In this gripping episode of the Bigfoot Society Podcast, host Jeremiah engages with Mark Eller, Sr., a seasoned outdoorsman from the shadowy forests of Northwest Georgia. As they unfold the layers of Mark's extraordinary experiences, the episode transforms into a chronicle of encounters that blur the line between myth and reality. Mark's narrative takes us back to his formative years spent in the lush expanses near Chattanooga, setting the stage with anecdotes of life surrounded by nature's enigmatic beauty. The conversation delves into a life-altering episode that occurred by the Raccoon Mountain Pump Station, where what started as a tranquil fishing trip with his father evolved into a chilling encounter with an unseen entity, leaving behind an indelible mark on his perception of the wilderness. Beyond mere Bigfoot sightings, Mark and Jeremiah explore the profound implications these experiences have on understanding our place within the natural world. They venture into discussions on the elusive nature of cryptids, touching on the physical evidence that challenges our conventional understanding and invites skepticism and wonder in equal measure. As the episode progresses, Jeremiah and Mark speculate on the coexistence of humans and these mysterious beings, pondering the broader questions of conservation, respect for these creatures, and the uncharted territories of the American wilderness that continue to fuel our fascination with the unknown. Highlighting encounters across the timeline of Mark's life, this episode is a testament to the enduring allure of the Bigfoot legend and a reminder of the wild's deep, untold stories. Each narrative from Mark's life serves as a beacon for adventurers and believers alike, encouraging a respectful pursuit of truth behind the folklore. Join Jeremiah and Mark as they navigate through tales of close encounters, the seeking of tangible evidence, and the philosophical musings about what these beings might signify about our own existence amid nature's vast, unexplored mysteries.Hear an extra hour interview in the Patreon with Mark as he shares about his additional strange life occurences in the Strange Days Aftershow for this episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/strange-days-438-104822820Share your Bigfoot encounter with me here: bigfootsociety@gmail.com? Subscribe to hear more Bigfoot encounters: https://www.youtube.com/@BigfootSociety?sub_confirmation=1Share this video with a friend: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5v75Od-X38Watch more episodes of the Bigfoot Society podcast here – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3t1vwtsKh-MGeHs0XglFJE5LwUHpmJm_&feature=sharedRecommended Playlist – New Jersey Bigfoot Encounters - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3t1vwtsKh-Mk4032IyZtWgP6LVPU8uat✅ Help me help others share their Bigfoot Encounter by joining the community on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thebigfootsociety✅ Hear ad-free episodes early by joining the community on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8Qq45W6iaTU8FE9kelxT7Q/joinLet’s connect:Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/bigfootsociety/Twitter – https://twitter.com/bigfoot_societyTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@bigfoot.societyAffiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel at no additional cost to you.My Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3L1q8XYPut some pep in my step by buying me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bigfootsocietyPick up some merch here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/bigfootsociety/?etsrc=sdtSend mail here:Bigfoot Society125 E 1st St. #233Earlham, IA 50072Send business inquiries to: bigfootsociety@gmail.com