If you’re serious about tracking Bigfoot, you’ll want to follow a systematic approach to collecting and preserving evidence. Here’s a detailed procedure to ensure your findings are properly documented:

1. Collecting Samples (Hair, Scat, Tissue)

If you find potential biological evidence, follow these steps:

Hair Samples

• Use tweezers to carefully pick up the hair.
• Place in a sterile container (a small plastic bag or test tube).
• Avoid contamination by wearing gloves and using clean tools.
• Label the sample with location, date, and time.
• Store in a cool, dry place until analysis.

Scat (Feces) Samples

• Use a sterile spoon or spatula to collect a portion.
• Place in an airtight container (preferably a specimen jar).
• Seal and label with location, date, and time.
• Store in a refrigerated environment to prevent decomposition.

Tissue or Skin Samples

• Use gloves to handle any found tissue.
• Place in a sterile bag and seal tightly.
• Label with details of the find.
• Freeze the sample to preserve DNA integrity.

2. Preserving Footprints

If you discover a footprint, follow these steps to cast and document it:

Casting the Footprint

• Clear debris from the print without disturbing its shape.
• Spray with a light mist of water to prevent crumbling.
• Mix plaster of Paris (or dental stone) with water until it reaches a pancake-batter consistency.
• Pour gently into the footprint, starting from the edges.
• Let it set for at least 30 minutes.
• Carefully remove the cast and let it dry completely.
• Label and store in a protective case.

Photographing the Footprint

• Use a ruler for scale.
• Take multiple angles (top-down, side view).
• Include surrounding terrain for context.
• Use good lighting to capture details.

3. Documenting Evidence

Proper documentation ensures credibility:

Field Notes

• Record location, time, and weather conditions.
• Describe the evidence in detail.
• Note any unusual sounds or smells.

Photographic Evidence

• Use a high-resolution camera.
• Take close-ups and wide shots.
• Include reference objects for scale.

Audio Recordings

• Capture vocalizations if heard.
• Use a directional microphone for clarity.
• Note time and location of recordings.

Video Documentation

• Record the area thoroughly.
• Use a tripod for stability.
• Narrate findings for context.

4. Storing and Analyzing Evidence

Maintain a digital and physical log of all findings.

Keep all samples in a secure, climate-controlled environment.

Send biological samples to a lab for DNA analysis.