Fayette County Bigfoot Photo and what it means for the Patterson Footage 

_"8 inches is a pretty big deal when you're not used to it"_ ~Bob Gymlan 2022

Thanksgiving and Bob Gymlan. It don't get much better than this.

Happy thanksgiving from Canada Bob! Through the years I've never once been disappointed by your videos and always gain some new insight, revelation, or understanding into this fascinating topic. Your channel continues to be a beacon for those who dare to ask questions in this day and age. Keep up the good work and I hope you've been doing well :)

I grew up in the 1970’s in the immediate aftermath of the Patterson film, and Bigfoot was everywhere in entertainment. I accepted the Patterson film as genuine but probably an image of the last member of an otherwise extinct species, and grew up assuming we’d never see anything better to possibly prove it. Only now that I’m in my 50’s in an era of RU-vid and where everyone has an iPhone (in other words a hand held instant video camera), am I confident that it’s only a matter of time before there is another video of clear, detailed Patterson film (or better) quality. There’s been some compelling clips here and there over the past 10 years that have convinced me, maybe these things weren’t as close to extinction as I thought. But sooner or later someone is bound to capture a long, uninterrupted video of one of these creatures in good lighting, out in the open, unobstructed by foliage. I really believe it’s only a matter of time. And yeah there will still be naysayers who will call it fake but, I have a feeling it will be harder and harder to dismiss as time goes on.

Your sarcastic sense of humor is delightful

I'm from WV. I haven't lived there in years, but those mountains will always be home. Never had any encounter myself, but a friend of my dad's used to throw table scraps and other things over his back porch at night. His porch was elevated pretty high above the ground so at night he would quietly reach his hand over the porch railing and flash a picture with his phone to take pictures of any wildlife that would be out back. One night, the man did this, and when the flash from the phone came on, he heard a loud roar type of noise he had never heard in his life and then something huge tearing through the woods. The picture he got, I was told, looked the back of a gorilla. This story was told to me from my dad, and I never saw the picture myself, so I'm not a first hand witness to the story or the event, but the man that experienced this was a tough as nails country guy that was a simple honest man and hard worker. He would have no reason to lie about it, and him being dishonest is very out of character. I'm not sure if they are real or not, but the subject has always fascinated me

It always impresses me how LIFE CHANGING a Bigfoot encounter can be. I have seen many different animals in the wild, but never had THAT same reaction that a true witness has.

Hands down, the absolute best RU-vid channel on this subject. I love what you do Bob.

As someone that lives in the woods & spends a lot of time in them at night I can say with 100% certainty that if I did see something & was able to get a picture it would turn out exactly like this. My dog is black & tan (she’s in my profile pic) & when she gets more than 10-15 yards away from me she virtually disappears. And she’s not even trying to hide. I also would not ever, ever go chasing after anything. Even though I’m always armed at minimum with a handgun, sometimes a rifle as well, it would be the acme of foolishness to go running through the dense forest after something that makes its home there. Especially at night. Solid & well reasoned as always Bob. Thank you for yet another fascinating case.

I can't even get a 30 sec video of my hound dog howling with my phone already in hand. The fact he got a picture of this elusive beast on a bow hunt is very impressive to me. Split moment reaction is what is needed and that's extremely rare and hard to find but he is a marine so he is aware of his surroundings and knows that gut feeling when something is amiss.

On this Thanksgiving, one of the (minor) things I'm thankful for is finding your channel, Bob. Your way of giving credence to the incredible, your use of logic and your tone of "Here's this thing. It may be real, it may not, but here's the evidence" is clinical, yet retains the wonder of wondering, makes your arguments compelling. I've never encountered one and judging from the "real" interviews I've seen, I'm pretty sure I never want to. Happy Thanksgiving, Bob!

Happy thanks giving Mr. Gymlan. I hope you're surround by your loved ones. Thanks for your hard work whether they come to be entertainment or truth it's always brightened my day when I get a notification for a new Bob Gymlan video!

Happy Thanksgiving Bob, thank you for all the awesome videos you make!

