UFORC of Pennsylvania - 2013 05

Magazine Overview

Title: The Pennsylvania Encounter
Issue: Newsletter #35
Date: May 2013
Publisher: UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania
Type: Newsletter

This issue of The Pennsylvania Encounter, the monthly newsletter of the UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania (UFORCOP), dated May 2013, covers a range of topics related to UFO research, paranormal investigations, and cryptozoology.

Table of Contents and Key Sections

The newsletter begins with a welcome message and a detailed table of contents, outlining the various articles and sections included:

• Book of the month: "The Roswell Legacy" by Jesse Marcel, Jr.
• Website of the Month: www.paranexus.org
• UFORCOP News: General updates from the organization.
• UFORCOP Mobile Units: Information about their two fully equipped mobile research units stationed in Eastern and Western Pennsylvania.
• UFORCOP Search Team Field Investigation Locations: Details on where the search teams operate.
• Regional Groups: Listings and contact information for various affiliated research groups, including:
• Florida Research Group
• Missouri Investigators Group
• UFO Skywatching, Poland
• Georgia Abduction Research
• Oklahoma UFO Research
• Northern California UFO Studies Group
• Northeast Florida Ufology Research Group
• Paranormal Tips: Advice or information related to paranormal phenomena.
• Information for the UFO and Paranormal Researcher: Resources for those involved in research.
• Cryptozoology Information: Content related to the study of hidden or unknown animals.
• Pennsylvania Sightings Monthly Report: A summary of reported sightings in Pennsylvania.
• 2013 Conference Schedule: Information on upcoming conferences.

It is noted that the site is not associated with MUFON Pennsylvania or MUFON International.

UFORCOP Operations and Research Focus

The newsletter elaborates on UFORCOP's mission: to research case reports submitted on the UFO phenomenon, paranormal events, crypto-zoology creature sightings, and Alien Abduction cases. They explicitly state they do not comment on the investigative or research results of other groups or individuals. Researchers are available for present or historical cases in Pennsylvania and other states, with contact via email to [email protected]. The organization utilizes two fully equipped mobile units for rapid response to reports within Pennsylvania.

Reporting a UFO Sighting

Instructions are provided for reporting a UFO sighting. Interested individuals are asked to send an email or use the website's contact form, providing their name, contact phone number or email, date and time of the event, event location (city, county, state), a brief description of the sighting, the number of witnesses, how close they were to the object, and any details about the object's shape or appearance. They are also encouraged to attach photos, drawings, video, or EVP recordings. All information submitted is considered strictly confidential.

Contact Information and Field Trips

Contact details are provided for various regional groups and for the main homepage (www.paufosearch.com). Butch Witkowski can be reached at [email protected] for Pennsylvania-related inquiries. The newsletter also lists upcoming field trips for the search team in 2013, including locations such as North Carolina, Western PA, West Virginia, Northeastern PA, Florida, Delaware, Kecksburg PA II, and Missouri.

Investigations in Progress

A section titled "INVESTIGATIONS IN PROGRESS" details ongoing and scheduled field trips and investigations. These include:

• Human Mutilations – IN PROGRESS
• Todd Sees Mystery – IN PROGRESS
• Kecksburg UFO / Fireball Incident – IN PROGRESS
• Brown Mountain Lights II – SCHEDULED for 2013
• Bigfoot in Pennsylvania – SCHEDULED for 2013
• Gettysburg Battlefield – SCHEDULED for 2013
• Alien Abduction – IN PROGRESS
• Cattle Mutilation – NO REPORTS
• Strange Creature Reports – NO REPORTS
• Paranormal Activity in PA – IN PROGRESS
• Demonology in Pennsylvania – IN PROGRESS
• Missouri UFO Sightings – SCHEDULED for 2013

A silhouette image of the UFORCOP Search Team is featured.

