MUFON Minnesota Journal - No 150

Magazine Overview

Title: MUFON Minnesota Journal
Issue: #150
Date: July/August 2011
Publisher: MUFON Minnesota

This issue of the MUFON Minnesota Journal addresses several key topics within the UFO and paranormal community, including internal organizational reform, historical and contemporary UFO sightings, government transparency issues related to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), and the psychological impact of close encounters.

Reform Begins at Home!

Lorna Hunter, MUFON MN State Director, opens the issue with a call for reform within MUFON. She acknowledges the controversial nature of UFO investigation and stresses the importance of internal unity. Hunter highlights MUFON MN's 24-year history of monthly meetings, its incorporation as a non-profit in 2007, and its 9-member board. The article mentions the implementation of video conferencing to include members from Hawaii and Canada, and a donation of proceeds from June meetings to the Salvation Army. A significant event discussed is the first MN UFO Conference scheduled for October 8, 2011. Hunter announces a special board meeting on July 9, 2011, to address the recent controversy within MUFON and calls for transparency at the management level, stating it is hypocritical to continue holding closed board meetings. She emphasizes that bylaws will be available, and feedback will be welcomed to foster a sense of ownership and commitment among members. The article concludes by noting that UFO meetings attract an eclectic group, and MUFON aims to provide an inclusive atmosphere.

Minnesota MUFON Meetings

Announcements are made for regular MUFON Minnesota meetings on Saturdays, July 9th and August 13th, from 2 pm to 5 pm at the New Brighton Family Service Center. Details about parking and the non-smoking policy are provided, along with a note about the building having no special security, allowing attendees to come and go freely.

In this Issue

A table of contents lists the articles featured in the journal, including "Reform Begins at Home," "UFOs and Reality," "AF gets Rosemary Award," "CE4 Corner," "Earth's Future – UFOs?", "Authors of the Impossible," and various news and event updates.

UFOs and Reality

By Dick Moss, MUFON MN, this article recounts historical UFO sightings and phenomena. It details an incident in September 1956 near Holloman AFB where a "domed disk-shaped 'something'" landed, causing vehicle malfunctions and drawing the attention of military personnel. The incident was met with strict secrecy. The article also touches upon ancient evidence, referencing granite carvings in China from 45,000 BC and cave paintings by Cro-Magnon ancestors depicting incomprehensible signs and shapes alongside animals. It notes that UFOs seem to adapt their appearance to the culture in which they appear, citing reports of airships in 1896 and bright searchlights. The article recounts a 1973 wave of sightings over Georgia, including an incident where an object forced a military patrol car into a ditch and another where a helicopter pilot narrowly avoided a collision with a cigar-shaped craft. It highlights the Pascagoula, Mississippi incident in 1973, where Charles Hickson and Calvin Parker claimed to have been taken aboard a UFO by robot-like creatures. The article mentions that these sightings often caused physiological effects like prickling skin and temporary paralysis, and animals sometimes panicked. It notes that Hickson passed a lie detector test, and scientists like Dr. J. Allen Hynek and Dr. James Harder supported the reality of the experience.

AIR FORCE WINS 2007 ROSEMARY AWARD FOR WORST FOIA PERFORMANCE

This section details the U.S. Air Force's poor performance in handling Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, earning it the third annual Rosemary Award from the National Security Archive. The award cites the Air Force's failure to meet deadlines, lost records, broken web links, and a FOIA contact fax number that rang in a hospital patient's room. The article references a 2006 court decision stating the Air Force "failed miserably" in handling FOIA requests and has engaged in a pattern of failing to make timely determinations. It notes that even the Air Force's Chief Information Officer acknowledged the poor performance. The article also points out that the Air Force has failed to implement the 1996 E-FOIA Amendments, with information split across multiple websites and many links broken. A table provides basic FOIA facts for the Air Force in FY2006, showing a significant backlog of requests.

The CE4 Corner – July/August 2011

By Craig R. Lang, MS CHt, this article explores the psychological aspects of close encounter experiences, focusing on fear and healing. Lang describes how many experiencers are frightened by the high-strangeness influencing their lives. He notes that encounters often have both positive and negative sides, with fear lurking beneath the wonder. The article uses an aggregated case study of a woman named "Sarah" to illustrate the process of addressing fear through hypnotherapy. Lang explains the technique of regression work, identifying the Initial Sensitizing Event (ISE) – the earliest event that triggered the emotional response. The process involves reframing the event from an adult perspective and integrating the adult and inner child parts. The article suggests that fear patterns often originate in early childhood experiences, such as bullying, witnessing parental conflict, or frightening religious teachings, and are reinforced by subsequent events, including close encounters (Secondary Sensitizing Events - SSEs).

