People says they've seen Bigfoot at Guernsey County's Salt Fork Lake. Will you be next?

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The shaggy, mythical beast known as Bigfoot has been rumored to live in Ohio since the mid-1700s with nearly 40 reported sightings since the mid-1980s at Guernsey County’s Salt Fork Lake. Because of these sightings, there are several events planned in Guernsey County.

People looking for a little nature with their local lore can check out the monthly Bigfoot Night Hikes at Salt Fork State Park. These events allow participants to hike the park trails after dark in search of the legendary Bigfoot. You might even get to see some of the other wildlife that calls Guernsey County home.

Since 2005, the annual Ohio Bigfoot Conference has welcomed fans of the furry legend to gather and talk all things Squatch. This year it takes place on May 4 at Salt Fork Lodge & Conference Center. Vendors will be on site with booths open to the public, with books and merchandise for sale and more.

Looking for more outdoor fun? Run or walk the Bigfoot races at Salt Fork State Park this summer and winter. The Summer Sasquatch 50K, 20 and 10-mile trail races will take place on June 15-16. These races will cover a 10.4-mile loop course over rolling hills. Hikers are welcome in the 10-miler.

Can’t make it to the summer Sasquatch races? Join in the fun this winter on Dec. 14-15 for the Bigfoot 50K, 20 and 10-mile trail races.

For more information visit www.VisitGuernseyCounty.com.

This article originally appeared on The Daily Jeffersonian: Several Sasquatch-related events planned in Guernsey County