Joining UFORCOP

The final pages highlight the various regional branches of UFORCOP, including Florida, Missouri, Poland, Georgia, Northeast Florida, Oklahoma, Northern California, and UFORCOP Cold Case Unit. The organization describes itself as a group of dedicated investigators and researchers with varied backgrounds, sharing knowledge to enhance investigative capabilities. They offer a website reaching across the United States and foreign countries, utilizing databases and a photo lab. A monthly newsletter and direct contact for receiving reports are available. Interested individuals are encouraged to contact [email protected] to join.

Featured Content

• Florida Research Group: Their next meeting is not scheduled for May due to the Conference Schedule. Contact is [email protected].
• New Book: "The Alien Abduction Files" by Kathleen Marden and Denise Stoner is featured. Autographed copies can be ordered via email to [email protected] for $16.00, including shipping.
• Missouri Investigators Group (MIG): Founded in 2000, MIG aims to provide a reporting venue for unusual events in Missouri, with representatives in all 115 counties. Director Barbara Becker states their investigations include UFO, Animal Mutilation, Bigfoot, Crop Circle, and Abduction reports. Contact is [email protected]. They emphasize that all information is kept confidential.
• UFO Skywatching, Poland: This section asks if readers have photographed or videoed anything strange and provides an email address ([email protected]) for submissions.
• Georgia Abduction Research: This section defines the abduction phenomenon, describing "memories of being taken against one's will by apparently nonhuman entities" and subjected to procedures. Abductees are called "abductees" or "experiencers." Typical claims involve medical examinations, warnings against environmental abuse and nuclear weapons. Encounters can be terrifying, pleasurable, or transformative. Contact for abduction experiences is [email protected].

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO investigations, paranormal phenomena, cryptozoology, and alien abductions. The editorial stance is one of active research and investigation, encouraging public participation in reporting sightings and contributing to their knowledge base. The organization emphasizes its self-funded nature and commitment to confidentiality in its investigative processes. There is a clear focus on regional and national collaboration through its various branches and a desire to uncover the truth about unexplained phenomena.

This issue of UFO Research (Issue 11) focuses on various individuals and organizations involved in UFO and paranormal investigations across the United States. It highlights research groups, specific case studies, and intriguing phenomena, alongside a fictional work related to the subject.

Featured Researchers and Organizations

Ann Castle: Introduced as an active, certified UFO Investigator with over 20 years of experience. She is also a talented clairvoyant specializing in aura reading and remote viewing. Castle collaborates with law enforcement on criminal investigations and has authored a novel titled "Captured Souls," which explores her interests in UFOs and missing persons. Her website is www.aurareadings.com.

Oklahoma UFO Research Group: Headed by William Hood, this group investigates UFO activity and Cattle Mutilations in Oklahoma. They research both historical and present-day cases. William Hood has over twenty years of experience in investigating the phenomenon and possesses a military and security background. Individuals with historical sightings or cases can contact William at [email protected].

Northern California Studies Group: This newest affiliate is directed by Devlin Rugne, a long-time and respected UFO researcher. The group encourages reporting of strange aerial or ground phenomena in Northern California. Contact can be made via email at [email protected]. A map of Northern California is included, detailing various regions.

UFORCOP Cold Case Unit: Based in Pennsylvania, this unit comprises independent investigators and researchers who are reopening and reviewing unsolved cases in Ufology, Crypto Zoology, and the Paranormal across multiple states. Cases of interest include: The Todd Sees Case (Northumberland, PA), The Kecksburg Incident (Kecksburg, PA), The Brown Mountain Lights (Morganton, NC), and The Dyatlov Pass Incident (Dyatlov Pass, RU). The unit notes that many questions remain unanswered regarding these cases, with timelines, evidence, and witness statements suggesting more complex truths. Information on these cases can be directed to [email protected]. A strong emphasis is placed on the confidentiality of all information.

