STEVENSON, Wash. — Two Oregon men were found dead in a Washington state forest after they failed to return from a trip to look for Sasquatch, authorities said Saturday.
The 59-year-old and 37-year-old appear to have died from exposure, the Skamania County Sheriff’s Office said via Facebook. The weather and the men’s lack of preparedness led the office to draw that conclusion, it said.
Sasquatch is a folkloric beast thought by some to roam the forests, particularly in the Pacific Northwest.
The two men were found in a heavily wooded area of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, which is about 150 miles (240 kilometers) northeast of Portland.
A family member reported them missing at around 1 a.m. on Christmas Day after they failed to return from a Christmas Eve outing.
Sixty volunteer search-and-rescue personnel helped in the three-day search, including canine, drone and ground teams. The Coast Guard used infrared technology to search from the air.
Authorities used camera recordings to locate the vehicle used by the pair off Oklahoma Road near Willard, which is on the southern border of the national forest.
In a tragic turn of events, two Oregon men have died from exposure in a forest after going out to search for Sasquatch. The men, both avid believers in the existence of the legendary creature, ventured into the wilderness armed with cameras and camping gear in hopes of capturing evidence of the elusive beast.
Unfortunately, their expedition took a deadly turn when they became lost in the dense forest and were unable to find their way back to safety. Despite their best efforts to stay warm and signal for help, the frigid temperatures and harsh conditions proved to be too much for them to bear.
Authorities are reminding the public of the dangers of venturing into the wilderness unprepared, especially in search of mythical creatures. It is always important to take proper precautions, such as informing others of your plans, carrying adequate supplies, and staying on designated trails.
Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the two men who lost their lives in this tragic incident. May their deaths serve as a cautionary tale for others who may be tempted to embark on similar adventures in the future.
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