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Phoenix MUFON

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    Join Us For Our Next Meeting

    Saturday, August 22nd, 2026
    Meeting Time: 12pm - 3pm
    Arizona Heritage Center

    1300 N College Avenue

    Tempe, AZ 85288

    Admission $15 - CASH ONLY.

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    ​Ben Woodruff
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    The Biology Of Skinwalker Ranch

    Ben Woodruff is a raptor biologist, wildlife educator, and experimental archaeologist with over 27 years of experience in wildlife biology and paleontology. He currently works at the Hutchings Museum, where he engages the public through education on paleontology, Pleistocene research, and Southwestern archaeology. Widely recognized for his innovations in falconry, wildlife education, and animal husbandry, Woodruff is respected internationally within wildlife and scientific communities.   An accomplished author, he has published numerous books and articles on raptor biology and wildlife management and runs several popular YouTube channels focused on falconry, wildlife biology, paleontology, and archaeology. 

    He is also known for his work on the History Channel’s The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch, where he brings scientific insight to anomalous phenomena. Ben has 7 years of experience on Skinwalker Ranch, and has a broad range of documented first hand experiences to share. 


Join us as we educate the public with the latest research on the ufo phenomenon!




1300 N College Avenue, Tempe, Arizona 85288
12 pm - 3 pm
Admission $15 - CASH ONLY.

Jennifer Stein

The megalithic architecture of the Sacred Valley of Peru


Synopsis:  The Urubamba Valley of Peru is home several historically significant Peruvian sites: Cusco, Sacsayhuaman, Ollanta Tay Tambo, and Machu Pichu. Jennifer Stein traveled to these sites in 2004 and 2012. Her most recent trip was with researchers Robert Schoch, Brien Forester, and Hugh Newman.  She will provide a visual tour of these four ancient locations pointing out their amazing megalithic structures.  Jennifer, an independent researcher and documentary film maker will share insights about the incredible architectural complexity employed at these sites.

Bio:  Jennifer W Stein holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Arizona. She is best known for her award-winning documentary film “Travis” about the very famous story of Travis Walton's UFO abduction experience in 1975. 

 

Her contributions to the UFO field: She’s the founder of Main Line MUFON, a Pennsylvania chapter of the Mutual UFO Network, where she served as state section director for 20 years. Jennifer produced 10 years of public programing on anomalous subjects with her public access television network in the Philadelphia suburbs and was instrumental in the organization, funding, and development of MUFON Television. She also serves as the Director for Sedona MUFON. 

Part of Jennifer’s bucket list was to travel to many of the ancient sites written about by people like Zechariah Sitchin, Graham Hancock, Erich van Daniken and Robert Schoch. The sacred valley of Peru was one of those sites. Today she will be speaking about the amazing architecture of the sacred valley of Peru.

Ben Hansen

Former FBI Special Agent & Lead Investigator


Ben Hansen is a prominent UFO researcher, television host, and former FBI Special Agent with a background in criminal justice and forensic analysis. Holding a degree in Marketing and Sociology from the University of Utah, Ben began his career in law enforcement working as a county sheriff's deputy before serving as a Special Agent for the FBI, where he conducted complex investigations and interviewed hundreds of subjects.


Combining his tactical training with advanced photo and video forensic analysis, Ben transitioned his investigative skill set to anomalous phenomena. He is best known as the lead host and investigator of Syfy’s Fact or Faked: Paranormal Files and Travel Channel's UFO Witness. A licensed pilot and night vision equipment specialist, Ben frequently consults on UAP field cases, analyzes viral footage, and appears as a guest commentator on networks including Discovery, History Channel, and Travel Channel.


David Paulides

Investigative Journalist, Author, & Founder of the CanAm Missing Project


David Paulides is a former law enforcement officer, investigative researcher, and author best known for his work documenting unexplained disappearances across North America.Holding undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of San Francisco, David spent 20 years in law enforcement, working assignments in patrol, street crimes, and detective divisions—including serving on a SWAT team.


Applying his investigative background to anomalous phenomena, David initially focused on cryptozoology before founding the CanAm Missing Project.He is the creator and author of the highly acclaimed Missing 411 book and documentary film series, which analyzes thousands of unusual missing-persons cases in national parks, forests, and remote locations.His work explores geographical clusters, recurring environmental patterns, and mysterious circumstances surrounding missing individuals, making him a frequent speaker and guest on podcasts, radio programs, and television networks worldwide.

Bryce Zabel

Investigative Journalist, Screenwriter, & Podcast Host


Bryce Zabel is an award-winning television writer, producer, author, and former CNN correspondent.A prominent voice in UAP disclosure and media coverage, Bryce served as the elected Chairman/CEO of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (the organization that awards the Emmys).


Bringing a investigative news background to anomalous phenomena, Bryce created and showran NBC’s cult-favorite sci-fi series Dark Skies and co-authored the seminal disclosure book A.D.After Disclosure with Richard Dolan.He currently co-hosts the Need to Know podcast, examining UAP developments, government transparency, and military encounters through an evidence-driven, journalistic lens.