Saturday, April 16, 2011
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Friday, April 1, 2011
Tickets for the Sasquatch Summit are now available until Saturday, April 2nd, 2011
Buy now to avoid disappointment. The website is http://www.johngreensasquatchsummit.com
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
New information on the Sasquatch Summit
Well, I know the media all got on board with the guy in the suit trotting across the road in North Carolina. Ugh! sorry, we could not be distracted.Everything is looking great for the Sasquatch Summit. If you are reading this for information on the event, scroll down a few posts (or more).We have a more detailed agenda and a press release. I'll post those now.Note on the Press Release: It is more to generate an article about the event and John Green - not to draw more people to the event as we are a few people away from capacity at the Tribute Banquet. And only 30 people away from capacity at the conference presentations on Saturday.GREAT RESPONSE!! WE WANT TO THANK ALL THOSE WHO HAVE SUPPORTED THIS TRIBUTE TO JOHN GREEN!(John Green the investigator. Here interviewing Albert Ostman in the late 1950s.)PRESS RELEASE:“SASQUATCH SUMMIT – A TRIBUTE TO JOHN GREEN” APRIL 8 – 10, 2011 IN HARRISON HOT SPRINGS, BC Sasquatch will be back on the shores of Harrison Lake this April as attendees from all over the world gather in honor of a local sasquatch author and researcher. For over 54 years Harrison Hot Springs resident John Green has been investigating the sasquatch subject, collecting evidence and eyewitness reports that number in the thousands. He has authored books on the sasquatch that are regarded as some of the best information available. This spring many of the top names in sasquatch/bigfoot research are coming together to honor his lifetime pursuit and dedication to the issue.The Sasquatch Summit is taking place in Harrison Hot Springs on April 8-10, 2011. This unique event will combine informational lectures on the sasquatch with a tribute banquet to John Green and will take place at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa. There will be displays of sasquatch evidence such as footprint casts, possible hair samples and images from the famous Patterson-Gimlin film. Author Christopher L. Murphy will provide displays from his 2005 “Meet the Sasquatch” Vancouver Museum exhibit. The British Columbia Scientific Cryptozoology Club (BCSCC), the International Museum of Cryptozoology and other bigfoot research organizations will be present in support of the conference. The Sasquatch Summit will culminate with a tribute banquet to John Green. Special guests and dignitaries include:- Bob Gimlin of the famous Patterson-Gimlin Bigfoot Film, from Yakima, Washington,- Al Hodgson pioneering bigfoot figure from Willow Creek, California,- Dr. Jeff Meldrum, author and Associate Professor of Anatomy and Anthropology from Idaho State University, - Dr. John Bindernagel , author and wildlife biologist,- Loren Coleman, author and Director of the International Cryptozoology Museum,- David Hancock, publisher and wildlife biologist,- Christopher L. Murphy, author and historian,- Igor Burtsev, Russian hominology researcher,- Thomas Steenburg, sasquatch researcher and author,- Bill Miller, outdoor guide and sasquatch researcher,- John Kirk, President of the British Columbia Scientific Cryptozoology Club,- Adrian Erickson, pioneering sasquatch researcher,- Ron Morehead, responsible for the Sierra Sounds bigfoot recordings.The Sasquatch Summit – a Tribute to John Green will be an historic gathering at a time when the world is closer than ever to learning the truth about these heretofore unknown creatures. (SOLD OUT - less than 5 tickets remain that include Tribute Banquet.)3 Day Sasquatch Summit Pass: All reserved seating has been sold out. Remaining tickets are $80 and include the tribute banquet. Advance registration is required for the 3 day pass and tickets must be purchased by April 3rd.