Good to have ya back! I live in Southern Ohio. Ohio Grassman and Mothman area. I'm about 4ish hours away from the river gorge in WV. I live about 30ish minutes from the great River Ohio. The area here is vast. Living next to and have been in WV plenty of times, doesn't surprise me that something would be there. True story I'm about to tell. I don't believe any of it to be from something real, but from a act of imagination. I'm never to doubt though that there are things I don't know or understand. Especiallyin the universe. Ill give you the area so you can map it if you want. See the area I'm talking about. Coalton Ohio, but north of that town. We use to live in a deep wooded area. Surrounded by woods on every side. My kids were 4 years old, loved to draw on their walls. I always liked it because I enjoyed their artwork and knew I could just paint over them. My daughters room, which on one side of the room a tall enough person could peer through the little window because it was next to level ground. On the wall next to it was the window was high up because below it was our downstairs garage. Either way, you could easily peer into the woods and field. I walk in one day and noticed my daughter had drawn a picture on the wall of me, mom, her, her brother, our two dogs, and cat. She did a pretty good size ratio of each of us. Mommy and dad were taller than her and brother. Next to it was three other drawings. Threes figures, 10x the size of us in the family drawing. Reminded me of a 🌵 but with eyes. It really looked like the ancient Indian cave paintings you'll see if you Google it. I brought my wife in to look at it. She just said "Hmmm". I called my daughter in and asked her about our drawing as a family. She described it with glee. Then I asked her about what the three different large but in varying sized things were. She paused, and she said, "The woods people". I said, "Who are they?". Daughter says, "they live in the woods. I see them out my window".

A friend who lives near Clintonwood, VA, says she was clearing some brush on her land when she saw a bigfoot walking down the road before it headed off into the woods. The next day, she saw a juvenile bigfoot while clearing the brush.

What a treat to have Bob provide a video for Thanksgiving day. 👍🏻🇺🇸

"8 inches is a lot when you are not used to" are words that are going to live forever in this channel! 🤣

Regarding Bigfoot leaning while walking or running....I believe it's Thinker Thunker's video called "Grand Canyon Bigfoot" where he says the local Indian word for Bigfoot means "the man who leans when he runs." Also, regarding the PG film from 1967, one of the earliest critiques of the footage was by an expert on primate locomotion when he noted that Patty pulls her right shoulder way back in order to look behind her and that this is a trait of large primates (but not humans) because their necks are so short their jaw will not clear their shoulders to execute this maneuver. Compared to a human walk the shoulder moves back very little (at 15:17) to perform this movement. That early comment has always stuck with me when viewing the old PG film, which I've seen countless times (and in great detail due largely to the work of M.K. Davis). How many hoaxers would know this? Thanks for this video.

Thank you Bob.I grew up in NC in a town called Scotland neck and we were told about a hairy red eyed man that would take kids that was out side after dark and there would be nights when there was a weird atmosphere and a terrible oder in the air about town.on those nights not many people were out and about and the kids told to stay inside the house this was in the 50s60s

Whenever someone says "that's not Bigfoot, that looks like a guy in an ape costume," I think "well... isn't that more or less what we would expect a Bigfoot to look like?"

I don't know why people believe Bob Heironimous's story that he was the 'man in the suit' in the Patterson Bigfoot film when they see his walk ( the one in this video @15:13). His walk is WAY off compared to the Patterson Bigfoot. Bob H's walk is very human; back shin rises 52 degrees, then swings forward, kicks, knee locks and steps down. The Patterson Bigfoot walks very different; the back shin rises 73 degrees, the leg thrusts forward with the knee, and then stomps down without the knee locking. Also, based on the footprints left behind, the Bigfoot had zero gait, as if it were walking a tightrope when walking. I've tried walking this way with all those elements at once at I can't go farther than two steps! I have no idea how someone could do about two hundred steps while wearing a costume ( that was probably hard to see and breathe in ) over uneven terrain with sticks and rocks and trees everywhere, all while making it look very smooth and natural. Maybe Bob H. has the arm swing down but that's about it.

“Eight inches is a pretty big deal when you’re not used to it” Trust me, Bob, I’m well aware 😵‍💫

I like the way you put a story together Bob also it doesn't have a bunch of crappy music clouding the perception, thank you.

