UFORC of Pennsylvania - 2013 07

Magazine Overview

Title: The Pennsylvania Encounter
Issue: #37
Date: July 2013
Publisher: UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania (UFORCOP)
Document Type: Newsletter

This issue of The Pennsylvania Encounter, the monthly newsletter of the UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania (UFORCOP), provides an overview of the organization's activities, research areas, and regional groups. The newsletter is dedicated to investigating UFO phenomena, paranormal events, cryptozoology, and alien abductions.

Table of Contents and Key Sections

The newsletter features a detailed Table of Contents, outlining various articles and sections:

• Book of the Month: "The Quickening" by Art Bell.
• Website of the Month: www.nyufo.bravesites.com.
• UFORCOP News: General updates and information.
• UFORCOP Mobile Units: Information about their two fully equipped mobile units stationed in Eastern and Western Pennsylvania, capable of covering reports within a few hours.
• UFORCOP Search Team Field Investigation Locations: Lists upcoming field trips for the search team in 2013, including locations like North Carolina, Western PA, West Virginia, North Eastern PA, Florida, Delaware, Kecksburg PA, and Missouri.
• Regional Groups: Several affiliated research groups are highlighted, each with contact information:
• Florida Research Group (Contact: [email protected])
• Missouri Investigators Group (Contact: [email protected])
• Georgia Abduction Research (Contact: [email protected])
• Oklahoma UFO Research (Contact: [email protected])
• Northern California UFO Studies Group (Contact: [email protected])
• UFO Skywatching, Poland (Contact: [email protected])
• Northeast Florida Ufology Research Group (Contact: [email protected])
• Report a Sighting: Instructions on how to report a UFO sighting, requesting details such as name, contact information, date and time, location, description, number of witnesses, object appearance, and any attached media.
• Investigations in Progress: A list of ongoing investigations, including:
• Human Mutilations – IN PROGRESS
• Todd Sees Mystery - IN PROGRESS
• Kecksburg UFO / Fireball Incident - IN PROGRESS
• Alien Abduction – IN PROGRESS
• Paranormal Activity in PA – IN PROGRESS
• Demonology in Pennsylvania – IN PROGRESS
• Scheduled Field Trips: Investigations scheduled for 2013:
• Brown Mountain Lights II – SCHEDULED for 2013
• Bigfoot in Pennsylvania – SCHEDULED for 2013
• Gettysburg Battlefield – SCHEDULED for 2013
• Missouri UFO Sightings – SCHEDULED for 2013
• No Reports: Cattle Mutilation and Strange Creature Reports currently have no reported cases.
• Paranormal Tips: General advice or information related to paranormal phenomena.
• Information for the UFO and Paranormal Researcher: Resources and guidance for researchers.
• Crypto-zoology Information: Information related to the study of hidden or unknown animals.
• Pennsylvania Sightings Monthly Report: A report detailing UFO sightings within Pennsylvania for the month.

UFORCOP Mission and Operations

UFORCOP is described as a group of dedicated investigators and researchers seeking the truth. They share diverse backgrounds and extensive experience in Ufology, Abduction, Cryptozoology, and the Paranormal. The organization aims to enhance investigative capabilities through the sharing of research, resources, and knowledge. They maintain a website that reaches across the United States and internationally, utilizing databases and a photo lab. UFORCOP emphasizes that they are self-funded and do not accept donations, nor do they charge fees for research or investigations. Their contact email for general inquiries and joining the organization is [email protected].

Specific Research Areas

Alien Abduction

The newsletter defines alien abduction as "memories of being taken against one's will by apparently nonhuman entities, and subjected to complex physical and psychological procedures." Individuals who claim to have been abducted are referred to as "abductees" or "experiencers." Common claims include forced medical examinations, particularly concerning the reproductive system. Some abductees report warnings about environmental abuse and nuclear weapons. While often terrifying, some experiences are described as pleasurable or transformative. Contact for abduction experiences is directed to [email protected].

Missouri Investigators Group (MIG)

Founded in 2000, MIG provides a reporting venue for witnesses of unusual events in Missouri. Their goal is to establish representatives in all 115 Missouri counties to create a reporting network. MIG investigates UFO, Animal Mutilation, Bigfoot, Crop Circle, and Abduction reports. They are based in Columbia, Missouri, and their website is http://ufomig.yolasite.com. They encourage individuals in Oregon County who have experienced anything unusual to contact them via email at [email protected] or through their website's online report form. All submitted information is kept confidential.