Institute of Frontier Science (IFS): Founded and led by Steven S. Bass, the IFS offers opportunities for individuals involved in writing or reporting on Ufology, as well as seasoned researchers. Steven S. Bass is described as well-known and respected within the Ufology community. The Institute is characterized as an "elite fellowship of highly experienced and knowledgeable specialists in the scientific field of Ufology." IFS aims to uncover truths within the UFO genre and educate those unfamiliar with the subject. The organization is building its foundation and encourages people to join this "rewarding and educational venture into the science of Ufology." Contact is available at [email protected].

Paranormal Focus

Pennsylvania Paranormal: The issue notes a significant increase in paranormal groups, with 335 in Pennsylvania (up from 262 in 2012) and 300 in surrounding states actively investigating in Pennsylvania (up from 240 in 2012).

Ghost Caught on Camera?: A section discusses a photo taken by Marcella Davis on her cell phone, which appears to show a ghost wearing a pink Seventies-style suit, accompanied by a less visible female companion. The apparition and companion were only noticed when her daughter used the zoom function on the photos later. The article questions whether this is a genuine sighting or the result of using a popular app like "GhostCam."

Legends and Locations

Pennsylvania Legends - Hoop Snakes: This section delves into the folklore of the Pennsylvania hoop snake, described as a long creature with varying colors that grabs its tail in its mouth and rolls like a hoop. It is said to possess a poison stinger on its tail. A story is recounted of a man encountering a hoop snake while hoeing in his field, where the snake's tail struck his hoe, and it died before sundown after getting into a "scrap."

Best Clear-Dark Locations For A Skywatch In Pennsylvania: A map highlights several locations in Pennsylvania suitable for skywatching, including Cherry Springs, Walter Dam, SGL 110, Fowlers Hollow, Pine Grove Furnace, and French Creek. The issue also directs readers to www.sightingsreport.com for up-to-date sighting reports from various states, including Pennsylvania, Florida, Missouri, Oklahoma, Northeast Florida, Georgia, and Northern California.

Information for Researchers

A graphic titled "INFORMATION for the UFO and PARANORMAL RESEARCHER" is presented, suggesting resources and guidance for those in the field.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO research, paranormal investigations, cold case analysis, and local legends. The editorial stance appears to be one of encouraging investigation, reporting, and the sharing of information within the UFO and paranormal communities, while also acknowledging the need for rigorous review of evidence and the potential for both genuine phenomena and hoaxes or misinterpretations. There is a clear emphasis on the ongoing nature of research and the importance of collaboration.

This issue of UFORCOP magazine, dated April 2013, delves into various unexplained phenomena, with a strong focus on Bigfoot, UFOs, and cryptozoology, particularly within Pennsylvania. The issue includes news items, reports on significant events, personal accounts, and requests for reader assistance in ongoing research.

In the News: Bigfoot and UFOs

The "IN THE NEWS" section on page 21 presents a dichotomy regarding Bigfoot. A "well-known University Professor" is quoted stating, "The evidence is overwhelming, we have an UNKNOWN primate" in regards to Bigfoot. This is followed by a response from UFORCOP questioning the evidence. The same advertisement also features a "Western Pennsylvania Researcher" claiming, "Finally we find the link between UFOs and Bigfoot." UFORCOP questions if this link suggests Bigfoot is an alien, contrasting with the professor's view. The segment concludes by referencing the old TV series "Six Million Dollar Man" and its episode "The Alien Bigfoot," promising further updates on presented and proven evidence.

Citizen Hearing On Disclosure

Pages 22 and 23 report on the "Citizen Hearing On Disclosure" held in Washington, DC, from April 29 to May 3, 2013. This event, organized by Steve Bassett, is described as the "most important UFO event for Investigators and Researchers ever." Witnesses presented evidence of an extraterrestrial presence before former members of Congress, aiming to end the "Truth Embargo." The mainstream media coverage was noted as "disappointing but expected."

Chem-Trails? Or Rod's?

Page 22 features a photograph with the caption "CHEM.-TRAILS? Or ROD'S?" The image, taken by professional photographer Gabriel Bouys in Italy, shows blurred light trails attributed to seagulls gliding through the night sky during a long-exposure shot. The text explains that the seagull's flight paths are illuminated due to the amount of light absorbed by the camera lens.

