David Eller is an artist an adventurer who has spent over 30 years as a monster hunter and cryptozoologist. Born in Illinois, David had what he calls a “Tom Sawyer boyhood” filled with the woodland investigations and natural history experimentation's that prepared him for a lifetime of cryptozoological experiences.His travels across North America, Canada, the Yucatán and various European countries have resulted in numerous encounters with the paranormal and the unexplained. Born with a natural curiosity, he has spent a large portion of his years seeking answers to the most perplexing of questions. A well-known speaker, he regularly discusses his experiences and theories as a lecturer appearing on a plethora of podcasts, radio broadcasts and at paranormal-themed conferences and events. His honest accounts of his personal encounters with the paranormal and the supernatural have made him a much sought-after speaker. When he isn’t speaking, writing or doing some type of art, David fills his days with travel and research. Hunting monsters is a never-ending passion. As a paranormal detective his assistance is required by those who are attempting to make sense of something they have seen, heard or experienced. His backlog of cases is ever-growing.
About his book "THE PAGODA: In The Presence of Mystery":
In February 2021, David stumbled upon an extraordinary find deep in the Tennessee woods — a woven tree structure, both delicate and intricate, unlike anything he had encountered in his years of cryptozoological research. This structure, which he later dubbed “The Pagoda,” defies natural explanation, showcasing deliberate design and engineering that suggests a greater intelligence at work. Created from 24 trees braided and bent into a domed formation, The Pagoda stands as a potential sign of cryptid behavior. With no evidence of human-made materials like ropes or ties, the structure relies solely on the dexterity and strength of its creator(s), leaving researchers baffled.
The Pagoda isn’t an isolated phenomenon. Across North America, reports of unusual tree structures and cryptid behavior have been documented:
Washington State: Dome-like structures in dense forests with similar braiding patterns.
Kentucky: Tree bends and markers found near reported Bigfoot sightings.
Canada: Evidence of wood knocking and deliberate branch placement in remote areas.
These structures often align with cryptid encounters, suggesting a shared behavioral trait among these elusive creatures. By investigating these similarities, P.U.R.S.U.E. (Paranormal Unit for Research and Study of Unexplained Events) hopes to build a comprehensive understanding of cryptid habits and habitats.
Check out this site: The Pagoda Site | P.U.R.S.U.E.
Janice Nolan has worked as a camera operator and Cryptid investigator for the past 15 years with Relic Films. Director Greg Ogles and Janice Nolan have three documentaries, many speaking engagements as well as investigations to show for the past 15 years. First was, The Downey Booger. Second was Cryptic Expeditions: The Land Between the Lakes. Third documentary that will be out something around the first of next year is The Vanished. In June, Janice joined P.U.R.S.U.E. as partners with David Eller. Currently we are working on a documentary and investigating Colorado and Tennessee. Many more adventures to come…stay.Our cohost is Tim Swartz.
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