Crux - Issue 3

Magazine Overview

CRUX, number 3, published in 1987, with a cover price of $4, focuses its attention on the state of New Mexico. The issue highlights the state's unique characteristics, including its blend of high technology, military research, and a persistent association with paranormal phenomena, particularly UFOs. The cover features a map of New Mexico with various cities marked, and the headline "FOCUS ON NEW MEXICO" is prominent, along with the tagline "THEY DON'T CALL IT THE LAND OF ENCHANTMENT FOR NOTHING."

New Mexico: A Nexus of the Paranormal

The introductory articles set the stage by describing New Mexico as a place where the light is perceived as "different," fostering a sense of heightened vision and accessibility to inward perception. This is linked to the proliferation of spiritual seekers. The state's cultural diversity, encompassing Hispanic, Anglo, and various Native American groups, is noted, as is its economic contrast between high technology and a 19th-century agrarian economy. Key economic and technological drivers include nuclear research at Los Alamos and Sandia National Laboratories, both government-owned, contractor-operated facilities.

The military presence in New Mexico is substantial, with major installations like White Sands Missile Range, Fort Bliss, Holloman, Cannon, and Kirtland Air Force Bases. Kirtland AFB, in particular, is highlighted for its strategic importance, housing nuclear weapons storage and the Air Force Space Technology Center. The article suggests that New Mexico's heavy military research component may be a reason for the alleged interest from extraterrestrial "ufonauts."

Historical UFO Sightings and Incidents in New Mexico

The core of the issue is a catalog of UFO reports and related incidents in New Mexico, spanning from the late 19th century to the early 1950s. The magazine posits that a "special relationship" exists between the UFO phenomenon and New Mexico, citing historical data that indicates a disproportionately high number of reports from the state.

Key incidents detailed include:

• 1880: A fish-shaped craft with occupants was reported near Galisteo Junction, dropping an earthenware cup, a flower, and silk-like paper with unusual characters.
• 1932, 1941, 1975: Multiple sightings of 5 bright disc-shaped objects occurred southeast of Wagon Mound.
• 1936: A ball lightning-type discharge, described as "luminous darts," was observed and photographed by scientists.
• 1947: A large disc or sphere was seen moving horizontally at high speed near White Sands. An object supposedly fell near Cliff, leaving a curious odor. Residents of Albuquerque witnessed 13 silver discs maneuvering. A yellowish "flying saucer" was seen near Tucumcari, and a bluish disc was observed zigzagging near Albuquerque.
• 1947 (July 2): The "Roswell Incident" is mentioned as the onset of a significant event, with plans to provide further details in future issues.
• 1948: "Trained balloon observers" saw a "round, indistinct object" near Holloman Air Force Base that executed violent maneuvers.
• 1948 (July 17): Seven objects flying in formation were reported from San Acacia, NM, with flashes observed and an estimated altitude of 20,000 ft.

The "Green Fireballs" and "Project Twinkle"

A significant portion of the issue is dedicated to the "Green Fireballs" and "Project Twinkle." This episode, spanning from November 1948 to November 1951, involved numerous sightings of bright green fireballs, often described as disc-shaped or other types of UFOs. The phenomena were witnessed by many credible observers and were largely restricted to New Mexico, often over sensitive military installations. Dr. Lincoln LaPaz, Director of the Institute of Meteoritics, investigated these reports and doubted they were natural meteors, suggesting they might be indicative of a secret U.S. military project or a "matter of serious concern."

Many of these green fireballs were seen near Vaughn, NM. Air Force investigations noted a correlation between visual reports and radio disturbances. An FBI summary from August 1950 indicated that personnel operating under Air Force contract sighted "8 to 10 objects of aerial phenomena," and approximately 150 observations of aerial phenomena were recorded in the vicinity of New Mexico installations between December 1948 and March 1951.

