WELCOME TO UFO 1977

One of my favorite questions to be asked is, "Did I ever tell you about that time I saw a UFO?" When I answered "No" to that very question from a friend, he proceeded to tell me a strange story about a strange craft, with strange beings inside, that visited him in 1977. At the end of his story he recommended, "You should look into it. California. 1977." So I did. And so here I am.

I'm Erik Schlimmer, head honcho of UFO 1977. I'm here to share what I uncover as I write UFO 1977: The Year California Stood Still., to be published by Beechwood Books just in time for the fiftieth anniversary of the events that unfolded. As a professional researcher I leave no stone unturned. I'm the author of twelve books and hold a Master's in Clinical Social Work, a Bachelor's in Speech Communication, and an Associate's in Wilderness Leadership. 

My interest in UFOs began in 2000 when I attended a presentation by nuclear physicist and longtime UFO researcher Stanton Friedman. After watching Friedman wield eloquence and evidence for two hours straight, I thought, There's gotta be something to this. The rest is history. Here you can stay up-to-date on this project, explore detailed sighting accounts, learn about the craft people witnessed, and submit information to support my ongoing research. 

Thanks for landing here!

~ Erik Schlimmer

Head Honcho, UFO 1977