(These tickets are available in a limited quantity.)The Conference Pass for Friday and Saturday (not including banquet) is only $25 adult/$10 children (11-16yrs) & 10 and under free. Tickets are available to purchase at the door after 5pm on Friday and starting at 9am on Saturday morning.Admission to exhibit rooms and vendor areas only: by donation. Footprint casts, posters, & other memorabilia for sale. FOR MORE INFORMATION: visit www.johngreensasquatchsummit.com CONTACT INFORMATION: Tom Yamarone tyamarone@pacbell.net Pleasanton, CaliforniaAlex & Lesley Solunac nootka_sound@hotmail.com Victoria, B.C.------------------------------------------------------------------(John's 1978 book, "Sasquatch: The Apes Among Us" - it summed up his investigations and sighting reports at that time.)Sasquatch SummitA Tribute to John GreenApril 8 – 10, 2010AgendaFriday, April 8, 20114:00 p.m. . . . . . . . . . ..Registration BeginsSasquatch evidence displays open for viewing6:30 - 7:30 p.m. . . . . . Meet & Greet7:45 - 8:30 p.m. . . . . . Round table discussion (tentative)9:00 - ? p.m. . . . . . . . .Sasquatch Songs (location TBD)Saturday, April 9, 20119:50 a.m. Conference Convenes - Welcome to the Sasquatch Summit10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. presentation by John Bindernagel "The Prolonged Discovery of the Sasquatch as explained by the Philosophy of Science”11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. presentation by Jeff Meldrum “On The Track of John Green”11:50 a.m. - 1:20 p.m. Lunch Break (on your own)1:20 p.m. - 1:50 p.m. Question and Answer Session with John Green1:50 p.m. - 2:25 p.m. presentation by Christopher L. Murphy “A Review of the Classic B.C. Sasquatch Accounts”2:35 p.m. - 3:15p.m. presentations by Thomas Steenburg and Bill Miller “Investigation Reports of Recent Sasquatch Sightings”3:20 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. presentation by Loren Coleman “John Green’s Legacy Beyond the Pacific Northwest”5:45 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. Sts’ailes (Chehalis) Traditional Welcome & dance performance6:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Sasquatch Summit Group photo (Grand Staircase in Lobby)6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Tribute Banquet in honor of John GreenTribute in Song: “The Ballad of John Green” by Tom YamaroneTributes by Bob Gimlin, Al Hodgson, Jeff Meldrum,John Bindernagel, Adrian Erickson, John Kirk, David Hancock,Loren Coleman, Igor Burtsev, Gerry Matthews,Ron Morehead, Lesley Solunac and others TBA.Sunday, April 10, 2011Late morning: . . . . . Informal gathering in display roomsTentative . . . . . . . . picnic lunch in Sasquatch provincial park;privately arranged vehicle convoys tosighting locations on map
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Sunday, March 20, 2011
New information on the Sasquatch Summit-UPDATED
March 19, 2011
Sasquatch Tours and Cultural Presentations
Join the Charlie Family for a cultural tour of Harrison Lake and River.
Darren Charlie will lead the tour, and will share the stories and legends of their territory as taught by the elders.
The tour includes pictographs and petroglyphs painted and carved into rock faces on the lake and river, as well as other sites that are the physical representations of these special stories that have been passed down in the oral tradition of the Sts’ailes, including transformation sites.
You will hear, see, experience, and feel the living culture and history of the Sts’ailes. Many people are deeply impacted by this sharing. Don’t miss your opportunity to experience this for yourself.
Pricing:
1 Hour Boat Tour
$49 per person
Maximum Capacity per Tour: 12
Cash Only
Departing Harrison Hot Springs Resort Dock
Sunday April 10th at 9 a.m.
A second tour may be added at 10:30 a.m. subject to first tour selling out
March 17, 2011
The finalized Hemlock Valley Buffet Menu has been added to the registration page. Including the 'Salad greens hand picked by elves' and other delights.
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
New information on the Sasquatch Summit
March 16, 2011
If you would like to help make this event a success we are gratefully accepting donations! Your name will be printed in the commemorative program and you will receive a public thank you at the tribute banquet. (Donations can also be made anonymously.)