Further Incidents and Investigations

The catalog continues with more reports:

• 1949: A January FBI document stated that phenomena observed were "either hitherto unobserved natural phenomena or that they are man-made," with no known scientific experiments that could explain them. A UFO exploded in a "red spray" near Albuquerque. A large green fireball was observed across eastern New Mexico and western Texas. A white, green, and orange object fell near Grants-Gallup. Naval personnel and a civilian engineer observed a rapidly moving "ellipsoid" object near White Sands.
• 1950: "White balls" pursued a launched missile at White Sands. Air sampling tests for meteoric debris near Socorro were deemed inconclusive. Astronomer Clyde Tombaugh observed "windowlike" rectangles of light moving noiselessly. Dr. Donald H. Menzel observed star-like objects that increased in brilliance and disappeared near Holloman AFB. Hundreds of residents in Farmington reported daylight sightings of disc-shaped craft. Army personnel observed a bright object moving over Sandia Mountains. UFOs were filmed during missile tests at Holloman AFB/White Sands.
• 1951: UFOs were tracked "too often for comfort" at a radar station west of Las Cruces, with one producing a "solid blip" and moving at 14,000 mph. Reports from Los Alamos included bright, tear-shaped objects, oblong objects moving horizontally and vertically, a pointed cylinder object that fell into a canyon, and a "large reddish dot" that turned green. A glowing red ball of light was seen near Corona. A UFO was detected on radar and filmed at White Sands. A motionless, cigar-shaped object was observed near Golden. A "flying wing" the size of a B-36 was seen over Albuquerque. A "saucer" maneuvered over Los Alamos. A streaking fireball was reported near Tucumcari.
• 1952: A "strange illuminated object" was seen at Santa Fe airport. Two dull-white objects were observed near a balloon near Artesia. Three green fireballs were reported in the Taos area. A radar specialist was shown 16mm film documenting the recovery of a crashed craft and dead occupants, allegedly in New Mexico in 1952. Rumors of a crashed UFO in the Roswell area in 1949, with six occupants recovered and one kept alive for years, are mentioned. A bright yellow disc made a 90-degree turn and accelerated straight up near Newman. Two silver discs were observed flying south from Kirtland AFB. A UFO was tracked near Walker AFB, Roswell. A white, egg-shaped UFO left at high speed when Air Force jets attempted interception near Los Alamos. A yellow round or oval object was reported over Los Alamos. Two round silver objects were seen flying abreast at "terrific" speed over Hermanas.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout the issue is the persistent and widespread nature of UFO sightings and related anomalous phenomena in New Mexico. The magazine strongly suggests that New Mexico holds a key to understanding the UFO mystery, possibly due to its unique geographical, cultural, and military-industrial landscape. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation into these phenomena, presenting a catalog of evidence and historical accounts without outright dismissal, and encouraging readers to explore the referenced sources for more detailed information. The issue concludes by noting that CRUX number 4 will feature continuing coverage of New Mexico and other interesting information, including a Project Stigma report on animal mutilations.

This issue of CRUX, identified as Volume 13, Issue 11, covers a period from 1953 to 1975, detailing a comprehensive chronological list of UFO sightings and related incidents primarily within the United States, with a strong focus on New Mexico. The document serves as a catalog of reported aerial phenomena, witness testimonies, and associated details.

UFO Sightings and Incidents (1953-1975)

1953

• September 26, near Carlsbad: Civil defense observers reported a shape-changing object at 25,000 ft., described as growing one tail, then two.
• October 25, near Santa Fe: Jim Milligan, a sixteen-year-old, witnessed an object fly by his windshield and land by the road. It was described as two boat hulls together, 10 ft. by 5 ft., and took off as he approached.
• Undated, near White Sands Proving Grounds: A story recounts a 'saucer' found on the ground with its door open and four dead occupants nearby.

1954

• April 12, NW of Roswell, Lincoln County: An informant, while stationed at Walker AFB for 'special training', reported participating in the retrieval of a crashed UFO and its occupants. This account is noted as being detailed and potentially linked to the 1947 Roswell Incident.
• May 7, White Sands area: Two women reported finding 30 'tracks' on a sand dune, each consisting of 4 concentric circles with a dot and lines, suggesting pod-like impressions and claw marks. The Army was reportedly investigating.
• May 7 (alternate date Feb 5), White Sands area: Author Wilkins reported the same incident, adding witness names (Mrs. Weiss & Mrs. Sanders) and claims of viewing multi-colored lights.
• May 18, 7:00 PM, Cannon Air Force Base, near Clovis: A lens-shaped object reportedly landed on railroad tracks near the base gate, observed by two civilian workers. Major General David W. Hutchinson visited the base that day.
• August 6, Santa Fe: A brilliant white ball was visible for 15 minutes, leaving a luminous upward trail and supposedly interfering with TV and radio broadcasts, but not ham radios.
• September 17: A 'blinding green' fireball, as large as a full moon, was seen by thousands across Colorado and northern New Mexico, illuminating Denver at night.