Human progress, Earth's future could be related to UFOs

By Steve Hammons, this article speculates on whether humanity has acquired advanced technologies from extraterrestrial contact. It suggests that such technologies could be applied to advanced aircraft and spacecraft, potentially using anti-gravity propulsion. The author posits that this knowledge might already be integrated into defense, intelligence, and scientific communities. The article also discusses the challenge of preparing Earth humans for new awareness about the universe and intelligent life, questioning whether this transition is part of a master plan or natural progression. It highlights current global problems such as war, suffering, and climate change as indicators of humanity's difficulties in managing its development and geopolitical circumstances.

PROCESSES AND TIPPING POINTS

This section continues the discussion on human progress and the potential impact of new information and technologies. It suggests that increased awareness of leading-edge research necessitates communication, orientation, and education. The article questions whether new technologies obtained from exotic sources could enable new ways of space exploration and help solve environmental threats. It also considers how discoveries about multiple dimensions, time-space anomalies, and quantum physics might challenge human beliefs. The concept of "transcendent warfare" is introduced as a way to deal with human conflict. The author concludes that whether through alien contact or independent discovery, there is potential for significant breakthroughs.

Authors of the Impossible

This section features a review of Dean DeHarpporte's book, "Authors of the Impossible," which presents evidence suggesting that current science is inadequate to explain paranormal phenomena and UFOs, requiring a fundamental paradigm shift. The article includes an excerpt from Jeff Kripal's work, which discusses the book and its focus on thinkers like F. W. H. Myers, Charles Fort, Jacques Vallee, and Bertrand Méheust. Kripal's premise is that reality is malleable and shaped by our psyches and conditioning. The section also includes a post by Christopher Knowles about Jeff Kripal's book and a related film, "Demand the Impossible," emphasizing the need for a new consensus that acknowledges the past but isn't beholden to it, and that recognizes the limitations of the scientific method.

FIFTY YEARS OF SPACE NUCLEAR POWER - SECRECY NEWS from the FAS

This article by Steven Aftergood discusses the 50th anniversary of the first nuclear-powered electrical generator launched into space (SNAP-3 RTG) on June 29, 1961. It highlights how plutonium power sources have enabled ambitious deep space missions, such as the Voyager probes. The article notes the expense, danger, and environmental concerns associated with plutonium-fueled RTGs, citing a 1964 launch accident. It mentions a proposal to use nuclear power only for deep space missions, not Earth orbit, which has become the de facto policy. The upcoming Mars Science Laboratory mission, scheduled for launch between November 25 and December 18, 2011, will be powered by 4.8 kilograms of plutonium dioxide.

MUFON MN News

This section reports on MUFON MN's charitable activities, specifically their donation of $250 (matched by a grant, totaling $500) to the Salvation Army to aid victims of the May tornado in Minneapolis. The article encourages readers to support local charities like the Salvation Army and the Red Cross. It also includes a photo of Tommy Maher, Mary Gochnauer, and Bob Engberg.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The journal consistently promotes transparency and reform within UFO organizations like MUFON. There is a strong emphasis on investigating UFO phenomena with a critical yet open mind, acknowledging both historical evidence and modern reports. The articles also highlight the importance of government accountability, particularly concerning the release of information through FOIA. A recurring theme is the psychological impact of paranormal experiences and the need for healing and understanding. The overall stance appears to be one of seeking disclosure and advancing knowledge about UFOs and related phenomena, while also addressing the practical and societal implications of such discoveries.

This document is issue 13 of the Minnesota MUFON Journal, a free publication distributed by MUFON Minnesota. It focuses on UFO-related events, research, and sightings within Minnesota and beyond. The journal serves as a communication channel for MUFON members and the public interested in the UFO phenomenon.

