UFO Allehenda - 2006 No 1

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-Allehanda
Issue: Nr 1 2006
Publisher: Enköping-Sala UFO-förening
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish

This issue of UFO-Allehanda, the member magazine for the Enköping-Sala UFO-förening, provides updates on the organization's activities, UFO reports, and personal reflections on paranormal phenomena. The magazine is published three times a year and aims to keep members informed.

Organization and Contact Information

The Enköping-Sala UFO-förening has a clubhouse located at 'the little red cottage' near the E-18 highway junction, also known as Ullundakorset. Membership fees can be paid to the organization's postgiro account. Contact details for the chairman, Anita Andersson, and secretary, Mats Nilsson, are provided, along with an email address.

Editorial and Personal Reflections

Mats, the secretary, expresses his dislike for winter and his desire to move to a warmer climate. He takes on the responsibility of handling UFO-Raden/Rapport-Nytt, a publication that briefly covers UFO reports and general club information. He also mentions that Gunnar Karlsson has become the new treasurer for UFO-Sverige, taking over from Irre Bredin. Mats notes that the magazine has a new design due to his new computer, which has required him to recreate elements from scratch.

He announces the upcoming annual meeting on Wednesday, March 15th. He also shares a tip for dealing with mice: using bowls of vinegar.

Ivar's Column

Ivar shares his thoughts on the Christmas season and his participation in a market event. He describes seeing a cloud formation that resembled a UFO. He also touches upon personal matters, including becoming a grandfather to a girl named Astrid and his unusual connections with wild animals like a hare named Harold and an elk named Hälga. He believes these animals may be trying to warn about environmental destruction, citing the example of cows near power lines being unable to conceive. He mentions a growing organization for those affected by radiation and expresses concern about the impact of technology like TVs, computers, and mobile phones.

New UFO Contact Person

Clas Svahn is introduced as the new UFO contact person for FOI (Försvarets forskningsinstitut), taking over from Karsten Jöred in March. The transition involves the transfer of responsibilities for handling public UFO questions and observations. The new contact person's identity will be revealed in due course.

Personal Anecdotes and Military Service

Mats recounts receiving a thank-you letter from the Supreme Commander (ÖB) Håkan Syrén, acknowledging his 47th birthday and his no longer being subject to military service obligations. He reflects on this period of his life.

UFO Reports from Enköping

Torstuna 27/10-04: Alexander observed a strong, stationary orange-yellow light moving slowly and silently towards Torstuna. He alerted his friend Jonas, and they attempted to track the object.

Gånsta 20/3-05: Two youths saw a large, satellite-like object with numerous lights moving about 600 meters in front of them. The object emitted a low hum and changed shape, appearing oval and moving in an unusual, jerky path.

Romberga 8/8-05: A man reported seeing five orange-glowing objects moving in formation. These were later identified as UFO balloons, described as small hot air balloons that move with the wind and whose lights vary in intensity.

UFO-föreningen Activities

Annual Meeting: A call for the annual meeting is issued for Wednesday, March 15th, at 18:00. Following the meeting, light refreshments will be served.

Carnival: Arnold Idebring recalls the UFO-föreningen's participation in a carnival in 1980, where they built a spaceship named 'Mintaka'. He describes the construction process and the challenges involved. The organization also participated in another carnival by creating an exhibition at the Tingshuset.

Brazil Recognizes UFOs as a Problem

A meeting took place between representatives of the Brazilian Air Force and leading ufologists in Brasilia. The Air Force acknowledged that they have been systematically observing and registering UFO phenomena since 1954 and shared documentation on three previously classified cases. They recognized UFO research as a serious subject and committed to open collaboration with ufologists.

Out-of-Body Experiences and Consciousness

Camilla Persson writes about out-of-body experiences (OBEs) and the scientific investigation of such phenomena. She argues that proving the existence of consciousness independent of the physical body would be a monumental event, surpassing major scientific discoveries. She discusses the interest of consciousness research institutes in individuals with OBEs and her own experiences, which led to a 'collapse' of her previous worldview in 1986. She mentions that her second book, 'Resan inåt i kontakt med det översinnliga' (Journey Inward in Contact with the Supernatural), is set to be released in late March 2006, exploring human consciousness and paranormal abilities.

UFO-Sverige Activities in Värmland

UFO-Sverige conducted two projects in Värmland investigating past UFO cases, including 'ghost flyers'. These projects were well-received by the local population and the press, leading to the decision to hold the next UFO-Sverige general assembly in Karlstad, Värmland.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently covers UFO sightings and related research, with a focus on reports from Sweden. It also highlights the activities and community aspects of the Enköping-Sala UFO-förening. Personal accounts of paranormal experiences, such as out-of-body experiences, are featured, suggesting an open-minded approach to phenomena that challenge conventional scientific understanding. The magazine also touches upon environmental concerns and the societal impact of technology. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry and information sharing within the UFO community.