Gougou Explained

The Gougou is one of the oldest Mi'kmaq legends in Canadian folklore.[1] [2] It is said to be ogress that lives on Miscou Island, located in northeast New Brunswick in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. It was mentioned by Samuel de Champlain when writing about his exploration to the area in 1603.[3] [4] [5] William F. Ganong made attempts to uncover the legend when surveying the area in 1903.[4]

Notes and References

  1. News: Tardif . Mario . La légende de la Gougou toujours vivante à l'île Miscou . July 20, 2024 . . September 14, 2023 . fr-CA.
  2. News: Goss . David . Spring hopes blossom as March arrives . July 20, 2024 . . March 5, 2004. .
  3. Goddard . Peter . Champlain's legacy . The Beaver . 2003 . 83 . 2 . 6–7 . July 20, 2024 . Canada's National History Society. .
  4. Web site: Champlain's Encounter With The GouGou Monster on Miscou Island . Backyard History . July 20, 2024 . July 10, 2024.
  5. News: Bull . Rob . Champlain meets the Gougou monster . July 20, 2024 . . April 16, 1988. .

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