Sponsorship Levels:
Sasquatch Summit Sponsor - $20 to $50
Sasquatch Summit Benefactor - $50 - $100
Friend of the Sasquatch! - $100 and up
March 15, 2011
There will be displays of sasquatch evidence such as footprint casts, possible hair samples and images from the famous Patterson-Gimlin film. Local author Christopher L. Murphy will provide displays from his 2005 “Meet the Sasquatch” Vancouver Museum exhibit . The British Columbia Scientific Cryptozoology Club (BCSCC), the International Museum of Cryptozoology and other bigfoot research organizations will be present in support of the conference.
Special guests and dignitaries who will be on-hand include:
Bob Gimlin of the Patterson-Gimlin Film from Yakima, Washington,
Al Hodgson pioneering bigfoot figure from Willow Creek, California,
Dr. Jeff Meldrum author and Associate Professor of Anatomy and Anthropology from Idaho State University,
Dr. John Bindernagel author and wildlife biologist,
Loren Coleman author and Director of the International Cryptozoology Museum,
David Hancock publisher and wildlife biologist,
Christopher L. Murphy author and historian,
Igor Burtsev Russian hominology researcher,
Thomas Steenburg sasquatch researcher and author,
Bill Miller outdoor guide and sasquatch researcher,
John Kirk President of the British Columbia Scientific Cryptozoology Club,
Adrian Erickson
local sasquatch researcher,
Ron Morehead responsible for the Sierra Sounds bigfoot recordings.
The Sasquatch Summit – a Tribute to John Green will be an historic gathering of enthusiasts, authors and researchers rarely seen at other conferences.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Friday, March 4, 2011
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Important information on the Sasquatch Summit
Hello Friends! We're looking forward to seeing you in 5 weeks and hope all is well with you and yours. We are very excited for the Tribute to John Green as we work on finalizing the agenda, the commemorative program and other organizational aspects of the event. For now, here are some VERY IMPORTANT DEADLINES. Please try and read through this (another typical 700 word email from Tom) - the most important deadline is March 9th - the last day you can book rooms at the resort at our special group rate. That was a clause in our contract. We'll try and extend it, but the best advice I'd have is BOOK THE ROOM - you can always cancel at no cost until 3 days prior to arrival. This is certainly going to be an historic weekend. THANK YOU ALL for being a part of it, helping where you can and committing the time, effort and expense to be there! Like we keep reminding ourselves when things get a little hectic, "this is for John!" take care, Tom 925-734-0799 NEW website - current information here: www.johngreensasquatchsummit.com
TUESDAY, MARCH 8 - Our contract requires us to pay for 100 banquet dinners by March 9th. We are able to add banquet reservations until April 2nd but will only do so upon receipt of payment. If you have not submitted your payment yet, please do so ASAP. OR email us and let us know when we might expect payment. THANK YOU! (PAYMENT INFORMATION BELOW)
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 – Our group discount room rates must be reserved by March 9th. (see note above) As we get closer to the event date the Resort requests rooms back from our ‘reserved block’ then they put the room rates back up to regular prices. Remember to ask for the ‘Sasquatch Summit’ group rate. Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa Reservations: (604) 796-2244 Toll-free 1-800 663-2266 (PRESS 2 for Group Reservations)
FRIDAY, MARCH 4 – Last chance for colour t-shirts! Falling Rock Productions of Pocatello, Idaho (owned and operated by bigfoot researcher Brandon Tennant) will be producing the commemorative t-shirts. Shirts are $22. Follow the link below and move the cursor over the color boxes to see the names of each shade. We can take special colour orders until Friday morning (March 4nd) at 11 a.m. Pacific. After that, colour choices will be black, white or grey. Pre-ordering and pre-payment is encouraged and will guarantee your size will be available; there will be a very limited number of t-shirts in limited sizes at the event.
