Awareness - 1999-00 - Vol 24 No 1

Magazine Overview

Title: Awareness
Issue: 24.1
Date: Summer 2000
Publisher: A Contact International UFO Research Publication
Country: England
ISSN: 0959-7008
Cover Headline: "SPACE BEINGS" UNVEILED

This issue of Awareness magazine, the journal of Contact International UFO Research (CIUFOR), delves into various aspects of the UFO phenomenon, crop circles, and related mysteries during the year 2000.

Editorial

The editorial section, penned by 'THE EDITOR', addresses the media's perceived paranoia regarding the "Millennium Dome" and offers a perspective on public spending. It then shifts focus to the Ufologist's experience at the Dome, describing simulated space travel and futuristic questioning machines. A significant portion of the editorial recounts a negative experience with the Oxford Times newspaper, which published a "humiliating and patronising" article about a CIUFOR meeting and its presenter, Ellis Taylor. The editor expresses frustration with the press, questioning whether the publicity will benefit the group.

Contents

• The magazine features a range of articles, including:
• News In Brief
• Sighting Incidents - Data Research
• Signs In The Fields (Crop Circles) - Geoff Ambler
• Life In Space - NASA Footage - Michael Soper
• Year 2000 - "Things to Come" - Geoff Ambler
• Unidentified Objects of Today - Jim Rayner
• Comment - Fran Copeland. Spotting Satellites - Jet Propulsion
• Advertisements

News In Brief

This section covers several brief reports:

Hypnotic Abductions? Ms V reported a missing time experience on June 3rd in Headington, Oxford. She found herself driving miles from her intended route with no memory of how she got there. After ruling out other explanations, a connection was made to her regular walks near areas where crop circles had been reported, suggesting a possible link to a 'cosmic joker' force.

Ireland Missing Time Case A driver in Ireland reported six hours of missing time while driving home from work in Belfast, finding himself on the main road to Dublin.

Oxford Crop Circle Study Group Amalgamation The Oxford Centre For Crop Circle Studies (OCCCS) has merged with CIUFOR due to poor support. OCCCS's records and videos will be transferred to CIUFOR, with hopes of continuing public meetings jointly.

Mobile Phones Warning Dowsing techniques indicate radiation detectable from mobile phone booster masts, raising concerns about proximity to homes and potential health risks, especially for children.

Silbury Hill Subsidence An apparently bottomless hole was found on Silbury Hill, Wiltshire, possibly created by historical excavation. The area has been a site for UFO and crop circle events, and recent observations include reinforced fencing and security guards. Coloured lights were also reported over Silbury earlier in the year.

UFO Publishing Collapse Jenny Randles, a prolific UFO author, reported her latest book, "Supernatural Causes," was shelved by her publisher. The issue notes the difficulty for UFO and paranormal writers, with the internet potentially saturating public interest.

"Expressions of ET Contact" A new video from Australia, presented by Ellis Taylor, was shown to CIUFOR members, featuring art expressing ET contact by young artist Tracey Taylor.

Signs In The Fields (Crop Circles) - 21st Year by Geoff Ambler

Geoff Ambler reports on the 2000 crop circle season, noting approximately 120 British formations logged, a slight decrease from 1999. He compares the intelligence and complexity of modern formations to the development of a human brain. The season saw early activity in Kent and Wiltshire, with triangular shapes. Later, formations became more complex, with "theme" designs and large circles appearing near Avebury, including a "chess board" matrix and "diamonds" at Avebury Trusloe resembling iron filings. The author notes the difficulty in distinguishing between genuine formations and hoaxes, with hoax claims often emerging but rarely proven.

A Picture of Life in Space Seen in NASA Footage by Michael Soper

Michael Soper discusses astronaut reports of "golden fireflies" or "space fireflies" observed during space orbit, referencing John Glenn's experience and a similar account from Adamski. The article posits that life might exist in various extreme environments, including deep oceans, caves, and even nuclear reactors, suggesting that life in outer space is not improbable. It highlights the mysterious disappearance of numerous components from returned satellites and probes, suggesting a possible interaction with unknown entities or phenomena. The author also analyzes NASA footage (STS 48) showing an object near a space tether, dismissing explanations like Airy discs or cosmic rays and suggesting a possible spiral organization of arms, akin to a distant galaxy.

Locations and Sightings

The magazine details several specific UFO sightings and incidents:

• Syresham, Northants (June 5th, 2000): Mrs W reported seeing a display of bright orange illumination in three parts.
• Belfast, Northern Ireland (March 23rd, 2000): An Ulsterman reported his car being lifted by a UFO, resulting in six hours of missing time.
• Ludlow/Clee Hill, Shropshire (circa August 1991): Mr. S.P. reported an orange light, turning yellow to red, moving slowly and shaped like an elongated ellipse.
• Towcester, Northants (1977): Mrs AMW reported a bright red ball object following her car.
• Syresham, Northants (circa July 1998): A market trader saw an enormous, slow-moving object that then accelerated rapidly.
• Westgate-Morcambe (March 1st, 2000): Mr. JS reported a bright, grey, metallic silver cigar-shaped object moving slowly.
• Leamington, Warwick (circa October 1996): A grey disc shaped object was spotted hovering.
• Burnley, Lancs. (June 11th, 2000): A housewife saw a fast-moving, brilliant white round object.