Obituary: Dr. Vladimir Rubtsov

An obituary on page 23 announces the passing of Dr. Vladimir Rubtsov on May 6, 2013, at the age of 63. Dr. Rubtsov is remembered as the "prime investigator and expert of the Tunguska Mystery for more than 35 years."

Near Miss Incident

Also on page 23, a "NEAR MISS..." report details an incident on December 2nd where pilots of an Airbus A320 flying above Baillieston, UK, at 4,000ft reported seeing a blue and yellow object "loom ahead" as they descended. The object passed directly beneath the aircraft at an estimated distance of 300ft, described as "bigger than a balloon" with a small frontal area. The UK Airprox Board, which investigated the near-miss, was unable to establish what the crew had seen, and there was no radar contact.

Crypto-Zoology Information in Pennsylvania

Pages 24 and 25 focus on "CRYPTO-ZOOLOGY INFORMATION IN PENNSYLVANIA." The magazine solicits information on sightings of various creatures including Panthers, Mountain lions, Cougars, Thunderbirds, Large Snakes, Strange Creatures, and Bigfoot. Contact information for three researchers is provided: [email protected], [email protected], and [email protected]. A quote, "Extraordinary claims require extraordinary proof that they are true," is featured. The "Most Reported Creatures in Pennsylvania" include Cougar, Coyote, Wolf, Bear, Bald Eagle, and Blue Heron. The "Least Reported Creatures" are Bigfoot and Thunderbirds. Notably, there were "No reports in 2013" for Bigfoot and Creature Reports. Furthermore, the magazine states, "There has never been a report of a Cattle Mutilation in the State of Pennsylvania that can be located or verified."

Bigfoot Evidence Found?

Page 26 presents "BIGFOOT EVIDENCE FOUND?" with two images. The first shows what appears to be a decomposed foot found by boys in the woods in Lakeville, Massachusetts, on March 29, 2013. The police report suggests it might be a misidentified Black Bear Paw. The second image is a clear illustration of a "BLACK BEAR" paw skeleton.

Request For Assistance

Pages 27 and 28 contain a "Request For Assistance" from UFORCOP. They are seeking information to expand their database on ritualistic incidents, including crimes, cult encounters, animal or human sacrifice, and suspected ritual grounds. Researchers will contact individuals with permission. They are also looking for reports of mysterious lights or UFO sightings near nuclear power plants, military bases, or airport facilities. Information on Cattle Mutilations and UFO activity in Oklahoma is requested via William Hood ([email protected]). Reports of Paranormal Activity near Indian Burial Grounds in Pennsylvania are also sought. Additionally, UFORCOP is looking for photographs of Military Trucks and Equipment, along with personnel, from the Kecksburg / Fireball Incident of December 9, 1965, in Mount Pleasant Township, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. They are also seeking seasoned independent researchers for their "Cold Case Unit" (CCU).

Pennsylvania Sightings Report - April 2013

Page 28 provides the "PENNSYLVANIA SIGHTINGS REPORT APRIL 2013," stating there were a total of 61 sightings reports filed for the month. A comprehensive list of "REPORTING COUNTIES" in Pennsylvania is provided, followed by a "PENNSYLVANIA COUNTY MAP" on page 29, illustrating these counties. The reports are compiled from four different databases, with duplicates removed.

Upcoming Conferences 2013

Pages 29 and 30 list "UPCOMING CONFERENCES 2013." This includes "UFO CONFERENCE" events such as the "INTERNATIONAL UFO CONGRESS" (Completed), "UFOCON May 11" (Completed), "Roswell UFO Conference JULY 5 - 7," and "New England UFO Conference Oct. 25 - 26." It also lists "PARANORMAL CONFERENCE" events like "Grey Ghost Para Con" (Completed) and "Texas Para Unity Fest" (Completed).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are Bigfoot, UFO sightings, and other unexplained phenomena, with a particular emphasis on investigations and research within Pennsylvania. The editorial stance appears to be one of active investigation and information gathering, as evidenced by the "Request For Assistance" section and the detailed reporting of sightings and events. There is a clear interest in linking different types of unexplained phenomena, such as UFOs and Bigfoot, and in uncovering evidence related to government secrecy or "Truth Embargoes."

