MUFON Colorado News - 2004 09

Magazine Overview

Title: Colorado MUFON News
Issue: Number 72
Date: September 2004
Publisher: Mutual UFO Network, Inc.
Document Type: Magazine Issue

Colorado Director's Message

The Colorado Director's Message reflects on the progress of Colorado MUFON in 2004, noting an increase in membership to nearly 150 members and a growing need for trained investigators. The message expresses gratitude to volunteers who assisted with the International MUFON Symposium and looks forward to the 2005 Symposium in Denver. It highlights an increase in investigation cases and a call for more investigators to look into Unconventional Flying Objects. The director also mentions the success of moving state meetings around Colorado to foster better connections among members.

Evidence of Success: Over 400 Attendees, Media Coverage for MUFON's 35th Annual Symposium

This article by Rana Bakhtiari reports on the success of MUFON's 35th Annual Symposium held in Denver from July 16th-18th, 2004. The event drew over 400 attendees and featured respected speakers such as UFO Lobbyist Stephen Bassett and law enforcement official Ken Storch. The symposium included presentations on the UFO phenomenon in the context of presidencies, space research, and forensic evidence. Media outlets, including Peter Jennings Production and numerous Denver television stations, covered the event, with a program scheduled to air on ABC in early 2005. The article also includes a photo of speakers from the symposium press conference, identifying David Sereda, John Greenwald, Paul Davids, Budd Hopkins, Leslie Kean, Peter Davenport, Ryan Woods, and John Schuessler.

Colorado Springs, Greeley, and Western Slope MUFON Meetings

Information is provided for regional MUFON meetings. Colorado Springs meetings are held at the Gold Hill Police Station on the first Saturday of even-numbered months, free and open to the public. Contact Clifford Clift for Greeley area meetings and Davina Ryszka for Western Slope meetings.

Colorado MUFON General Meeting

Details are provided for the general meetings of Colorado MUFON, held the second Saturday of every month at the Glendale Community Center in Denver. Admission is free for members, $5 for non-members, and $8 per family. An annual membership is $20. The schedule includes a Board Meeting (9:00 AM - 10:30 AM) and Investigator Training (11:00 AM - 12:00 PM) before the main meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for October 9th, featuring Ron Russell, a Crop Circle Researcher.

Upcoming COMUFON Meetings: Dates & Speakers

Upcoming meetings are listed: October 9th with Ron Russell (Crop Circle Researcher), November 13th with Joe Fex (Paranormal Researcher), and December 11th with John Schuessler (MUFON Director) for a Special Holiday Potluck. All are at the Glendale Community Center.

Late Newsletter

The editor apologizes for the newsletter being a month late due to computer technical difficulties and notes that some membership records may not have been recovered.

Membership Information

Information on becoming a member of Colorado MUFON is provided, with regular, student, and family membership options. Benefits include the bi-monthly newsletter, reduced admission to events, investigator training classes, and special deals on publications. International MUFON membership is also detailed, costing $45 per year and including a subscription to the MUFON UFO Journal and reduced prices on publications and events.

Congratulations and Thank You!

This section thanks individuals for their contributions to the summer's symposium, specifically highlighting Lin Simpson for her role as Director of Membership and Symposium Organizer, John and Kathy Schuessler for their hard work, and Judy Orsatti for securing advertising and media.

Wanted: Colorado Field Investigators

This section outlines the requirements for becoming a certified Field Investigator, which includes passing an exam with a score of 80% or above. The exam is a take-home, open-book test, and the MUFON Field Investigators Manual is available for $25. Investigator training classes are also mentioned as beneficial.

A New Twist on Cattle Mutilations

By Barry Roth, this article discusses new information from Bud Hopkins and Carol Rainey's book, “Sight Unseen.” It revisits the phenomenon of cattle mutilations, noting the clean removal of body parts without blood or tracks. The article introduces Dr. John Altshuler's theory that these events are linked to unusual aerial phenomena observed around the time the animals are found. It further explores the potential role of cow eggs in cloning experiments, suggesting that cow oocytes can reprogram adult cells from different species, leading to the question of whether these could serve as incubators for alien visitors.

In Case You Missed It...

Barry Roth and John Schuessler discuss increasing international UFO sightings from South America, North America, Europe, and the Middle East. They mention specific sightings in Argentina, Brazil, and Chile, including a delta-winged craft in Ireland. The article notes that the US has also experienced numerous sightings. John Schuessler also discussed how UFOs have been reported historically in Europe and presented a chart of different types of unconventional objects. The article mentions the UN's rejection of a UFO investigation request in 1951 and the ongoing state-by-state investigation efforts, as well as the Pandora project aimed at scanning over 35,000 UFO reports.

Summer of Wonder and Discovery in Colorado

Alejandro Rojas reports on the 35th Annual Symposium, describing it as a success with brilliant minds discussing UFOs. He mentions a roundtable discussion about the "giggle factor" in UFO subjects. Rojas also recounts a conversation with a Westword staff writer who had a unique perspective on the media's exploitation of the "giggle factor." The article praises the A/V crew's work and mentions future coverage on the website. The report then shifts to the San Luis Valley UFO Event at the UFO Watchtower, describing it as another great event with wonderful speakers and presentations.

More Mystery in the San Luis Valley

This article by Alejandro Rojas recounts an experience at the San Luis UFO Event where he met Arnie Nan. Arnie reported a dream about a UFO landing and beings emerging, which compelled him to attend the event. He later experienced a vision of an apparition named Oziborad, who conveyed messages about mass extinction and environmental problems, and a spiritual awakening. Arnie's drawing of the apparition is included. The article connects Arnie's experience to the themes discussed by speaker Mark Kimmel, who also spoke about visitors here to help humanity. Arnie's realization that humans might one day fly in UFOs is presented as a happy conclusion to his experience.

Other Great Denver Events

A listing of other related events in the Denver area is provided, including the World UFO & Paranormal Expo, "Men in Black" TV show, UFO Movie Night, The Denver UFO Society meetings, and The Denver Spiritual Community events.

Colorado MUFON Officers and Section Directors

A comprehensive list of Colorado MUFON officers and Section Directors, including their roles and the counties they cover, is provided. Contact information for officers and the Colorado Sightings HOTLINE are also included, along with the website address.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the success and impact of MUFON's annual symposium, the ongoing efforts in investigating UFO sightings at both local and international levels, and the exploration of the UFO phenomenon through various lenses, from scientific inquiry to personal accounts. The newsletter also emphasizes community building through meetings and membership drives. The editorial stance appears to be one of dedicated research, public education, and a serious approach to the UFO phenomenon, while acknowledging the public's potential skepticism (the "giggle factor"). There is a clear focus on encouraging active participation from members through investigations and attendance at events.