PA MUFON NEWSLETTER

Magazine Overview

The PA MUFON NEWSLETTER, Vol. 1 No. 1, dated January 1, 2008, marks the first edition of this publication from the Pennsylvania chapter of MUFON (Mutual UFO Network). The newsletter serves as a review of the past year's activities and an outline of future plans.

2007 Review and Group Changes

The newsletter reflects on 2007, noting significant changes within the group. These include the appointment of a new State Director, John Ventre, and a new State Section Director, along with the addition of new Field Investigators. Approximately six new investigators were in training. A key development was the establishment of their own website, www.pamufon.com. The group also initiated public UFO Awareness days throughout Pennsylvania and began investigating cold cases, specifically mentioning The Kecksburg and Carbondale Incidents. Field trips were undertaken to these historical sites, with more planned for the future.

2008 Plans and Initiatives

Looking ahead to 2008, PA MUFON has several key plans. These include organizing Sky Watches and mock training sessions focused on sightings and landing sites. The organization is actively seeking new Field Investigators, particularly in the Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania areas. Interested individuals are encouraged to contact www.mufon.com or visit the website to find and contact a listed field investigator.

UFO Sightings and Statistics

The newsletter provides statistics on UFO activity in Pennsylvania. In 2007, there were 112 reported sightings, with 55 investigated by PA MUFON, leading to 11 new cases in progress. The NUFORC Database indicates Pennsylvania has recorded 1254 sightings from 1947 to 2007. Pennsylvania is identified as one of the top 11 states reporting the UFO phenomenon, with California leading the nation with 5618 sightings since 1937.

Publications and Events

A notable mention is made of State Director John Ventre's first book, titled "12/21/2012 A Prophecy," described as a combination of "The Day After Tomorrow" and "The Da Vinci Code." The book is available on Amazon.com.

PA MUFON members are scheduled to give lectures to other Pennsylvania-based groups in 2008 and plan to attend numerous conferences and forums. The organization is also working to secure a centrally located site for meetings to reduce travel time for members.

Upcoming Events and Presentations

The newsletter highlights several upcoming events of interest to ufologists and those interested in the paranormal:

• X-Conference: To be held in Gaithersburg, Maryland, from April 18-20, featuring top researchers in the field. More information is available at www.paradigmresearchgroup.org.
• Flatwoods Festival: MUFON will have a table at this event in West Virginia in September.
• Spirit Day: A PA MUFON Investigator will present at the Spirit Society of PA's annual Spirit Day on May 3, 2008. Details can be found at www.spiritsocietyofpa.com.
• 7th Annual Pennsylvania Paranormal Conference: Scheduled for April 12, 2008, at Bube's Brewery in Mt Joy, PA. Information is available at www.paranormalpa.com.

Investigator Support and Contact Information

Investigators are reminded that if they are assigned a case and cannot manage the time, they should advise John Ventre, who can reassign it. For groups interested in receiving a presentation, State Section Director S. Witkowski can be contacted at [email protected].

The newsletter concludes with a thank you for time and dedication from S. Witkowski, PA State Section Director / Field Investigator, providing contact emails: [email protected] and [email protected].

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this inaugural newsletter is the growth and future direction of PA MUFON. The editorial stance is proactive and community-focused, emphasizing the importance of investigation, public education, and collaboration. There is a clear call for active participation from members and the public, particularly in recruiting new investigators. The newsletter also positions Pennsylvania as a significant location for UFO phenomena reporting. The inclusion of paranormal events suggests a broader interest in unexplained phenomena beyond strictly UFO sightings.