UFORC of Pennsylvania - 2010 12

Magazine Overview

This document is the UFORCOP NEWSLETTER from December 2010, published by the UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania. It serves as a monthly update on Ufology, Paranormal, Cryptozoology, and Abduction news, with a focus on activities within Pennsylvania.

Content Summary

Welcome and Contact Information The newsletter opens with a welcome message, introducing its purpose to provide monthly updates on paranormal investigations in Pennsylvania. It directs readers to the 'Contact Us' page for filing reports or obtaining information, promising a researcher contact within 24 hours. It also mentions a Facebook presence for the organization.

Presentations and Events For those wishing to arrange a presentation for a group, readers are advised to use the 'Contact Us' page or email provided addresses. The newsletter lists upcoming events, noting that there are no scheduled events for December 2010. However, for January 2011, Rick Fisher of the Paranormal Society of Pennsylvania is scheduled to give a presentation at the Lititz Historical Foundation on January 16, 2011, at 2:00 PM. More information can be found at www.paranormalpa.com.

Recommended Websites Several websites are highlighted as 'Sites of the Month': www.flatwoodsmonster.com, www.ozufo.net, and www.readingparanormalsociety.com.

UFORCOP Case Statistics and Membership UFORCOP reports having 12 cases currently under investigation, with plans to display their locations on a website map, categorized by quarters. These numbers include reports from UFORCOP, NUFORC, and MUFON. As of the end of December, UFORCOP has a total of 29 cases, broken down into 26 UFO cases, 3 Cryptozoology cases, and 0 Paranormal cases. They also have 16 open historical cases. The organization is actively seeking new members and provides an email address ([email protected]) for interested individuals to submit their background in relevant investigation fields.

Data and Maps A map of Pennsylvania is included, showing reported sightings for the 4th Quarter of 2010. Statistical data is presented for different quarters of 2010, detailing 'Other reporting groups' alongside UFORCOP's numbers. For Jan-Mar, UFORCOP had 20 cases and other groups had 49. For Apr-Jun, UFORCOP had 15 and others had 74. For Jul-Sep, UFORCOP had 37 and others had 67. For Oct-Dec, UFORCOP had 29 and others had 48. The total cases for UFORCOP are listed as 101, and for 'Other Reporting Groups' as 238.

Future Plans UFORCOP is in the process of establishing affiliate state locations and plans to present a map of these locations in the January 2011 newsletter. Interested individuals can contact [email protected] to have their state represented.

Conferences and Investigations A 'Close Encounters Conference' is in the planning stages for Spring 2011, presented by the UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania, covering Abduction, Cryptozoology, Paranormal, and UFO topics. The organization currently comprises 16 Researchers and 3 Consultants, with plans for expansion. UFORCOP has partnered with UFO Research of North America, UFO Clearinghouse, and the Institute of Frontier Science. The newsletter details ongoing investigations: a paranormal investigation at Bushy Run Battle Field, a search for paranormal experiences at the Gettysburg Battlefield, and a paranormal sweep of the LaPort House and grounds at the French Azilum, with a follow-up trip planned for Spring 2011.

Specific Case Investigations In Cryptozoology, information is sought regarding sightings in the Pine Grove area, including Panthers, Mountain Lions, Cougars, and Thunderbirds, with contact details for Troy Noll and Tim Heckman provided. UFORCOP is actively investigating the Presque Isle Landing Incident and the Carbondale UFO/Lantern Incident, with contact emails for these investigations also listed.

UFOLOGY and Future Publications UFORCOP researchers are working on several papers about various cases and case studies from Pennsylvania, which will be posted on their website. A 'Round Table Conference' is also being planned for the near future, offering an opportunity to interact with experts in Ufology, Paranormal, Abduction, and Cryptozoology.

Abduction Cases Currently, there are no open abduction cases. The newsletter encourages anyone who has seen something strange in Pennsylvania to share their experiences.

Closing Remarks The newsletter concludes with holiday greetings and the motto "NOS PETO VERUM" (We Seek the Truth), followed by a thank you and website address (www.paufosearch.com).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this newsletter are the active investigation of UFO, paranormal, cryptozoological, and abduction phenomena within Pennsylvania. The editorial stance is one of active research, data collection, public engagement, and collaboration with other organizations. UFORCOP positions itself as a dedicated center for seeking and disseminating information on these subjects, encouraging public participation and aiming to expand its reach both within the state and potentially nationwide through affiliate locations. The emphasis is on rigorous investigation and the pursuit of truth, as indicated by their motto.