After my ufo encounter, I think of it daily. So I totally understand the sentiment of thinking about a bigfoot you saw daily. Events like that change a fundamental part of your psyche, I really believe that.

"You said you wish you had never seen it, can you elaborate?", "Because it's all I ever think about." I was not expecting that answer and it is very compelling.

You mentioned Billy having to open his camera app and I just wanted to share a quick tip. On android phones, if you double tap the power button, it will launch the camera app, even if your phone is locked. You can then snap pictures with either volume button, so you don't have to find the onscreen button at all. I don't know if iPhones have an equivalent feature.

Happy Thanksgiving, Bob! As always thanks an awful lot for your videos!

"The sound of a shadow" Bob that's just beautiful.

I love the way you think and narrate. I could listen to you talk forever!

Don’t be lazy. Hit the like for Bob. Hoping this tip motivates you to pitch up a couple bucks too. Obvious he works so hard on these videos. ❤️🍀Good Luck Bob.

Another fine video Bob! Always a “gift” when I see you have another one to watch. As for the height of these creatures; I went to Cliff Barackman’s museum here in Oregon and stood next to the Bigfoot recreation there. I am 5’1” and it is 8’ (I think it was) and that really sets the comparison into one mind! Thank you and keep up the fine work for us all!

Horrible rainy day here in the UK instantly worth staying in for now that Bob has posted... 🌧🌦👍🇬🇧

Just want to add that your animator is absolutely fantastic. These drawings are so damn creepy sometimes!

Thanks Bob, I really enjoy your illustrations for the story. Have you ever looked at the "forest people" in south Georgia? They only run about eight foot max, though there was once a ten footer reported by a hunter on Ft. Gordon outside of Augusta. One of my old buddies had a bad experience he doesn't talk about much in swamps on Ft. Stewart years ago. He has always hunted with a dobble barrel 577/455 big game gun since then. just for protection.

I've watched videos on Patty in which some speculate she was deliberately walking in full view in order to draw them into an ambush where others were waiting. Sheena's heritage warning people to keep their children inside at night and the number of weird missing children cases out in the woods leads me to believe that sighting one isn't just a brush with the unknown-they've just had a run in with potentially mortal danger. The feeling of unease people get out in the woods is a survival instinct that shouldn't be ignored. Friendly or not a close encounter is not the time to find out with what's obviously an apex predator.

I don't celebrate thanksgiving not being American myself but I wish you a happy one, Bob. Love your stuff.

Bob, I truly love your videos. Even if I am not 100% solid on this stuff, you really do lay out your case so well, and you are a super easy man to listen to, and you can tell a really good story. I have listened to the one about the father and daughter on the snowmobile at least 5 times... Keep making your videos. Happy Thanksgiving!

I'm thankful for Bob Gymlan videos

An author and an illustrator; Man, you and Fred should make a book.

Hope you had a great Thanksgiving Bob Gymlan. Great Sasquatch experience. Thank you for the great job !!! Hope everyone else had a great Thanksgiving. Be safe everyone and have a great rest of your weekend.

Happy Thanksgiving Bob! I’m not sure what I appreciate more about your videos; the soothing cadence of your voice as you lay out the facts of an event or thesis and your observations. Or the logic and sensibilities of your analyses. This video was a pleasant Thanksgiving surprise and I thank you for calling attention to a compelling eyewitness account that I missed seeing.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING BOB ! I just want to say how much I appreciate the time effort and thought you put into your videos . I know you're not getting rich from youtube and this much take up an incredible amount of your free time . THANKS for all you do BOB !

I’m thankful for Bobby Gimgim and his top tier content. Best thanksgiving ever!

Your channel is one of the very best ones out there. All of your work is very compelling and informative.

Bob, I really enjoy your refreshing scepticism about photographs and evidence.

Normally people don’t give gifts on Thanksgiving, but Bob always goes above and beyond!

Thanks Bob, your intuition has never failed me. That was a great interview and as believable as anything. And as always, your telling of the story is the perfect combination of entertainment and informative. Keep doing your thing. I thank you and hope to be able to show that thanks as a patron after the holidays.