SPONSORS - We are organizing this tribute to John Green on a not-for-profit basis. The cost of your ticket covers the tribute dinner ($55) and conference room rental. Hosting our speakers, travel expenses and event costs (printing, nametags, audio visual rental, etc.) will exceed ticket revenues. If you would like to help make this event a success, we are gratefully accepting donations! Your name will be printed in the commemorative program and you will receive a public thank you at the tribute banquet. (Donations can also be made anonymously) Sponsorship Levels: Sasquatch Summit Sponsor - $20 to $50 Sasquatch Summit Benefactor - $50 - $100 Friend of the Sasquatch! - $100 and up
RIDE SHARING: This is a great opportunity to get to know other bigfoot enthusiasts better! Two of our speakers and one VIP Guest will be seeking rides from Seattle International and Bellingham Airports in Washington. There are also a few out of state attendees seeking to make arrangements for rides to Harrison Hot Springs from the Seattle airport as well. Thank you in advance if you are willing to share the trip – and share the cost of the trip, too! Normally we wouldn’t encourage you to pick up hitchhikers, but this IS for John Green! Please email Tom Yamarone - tyamarone@pacbell.net . THANK YOU! Keep checking the website for updates. We are looking forward to seeing you in April! Lesley. ---------------------------------- Payment Methods: In the U.S., mail a check or money order to (and payable to): Tom Yamarone 8020-D Mountain View Dr. Pleasanton, CA 94588
In Canada, mail a cheque or money order to (and payable to): Lesley Solunac 3360 Rolston Crescent Victoria, B.C. V8Z 4P1
Paypal is an option – add $5 /ticket for their processing fees. In the U.S., account: tyamarone@pacbell.net In Canada, account lesleybutterfield@hotmail.com |
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Additional guests have been added to the Sasquatch Summit
Igor Bourtsev from Russia, Al Hodgson from Willow Creek, California and Adrian Erickson from BC. Pics coming soon.
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Newly updated and up-to-the-minute information on the Sasquatch Summit
John Willison Green is a legendary figure in the history of sasquatch research. He wrote some of the most informative books on the subject and he acquired a database of sightings and encounters that is invaluable and unrivaled. He documented the subject like no one else and corresponded with anyone interested in the sasquatch. John’s contributions are well known; his epic tome “Sasquatch: the Apes Among Us” is the quintessential sasquatch book. After many years of tireless interest and inquiry, it’s time to gather in John’s hometown and celebrate his lifetime contribution to our bigfoot world. Please join us April 8, 9 & 10 for a weekend in Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia.
The Friends of John Green Present
The Sasquatch Summit
– a Tribute to John Green
Harrison Hot Springs, B.C.
April 8, 9 & 10, 2010
Tickets now available!
Guest of Honor: John Green
Special Guests: Bob Gimlin, David Hancock, Loren Coleman, John Kirk
Presentations by: Dr. John Bindernagel, Dr. Jeff Meldrum, Christopher L. Murphy, Thomas Steenburg with Bill Miller
Tributes by David Hancock, Jeff Meldrum, Bob Gimlin, Loren Coleman, John Kirk and others
A Conference and Tribute Banquet at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa
The Sasquatch Summit will pay tribute to legendary sasquatch author and researcher John Green in his hometown of Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia. Just 2 hours east of Vancouver, B.C.
The event will be a gathering of bigfoot researchers, authors and enthusiasts brought together to celebrate the life and contributions of John Green. Friday, April 8th will start with registration opening at 4pm, and continue into the evening with light snacks and a no-host bar at an informal ‘Meet & Greet’ reception. Later there will be Round Table Discussions with well-known authors and investigators, a chance to catch up with friends, and time to browse amongst the vendors tables.
The conference is scheduled for Saturday, April 9th from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm. The presentations will focus on local sasquatch encounters, the current status of research, and the lifetime involvement of John Green in regards to sasquatch investigation. John himself will participate in a question and answer session as well.
A tribute banquet will take place Saturday evening from 6:30 – 9:00 pm. Unique sasquatch artifacts and evidence will be on display; rare books and commemorative items will also be available.
Head out late Saturday night for an informal expedition or gather in the outdoor hot springs and enjoy the midnight air.
Tickets: $80 -includes admission to all events and banquet dinner.
$105 -Reserved Seating at conference and commemorative poster.
(add $20 to the ticket prices and purchase your t-shirt now. Include size and color with your order.)
