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Bring plenty of water, treats, and food if you’ll be out for a long time. This one is pretty self-explanatory, but be sure to bring plenty of dog treats, food, and water to keep your hiking buddy going for the full hike.
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Get your dog accustomed to their gear ahead of time. If you’ll be using boots, a new harness, or a dog backpack, make sure you get your dog used to their gear in the weeks leading up to your hike. Practice positive association games with tasty treats so they learn to love their boots and backpack.
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Start out slow. If your dog has never hiked before, plan to do an easy, short hike for your first go. You’ll be able to build up length and difficulty the more you hike together, but don’t go too hard the first time, or you might end up carrying a tired pup back to the car.
Does my dog need boots to go hiking?
As we noted in our Best Camping Gear for Dogs roundup, your pooch doesn’t need boots to head out on the trail, but they can help greatly reduce the risk of paw injuries and help with traction on slippery sections of the hike. For dog owners who want to hike during the summer, remember that if the air temperature is over 85 degrees Fahrenheit, most surfaces, even dirt, will be too hot for your dog’s paw pads. Hot ground temperatures can cause blisters on dog’s paws if exposed for too long, so play it safe and opt for a pair of dog boots.
A pair of boots will also protect from paw injuries that are common for outdoorsy dogs. Pups can rip paw pads, step on sharp sticks, rocks, or stray glass, and can even break their nails while hiking, so protecting their feet with boots will save you the stress of dealing with a paw injury later on.
Don’t plan on busting out the dog boots for the first time before a long hike, though. Not all dogs take to boots quickly, and your pup may refuse to walk or try to take their boots off the first time you try them out. Practice wearing the boots in the weeks leading up to your first outdoor outing, and be sure to bribe, I mean, desensitize your dog to boots with lots of tasty snacks.
Leave no trace when hiking with a dog
This might be a no-brainer, but adhering to leave no trace principles is of utmost importance when you’re in the outdoors with a dog. Every dog owner needs to remember that dogs can disrupt the natural flow of nature, so be sure to pick up any dog poop, keep your pup away from wildlife, and don’t allow them to dig anywhere on the trail. Following leave no trace and being a responsible pet owner keeps outdoor recreation spots beautiful and accessible for future generations of pets and hikers.
How we came up with this list
As an avid hiker, Miso (that’s my dog) helped me test every single piece of dog hiking gear in our list of the best hiking gear for dogs. Read on to get our gear review for each and see what we have loved the most after hitting the trail again and again: