Rob Mercer was born and raised in Springfield, Ohio. Rob worked in engineering at a nearby hospital. His interest in UFO's and Astronomy began when he was about 7, when his uncle Terry came to came to their house telling them about strange lights he saw in the sky on his way home from work one night. He asked Rob’s mom if he could come with him, and we went back out looking for them on that same night. They were unable to find them, but from that point on Rob was hooked on the subject. Rob would also read and watch everything he could find. Terry had a telescope, and would come over to their house with it often since they lived out in the county where it was dark. This is how Rob learned about the night sky. Rob has seen and followed objects that he thought were not of this earth, and would usually figure out what they were. Rob eventually bought his own, and would continue to stargaze with his daughter. It gives him a chance to conduct his own rudimentary investigations. They’ve been everywhere from Gulf Breeze to Roswell, Socorro, Snowflake, Sedona, the gates of Area 51, and more. His family doesn't complain, as a matter of fact, they had a better time in Rachel, Nevada.

The MIAMI VALLEY UFO SOCIETY was formed for all, including those from Ohio and the Miami Valley area interested in the UFO phenomenon and other mysteries.

If you have any NEWS, STORIES, PHOTOS or SIGHTINGS that you would like to share and/or have investigated, feel free to make contact. If you are witness to what you believe to be a reoccurring anomaly, or just know of a UFO hot spot in Ohio, Eastern Indiana, or Northern Kentucky make contact. A skywatch can be arranged.
The goal is to have educated observers watching the skies in search of answers.