To Purchase Tickets, contact Tom Yamarone at: tyamarone@pacbell.net
Location: Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa
100 Esplanade Avenue, Harrison Hot Springs, BC V0M 1K0
Phone (604) 796-2244 Toll-free 1-800 663-2266 (PRESS 2 for Group Reservations)
(We recommend that U.S. residents utilize the toll free number.)
GROUP NAME: Sasquatch Summit
(the rates listed below are a substantial discount from their regular Friday & Saturday room rates. Be sure to get a confirmation number. They will also email you a confirmation email.
Do let us know if you have any problems making your room reservations.)
Main Hotel $119 per night. The rooms found in the main hotel, which is the original structure built in 1926, are warm and cozy and are decorated in a heritage style. All rooms have different configurations, so please ask what the sleeping arrangements are when booking. (Example: some rooms have one double and one single bed instead of two queens.) **These rooms are excellent accommodations but have soundproofing issues. If you are sensitive to sounds from neighboring rooms, please be advised.**
West Wing $129 per night. Featuring standard hotel rooms, the West Wing rooms offer views of the resort gardens or Harrison Lake.
West Tower $139 per night. The West Tower has superior rooms and features balconies that overlook the famous Hot Springs pools or Harrison Lake.
East Tower $149 per night. The East Tower is the newest addition to the hotel where you'll find deluxe rooms with balconies. All rooms have a full or partial view of Harrison Lake.
Cottages $139 per night. Drive up to your own comfortable cottage located toward the back of the resort. These cottages are pet friendly with no extra charges and include a bedroom with a separate living room that features a gas fireplace and fold out couch. If you are bringing a pet please read the ‘pet registration card’ found under ‘accommodations’ on their website.
All rates are based on double occupancy and do not include taxes.
There are a few other accommodations in the town of Harrison Hot Springs, B.C. For more information, try a google search – or contact an event organizer for a file on other accommodations.
Sasquatch Summit Organizers: Alex Solunac, Lesley Solunac & Tom Yamarone
Contact them with questions at
Tom Yamarone tyamarone@pacbell.net
Alex Solunac nootka_sound@hotmail.com
Lesley Solunac lesleybutterfield@hotmail.com
The fine print! PLEASE NOTE: Ticket prices may be increasing after February 15, 2011. Purchasing your ticket prior to this date will avoid any potential rise in costs. $55 of the ticket price is to pay for the banquet itself, and includes provincial taxes and pre-paid gratuities. The number of tickets available is limited due to space/Fire Marshall regulations. We cannot guarantee that there will be tickets available to purchase ‘last minute’ at the event. Unfortunately, due to conference contract restrictions refunds will not be available within 30 days of the event. Event organizers and resort staff reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone. Disruptive behavior will result in removal from the event. Event organizers will not be held responsible for activities conducted outside of the Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa facilities. Event times may be subject to change.
------ IMPORTANT NOTE on PASSPORTS or PASSPORT CARDS ----
United States residents, you NEED one to cross into Canada and then return to the U.S. They take 4 weeks to process. Passports cost $135 these days. Passport Cards are half the price or less.
http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html
Also, I've received word that Washington residents have an Enhanced Driver's License option - instead of a passport or passport card.
http://www.dol.wa.gov/driverslicense/edl.htmlAdditional info from Tom Yamarone:
Hello friends of John Green,
We are able to book rooms at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa now! Information is posted below.
Please let me know if you need any other information.
Be glad to assist you.
I have added the t-shirt pre-order option as well if you want to add that to your payments. We will only take pre-orders but you can make that later if you wish. So, you can pre-order and pay at the event, too.
The event is really taking shape.
I'll try to keep my blog at www.bigfootsongs.com updated with information. One big note: Christopher Murphy has kindly agreed to set up his "Meet the Sasquatch" museum display in an adjoining room at the conference! And we will have original footprint casts from the "early years" on display as well.