1956

• September (no date), 8:00 AM, 12 miles west of Holloman AFB: A domed, disc-shaped object landed less than 50 yards from US Highway 70. Car engines died, and the object remained for 10 minutes before taking off. Air Force intelligence and the CIA reportedly arrived to ensure secrecy.

1957

• July 24, west of the Organ Mts., S. New Mexico: The family of Nathan Wagner, White Sands missile flight safety chief, watched a disc flying east over the Organ Mountains.
• July 25 or 26 (approx.), East Grand Plains, NM: Two teenagers and a farmer reported 'three white round objects' that changed direction by reversing direction, not turning.
• October 23, Clovis-Portales area: A UFO landing was reported, with no further details.
• October 24, 15 miles south of Cannon AFB: Multiple witnesses reported a UFO landing during daylight hours, leaving unspecified landing traces.
• November 1 or 2, Clovis: A radio station owner reported seeing a streaking fireball. The next day, sightings and landings of egg-shaped craft were reported near Levelland, Texas.
• November 4, Orogrande, NM: A Holloman AFB employee and others were halted on US Highway 54 by a huge pearl-colored object. James Stokes' car radio faded, and his engine died as the object made a 'dive' across the highway.
• November 4, 10:45 PM, Kirtland AFB: An object, appearing through binoculars like 'an auto standing on end', was observed by radar and visual observers, hovering over a restricted area near the base tower.
• Undated, White Sands Proving Grounds: Army military police observed a disc-shaped craft land briefly. Later, other MPs saw a UFO hovering at 50 ft., described as 200+ ft. long.
• November 3, White Sands Proving Grounds: An egg-shaped object was reported hovering low over an old A-bomb bunker near the Trinity Site.

1958

• April 14, Albuquerque: Twelve to eighteen 'gold discs' were seen in a 'V' formation with 'irregular positioned satellites'.
• Summer of 1958, Holloman AFB: A mechanic witnessed a disc-shaped object hover over the tarmac. Another witness saw the craft retract landing gear and take off. Air Force personnel showed witnesses a book of UFO photos, requiring them to sign secrecy documents.
• Late November, Between Datil & Pie Town & north of US Hwy. 60: Three men observed two teardrop-shaped objects connected by metallic elevator shaft-like beams. The objects turned north and disappeared over Mt. Taylor.

1959

• February 25, South of Hobbs on NM Highway 18: Jim Dobbs, Jr. heard 'strange radio signals' and saw a glowing egg-shaped object pass to the east.
• April 13, 'over New Mexico': A retired Navy pilot reported his compasses spinning as three gray objects approached and circled his aircraft. The Air Force directed the pilot to Kirtland AFB for interrogation and warned him about potential radiation sickness.

1961

• January 17, 6:17 PM, near Cimarron: A former Holloman AFB weather officer and companions saw 2 or 3 'V' formations of 6-to-8 lights. A bright light, possibly Mars, went out, followed by amber-to-orange lights that flew out of sight and reappeared.
• October 23 (night), Between Datil & Pie Town: A vacationing couple reported being 'pursued' by a brilliant ball of light which broke into 4 smaller lights.

1962

• Undated, near Holloman Air Force Base: A UFO was tracked across 2 states before crashing. The craft and two 42-inch-tall beings were reportedly removed, and the corpses studied at a university hospital. Ufologist Robert Barry claims the crash occurred about 90 miles south of Alamogordo.

1963

• September 11, between Albuquerque & Grants: At least 4 sightings of a large green light and 2 smaller lights were reported. One witness was awakened by the brilliance of the large light.

1964

• Preceding April 24, White Sands/Holloman AFB area: Writers reported unpublicized, unexplained, 'terrifying' incidents witnessed by military personnel.
• April 24, Albuquerque: Approximately 25 minutes before the Socorro sighting, an oval or egg-shaped UFO was reported flying south.
• April 24 (Friday), 5:50-6:00 PM, Socorro: This incident, involving policeman Lonnie Zamora, is described as one of the most significant in ufology. The report details the case, discusses witness discrepancies (particularly with Iowans Larry Kratzer and Paul Kies regarding smoke vs. dust), and mentions the search for additional witnesses.