This document comprises pages 31-38 of a publication from the UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania, dated between 2009-2013, with specific content likely from 2013 given the conference listings. The publication focuses on UFOs, paranormal events, cryptozoology, and the concept of government disclosure.

Conference Listings

Pages 31 and 32 provide extensive listings of paranormal and cryptozoology conferences scheduled for 2013. These include:

• Haunted America Conference (June 21-22)
• Afterlife Awareness (June 21-23)
• WINNEPEG PARACON (July 12-14)
• Mid-South Paranormal Convention (August 2-3-4)
• PARACON on the Lakeshore (August 4)
• IPRG GHOST CONFERENCE (August 9-11)
• MI PARACON (August 10-11)
• Pensacola PARACON (August 17-18)
• SCAREFEST (September 13-15)
• Midwest Paranormal Conference (August 24-25)
• PARA UNITY Con (October 18-19-20)
• LOW COUNTRY Paracon (October 18-19-20)

A dedicated section for the "CRYPTO ZOOLOGY CONFERENCE" lists several completed events:

• Southeastern Bigfoot Conference
• 25th Annual Bigfoot Conference
• Ohio Bigfoot Conference
• Honobia Bigfoot Conference
• Chautauqua Lake Bigfoot Expo
• Creature Weekend

Additional listings include:

• Oklahoma Bigfoot Symposium (October 5-6)
• Mothman Festival (September 21-23)

Under the "OTHER" category, "World Disclosure Day" is noted for July 8.

World Disclosure Day

Pages 34 and 35 heavily promote "World Disclosure Day" on July 8th. The concept is presented as a significant event that "WILL CHANGE EVERYTHING" across various sectors including religion, science, politics, law, media, government, academia, the military, and world culture. The call to "END THE TRUTH EMBARGO!" is prominent, with a quote stating, "It's not just about lights in the sky; it's about lies on the ground."

Human Interactions with Unknown Beings

Page 33 poses the question, "WHAT IF ANY ARE THE HUMAN INTERACTIONS WITH UNKNOWN BEINGS?", accompanied by an image of an alien face with the text "BENEVOLENT OR MALEVOLENT?", suggesting a focus on the nature of encounters with non-human intelligence.

Roswell Incident

Page 32 includes a scanned clipping from the "Roswell Daily Record" with the headline "RAAF Captures Flying Saucer On Ranch in Roswell Region." This highlights the enduring significance of the Roswell incident in UFO lore.

UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania Operations

Page 36 features a photograph of Butch Witkowski, identified as the Director of the UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania and a Member of the Institute of Frontier Science. The page includes a quote: "When all the evidence says it is true and none says it is false, it is true." It also thanks the reader for their interest and provides the website www.paufosearch.com, noting a copyright from 2009-2013.

Pages 37 and 38 detail the "UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania Mobile Unit Locations" with maps of Pennsylvania and the United States showing affiliate group locations. Page 38 specifically maps "UFORCOP AFFILIATE LOCATION POLAND" and includes a "DISCLAIMER" stating that UFORCOP provides its website as a service and is not responsible for damages arising from the use of information, nor for the accuracy or content of linked third-party sites. It clarifies that links do not constitute an endorsement.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes are UFOs, paranormal phenomena, cryptozoology (particularly Bigfoot), government secrecy, and the push for disclosure. The editorial stance is clearly in favor of transparency and seeking the truth about these subjects, as indicated by the title "WE SEEK THE TRUTH" and the strong statements about ending censorship and truth embargoes. The publication acts as a hub for information on conferences and related organizations within the UFO and paranormal community.