Monday, January 10, 2011
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Saturday, January 8, 2011
Formal Announcement of the Sasquatch Summit
John Willison Green is a legendary figure in the history of sasquatch research. He wrote some of the most informative books on the subject and he acquired a database of sightings and encounters that is invaluable and unrivaled. He documented the subject like no one else and corresponded with anyone interested in the sasquatch. John’s contributions are well known; his epic tome “Sasquatch: the Apes Among Us” is the penultimate sasquatch book. After many years of tireless interest and inquiry, it’s time to gather in John’s hometown and celebrate his lifetime contribution to our bigfoot world. Please join us April 8, 9 & 10 for a weekend in Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia.
The Friends of John Green Present
The Sasquatch Summit
– a Tribute to John Green
Harrison Hot Springs, B.C.
April 8, 9 & 10, 2010
Tickets now available!
Guest of Honor: John Green
Special Guests: Bob Gimlin, David Hancock, Loren Coleman, John Kirk
Presentations by: Dr. John Bindernagel, Dr. Jeff Meldrum, Christopher L. Murphy, Thomas Steenburg, Bill Miller
Tributes by David Hancock, Jeff Meldrum, Bob Gimlin, Loren Coleman, John Kirk and others
A Conference and Tribute Banquet at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa
The Sasquatch Summit will pay tribute to legendary sasquatch author and researcher John Green in his hometown of Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia. Just 2 hours east of Vancouver, B.C.
The event will be a gathering of bigfoot researchers, authors and enthusiasts brought together to celebrate the life and contributions of John Green. Friday, April 8th will start with registration opening at 4pm, and continue into the evening with light snacks and a no-host bar at an informal ‘Meet & Greet’ reception. Later there will be Round Table Discussions with well-known authors and investigators, a chance to catch up with friends, and time to browse amongst the vendors tables.
The conference is scheduled for Saturday, April 9th from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm. The presentations will focus on local sasquatch encounters, the current status of research, and the lifetime involvement of John Green in regards to sasquatch investigation. John himself will participate in a question and answer session as well.
A tribute banquet will take place Saturday evening from 6:30 – 9:00 pm. Unique sasquatch artifacts and evidence will be on display; rare books and commemorative items will also be available.
Head out late Saturday night for an informal expedition or gather in the outdoor hot springs and enjoy the midnight air.
Tickets: $80 -includes admission to all events and banquet dinner.
$105 -Reserved Seating at conference and commemorative poster.
To Purchase Tickets, contact Tom Yamarone at: tyamarone@pacbell.net
Location: Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa
100 Esplanade Avenue, Harrison Hot Springs, BC V0M 1K0
http://www.harrisonresort.com/
We are still negotiating with the hotel for special room rates on Friday, April 8 and Saturday April 9, 2011.
(NOTE: Have a look at their website, accommodations & use the address for a map search.
We cannot book rooms under the event name until next week after we finalize a contract with them.)
Sasquatch Summit Organizers: Alex Solunac, Lesley Solunac & Tom Yamarone
Contact them with questions at
Tom Yamarone tyamarone@pacbell.net
Alex Solunac nootka_sound@hotmail.com
Lesley Solunac lesleybutterfield@hotmail.com
The fine print! PLEASE NOTE: Ticket prices may be increasing after February 15, 2011. Purchasing your ticket prior to this date will avoid any potential rise in costs. $50 of the ticket price is to pay for the banquet itself, and includes provincial taxes and pre-paid gratuities. The number of tickets available is limited due to space/Fire Marshall regulations. We cannot guarantee that there will be tickets available to purchase ‘last minute’ at the event. Unfortunately, due to conference contract restrictions refunds will not be available within 30 days of the event. Event organizers and resort staff reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone. Disruptive behavior will result in removal from the event. Event organizers will not be held responsible for activities conducted outside of the Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa facilities. Event times may be subject to change.
------ NOTE from Tom on PASSPORTS or PASSPORT CARDS ----
you NEED one to cross into Canada. They take 4 weeks to process. Passports cost $135 these days (just got mine). Passport Cards are half the price or less.
http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html
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