By Chelsea McNerney-Martinez The UFO Watchtower, on the west side of Colo. Hwy. 17 just north of Hooper, and an hour south of Salida, is a unique trip, camping destination or a must-stop along the way to other San Luis Valley attractions. Judy Messoline, the founder of the Watchtower, along with her partner Stan, who did a considerable amount of the construction of the tower by hand, are celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Although gathering restrictions postponed the planned anniversary party until Memorial Day weekend 2021 and canceled the annual Cosmic Highway conference, the tower is now open for ...