Upcoming Events and Presentations

The journal extensively lists upcoming events and presentations hosted or endorsed by MUFON Minnesota throughout the summer and fall of 2011. These include:

• July 9th, New Brighton: A MUFON MN meeting featuring an open Board meeting, discussions on the upcoming MN UFO Conference, and book reviews. The second half includes a presentation by Dean DeHarpporte titled "UFOs: Beyond the Nuts and Bolts: The Technology of Extradimensional Aliens."
• August 1st, Waite Park: KT Kelle, an author and experiencer, will discuss her personal UFO experiences in MN and their effect on family dynamics. She now writes children's books about aliens and UFOs.
• August 13th, New Brighton: Bill McNeff will present on "UFOs and ET: Best Cases."
• August 13th: Craig Lang and Dean DeHarpporte are scheduled to speak at Parasota 2011. Dean's presentation is at 7:30 pm, and Craig's is at 9:00 pm.
• September 10th, New Brighton: The first half of the meeting will feature the documentary "UFOs 1973 - Aliens, Abductions, and Extraordinary Sightings," which examines the 1973 UFO "flap" with police audiotapes. The producer, J. Michael Long, will join via video conference to discuss his own 1973 sightings and the making of the documentary, followed by a Q&A session.
• October 8th, New Brighton: The "1st Annual MN UFO Conference" will take place from 9 am to 6 pm at the New Brighton Family Center. The speaker line-up includes Craig R. Lang (Abduction Research), Chad Lewis (Strange Creatures of Wisconsin and Minnesota), Adrian Lee (UFOs in Art History), and Ted Phillips (Paranormal Events in Marley Woods), followed by a panel discussion. A vendor area with book signings and paranormal equipment will also be present. Pre-registration is $25, and admission at the door is $30 for a day pass or $10 for a single presentation.

Information and registration details for the Parasota 2011 Conference are provided, including website links and a Facebook page.

Speaker Information and Services

Craig R. Lang is introduced as an Anomaly Researcher, Certified Hypnotherapist, MN MUFON Asst State Director, and MUFON Abduction Response Team member. Contact information, including phone number, email, and websites (craigrlang.com, thecosmicbridge.com), is provided. He offers hypnotic regression work for close encounter experiencers and others interested in hypnosis.

The "Intuitive Forum," presented by Kathryn Harwig, Valerie Lis, and Brenda Campbell, is also mentioned, with a talk scheduled for June 10th at the Pilgrims United Church of Christ in Maple Grove, MN. The cost is $20 at the door, with a social hour prior to the meeting where readings and consultations will be offered.

Minnesota UFO Reports

The journal includes detailed reports of UFO sightings from the MUFON-CMS database:

• July 1, 2011 (approx. 00:00): A pulsating object, described as a fireball stationary above the horizon, was seen near Circle Lake, Minnesota. The light was mostly white with a pulsating red tint and appeared lower than typical aircraft. It disappeared behind trees and reappeared to the east, moving deliberately.
• July 3, 2011 (03:00): A report from Minneapolis, MN, describes three strange lights in formation, with the center light blinking, observed by the reporter and neighbors for several consecutive nights. The reporter contacted 911 and was informed of other confirmed reports. Following these sightings, the reporter experienced lapses in time and woke up with numbness in their right hand. A physical object, described as dark and about the size of an apple seed, was discovered underneath the skin of the reporter's right thumb, which they plan to have removed.

Items of Interest and Resources

Several external resources and articles are highlighted:

• Scientists Find ET Genes in Human DNA: A link to an article on agoracosmopolitan.com.
• UFO Cover Up - The Early Days: A link to Kevin Randle's blog.
• Coast to Coast AM: An interview with Kevin on UFOs, Cases, and Crashes is recommended.
• Open Minds: A website for UFO news.
• FATE Magazine: Mentioned as a resource.
• MUFON.com: The main MUFON website is promoted.
• The Outer Space Security & Development Treaty?: A link to a PDF document.
• The Daily Show: International Director Clifford Clift was interviewed, with Jon Stewart and his staff reportedly dressing as aliens for the segment.

MUFON Minnesota Information

Contact information for MUFON Minnesota is provided, including:

• State Director: Lorna Hunter
• Assist. State Directors: Richard Moss, Bill McNeff
• Field Invest. Coord.: Craig Lang
• Journal Editor: Joel Henry
• MUFON MN Web Page: www.mnmufon.org
• MUFONET: A radio net on Mondays at 7:00 pm CST.
• National MUFON Hotline: 1-800-836-2166 for reporting UFO news and sightings.

The Minnesota MUFON Journal (MMJ) is available as a free PDF online or via email request. Readers are encouraged to submit news and editorial contributions to the Editor.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the promotion of MUFON's mission, the organization of and participation in UFO-related conferences and meetings, the reporting and investigation of UFO sightings and alleged alien abductions, and the sharing of resources and information within the UFO research community. The editorial stance appears to be one of active engagement, encouraging public participation, and providing a platform for experiencers and researchers to share their findings and experiences. There is a clear emphasis on providing practical information, such as event details, contact information, and links to relevant resources, while also presenting compelling case reports and expert insights.