In the Northwest, the legend of Bigfoot dates back hundreds of years.

Stories of Sasquatch, a giant creature that roamed the forest, have been passed from generation to generation -- and continue to this day, despite no concrete proof that the creature exists.

Some not only believe in Bigfoot, they say they've encountered it.

Q13 News This Morning anchor Bill Wixey, along with photojournalist Walker Anderson, went deep into the woods of the Cascade foothills to hear their stories and check it out for themselves.

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