In my month or so being on this forum I noticed that we have some real professionals here. People with real knowledge (and therefore real answers) to many questions. I know there is a Welcoming thread already, but I think we need a place where people with certain knowledge can let us know who they are and what they know so we know who to direct questions to sometimes. And unfortunately also who knows what they are talking about and who is full of....well you know. I have seen that we have several lawyers, an archeologist, anthropologist, primatologist, and others with technical knowledge. Also current and ex-military are also encouraged to post here. I got some really good information about thermal imaging from a couple of you guys already. You have real experience using equipment some of us would love to try in the field, so please post that information too.

Jason,

You are kind of swinging the brush in broad strokes (but maybe not braod enough). Just because you have a bunch of letters behind your name doesn’t make you any more an expert. I think some folks may just be a bit shy in regards to answering this in the way it is stated. To me it kind gives the airs arrogant. I know that was not your purpose, but I could see this thread getting shut down much like the Favorite Posters thread. You know how we all get. Some folks may not have all those letters or years of experiences or research, but their input may be just as valuable as any of the others.

I too have learned a great deal since I came here! And KUDOS to ALL for the knowledge they have imparted in me. I think if you reword your post a bit, you might get more responses. I too am in wonder what folks around here do, and have done, for a living.

Hope you don’t mind my advice here Jason, it is offered free and with the best intentions.

Jason, after reading your post here. It got me thinking a bit here, Scary thought in itself,

But you know, You are right about something, The diversity of people here. Each one of them brings something to table of discussion here. If you take the time and just read, follow some of the discussions, and be patient. You can be rewarded here.

I think you can learn a lot from those who have been in the field of research of this subject. And I think any reasonable person can wade through the information and know what is true or not.

I work for a large retail office supply company. It sells computers, software, etc. I will be the first to tell you I am no expert in this field. However, for experience, reading, discussing with "knowledgeable" people, and some training. I have been able to help the Customers get what they want.

I consider myself a novice when it comes to computer knowledge. I have built 4 systems myself. Loaded the software. And been using them off and on daily. I have never stopped learning. I always seek advice and knowledge when I do not understand things.

So, Jason, you are right, there are People here that can help you in your quest for knowledge.

If anyone needs help with Direct Fired Industrial Heaters, or Smoke Rated Exhaust fans, I am your man.

Right. I'm sure folks could comment on any particular expertise with which they might have experience without turning this into an "argument from authority" thread. As long as folks are aware that expertise and training doesn't make one correct all the time (hardly!), then I can see the value in it.

For what it's worth, the Saskeptic is an assistant professor in a wildlife department at a US university.

My sas-relevant expertise is probably in the area of wildlife inventory, including population estimates for rare species.

Oh Oh Oh...not right now, but maybe later.

I agree with Saskeptic that everyone can contribute to the field in many ways. I happen to be a post-doctoral fellow in molecular virology/microbiology at a US university. Thus, I can certainly help with analyzing DNA and molecular biology issues and issues relating to the Bigfoot infectious disease (Oh, I guess we're not there yet). However, as should be importantly stated, just because I have a PhD doesn't mean I know everything. I know a lot about some things, but I find that hanging out in the BFF I learn more information about a variety of topics than I probably did doing my entire thesis and dissertation.

Hum, guess I'm a blackbelt in googlefu and know just enough about everything to be dangerous, apart from that, B.Sc. pure and applied physics and rusty. A would be self-styled eccentric inventor and renaissance man, who wastes all his time inventing inconsequential (to the world at large) ways to keep the wolf from the door and all mod-cons working for the clan on $0 budget. Relevance to sasquatchery? I turn up and look interested.

I, personally, am full of you-know-what.

That would kind of depend on what kind of stuuf you invent. If you have a bit of a 'techie' side that could help. Like if my idea about improving a trailcam had panned out. I couldn't even begin to start the modifucation.

I have been a research & development electronic technician for over 30-years with experience and interest in many areas of electronics. I have designed and repaired digital, audio and RF circuits, in addition to electronic lab instrumentation and mobile electro-hydraulic automotive/robotic control systems. For the past two years, I have served as the sound & vibration technician for the NVH (Noise Vibration Harshness) group in my company’s R&D department.

I am also the president of a small corporation (employee of one) that designs and markets electronic accessories for sport motorcycles. http://www.samannasystems.com

My hobbies include mechanics, primarily sport motorcycle, but my general knowledge of motorcycle electric and mechanical sub-systems spills over into other electrical/mechanical disciplines.

I’m not always right, but I try and get my facts straight before I open my mouth.

Sam

I am a HS teacher. I have a teaching certificate in social studies grades 8-12. I hold as masters in counseling (social work not education) and I am working on a second masters in secondary ed. I was in the Army for a while. When I got out I started working in juvenile corrections. Then taught in private schools, now public schools. I have been an avid outdoorsman all my life. I love to collect and shoot my firearms.

I am (as stated by Flashman above) a jack of all trades, but a master of none.

If anyone needs any help writing an essay (I hope I don't regret this...) I'm your man.

