KPUFO Informacni bulletin - 2007 No 03

Magazine Overview

This issue of the "informační bulletin" (Informational Bulletin) from the Club of Psychotronics and UFO (KPUFO), issue 3/2007 (number 77), focuses on the club's activities and internal organization. The bulletin emphasizes KPUFO's commitment to openness, mutual support, and rigorous research.

Z naší činnosti (Our Activities)

The editorial section highlights KPUFO's long-standing goal of being an open information space fostering community and critical inquiry. It acknowledges that not every question will be immediately answered and that even negative results can be a form of success. The unique nature of the club, operating for over 16 years with a diverse membership across the Czech Republic, necessitates specific management approaches. The current communication methods, including regular email summaries and the printed bulletin, are deemed effective for sharing information and facilitating collaboration. The editorial also touches upon the club's vision since its inception, noting that many of its ambitious goals have been met.

Recognizing members' personal and professional commitments, KPUFO has established a broader collective leadership. This leadership, in place since November 1, 2006, has proven effective. The bulletin calls for the formal establishment of this leadership and requests members to confirm their regional representatives. Several key individuals are listed with their areas of expertise:

• Jaroslav Helšus (KPUFO Louny): Researcher in megalithic monuments, author.
• Martin Hubner (KPUFO Rokycany): Researcher in natural anomalies.
• František Javůrek (KPUFO Brno): Researcher in anomalous photography, creator of "Záhady ve fotografii" and KPUFO Brno websites.
• Milan Knob (KPUFO Havlíčkův Brod): Creator of "Záhady Chotěboř" website, organizer of researcher meetings.
• Jaroslav Boháč (KPUFO Ústí n.L.): Researcher in psychotronics.
• Petr Fiala (KPUFO Děčín): Section for anomalous photography.
• MVDr. Pavel Kroupa (KPUFO Domažlice): Researcher in agro-symbols and megalithic monuments, author.
• Ing. Oldřich Válek (KPUFO Beroun): Author of theoretical works and books on psychotronics, founder of the Association of Researchers in Psychotronics.
• Věra Drobečková (KPUFO Plzeň): Researcher in psychotronics, alternative medicine, KPUFO treasurer.
• Václav Cihla (KPUFO Karlovy Vary): Researcher in archaeoastronautics, history, traveler, creator of websites dedicated to the Malta ley lines.
• Radek Slavík (KPUFO Jihlava): Creator of KPUFO Poltergeist and KPUFO Jihlava websites.
• Marek Jehlička (KPUFO Praha): Researcher in cryptozoology, traveler, journalist, KPUFO press spokesperson.
• JUDr. Jitka Lenková (KPUFO Praha-západ): Researcher in history, author of many books and articles, Research Center Statenice.
• Michal Štěpnička (KPUFO Plzeň): Researcher in history, art, religion, valuable assistance in the editorial section.
• Ing. Pavel Kalina (KPUFO Plzeň): Physicist, KPUFO chairman since 1992.
• bc., dr. L. Šafařík (KPUFO Plzeň): Researcher in psychotronics, author of articles, secretary since 1991, responsible for organizational and conceptual issues.
• Mgr. Barbora Topinková (KPUFO Praha): Researcher in geology.
• Vladimír Šiška (KPUFO Praha): Researcher in UFO, Celtic history, leader of the "Záře" project.
• Ing. Pavel Veselý (KPUFO Klatovy): Electronic operations within KPUFO.
• Ing. Mgr. Dana Slámská (KPUFO Liberec): Researcher in astrology, magic, esoterics.
• Bc. Petr Taptič (KPUFO Teplice): Researcher in psychotronics, manages KPUFO foreign correspondence.
• Ing. Jan Kolář (KPUFO Chomutov): Foreign correspondence, translations for KPUFO.
• Jaroslav Sedlář (KPUFO Brno): Expert in electrical engineering and radio communication, UFO Center Brno.
• Bc. Šárka Sedláková (KPUFO Brno): Magic section, author of articles and "Cyber Templi" website.
• Kateřina Kolečková (KPUFO Plzeň): Researcher in magic.
• Tomáš Petráň (KPUFO Kutná Hora): Researcher in megalithic monuments, anomalous photography, and other topics.
• Michal A. Novotný (KPUFO Plzeň): Researcher in UFO.
• Erika Bábková (KPUFO Prostějov): Questions of alternative medicine, esotericism, philosophy.
• Mgr. Martin Bradáček (KPUFO Praha-východ): Researcher in underground spaces, member of the Society of Friends of Stale Air.
• Roman Hora (KPUFO Plzeň-jih): Researcher in underground spaces.
• Libor Čermák (KPUFO Praha): Researcher in ley lines and other topics, creator of websites.
• Martin Toth (KPUFO Tábor): Organizational matters, researcher in history and archeology, coordinator for the establishment of KPUFO Slovakia.
• Jan Vlasák (KPUFO Praha): Founder of psychotronics.
• Mgr. Jan Pavlík (KPUFO Olomouc): Organizer of many researcher meetings.
• Bc. Tomáš Stěhule (KPUFO Příbram): Electronic operations within KPUFO.
• Tomáš Soukup (KPUFO Plzeň): Creator of films and programs.
• Doc. Ing. Tomáš Dosoudil, CSc. (KPUFO Pardubice): Creator of the "Mysterydogs" website, author of the book on SHC, and many articles.
• Milan Kučera (KPUFO Olomouc): Creator of historical mystery websites like "Jesen.cz", participant in many expeditions and treasure hunts.

