UFO enthusiasts heading to Wyoming for upcoming rendezvous
FILE - This undated file photo shows Devils Tower near Moorcraft, in northeastern Wyoming. Just like in the science-fiction movie "Close Encounters of the Third Kind," UFO enthusiasts are headed to the strange geological formation in Wyoming. Experts on UFOs will speak at the Devils Tower UFO Rendezvous in September. Devils Tower played a key role in the well-known UFO film that came out 40 years ago this year. (Stephen Berend/Gillette News Record via AP, File)
The Associated Press
Posted August 30, 2017 7:00 am
DEVILS TOWER, Wyo. (AP) - Just like in the science-fiction movie "Close Encounters of the Third Kind," UFO enthusiasts are being drawn to a strange geological formation in Wyoming.
Devils Tower played a key role in the well-known UFO film that came out 40 years ago this year. The first Devils Tower UFO Rendezvous will be held at the site from Sept. 14-16.
The formation is actually the solidified core of an ancient volcano.
Experts on UFOs will speak at the convention.
Organizer Brian Olson tells KOTA-TV (http://bit.ly/2vKw5j4 ) that there's a fun side, too, with plans for a parade, live music and barbecue cook-off.
Devils Tower stands more than 800 feet (243 meters) tall and can be seen for miles.
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