I have a Master's in English Education.

About my doctoral thesis….

Hey, I work in the produce dept. of our local Albertsons.. So if you need Bigfoot bait, I guess I am the lady to talk to..

Full time benefits administrator. Part time male gigolo. Aspiring writer.
I also am full of you-know-what.

CA OES Type II, FEMA Type II and CARDA Dog Handler, B.S. Geology(which I do nothing with), and a professional Baker. So, really I have no qualifications in Bigfooting, then again, none of us really do.

Well, lets see.

I am a Paralegal, and I work for an Attorney in Dallas Texas. Prior to Moving to Texas I worked as an Intern/Investigator for the State of Wisconsin's Public Defenders office in Rock County, and I also Interned with the Rock County Coroners office, while earning my degree.

When I am not working, blogging, working on my website or posting on this forum - I enjoy long walks on the beach, reading and dinners by candle lite.

Sounds more like a personals ad...

Dang - I forgot to upload the Application.

I thought that sounded better than "full of you-know-what". Im just funny that way.

Oh, backatcha

apart from being a production analyst computor dork at a major securities brokerage
in Dallas. I could do a guitar soundtrack for the next expedition, and I cook some killer
chicken legs.

dav

Dave,

Just so long as you don't play 'Stairway to Heaven'... and I loves me some BBQ wings!

Did I read somewhere about BBQ??

WHAT !!!! You dont like "Smoke on the Stairway to Freebird"!!!!

"sounding like the soup nazi"
NO WINGS FOR YOU!




dav

It Professional, Web developer, aspiring writer, certified Hypnotist, generic martial arts guy and student of sufism and meditation, among other things.....

Yep Melissa, I still owe you and Monica shrimp and legs for missing a certain
weekend earlier in the year, perhaps January.



dav

Wow - just now, after all this time.. Just figured out who you are.

Oh yeah you do, or your in BIG trouble mister!!

mkianni..........new homes builder, residential remodeler.

If Sasquatch causes damage to your home or office, I'm qualified to fix it.
At a 500% material mark up of course.

I'm a forest technician and I'm retiring this comming July after 34 years. Then I'll be an old guy and REALLY grouchy!

t.

I dont believe you.

I like chocolate

Giaradelli dark?

If you need anything shipped by barge on the Columbia River, give me a call.

Next time a BF messes up your railroad tracks I can help.

I can supply the transportation. GMC professional grade transportation. Also, I can help Dave layout the guitar tracks, and I cook a mean Hobo stew!

Dagoba New Moon 74% is my current fav.

Oh, and I am pretty handy at finding possible food sources for sasquatch here in the PNW.

Knowledgeable about the various (and improbable) sounds elk can make.

I can identify (most) tracks and scat.

I have a great recipe for lemon-ginger muffins too.

Redwolf

Folks keeping their responses light and on topic is actually making this rather a delightful thread. Now I've got people to call for all sorts of things I need.

I stayed at a "Holiday Inn Express" once.

Hey, so did I!

I'm also drop dead gorgeous.

Sorry Vols - but you knew I was gonna go there.. LOL

I'm a loser and my mother reminded me again of that today.

awwwww I think someone wants a hug

My Mom called me a loser too!

Formally, I'm a (rusty) mathematician, but at heart, a biologist.

I can transcribe audio tapes for bf researchers. Just send me a PM.

I have experience in tent camping all over the US and would love to go on some research expeditions (especially with Kathy et al.)

I am excited to have the wonderful opportunity to help educate beginners in the "field of bigfoot research" at Bigfoot 101 where I have recently been bestowed upon the duties of Administrator! I will appreciate any help what-so-ever in this endeavor! Please stop by and give us some ideas and knowledge and help make sure I've got my facts straight!

Edited to add I can cook a dang good lasagna!

John, are you fishing for a hug too? Thats just shameless.

Ok, you can have one too.

Well, it worked!

I can design and detail a structural steel holding cage if one of you field people would ever bring the "hairy one" in ...... Oh yeah, almost forgot to follow suit..........I can cook a MEAN pot of boiling water!

I won the office baking contest today with a yummy Rocky Road fudge recipe!

Other than that, I'm an anthropologist/archaeologist with the U.S. Forest Service.

I could sing everyone a song since I'm a piano man......

...i r a welder, so I'll give you a hand burning rod when we build the cage...and I can add a box of KD to that boiling water

I love beer and chocolate, but not at the same time.

I'm an electrical engineer with 25 years of experience in designing hugely complex integrated circuit chips. If anyone thinks engineering is not science, think again! The only thing I bring to the table is that as part of my career I became interested in artificial intelligence and then studied up a lot on cognitive science. So that relates to how a bigfoot might 'think' or if it could have language. Also I'm a science enthusiast and have read all the good stuff by Gould and Dawkins, etc.

Other than that, when I lived in the Northwest, I did extensive backpacking and canoeing for miles and miles and miles in some really remote spots. That's where I first thought, hmmmm......., I can see how it could be possible for a creature like that to stay hidden, so just maybe......