Rougarou - a legendary creature linked to European notion of the werewolf. In the cajun legend also known as the Skunk Ape or Swamp Ape, the creature is said to prowl the swamps and forests for blood .
Because wolves are uncommon in the region, local stories replace the wolf with other animals. By day as dogs, cows , pigs and even chickens ! They are usually pure white. At night they turn into a blood thirsty beast ! Legend has it you can protect yourself by carrying a certain type of leaf. What that leaf is , i dont know .
I have my own theory as to who or what the rougarou is. Come check out my cache and see for yourself . But just in case , you may wanna keep your distance from any white animals on the trail , and a pocket full of various leaves wouldnt hurt either ! And by all means , leave yourself enough time to be off the trail by dark !!!!