I didn't get a notification for this video Bob. Luckily I check everyday for any new content from you. You have the most criminally underappreciated channel on YT. I love all of your vids

I can relate to what he was saying about still/moving. I once saw a crocadile in a costa rica river, thing was at least 18ft-25ft long and im trying to not sound crazy, but the thing was huge. Im 6ft tall and it coulda swallowed me hole. Anyways, i remember seeing the thing swimming along and it was aww-inspiring. Like the only way i could describe it was that it just moved with such power. And it wasnt even moving fast, just a slow paced paddle. I'll never forget that thing, and thinking the samething, i wonder how much food it eats and how it maintaines that.

Perfectly said about the picture you talked about. Most people are scared and dont think about taking a picture just running and getting away from it. As soon as they see one and thensize of them the last thing on there minds are take a picture. You do the best video about this stuff and explaining about things. Keep up the good work.

Thankful for Bob, being back with a video! I was concerned, it's been a bit. HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL

I’m glad they left the circle on that picture. Otherwise I wouldn’t have ever seen what all the fuss was about.

Nothing and I mean NOTHING says "Happy Thanksgiving" like a brand new Bob Gymlan episode! Yeeeees!! 🦃🍁🍂

This channel is a great addition to my Sasquatch centric subs. Just found you today and am now following with notifications on.

Missy and Ethan suggested I check out your channel. I'm not disappointed. I like what I've seen so far and we'll go back and look at all your other stuff. Thank you for all your work and take care.

I saw a specimen of a male polar bear at the St. Louis Zoo one summer. He was standing up to full height playing with a tire. He was the largest/tallest thing I've ever seen in my life. Just massive. I think he was just at 9 ft tall. Now, try to imagine something taller that is humanoid. Absolutely terrifying. P.S. the figure in this video seems to have a full beard/mustache, if I'm seeing it correctly. We all know that is reported from time to time.

A new Bob Gymlan video! Thanksgiving indeed!

I've went from not giving it much thought but thinking it was probably bull to being so much more open minded about these things through your videos. Thanks I appreciate it. Happy holidays

Got to get the story straight. At the beginning of the story, they were doing yardwork when they saw it. Later in the story, they were in the blind when they saw it.

Bob, I would be very interested in a "Hieronimus " video! I agree Hieronimus is a carnival sideshow.

The face on that being closely resembles many of the drawings done by Harvey Pratt from witness accounts. What a well timed capture of the face. Thanks for the thought provoking analysis as always!

My man Bob!!!! Thank you for the turkey day drop!!! Have a great thanksgiving and travel safely! That goes for the whole community as well!

Happy Thanksgiving Bob. This anthropologist loves your videos! Keep up the great work.

Man.. I love Bob... I just wish you'd put out more consistent content

I live in Fayette County, WV. I also have had a Bigfoot encounter while nighttime catfishing and also some other strange occurrences here in the deep woods of Appalachia.

Thankful for the channel and your content Bob

"I saw Bigfoot and all I got was this grainy photo!" Love your stuff, Bob. Hope you had a happy Thanksgiving :)

Happy Thanksgiving day Bob!👍 This camera phone deal ...well before my health issues I used to stalk and "photo shoot" deer in my yard. Even in the best days and within 25yds a clear photo on a moving and sometimes hauling butt deer is very hard because of: smudged lense, slow focus system, dappled lighting and movement. On the Sasquatch upright stance vs. movement. Here's something to consider: "observation stance" I've noticed bears and other predator creatures will effect a pose for better visibility and stealth. Then slouch down to move.

Fantastic analysis as always! And great video!

Bob, I'm sure you get this a lot, but I think you're brilliant. I love your videos. You and Bigfoot Tony are pretty much the only Bigfoot-related channels i bother watching. If anyone deserves to have an encounter with a bigfoot it's you. ❤

Bob thank you for the effort you put into your production and editing , I’m very grateful and i hope you’re having a nice thanksgiving 😃🙏🏽

Hey Bob! It's always a treat to watch your videos. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours, and to all who see this!

hope you’re doing good Bob, love your videos and as always keep up the great work

Great job, the writing is really top notch. Your commentary has a beautiful flow.

