Repas Ufologiques - 2009 04

Magazine Overview

This document is the monthly newsletter from 'Les Repas Ufologiques' network for April 2009. It serves as a bulletin for upcoming ufology events, discussions, and news across various French cities, alongside articles on specific UFO cases, theories, and related research.

Upcoming Events & Meetings

The newsletter prominently features a "Rendez-vous à ne pas manquer dans les Repas Ufologiques" section, detailing scheduled meetings:

• Paris (April 7, 2009): Jean-Pierre Rospars, a researcher from Inra and former GEPAN collaborator, will present on "The Paradox of Fermi seen by a biologist." This talk will explore the Drake equation and Enrico Fermi's hypothesis about the potential existence and expansion of a single advanced extraterrestrial civilization.
• Paris (August 4, 2009): Paola Harris is scheduled to speak at the Paris Repas Ufologiques.
• Lyon (April 27, 2009): M. Jean Cheynel, a specialist in crop circles and megalithic sites, will present on "Crop Circles and Sacred Geometry," taking attendees on a journey through the Ardèche region and to megalithic sites in England.
• Strasbourg: Meetings have been temporarily suspended due to the organizer's relocation to Orléans. Resumption is planned for September.
• Grenoble (April 2, 2009): Gildas Bourdais will present his new book and discuss the Roswell incident. The event will be held at Restaurant "Le Dix Vins."
• Bordeaux (April 3, 2009): The Bordeaux Ufological Meetings, organized by Alexis Ropital, will feature various themes and guest speakers. The meeting is scheduled at the Cafeteria of Saint Médard in the Leclerc Commercial Center.
• Toulon (April 4, 2009): The program has changed due to the health of Guy Tarade, who will not be able to attend.
• Albi (April 4, 2009): Meetings are now held at RESTAU MARCHE. Serge Perronnet will discuss recent cases related to the November 5, 1990 event.
• Jura (April 3, 2009): Meetings in Lons Le Saunier or Champagnole will feature telephone interviews with prominent French ufologists and organized audio conferences.
• Clermont-Ferrand (April 3, 2009): Following a successful first meeting, a second one is planned, including information exchange, current events, and witness testimonies.
• Toulouse (March 11, 2009): A successful meeting with Gildas Bourdais, attended by about a hundred people, focused on the Roswell crash.
• Toulouse (April 15, 2009): The next Toulouse Ufological Meeting is announced.

Articles and Features

The Paradox of Fermi: The article delves into Enrico Fermi's famous question: "If extraterrestrials exist, where are they?" It explores the Drake equation and Fermi's hypothesis of an exponentially expanding extraterrestrial civilization colonizing the galaxy.

Crop Circles and Sacred Geometry: M. Jean Cheynel's presentation will cover his expertise in crop circles and megalithic sites, taking attendees on a virtual journey to the Ardèche and Southern England.

LE CRASH DE ROSWELL: Enquête inédite: Gildas Bourdais's new book is presented, offering an "unprecedented investigation" into the Roswell UFO crash, described as a "top secret" dossier. The book is 390 pages and published by LE TEMPS PRESENT.

Archéo-Ufologie: Gilbert Attard will present on archéo-ufology at the Bordeaux meeting.

Investigator Training: The 'Campus Ufologique' offers online training for UFO investigators. The article stresses the need for proper training due to the poor quality of many reported testimonies and the difficulty of conducting investigations without experience. The course will be available as a PDF, DVD, and printed version, with a planned summer release.

Radioactivity Detector: The newsletter highlights the utility of a radioactivity detector at UFO landing sites, citing examples like Île de la Réunion (1968) and Rendlesham (1980) where radioactivity levels were reportedly high. CRIIRAD is mentioned as an association providing information and training on radioactivity.

British UFO Archives Released: The article discusses the release of new documents from British national archives concerning UFO sightings. It notes that this is not the first time such archives have been made public and criticizes media coverage for often presenting it as new information, sometimes inaccurately.

London UFO Photo: A photo of four UFOs taken by Dereck Burden in London in November 2008 is featured. The article discusses potential explanations, including light reflections and digital anomalies, and calls for rigorous investigation rather than quick, speculative conclusions.

• Obituaries: The newsletter reports the deaths of two significant figures in ufology:
• Patrice Roger: Founder of the Sentinelle group in 1996, he was a dedicated ufologist whose magazine 'Sentinelle News' published many interesting articles and investigations. He passed away after a long illness.
• Howard Menger: Known as a contactee, he claimed to have encountered extraterrestrials from a young age. He published books on his experiences and was well-known in the ufology community. Information is available on his website.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes local 'Repas Ufologiques' meetings as platforms for discussion, information sharing, and witness testimony. There is a strong emphasis on the need for serious, scientific investigation into UFO phenomena, encouraging participants to share their knowledge and experiences. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, critical analysis of media reports, and support for ufological research and training. The newsletter also highlights the importance of community and collaboration within the ufology movement, encouraging active participation and the formation of local teams.

The publication itself is presented as a means to disseminate information and foster connections within the ufology community, with a clear call for contributions and feedback from readers.