How many Bigfoot Forestry outlets were operating in Michigan at the start of 2022?
Bigfoot_Forestry Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termin- ations | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at End of Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 39–41)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bigfoot Forestry's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were no Bigfoot Forestry outlets operating in Michigan at the start of 2022. The provided table details the number of outlets at the start of the year, outlets opened, terminations, non-renewals, re acquisitions by the franchisor, ceased operations for other reasons, and outlets at the end of the year for the years 2022, 2023, and 2024.
For a prospective franchisee, this indicates that Bigfoot Forestry may be a relatively new franchise system or has not yet established a presence in Michigan as of the beginning of 2022. This could represent both an opportunity and a risk. The lack of existing outlets might mean less brand recognition in the area, requiring more effort in marketing and establishing the Bigfoot Forestry brand.
However, it could also mean less competition from existing franchisees and more flexibility in choosing a location. It would be prudent for a potential franchisee to investigate why there were no existing outlets in Michigan at that time and what Bigfoot Forestry's plans are for the state. Understanding the market dynamics and the franchisor's growth strategy is crucial before making a decision.