Have you heard of the Loveland Frogman?
On March 3, 1972, a Loveland police officer claimed to have seen a 4-foot-tall frog walking upright on two legs. Two weeks later, another cop reported a similar sighting. Further research discovered that a businessman had seen and reported a creature matching the description way back in 1955.
Shortly after, the “Frogman” became an urban legend and a ‘cryptid,’ or an animal whose existence is unsubstantiated by scientific facts. The city of Loveland has embraced the Frogman as its official mascot, with appearances from the bipedal amphibian at all major public events. But the real celebration is at the fourth annual Frogman Festival this weekend.
Handmade crafts, art, clothing, books and collectibles dedicated to the Frogman line the halls of the Oasis Event Center in Loveland during the festival, with several guest speakers, live animal exhibitions and movie screenings lined up. There’s even a parade…