KPUFO Informacni bulletin - 2001 No 01

Magazine Overview

Title: Newsletter KPUFO
Issue: 1/2001
Date: c.1/2001
Publisher: KPU (Klub psychotroniky a UFO)
Country: Czech Republic
Language: Czech

This issue of the KPUFO Newsletter focuses on the organizational status and future tasks of the KPU (Club of Psychotronics and UFO). It emphasizes the need to build a solid organizational and research base, develop a reliable information database, and ensure its accessibility to all members.

Organizational Status and Development

The organization aims to build its structure by establishing a branch in every district. These branches are encouraged to create online resources detailing regional anomalous phenomena, natural attractions, and historical questions, while also informing the public about the organization's activities and responding to media coverage. The KPU emphasizes a methodical approach, rejecting sensationalism and focusing on research conducted with mutual trust and respect among members, fostering personal growth.

Database Development

The central KPU is completing several key databases:

• Database of Places: Contains data on over 3000 municipalities in the Czech Republic, including significant landmarks, natural sites, past anomalous phenomena, and interesting legends.
• List of UFO Cases: Over 1500 UFO incidents have been recorded in the Czech Republic.
• Agro Symbols Album: Preparation of an album documenting crop circles in grass, ice, snow, and mud.
• Megalithic Monuments Album: Preparation of an album on megalithic sites in the Czech Republic.
• Cryptozoological Cases Album: Currently in preparation.
• Database of Anomalous Psychotronic Phenomena and Cases: This database will initially provide brief tabular summaries of cases, with plans to expand to full case details including correspondence and researcher commentary.

The database is designed for both territorial (location-based) and temporal (time-based) searches.

Member Contributions and Communication

The newsletter acknowledges the growing number of members (nearly 200) and the use of an internal server, KPUFO 2000, for data sharing and discussions. It appeals to members for assistance in transcribing archival materials into electronic format, noting that this work, while unpaid, offers valuable experience. The organization maintains strict ethical guidelines to protect its work and members.

Recognizing that not all members have internet access, KPU commits to providing printed materials upon request, funded by membership fees. The newsletter also announces the upcoming expansion and modernization of the ZAZ magazine, introducing new sections featuring current cases under investigation.

Regional and Thematic Research

While local clubs and branches focus on regional anomalies, the organization is also developing thematic research, drawing from internet resources and the ZAZ magazine. Member assistance will be required in this phase, building upon the existing 'Lexicon of Boundary Phenomena'.

Membership and Finances

The membership fee for 2001 is set at 285 Kc, which includes the ZAZ magazine. Members who accidentally paid twice last year will not receive a bill this year. The newsletter urges members to pay their fees promptly and requests copies of payment slips if they suspect an error in processing. Membership fees are the primary financial source for KPU, and the organization welcomes additional support in the form of envelopes, office supplies, etc. It also encourages individuals with friendly relations to the organization to formalize their support by joining KPU.

Recent Activities and Events

• Malta Expedition: A report on a trip by four KPU members to Malta in late 2000/early 2001 is available in ZAZ and online, featuring megalithic temples and railways. Requests are made for video recordings of the trip.
• Upcoming Expedition: Another expedition is scheduled for the end of February with 8 participants from the Czech Republic and Austria.
• Klatovska Friends Club: This club, founded in November 2000, aims to explore the region's historical mysteries and plans to publish its first annual report.
• Clovek 2001: The anticipated development of this community has suddenly ceased.
• CePeS Meeting: The Czech Psychoenergetic Society (CePeS) held its general assembly on February 24, 2001.
• JCSBP Seminar: The Union of Czech and Slovak Researchers in Psychotronics (JCSBP) held a small seminar on psychotronics on February 24, 2001.

Future Discussions

A future meeting will address topics such as bio-therapy, psychotronic research, the stagnation of psychotronics, and the organization's future existence.

Call for Information

Members or former members of FFC are requested to send Informacni zpravodaj FFC no. 4, 8, and subsequent issues.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes a research-oriented, methodical, and collaborative approach to the study of anomalous phenomena. It emphasizes the importance of accurate data collection, database development, and member participation. The editorial stance is one of dedication to uncovering facts, fostering personal growth among members, and maintaining the integrity and ethical standards of the organization, while also acknowledging the financial realities and the need for member support. There is a clear focus on building a robust, long-term organization dedicated to serious investigation rather than sensationalism.