Bob, wonderful video as always! I love your incisive mind, how you theorize and process evidence. Every video of yours I see is a joy to watch 💙💙

Bob! Happy Thanksgiving, friend! Hope you're well!!! ❤️

Thank you, Bob, and Happy Thanksgiving to you and everyone listening.

Happy Thanksgiving to all my American friends with love from Canada!!! I'm Thankful for your video and all the wonderful people who gather around your camp fire. Stay blessed I wish each one of you the best in every aspect of life. 💛

One of your best episodes ever. Always look forward to seeing you on my notification.

I love how your narration sounds almost exactly like the narration of Dr. Manhattan from The Watchmen.

"Oh, you just saw a bear." I hate this dismissal. People KNOW what bears look like, especially growing up in Mountainous areas. Happy Thanksgiving, neighbors. 🇨🇦🇺🇸

Being a WV boy myself who's grown up and lived in coal country my entire life, fellas like Billy would rather DIE than make something like this up. Especially considering his military background. Those types of men just don't have time for such "foolishness." For him to be talking about this, it was a very real encounter.

Happy Thanksgiving Bob. Missed your videos. Hope you and your family are doing well.

Ah Bob. Glad I keep coming back, as nd I'm glad I caught up on your latest stuff. Funny to hear some of the things we talked about brought up briefly here or there. Gotta catch up with ya soon, happy holidays, stay safe

Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving. I'm continuously impressed with BG and FD's work!

Excited upon seeing the notification that your video was up. Am watching immediately and Thankful for you and all of your work. You're my favorite RU-vidr by far. Happy Thanksgiving Bob Gymlan my friend

Always waiting for new videos from you! Keep up the great work & enjoy the holidays ❤️

Bob love your videos!! Nobody and I MEAN NOBODY provides more context than you in the history of MAN

Really enjoying your channel, so glad I stumbled upon it.

Hands down my favorite Sasquatch channel. Always so rational and thoughtful.

Happy Thanksgiving Bob

Hey Bob just wanted to point something out and say thank you. Years ago I saw something in the woods at night. I turned the flashlight on to what looked like a 2 to 3 ft tall goblin. I wasn't scared as it was such a fundamental shock to the brain I couldn't have chased after it if I wanted I was just to stunned. Being it was well after dark I not only saw it I heard it run through a swampy area I still was so disbelieving I went back at first light and saw the tracks of it in the mud and moss. It barely scuffed the surface but you could see the tracks for a good 50ft. It was in 1985 and to think of trying to make a plaster cast was even in my thought process. Yet that one sighting fundamentally changed my perception of reality and my outlook on life in such profound ways its taken over 30 plus years to realize how much it will change you. So these videos have a special importance to me that you won't grasp until you have had an experience. So people that say oh chase it down lol.. well let's just say it's definitely betrays their ignorance... thank you again

First video I've watched of yours and I must say, I freaking love your take and how you express it!!! Just awesome!

WOOOOOOOO more Bob gymlan is always a blessing frig yeah please keep up this incredible channel

This was super good, it has all the hallmarks of a genuine encounter. I of course would echo the kind comments others have left regarding this channel, always superior content. Thanks!

Happy Thanksgiving to your family. Again, always worth the wait for one of your uploaded videos, great work, as per usual.

Your opinions and common sense is so refreshing. I rarely hear people talk with so much wisdom and common courtesy. And those that I do hear usually put people down constantly. Acting as if they are SO right and everyone that doesn't agree with them completely is stupid.

Very goood explaination of the BF. Thank you for putting this together. Love your articulate wording. Excellent. Thx.

Hey Bob, hope you and yours have a great Thanksgiving. Thanks for giving us something awesome to listen to today.

What a treasure turning on RU-vid on Thanksgiving turned out to be today. I could listen to you talk for 8 hours straight. Your articulation is pure poetry. Daily videos from you would still not satiate my appetite for your content. Once again, well done, Mr. Gymlan 👏