Crop Circle Analysis

An article titled "FLAWED DIAMONDS?" critically analyzes a complex crop circle formation at Avebury Trusloe, questioning the technical feasibility of its creation by hoaxers using simple tools like tape and stomping planks. It points out geometrical errors and inconsistencies in the claimed methods, suggesting the formation may be more complex than presented by hoaxers.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the persistent mystery of crop circles, the investigation of UFO sightings and unexplained aerial phenomena, and the challenges faced by researchers and publishers in the field. The editorial stance appears critical of mainstream media coverage and highlights the ongoing efforts of CIUFOR to gather and disseminate information on these subjects, despite obstacles such as public skepticism and the collapse of UFO publishing houses.

Title: Contact
Issue: Vol. 22
Date: Year 2000
Publisher: Contact International UFO Research
Country: England

This issue of Contact magazine, dated Year 2000, explores a range of topics related to UFOs, space phenomena, and future societal trends. It features articles that question conventional understanding of life, technology, and the universe, while also offering practical advice for skywatchers and a selection of book bargains.

Article: "2000 - PAST, PRESENT AND 'THINGS TO COME'" by Geoff Ambler

This article reflects on the predictions made by H.G. Wells and the film "The Shape of Things to Come," noting Wells' uncanny knack for prediction. It contrasts early "flying saucer" films with the reality of space exploration, mentioning the "face" on Mars and the ongoing search for life. The author discusses the shift from fears of Martian invasion to the technological advancements of the late 20th century, including the internet. The article also touches upon the impact of technology on society, the potential for mass disasters, and the increased detection of natural phenomena like hurricanes due to improved technology. It questions whether humanity can cope with rapid technological change and its potential consequences, such as stress, mental illness, and new diseases.

Article: "Where is Everybody?" (Pages 18-19)

This section delves into the nature of potential non-terrestrial life, suggesting that life forms might exist as energy-based entities rather than physical creatures. It posits that such beings could be shy due to the destructive nature of solid matter and uncontrolled momentum. The article speculates about their possible existence in environments like Jupiter's intense magnetic fields and ring system, drawing parallels to ball lightning. It argues that the concept of "panspermia" (alien cross-breeding) offers a more feasible explanation for the diversity of life on planets than purely evolutionary hypotheses. The author suggests that the "genetics" of space-going life forms might be holographic, transferable via data rather than matter, and that the complexity of such life forms is unimaginable.

Article: "A DEFINITION OF UNIDENTIFIED OBJECTS OF TODAY" by J.F Rayner (Pages 23-24)

This article critically examines the official stance of the air force regarding unidentified flying objects (UFOs). Rayner argues that the air force's statements admit that UFOs cannot be correlated with known aerial phenomena and do not represent technological developments beyond current scientific knowledge, yet they are unable to identify them. The author questions the air force's logic, suggesting that even if a UFO exhibits no unknown features, it is still not investigated further. The article highlights the air force's dismissal of reports involving ultra-high speeds and right-angled turns, and their tendency to explain away sightings as weather balloons. Rayner points out the contradiction in the air force's claim that UFOs do not exist while simultaneously needing to state that they pose no threat. The article also notes the growing confidence in crop circle revelations and the assertion that UFOs are here to stay.

Article: "Going forward to 2050" (Page 23)

This section offers predictions for the future, suggesting that society will be unrecognizable by 2050. It anticipates that Mars may be found lifeless, but the greater concern is the human condition, with potential issues like massive infertility, strange diseases, and mental breakdown. The article also predicts that UFOs will continue to be reported, alien identities will evolve, and abductions will be reinterpreted. The "Roswell Incident" is expected to remain unanswered, and alien implants and animal mutilations will continue to be subjects of interest. Crop circles will persist as unsolved phenomena, and government "cover-ups" will likely remain.

Article: "Educator's Guide to Spotting Satellites" (Pages 25-28)

This guide, from the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, provides instructions on how to observe artificial satellites. It explains that satellites are best seen shortly after sunset or before dawn when sunlight reflects off their surfaces. The article details techniques for spotting them, such as lying down and looking for star-like objects moving through the fixed stars. It also discusses the orbits of various spacecraft, including the Space Shuttle, Mir space station, and the Iridium network, and provides information on how to obtain orbit tracking programs and orbital elements. The guide emphasizes that while satellites are common, their observation requires patience and knowledge of their orbital paths.

Special Book Bargains for Year 2000 (Page 27)

This section lists several books related to UFOs, conspiracies, and unexplained phenomena, offering them at discounted prices. Titles include "A Covert Agenda" by Nicholas Redfern, "The UFO Encyclopedia" by John Spencer, "Confirmation The Hard Evidence" by Whitley Strieber, "The Threat" by David Jacobs, and "Satan's Mistress" by Val Lewis. Contact information for ordering these books is provided.

Advertisements (Page 27)

This section contains advertisements for UFO and Space Age publications, including books, magazines, audio, and video tapes. It also offers back issues of the magazine "Awareness" and information about lectures and field visits from The Travel and Earth Mysteries Society (TEMS).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Contact magazine revolve around the persistent mystery of UFO phenomena, the potential for non-terrestrial life, and the impact of technology and societal changes on humanity's future. The editorial stance appears to be one of critical inquiry, questioning official narratives and encouraging readers to consider alternative explanations for unexplained events. There is a strong emphasis on the need for open-mindedness and a willingness to challenge conventional scientific and governmental viewpoints. The magazine also highlights the growing influence of the internet and its potential to both disseminate information and create confusion.