1966

• June 23, Placitas: Apollo program flight engineer Julian Sandoval, a pilot, and a former Air Force navigator observed a 300-ft.-long UFO 'suspended' in the air, which then departed at 'incredible speed'.
• February 10 (4:30 AM), 25 miles north of Tularosa: A witness saw a dome-topped, round-bottomed, metallic object hovering beside Highway 54.
• March, near Las Cruces: A New Mexico State University student took a widely-published photo of a round or disc-shaped object 'on edge' between rock walls.
• March 2 (around noon), US Highway 70, Apache Summit, near White Sands Missile Range: A driver observed 'silvery specks' passing overhead, and two Holloman AFB radars picked up 'intermittent targets'.
• April (1st week), Socorro: Two witnesses observed a yo-yo-shaped object with a rainbow-colored belt flying slowly from Strawberry Peak and hovering over the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology. The object directed a beam of light to the ground.
• May 26 (10:15 PM), Albuquerque: A car's engine and lights died as a darting white light 'paced' the car.
• October 9 (10:00 AM), near Silver City: Two witnesses reported a blue-green torpedo-like craft skimming low along the ground, and a 'welding torch-blue' object with a bright fire ring.

1970

• November 15 through December 21, Santa Fe area: At least 6 UFO sightings were reported, described as 'intensely bright lights' moving at high speeds and sometimes hovering.
• December, Alamogordo: At least 4 sightings were reported in the latter half of December, including three teenagers and another man photographing an object/light.

1971

• January 1, Dog Canyon, near Alamogordo: A wobbling object 'as bright as the moon' disgorged orange objects over the Sacramento Mountains.
• May (date unspecified), Holloman Air Force Base: Reports suggest one or more UFOs landed, aliens disembarked, and communicated with US military personnel for hours or days. This incident is noted as being depicted hypothetically by Robert Emenegger and is linked to the 'Sigma/Snowbird Document'.
• April 25, 1964 (referenced in Sigma/Snowbird Document): The document alleges aliens landed and communicated with an Air Force intelligence officer in the desert of New Mexico, intriguingly placed between the Socorro and La Madera incidents.
• April 18 (4:00 AM), across state: A TV newscast reported 19 UFOs detected on radar heading into New Mexico, with the explanation given as a radar malfunction due to storms.
• November 19, Albuquerque: Seven yellow lights were seen by a college professor and other witnesses.

1972

• April 18 (4:00 AM), across state: A TV newscast reported that 19 UFOs were detected on radar heading across the Mexican border into New Mexico. The explanation given was a radar malfunction due to storms.
• November 19, Albuquerque: Seven yellow lights were seen by a college professor and other witnesses.

1974

• May 17 (10:10 PM), near Chilili: Electronic scanning instruments at Kirtland AFB detected a tremendous burst of energy. A circular metallic object, 60 ft. in diameter, was 'dismantled' and moved to a hanger.
• September (no date), daylight location unknown: Three witnesses watched a farmer in his pickup truck levitated 500 feet into a huge disc-shaped object.
• November 30 (2:00 AM & after), Roswell area: A vacationing couple saw what they thought was a huge oil rig off the road, which then moved along the highway for 60 miles, described as a column of very white lights with an occasional red light at the base.

1975

• January 6 (Monday, 10:30 PM), few miles south of Lordsburg: Three witnesses in a car experienced static on their CB radio as lights appeared. A blue-white light lit up the ground, and the car would not start.
• August 13, near Alamogordo & Holloman AFB: USAF Sgt. Charles L. Moody watched a meteor shower when a craft descended. Aliens approached Moody, who was apparently abducted after a struggle.
• Autumn, Nara Visa area: During a period of livestock mutilations and unidentified helicopter sightings, a pilot and friends attempted to track UFOs in a small plane. The FAA announced an investigation into unknown aircraft reports but later denied knowledge of the probe.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this compilation are the sheer volume and variety of reported UFO sightings, the consistency of certain descriptions (e.g., disc-shaped, oval, egg-shaped objects), and the frequent mention of electromagnetic effects and physical traces. There is also a persistent undercurrent of government interest, secrecy, and potential cover-ups, particularly highlighted by the detailed discussion of the Socorro incident and the 'Sigma/Snowbird Document'. The editorial stance appears to be one of documenting these reports objectively, presenting witness accounts and investigative details without overt skepticism, and raising questions about the implications of these phenomena and the official responses to them. The publication seems dedicated to cataloging evidence and fostering discussion within the ufology community.

