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It's that exciting time of year again—Squatchin' Time in Texas! Bigfoot enthusiasts both in my home and all across Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and even beyond are gearing up for the highly anticipated 2025 Texas Bigfoot Conference. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 18, because this year marks a special milestone—the conference is celebrating its 25th Anniversary!
The adventure kicks off from Friday, October 17, to Saturday, October 18, 2025, in the charming town of Jefferson, Texas. For two full days, the search for Bigfoot and the sharing of incredible stories will take center stage. Attendees can look forward to engaging presentations by some renowned experts in the field:
**Lyle Blackburn** is a native Texan who has made quite a name for himself as an author, musician, podcaster, and distinguished cryptid researcher. He is especially known for his works on The Beast of Boggy Creek and Texas Bigfoot. Lyle has played a pivotal role in preserving the captivating history of The Legend of Boggy Creek and has been featured on popular shows like Expedition X and Finding Bigfoot. Don't forget to check out his latest release, *Lake Worth Monster - The True Story of the Greer Island Goatman*, which is available now!
We also have **Shelly Covington-Montana**, a Level II Certified Wildlife Tracker and conservation advocate who hails from Texas. Shelly is dedicated to pursuing the truth in wildlife research. She is known for creating the innovative Sasquatch Alba Vernix DNA and Latent Print Kit, aiming to bring scientific rigor to the ongoing search for Sasquatch.
**Michael Mayes** joins us as another incredible speaker—he's the former chairman of the North American Wood Ape Conservancy (NAWAC) and the author of several noteworthy books, including *Valley of the Apes: The Search for Sasquatch in Area X*, *Shadow Cats: The Black Panthers of North America*, and *Patty: A Sasquatch Story*. His insights promise to be both fascinating and informative.
We can't forget about **Ryan Edwards**, a San Antonio native with a passion for cryptozoology. As the author of *Cryptids of the World*, Ryan has been captivated by nature and mystery since his childhood. He brings a unique scientific perspective to the study of unexplained species, traveling throughout Texas and the South to share his valuable research in the intriguing world of cryptozoology.
Lastly, we have **Mitchel Whitington**, a prolific author with more than thirty books to his name. An expert in historical and supernatural topics, his most recent work, *Marion County Monsters: Cryptids in Northeast Texas*, delves into local legends and sightings. Not to mention, as a longtime fan of the Fouke Monster, he’s currently at work on a new book surrounding Arkansas cryptids.
**Full Event Schedule:**
**Friday night, October 17**
- 6:00-7:30 PM: Catered Dinner
- 7:30-8:30 PM: Special Presentation by Lyle Blackburn and Chester Moore
**Saturday, October 18**
- 9:00 AM: Doors open
- 10:00 AM: Welcome
- 10:15 AM: Mitchel Whitington
- 11:00 AM: Ryan Edwards
- Noon: Break
- 1:00 PM: Shelly Covington-Montana
- 2:00 PM: Michael Mayes
- 3:00 PM: Lyle Blackburn
- 4:00 PM: Break
- 4:15 PM: Matt Moneymaker
- 5:30 PM: Break
- 6:00 PM: Conference concludes
**Saturday Night**
- 6:30-8:00 PM: Meat n' Greet Dinner with the Speakers, catered by Riverport BBQ.
- 8:00-9:00 PM: Special presentation and screening by Lyle Blackburn.
Tickets are reasonably priced, starting at $50 for general admission, with options for VIP packages as well. You can conveniently grab your tickets through Eventbrite.
This is more than just a conference; it's a celebration of mystery, exploration, and community. Come join us as we dive deep into the world of Bigfoot!
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