MUFON Minnesota Journal - No 093

Magazine Overview

This issue of the Minnesota MUFON Journal, Issue #93, dated January/February 2002, features a "Directors Report" by Bill McNeff, State Director of Minnesota MUFON. The report, titled "An Estimate of the Situation for 2002," reflects on the state of ufology, government secrecy, and public perception.

Directors Report: An Estimate of the Situation for 2002

Bill McNeff begins by framing the current times as "military" and likening his report to a military "estimate of the situation" for higher authorities, which in this case is the ufological community. He references a September 1947 memo by Lt. Gen. Nathan Twining, which noted a "lack of physical evidence in the shape of crash recovered exhibits." McNeff argues that debunkers like Karl Pflock misinterpret this statement, suggesting that Twining's memo was an order to collect information, not an admission of no recoveries. He points to missing base traffic records from around the Roswell incident and the absence of any mention of it in Project Blue Book as evidence of government interest and potential cover-up. McNeff believes that while much documentation is missing, the government's actions imply they possess hard evidence of UFOs.

He then discusses public perception, citing Elaine Douglas, who noted that most people do not want to know about UFOs or ETs, yet a majority believe the government is hiding information. McNeff suggests that the press, influenced by the government, also avoids the topic, with tabloids like the National Enquirer being used to discredit information.

McNeff recounts an encounter with George W. Bush during a presidential campaign, where Bush affirmed he would tell the American people what is going on with UFOs if elected. However, no information has been forthcoming from the Bush Administration. McNeff posits that only a very public, well-documented sighting would compel the government to release information. He quotes MUFON's consultant on theology, who suggests MUFON could act as a calm voice, stating that UFOs likely do not intend to land and take over but want acknowledgment of their reality.

Hard Data on the Close Encounter Phenomenon: The UFO Coalition's AMP Experiment

This section, authored by Craig R. Lang, CE4 Researcher and MN MUFON State Field Investigations Coordinator, discusses the challenges of studying the close encounter phenomenon due to its subtle nature and lack of tangible evidence. He mentions previous attempts, such as the Objective Verification Project and David Jacobs' use of video cameras, which yielded ambiguous results. Lang highlights the Ambient Monitoring Project (AMP), an international effort by MUFON, CUFOS, and the Fund for UFO Research, designed to capture scientific data. The AMP experiment uses non-intrusive instrumentation to measure ambient energy fields in homes of experiencers, with data collected and analyzed to identify disturbances. Experiencers also keep daily journals, and the data is evaluated in a double-blind comparison. Minnesota MUFON has participated, installing an AMP box in an experiencer's home, and invites others to participate, emphasizing confidentiality and voluntary participation.

Alien Abduction Defense

This article by Dick Moss, MN MUFON ASD, summarizes a presentation by Ann Druffel at the MUFON 2001 International UFO Symposium. Druffel, a certified hypnotist, questions the extraterrestrial nature of abductions, noting that implants have not been definitively linked to ET technology and no hybrid babies have surfaced. She suggests that the "creatures" involved are not advanced extraterrestrials but possibly entities from folklore that tamper with humans in altered states, citing historical figures like Lodovico Sunistrari's "incubi." Druffel believes these beings are not satanic but can shape-shift and are not part of normal physical existence. She notes that many abductions occur in an "altered reality" or "out of body" state. Druffel proposes that experiencers can defend themselves using mental struggle, righteous anger, protective rage, and physical struggle, asserting that these beings are not technologically superior and do not control humankind. She recounts a case where a woman physically struggled with three entities, causing one to die, and the others vanished.

Druffel suggests that these entities may present themselves as UFO occupants to frighten humans and that hybridization might be a technique to gain confidence. She lists resistance techniques including mental struggle, righteous anger, protective rage, physical struggle, support from family, spiritual appeals, intuitive practices, metaphysical practices, and repellants. She emphasizes that righteous anger and protective rage must be devoid of hatred and that experiencers need to assert their inviolable rights.

On: UFOs and the National Security State

This section features a letter by Joe Firmage, who poses 40 questions for scientists concerning UFOs and their implications for national security and human civilization. The questions delve into the nature of space-time, the suppression of research into advanced propulsion systems, the alleged cover-up of the Condon Committee and Project Blue Book, the role of intelligence agencies, and the potential for extraterrestrial contact to transform humanity. Firmage questions why governments might conceal world-changing knowledge and asks if the capitalist-military-intelligence complex has managed CONTACT for decades.

Several quotes from prominent figures are included, such as Dr. Paul Santorini, General Nathan Twining, FBI memos, CIA memos, Air Chief Marshall Lord Dowding, Admiral Delmar Fahrney, Robert Low, and Dr. James McDonald, all discussing the reality and secrecy surrounding UFO phenomena.

U.S. Has Heavily Researched Anti-Gravity, Book Says

This article by Bradley Perrett of Reuters discusses journalist Nick Cook's book, "The Hunt for Zero Point." Cook suggests that the U.S. military may have conducted significant research into anti-gravity technology, possibly based on Nazi studies, by the 1950s. He believes that such technology, termed "electrogravitics," was developed and immediately classified as secret. Cook notes that academic papers on the subject have mysteriously disappeared from libraries, and there is little firm evidence that electrogravitics is more than science fiction, despite civilian experimentation.