This issue of CRUX magazine, identified as Volume 2, Issue 2, published in 1987, presents a detailed chronological account of UFO sightings and related phenomena primarily within New Mexico, spanning from 1976 to 1987. The publication is attributed to Thomas R. Adams, with an ISSN of 0741-7720 and a price of $2.24. The cover headline highlights "New Mexico UFO Chronology."

1976 Incidents

The chronology begins in 1976 with several notable events. On January 21, Air Force security police at Cannon Air Force Base reported two gold or silver UFOs with distinctive blue and red lights. Later in January, the Clovis area experienced widespread publicity regarding red, white, and blue lights over Clovis and Cannon AFB, with Clovis policeman Randy Johnson reporting 23 objects visible simultaneously in various formations. A newsman even photographed a "hot-dog-like" object. The authenticity of these sightings was questioned by groups like APRO. On May 26, a wife, husband, and teen-age son reportedly vanished from the Albuquerque area after the woman claimed to have established contact with an alien ufonaut in the Sandia Mountains. In November, over Kirtland Air Force Base, Air National Guard Captain Randolph B. Jenkins reported veering to avoid a brilliant circular object that approached him from behind, and he believed he was telepathically contacted and shown parts of the UFO. Also in November, between Ocate and Rayado, hunter E. A. Masterson reported an "all-night UFO show" with objects landing and subsequent ground activity. On December 2, near Albuquerque, truck driver Jose Dohnert reported being "paced" by a bright orange light low to the ground.

A note highlights that in addition to late 1975 occurrences in northeastern New Mexico, there have been other instances of apparent juxtaposition between UFO activity and livestock mutilations in the state, including landing-trace reports from June 1976 and April 1978 in Rio Arriba County.

1978 Incidents

The year 1978 saw further reports. On May 13, numerous witnesses in Alamogordo reported a red object moving slowly, accelerating, and descending to the ground outside the city, near which a brush fire was discovered. Holloman AFB dispatched a helicopter to assess potential hazards. On July 3, in Taos, several citizens reported seeing a UFO and finding powder-and-chip residue. Analysis of samples from cattle in the area, possibly related to mutilations, revealed high proportions of magnesium and potassium. On October 6, between Capulin and Des Moines, two men reported a metallic, octagonal object passing over their car, described as several times larger than the moon. In November, three hunters near Ojo Caliente reported a cigar-shaped object with bright orange lights flying over their campsite at an altitude of about 200 yards. On November 30, south of Albuquerque, a witness reported an "intensely bright" light that increased in intensity, followed by "fireballs" and flashes of red and green. In early December, on the Jicarilla Apache Indian Reservation, guide Joe Lucero observed a yellow or orange cigar-shaped object hovering over Horse Lake. Later in December, east of Roswell, two law officers observed what appeared to be a fire on a hillside that was ascending, revealing a wagon-wheel shape with sparks. Authorities asked Cannon Air Force Base to investigate, but the base declined. Raton police reported several UFO sightings in their area over the preceding months, particularly by "graveyard shift" law officers.

1979 Incidents

1979 brought more sightings. On February 22, near Lordsburg, salesman Bill Tufts watched a blue light break into pieces and then saw a silver cigar-shaped object traveling "straight up" at a "tremendous" speed after a 90-degree turn. On March 25, in Taos, a deputy sheriff and friend observed a rainbow-colored object, about the size of a car, descend to the ground with an emitting glow. In early July, a few miles northwest of Clayton, a rancher reported a "landing circle" found on his property, with a calf exhibiting unusual behavior near it. The rancher contacted the Army, and samples were taken. Residents had previously noted strange lights shining into the house. Anecdotal testimony suggests residents in the Clayton-Raton area have become complacent about UFOs due to frequent sightings. On September 12-13, at the Jicarilla Apache Indian Reservation, Feast Day attendees observed UFOs. On the 12th, two fish and game officers were "spotlighted" by a yellow light from above while on patrol. Other residents reported seeing a helicopter-like object with no lights or sound.