Poškození KPUFO! (Damage to KPUFO!)

This section details a negative experience with an article titled "Czech UFO Hunters" published in the magazine Práva. The author, L. Kyša, was revealed to be a member of the Sisyfos club. The article allegedly contained false information, including a claim that KPUFO received a grant for saving megaliths when they had only applied for one. KPUFO filed a complaint with the editor-in-chief and the ethics committee of the journalists' syndicate. The bulletin advises members to be cautious if this editor contacts them, noting a similar incident with healers from the Meduňka magazine. An open letter to the editor of Práva has been published on KPUFO's website. This incident has led KPUFO to emphasize the need for greater member awareness and a clearer strategy for dealing with the media.

SDRUŽENÍ BADATELŮ V PSYCHOTRONICE (Association of Researchers in Psychotronics)

This section announces the third working seminar of the SBP, held on June 23, 2007, on the topic "Practical Applications of Psychotronics." It also mentions the release of Oldřich Válek's new book, "Psychotronics, a New Theoretical Concept (2)," published by BEN.

Z badatelské činnosti (From Research Activities)

This section provides updates on recent KPUFO activities:

• May 21, 2007: Březová nad Svitavou (2007): A meeting of friends and enthusiasts of mysteries took place, attended by researchers from KPUFO and "Záře," including M. Karlík from KPUFO.SK. Photos are available on the "zahadychotebor.estranky.cz" website.
• June 11, 2007: Podorlické setkání (2007): A meeting of researchers and enthusiasts of mysteries was held in Česká Skalice, organized by the "Záblesk" club. Attendees included researchers from KPUFO, "Záře," FFC, and "Záblesk." The program featured lectures, presentations, and a night visit to Náchod Castle.
• KPUFO Plzeň - City of Pilsen: Presentations and debates about KPUFO's activities will be held on several Saturday afternoons in September-October 2007 at the Victoria Hotel. Members receive free entry.
• Trip to Ireland for Megaliths: This expedition requires thorough preparation and is planned for autumn 2007 or spring 2008. It will be a working expedition, involving coordination with local societies and ensuring participants know each other beforehand. The estimated cost is around 23,000 CZK per person, and efforts are being made to reduce it.
• Expedition to Peru: A group of KPUFO colleagues participated in a shamanic ritual at a rock gate on March 21, 2007. Another group visited the Angor temple in Cambodia. The bulletin expresses anticipation for their findings and photographs.
• Historical UFOs: The bulletin requests assistance from Russian speakers to translate materials on historical UFO cases from the Middle Ages, focusing on simple keyword data.
• Book Request: Jiří Pavlinec is seeking volumes I and II of "Úplný systém okultních nauk" (Complete System of Occult Sciences) by Prof. Dr. Cyron Damon.

Publications and Archive

The bulletin lists several internal publications and archive materials available for members:

• Harald Sherman: Mimosmyslové síly a jejich využití (Extrasensory Powers and Their Use): Translation from English, for KPUFO members only (30 CZK + postage).
• Kol. aut.: Příručka badatele II. - Materiály ke studiu psychotroniky (Researcher's Handbook II - Materials for the Study of Psychotronics): Covers developing abilities, dowsing, geopathic zones, automatic drawing, alternative healing methods, and psychotronic phenomena (50 pages; 40 CZK for members, 50 CZK for non-members).
• Člověk a vesmírné cykly (Man and Cosmic Cycles): Internal KPUFO material on the connection between cosmic processes and life on Earth (for members only, 40 CZK).
• Kol. aut.: Konference k problematice psychotroniky v archeologii (Conference on the Problem of Psychotronics in Archeology): Proceedings from a small seminar held on November 30, 2004, in Pilsen (40 CZK for members, 50 CZK for non-members).
• Kol. aut.: Příručka badatele IV. - Materiály ke studiu psychotroniky - proutkařství (Researcher's Handbook IV - Materials for the Study of Psychotronics - Dowsing): Covers theoretical and practical aspects of dowsing, including finding water sources, the role of dowsers, and ancient magic (for members, 40 CZK; non-members, 50 CZK).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the internal organization and activities of KPUFO, the profiles of its dedicated researchers, and updates on ongoing research projects and events. The editorial stance is one of promoting open communication, collaboration, and a critical yet open-minded approach to paranormal and psychotronic research. The bulletin also highlights the importance of member engagement and the value of the club's resources and publications.