UFO Skywatching, Poland

This section invites individuals who have photographed or videoed something strange, specifically a UFO or a strange object, to send their findings via email to [email protected].

Florida Research Group

The Florida Research Group's next meeting was scheduled to be cancelled for July. Contact information is provided as [email protected].

New Book Release

A new book titled "The Alien Abduction Files: The Most Startling Cases of Human-Alien Contact Ever Reported" by Kathleen Marden and Denise Stoner is featured. Autographed copies can be ordered by emailing [email protected] for $16.00, which includes shipping.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the investigation of unexplained phenomena, including UFOs, alien abductions, paranormal activity, and cryptozoology. The editorial stance is one of open inquiry and research, encouraging public participation in reporting sightings and experiences. UFORCOP positions itself as a credible, self-funded organization dedicated to uncovering the truth, distinct from other groups like MUFON Pennsylvania or MUFON International. The newsletter serves as a platform for sharing information, coordinating investigations, and connecting researchers and witnesses across various regions.

This document appears to be a newsletter or a section from a larger publication, likely focused on UFOs, paranormal phenomena, and local legends. The issue number is '11' and the year is indicated as '2009'. The content is primarily in English and focuses on various research groups and individual investigators.

Featured Organizations and Investigators

Northeast Florida UFO Research Group Ann Castle is introduced as a certified UFO Investigator with over 20 years of experience. She is also a clairvoyant specializing in aura reading and remote viewing, and collaborates with law enforcement on criminal investigations. Her interests in UFOs and missing persons led her to write the novel, 'Captured Souls'. 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 current cases. William Hood has over twenty years of experience and a military and security background. Contact is invited via email at [email protected].

Northern California Studies Group Devlin Rugne, a respected UFO researcher, directs this affiliate. The group covers various areas in Northern California, including the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento Area, North Central Valley, Central Coast, South Central Valley, South Coast, Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino, and San Diego/Imperial regions. A comprehensive list of counties covered is provided, including Alameda, San Benito, Humbolt, Modoc, San Mateo, Lassen, Trinity, Glenn, Amador, Calaveras, Plumas, Shasta, Monterey, Contra Costa, Santa Clara, Siskiyou, Tuolmne, Mono, Mariposa, Alpine, Napa, Yolo, Sonoma, Marin, San Francisco, Solano, Lake, Del Norte, San Joaquin, Sacramento, Fresno, Stanislaus, Merced, El Dorado, Placer, Nevada, Yuba, Butte, Tehama, Sutter, Mendocino, Colusa, Madera, Sierra, and Santa Cruz. Contact is via email at [email protected].

UFOCop Cold Case Unit Based in Pennsylvania, this unit comprises independent investigators and researchers who reopen and review 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), The Dyatlov Pass Incident (Dyaltov Pass, RU), and Strange Creatures in Westmoreland County, PA. They seek pertinent information via email at [email protected], emphasizing that all information is strictly confidential.

Institute of Frontier Science Founded and led by Steven S. Bass, this institute offers opportunities for those involved in Ufology research. It aims to educate the public on the UFO genre and uncover truths. Steven S. Bass is described as well-known and respected in the Ufology community. The institute is presented as an 'elite fellowship' of experienced specialists. Contact is via email at [email protected].

Paranormal and Legends

Paranormal Tips A graphic with the text 'PARANORMAL TIPS' is presented, featuring a ghostly figure and gravestones.

Pennsylvania Paranormal: Carbon County Jailhouse Handprint This section recounts the legend of a handprint in Cell 17 of the Carbon County Jail from the late 1800s. The story involves the Molly Maguire's, coal barons, and a prisoner who proclaimed his innocence before being executed. His handprint allegedly remained on the wall, reappearing even after attempts to remove it, and is said to persist to this day.

Pennsylvania Legends: Phantom Drummer Retold by S. E. Schlosser, this legend describes Colonel Howell of the British Army falling in love with Ruth, the daughter of Farmer Jarrett, near Valley Forge. A phantom drummer appears, warning Howell of impending events. Howell marries Ruth and deserts the British army, but is captured and shot for desertion. At the moment of his death, Ruth hears the phantom drum again. The legend suggests the phantom drummer has appeared for three generations to warn the family of changes in fortune.