1980 Incidents

In 1980, on February 16, State Police were informed of a bright yellow light with a rotating red ball near Espanola. In the first week of May, in Colfax County, an incident termed the "Cimarron Case" involved the alleged abduction of a mother and son who witnessed the abduction and later mutilation of a calf by ufonauts. The article implores those involved to come forward. On August 8-9, security personnel at Kirtland Air Force Base observed a UFO land in a restricted area of a Department of Defense Test Range, an incident involving a highly sensitive military facility.

1981 Incidents

1981 included a sighting on March (11:00 PM) on Interstate 25, near Bernalillo, where two observers watched a huge, brightly-lit object near the Sandia Mountains, with smaller red and white lights emerging from it. The object was observed for ten minutes, appearing to rise and lower gently. On September, along US Hwy. 285, south of Artesia, a motorist reported a glowing light in what appeared to be ground fog, which then ascended rapidly, revealing a sharp, non-diffuse red light.

1982 Incidents

In May 1982, in the weeks preceding a cattle mutilation near Dulce, residents reported "The Light," often described as orange, white, or blue, associating it with the mutilations. On December 20, in Roswell, a bright football-shaped object leaving a contrail was reported, accompanied by an explosion of undetermined origin.

1983 Incidents

In June 1983, "The Light" was reported again near Dulce, around the time of another livestock mutilation.

1984 Incidents

1984 saw several reports. On April 24, eight witnesses in Alcalde observed a football-shaped UFO in the eastern sky, which turned slowly, revealing a small red light that detached and followed it. On July 11, in Espanola, two young men watched a "heavily lighted" object fly slowly, hover, and vanish, reappearing shortly after. On September 5-8, in the Burnham area on the Navajo Indian Reservation, residents reported several UFOs, including six objects with "no shape" passing over, the last directing a searchlight to the ground. Authorities suggested these might be B-52 bombers, but witnesses maintained they did not resemble conventional aircraft.

Publications of Interest and Related Information

The latter part of the issue provides extensive lists of "Publications of Interest," including newsletters, journals, and organizations related to UFO research and Fortean topics from various countries. It also lists "Books That May Be Of Interest," such as "Intruders" by Budd Hopkins, "Communion" by Whitley Strieber, "Light Years" by Gary Kinder, "The Ultimate Evil" by Maury Terry, "The Mayan Factor" by Jose Arguelles, and "The U.S. Intelligence Community" by Jeffrey T. Richelson. A section titled "One More Book We Wanted To Mention" discusses "UFO Crash At Aztec" by William Steinman & Wendelle C. Stevens and the documentary "A Strange Harvest" on animal mutilations. It also mentions Jim Crocker's investigations into "ghost lights" and Marfa Lights.

The "Not-So-Lite UFOLOGY" section details a researcher's experience with a Freedom of Information Act request to the NSA regarding "Project Aquarius." The NSA responded that while documentation existed, it could not be released due to national security concerns. Similar responses were given to U.S. Senators John Glenn and Pete V. Domenici regarding Projects Sigma and Snowbird. The NSA representative stated that confusion arose from a FOIA request by Christian P. Lambright, who believed "Project Aquarius" pertained to UFOs.

Zooddities

The "Zooddities" section covers various unusual reports, including lake monster investigations in Alberta, Canada, and Sweden, efforts to find proof of the "Mokele M'bembe" creature in Africa, and persistent reports of "black panthers" and "mystery cats." It also discusses the disagreement among scientists regarding the cause of death of over 1700 people and animals in Cameroon in August 1986, attributed to toxic gases from the volcanic Lake Nios. The section includes a quote from Rev. Fred Tern Horn describing the scene as if a neutron bomb had exploded.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes throughout this issue are the detailed documentation of UFO sightings and related phenomena, with a strong focus on New Mexico. The magazine appears to present these reports factually, often citing witness accounts and official investigations, while also acknowledging skepticism and the complexities of government information access (as seen with Project Aquarius). The editorial stance seems to be one of thorough investigation and reporting of anomalous events, encouraging readers to seek further information and contribute their own accounts. The inclusion of "Zooddities" suggests a broader interest in unexplained phenomena beyond just UFOs. The publication aims to be a comprehensive resource for those interested in the unexplained, particularly within the context of New Mexico.