PROJECT HESSDALEN

Magazine Overview

This document is issue number 2 of "PROJECT HESSDALEN" from 1983, dated November 16th. It is a bulletin from the project coordinator, Odd Gunnar Roed, based in Norway. The publication is in English, with some enclosed Norwegian text intended for local distribution.

Content Summary

The bulletin begins by acknowledging a longer-than-usual gap since the last issue but assures readers that important events will be communicated promptly. It highlights the enclosed two-page Norwegian text, intended for distribution to approximately 3000 households in Hessdalen and surrounding areas. One page provides a brief project overview, while the second is a form for locals to fill out if they witness something unusual, to be sent to Leif Havik. These pages are being printed in Sweden by UFO-Sweden, with the work done by Erling Strand of UFO-Norway.

Page 2 from Leif Havik is also included, confirming that sightings are ongoing and expected to continue. The coordinator thanks J. Allen Hynek for promoting the project in The International UFO Reporter and mentions that the Centre for UFO Studies had a board meeting, raising hopes for contributions. Hynek suggested the importance of obtaining a spectrogram of the lights, and the project confirms they have the necessary equipment, awaiting the right opportunity.

UFO-Sweden has provided lists of supporters and data on their involvement, which has been computerized. A computerized list of names and addresses for envelopes has also been received. The Working Committee is scheduled to meet in Hessdalen on November 19-20, with plans to utilize photographic equipment.

Sightings in Hessdalen and Nearby Areas

Page 4 details specific sightings:

• October 4th, 1983: Two Norwegian Air Force helicopters were observed near the mountain Rogne, with one landing and men seen around it before it departed with a box. Another helicopter later passed through the area. The Air Force has shown significant interest in the region.
• Undated (42nd Week): An object was seen passing F.høgda towards the north, with an airplane also visible.
• October 16th, 1983 (07:36 pm): An object was seen near Rognes, shining with a bright white light.
• October 18th, 1983 (07:00-07:30 pm): An object was seen shining with bright light near F.høgda.
• October 18th, 1983 (05:45 pm): Witnesses on FINSÅDALEN observed an object passing from east to west above ØGGDALEN, diving behind the mountain LITJFJELLET and into Øggdalen.
• October 26th, 1983 (approx. 05:00 am): A witness driving near Hessdalen saw a triangular object in the same location where a previous object was seen. The object was described as large as the moon, with bright lights that gradually weakened.
• October 30th, 1983 (05:29 pm): A yellow warm light was observed on an oblong object that passed STØREN to the north, moving at a speed comparable to a hangglider.

Other Information

• Seismological Equipment: This equipment will be used in the Hessdalen area starting around November 15th for approximately six months.
• Meeting: An informative meeting was scheduled for Saturday, November 19th, at the Hessdalen Community Hall.
• Geological Maps: The author has received geological maps and will attend a meeting at the Geological Institute on November 3rd.

Enclosed Norwegian Text (Page 2)

This section is addressed to all households in Holtålen and Mitre Gauldal, stating that these districts have had the most UFO reports in the last two years. It introduces "PROSJEKT HESSDALEN" as an independent project supported by UFO-Norge, UFO-Sweden, and Foreningen for PSYKOBIOFYSIK. The goal is to find explanations for unexplained light phenomena and UFOs, or at least to collect sufficient background material. It urges residents to report sightings by filling out a form and sending it in, or by contacting Leif Havik. It also mentions the ongoing effort to build an image archive and provides details for financial contributions via postgiro and bankgiro accounts.

Reporting Form (Page 3)

This page contains a form for reporting sightings, requesting Name, Address, Phone number, and Date of Birth. It asks the reporter to describe what they saw, categorizing it as an unexplained light phenomenon or UFO. Instructions are given to detail the event, location, and time, and to include a drawing if possible. It also provides contact information for Leif Havik and assures that names will not be used publicly without agreement.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes are UFO sightings, the investigation of these phenomena in the Hessdalen region, and the collaborative efforts of various organizations and individuals. The editorial stance is one of active investigation, data collection, and a desire to uncover explanations, while also seeking public participation and support. There is a clear emphasis on documenting events and gathering evidence, including photographic and potentially spectrogram data.