UFO Sightings and Research Resources

Best Clear-Dark Locations For A Skywatch In Pennsylvania A map of Pennsylvania highlights several locations for skywatching, including Cherry Springs, Walter Dam, SGL 110, Fowlers Hollow, Pine Grove Furnace, and French Creek. These are presented as prime spots for observing the night sky.

UFO Sightings Report This section promotes the website www.sightingsreport.com, which provides up-to-date sightings reports from Pennsylvania, Florida, Missouri, Oklahoma, Northeast Florida, Georgia, and Northern California.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFOs, paranormal phenomena, cryptozoology, and local legends, with a particular focus on Pennsylvania. The editorial stance appears to be one of promoting research, investigation, and the sharing of information within these fields, encouraging public participation and the exploration of unexplained events. There is an emphasis on uncovering truths and reviewing cold cases.

This issue of "In The News" (Issue 21, dated July 2013) primarily focuses on debunking claims of Bigfoot's existence through DNA evidence and highlights various upcoming conferences related to UFOs, paranormal phenomena, and cryptozoology.

Journalist Tests Purported Bigfoot Feces Sample

The lead story details how Houston Chronicle reporter Eric Berger investigated claims made by Texas veterinarian Melba Ketchum, who asserted she had collected Bigfoot droppings and used DNA tests to prove the existence of the mythical creature. Berger had a sample of these purported droppings tested by a top geneticist in Houston. The results, published in "In The News," indicated that the sample contained mostly opossum DNA, along with traces from other forest animals, and no evidence of Bigfoot or any human hominid.

Ketchum had previously released her findings in her self-published "DeNovo Scientific Journal," charging $30 for access, a move criticized by Berger as unscientific. Berger argued that if Ketchum's evidence were credible, she would have collaborated with reputable scientists and published in a peer-reviewed journal. He expressed initial excitement at the prospect of a groundbreaking discovery but ultimately concluded that rational science indicated the sample was merely remnants from common forest animals.

Ketchum claimed the sample came from a family of ten Bigfoot in northern Michigan, who supposedly left the droppings after eating blueberry bagels. She also claimed her analysis showed Bigfoot DNA to be distant cousins to humans, resulting from a non-human hominid mating with human women approximately 15,000 years ago.

Experiencers Speak II: An Alien Abduction Conference

The magazine announces "Experiencers Speak II," an Alien Abduction Conference scheduled for September 6th-8th, 2013, at the Clarion Hotel in Portland, Maine. The event, presented by Starborn Support, promised first-hand accounts of encounters with otherworldly beings. It featured numerous guests, including Stanton Friedman, Kathleen Marden, Travis Walton, and others. VIP packages were offered, including exclusive access to a meet-and-greet dinner.

Lenticular Clouds: Evidence of an Alien Invasion?

A section titled "Evidence of an Alien Invasion? No" presents a series of photographs of lenticular clouds, describing them as a rare and beautiful phenomenon captured by a Russian photographer. The text clarifies that these are natural atmospheric formations, not evidence of an alien invasion.

Crypto-Zoology Information in Pennsylvania

This section seeks information on sightings of various creatures in Pennsylvania, including Panthers, Mountain lions, Cougars, Thunderbirds, Large Snakes, Strange Creatures, and Bigfoot. It provides email addresses for researchers interested in this data: [email protected], [email protected], and [email protected]. A quote attributed to the section states, "Extraordinary claims require extraordinary proof that they are true."

Further details are provided on reported creatures in Pennsylvania. The most reported creatures include Cougar, Coyote, Wolf, Bear, Bald Eagle, and Blue Heron. Bigfoot and Thunderbirds are listed as the least reported. Notably, there were "No reports in 2013" for Bigfoot & Creature Reports. The section also states, "There has never been a report of a Cattle Mutilation in the State of Pennsylvania that can be located or verified."

