Jefferson County: Where the legend lives

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Bigfoot / Cryptid Activity Report

Report Date: April 2024
Witness: Kirk McCann
Location: Jefferson County, Illinois (farm property 5–10 minute drive from Rend Lake)

Incident Summary

The witness reports multiple pieces of potential sasquatch-related activity on their rural farm property.

Physical Evidence

• Nest Structure: The witness observed a nest on their property that closely resembles one featured on The Sqwatchers site. Their nest appears slightly larger than the compared example.

Auditory Evidence

• Scream Vocalization: The witness recorded a loud scream with a growl at the end. The recording does not fully capture the intensity or volume of the actual sound experienced in the field.
• The witness expressed regret that they did not visually observe the creature responsible for the vocalization.

Additional Activity

• Tree Knocks: Multiple tree knocks have been heard on the property, particularly while hunting.

Notes

• The property is located in a rural, wooded area of Jefferson County near Rend Lake, providing suitable habitat for large, elusive wildlife.
• A video recording of the scream was referenced/shared with this report.

Report Prepared By: (The Sqwatchers )
Status: eyewitness account with supporting audio and structural observations.