Field Investigator Update: December 2001

Craig R. Lang, MN MUFON FI Coordinator, provides an update on recent investigations. He mentions a backlog of cases, many from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC). One case, investigated by Dean DeHarpPorte, involved a sighting near Thief River Falls, Minnesota, in October 1979. The witness and his wife observed a bright yellowish light hovering over the road that repeatedly moved towards them and then reappeared a mile ahead, eventually disappearing. Lang notes similarities to the Val Johnson sighting and suggests a high level of UFO activity in that region.

Another case, reported in December 2001, involved a married couple near Stillwater, Minnesota, who reported sightings of a black triangular object with specific lights and two white lights estimated to be 15 miles away. Witness 1 described a triangular object about 250 ft on a side, with white lights at each apex and a blinking red light in the center. Witness 2 described two white lights, estimated to be 15 miles away, moving at an estimated 7200 mph. The report concludes that these sightings are unexplained, as current technology does not support hovering and rapid vertical movement without engine noise.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around government secrecy regarding UFO phenomena, the scientific investigation of UFOs, and the nature of alien abductions. The editorial stance, as expressed through the various articles and reports, is one of advocating for greater transparency, continued scientific inquiry, and a serious consideration of the UFO phenomenon as a real and important subject. There is a clear skepticism towards official explanations and a belief that significant information is being withheld from the public. The issue also touches upon the potential societal and environmental benefits of understanding and utilizing advanced technologies that may be related to UFO phenomena.

This document is page 11 of the Minnesota MUFON Journal, an issue focused on UFO investigations and sightings within Minnesota. It details specific sighting reports, discusses the characteristics of observed phenomena, and provides contact information and resources for those interested in the field of UFO research.

Sighting Reports and Analysis

The journal presents an analysis of a specific sighting involving two hovering lights that emitted two smaller lights which circled downward and back up to join the primary light. While the witness could not estimate the speed, they noted the lights were not as bright as the primary ones. The evaluation suggests a potential conventional aircraft explanation, but notes that a simultaneous unexplained sighting by another person in the same car makes the event more intriguing.

Furthermore, the article highlights striking similarities between this sighting and several "spectacular triangle sightings" investigated by Minnesota MUFON over the years. These investigations have involved individuals like Bill McNeff, Casey Holt, Joel Henry, and the author. The common characteristics of these triangle sightings include: slow movement, silent operation, dark triangular shapes approximately 100 feet across, and a typical lighting configuration of white or colored lights at the vertices with a brighter white light at the center. The objects are often observed moving at about tree-top level.

A prominent paradox associated with these sightings is their location, often near well-traveled roads or populated areas, yet with a scarcity of reports from independent witnesses, despite the object's size suggesting it should have been widely observed. The article also mentions that these cases are sometimes accompanied by unreported paranormal events.

Call for Information and Participation

The journal actively seeks further information on events discussed and other sightings or encounters. Readers are encouraged to contact Craig Lang via phone (763-560-1532), email ([email protected]), or through the Minnesota MUFON website. Readers are also encouraged to stay tuned to the column for discussions on current Minnesota MUFON sighting cases.

New reports are received daily, and many cases are currently under investigation by MUFON investigators. The journal emphasizes the expanding opportunity to become involved in UFO studies.

Becoming a Field Investigator

For individuals interested in becoming a field investigator, classes are offered when sufficient interest is indicated. These classes are typically held three times a year, with the next one anticipated for the spring. Prospective investigators are advised to have the necessary time, energy, and objectivity. Interested individuals must join MUFON as a field investigator trainee and purchase the MUFON field investigators manual.

The organization stresses the need for active investigators to better understand the UFO phenomenon, assuring that there is "always enough mystery to go around" for those pursuing this study.

Minnesota MUFON Contact Information

The issue provides comprehensive contact details for Minnesota MUFON:

• State Director: Richard Moss (320) 732-3205
• Assistant State Director: Bill McNeff (952) 890-1390
• Field Investigation Coordinator: Craig Lang (763) 560-1532
• Journal Editor: Joel Henry, PO Box 240631, Apple Valley, MN 55124
• General Contact: (952) 431-2426, E-Mail: [email protected]
• Website: http://www.mnmufon.org (Webmaster: Joel Henry)
• MUFONET: 7.237mhz Sat. at 7:00 am CST, Net Control: Bob Shultz
• National MUFON Hotline: 1-800-836-2166 (for reporting UFO news, sightings, etc.)

Links are provided to access back issues of the Minnesota MUFON Journal at www.mnmufon.org/mmj.htm.

Editorial Notes and Copyright

Contributions, articles, and editorial inquiries are welcomed and should be directed to the Editor. The journal includes a note regarding copyrights, stating that articles are the property of their originators and are reprinted with permission or are believed to be in the public domain. Permission to use or reprint must be obtained from the original authors.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout this page is the active investigation of UFO phenomena, particularly triangle-shaped craft, by Minnesota MUFON. The editorial stance is one of encouraging public participation, seeking new reports, and recruiting and training field investigators. There is a clear emphasis on the scientific and investigative approach to understanding UFOs, while acknowledging the inherent mystery and the need for more active researchers. The journal serves as a platform for disseminating information about ongoing investigations and engaging the community in this pursuit.