Request For Assistance

UFORCOP (Unidentified Flying Object Research Center of Pennsylvania) requests assistance with ongoing research. They are seeking information on ritualistic crimes, cult encounters, animal or human sacrifice, and suspected ritual grounds. They are also looking for reports of mysterious lights or UFO sightings near nuclear power plants, military bases, or airport facilities. Information regarding cattle mutilations and UFO activity in Oklahoma is also requested, to be sent to William Hood. Additionally, UFORCOP is seeking reports of paranormal activity near Indian Burial Grounds or areas where Indigenous peoples encamped in Pennsylvania. They are also looking for photographs of military trucks, equipment, and personnel related to the Kecksburg / Fireball Incident of December 9, 1965, in Mount Pleasant Township, Westmoreland County.

UFORCOP also seeks seasoned independent researchers to join their Cold Case Unit, focusing on aged or unsolved incidents and sightings. Contact information for these requests is provided via email addresses.

Pennsylvania Sightings Report - July 2013

This section presents a report on UFO sightings in Pennsylvania for June 2013. A total of 105 sightings reports were filed. The report lists all reporting counties in Pennsylvania and includes a bar graph showing "2013 UFO Sightings Reports to Date" by month, with June having the highest number of reports (105).

Upcoming Conferences 2013

A comprehensive list of upcoming conferences for 2013 is provided, categorized into UFO Conferences, Paranormal Conferences, and Crypto Zoology Conferences. These include events such as "Contact In The Desert," "KGRA Paracon," "Paradigm Symposium," "Border Zone UFO Festival," "New England UFO Conference," "Wake Up Now Conference," "PARACON on the Lakeshore," "IPRG GHOST CONFERENCE," "MI PARACON," "Pensacola PARACON," "SCAREFEST," "Midwest Paranormal Conference," "PARA UNITY Con," "Oklahoma Bigfoot Symposium," and "Mothman Festival."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the critical examination of paranormal claims, particularly Bigfoot evidence, through scientific investigation. The editorial stance appears to be one of skepticism towards unsubstantiated claims, emphasizing the need for rigorous scientific proof. The magazine also serves as a platform for announcing and promoting events within the UFO, paranormal, and cryptozoology communities, while also actively soliciting information for ongoing research projects. The emphasis on factual reporting, as seen in the debunking of the Bigfoot DNA claims and the presentation of UFO sighting data, suggests a commitment to evidence-based analysis within the context of these subjects.

This document, comprising pages 31-34, appears to be a section from a publication by the UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania, associated with UFORCOP and the website www.paufosearch.com. The content focuses on the profound questions surrounding human interactions with unknown beings and strongly advocates for the end of UFO censorship.

Cover Page (Page 31)

The first page features a striking image of an alien face with the text "BENEVOLENT OR MALEVOLENT?" above it. The main headline poses the question: "WHAT IF ANY ARE THE HUMAN INTERACTIONS WITH UNKNOWN BEINGS?" This sets a tone of inquiry into the nature and implications of potential contact with non-human intelligences.

Thematic Content (Page 32)

Page 32 presents a powerful statement: "ENDING UFO CENSORSHIP WILL CHANGE EVERYTHING." This is followed by a list of societal domains that would be affected, including: RELIGION, SCIENCE, POLITICS, LAW, MEDIA, GOVERNMENT, ACADEMIA, THE MILITARY, and WORLD CULTURE. The page culminates with the imperative "END THE TRUTH EMBARGO!" and a compelling quote: "It's not just about lights in the sky; it's about lies on the ground."

Featured Individual and Call to Action (Page 33)

Page 33 is titled "WE SEEK THE TRUTH" and 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. He is quoted with the statement: “When all the evidence says it is true and none says it is false, it is true.” The page concludes with a "THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST AND SUPPORT" message, directing readers to www.paufosearch.com, and notes the copyright for 2009-2013.

Disclaimer (Page 34)

The final page provides a "DISCLAIMER" from UFORCOP regarding the www.paufosearch.com website. It states that UFORCOP is not responsible for damages arising from the use of or reliance on the information contained within the site, nor for the accuracy or content of external links. While the information is periodically updated, no guarantee of completeness or up-to-dateness is given. It also clarifies that links to third-party sites do not constitute an endorsement.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes are the nature of unknown beings and their interactions with humanity, and the critical importance of ending censorship and embracing truth regarding UFO phenomena. The editorial stance is one of strong advocacy for transparency and disclosure, believing that the revelation of UFO-related truths would have transformative effects across all sectors of society. The publication positions itself as a source seeking and disseminating this truth.