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contained on this website
is for information and
entertainment purposes
only.
We cannot assume any
credit or responsibility for
the success or failure of
any investigation that
you take part in.
We do not accept
responsibility for injuries
or misadventures that
might befall you.
DO NOT CONSUME ALCOHOL OR DRUGS BEFORE GHOST
HUNTING.
Always carry a Photo ID with you at all investigations.
Verify the location, any safety concerns and accessibility to the site
during the daytime in order to verify and identify any possible hazards,
parking, or pathways that you may be travelling at night.
Wear clothing that is suited for the task at hand. Sturdy shoes are a
must.
NEVER Trespass on Private Property.
Look carefully for any posted warnings. At cemeteries be sure to check
for posted hours that the cemetery is open. If the property is posted
against trespassing, attempt to contact the owner and get WRITTEN
permission to be on the property before proceeding.
If the Police and/or the property owner arrive while you are conducting
an investigation be polite & leave promptly if asked to do so.
Do not rely on cell phones, pagers or walkie talkies during an
investigation. You may be in an area that dampens all signals to these
devices.
NEVER speak ill of the dead. The spirits may attempt to "get even".
Always use your common sense. If you or a member of your group
becomes extremely frightened or uncomfortable in a particular
location...LEAVE. Follow your instincts on this one.
Use
Common
Sense
Flashlights - as many as you think you need plus at least 2 more. You may want to
use a red lens flashlight in order to keep your night vision. Some of our members use
the hands free lights that can be strapped to their arm or around their head.
Extra batteries for everything- Spirit activity may cause batteries to run down quickly.
We have had to change batteries as many as 4 times during an investigation.
Camera(s) -Either digital or 35 mm.
Film- Use 400 or 800 speed film. Color or Black and White. If you have enough
experience with photography you might try infra-red film as well.
First Aid Kit
Notebook/Clipboard with plenty of paper and pens/pencils. Log everything that
happens during your investigation.
Jackets and/or weather appropriate clothing. Use your common sense on this one.
Watch- Be sure to log in the times that any events happen, as well as arrival and
departure times.
Video Camera - with extra tapes/DVR
Tape Recorder with external microphone - with extra tapes (High Bias or Metal tapes
are recommended)
Digital Audio Recorder - These are small hand held recorders and are helpful during
investigations. Can be used to record your notes which can be transcribed at a later
date.
Digital Outdoor Thermometer
EMF Meter - Used to read any electromagnetic fields in the area. It is believed that
spirits cause a disruption in the field with enough of a variance that you can note the
readings change (higher than normal reading) and detect spirit activity in the area.
Compass
Alternate Light Source - A camping lantern that relies on gas rather than batteries is a
useful backup.
Motion Detectors
Hand Held Radios/Walkie Talkies - Be aware that these can interfere with EMF
readings.
Dowsing rods - I prefer copper rods with sleeves. These are helpful in detecting energy.
This is simply a suggested list of equipment for ghost hunting. It is certainly not
required that you use all items listed. If you have any questions about any of the
equipment listed please email us and we will try to answer you in a timely manner.
Start each Investigation with new film or an empty memory on your digital
camera. You are less likely to mix pictures up this way.
Open film and load into camera(s) approximately 20 minutes after you have
walked around the area that you are investigating. This gives the spirits a chance
to get used to the idea that you are there.
Use at least 400 speed 35mm film. 400 and 800 speed film works best.
Anything higher can result in a grainy look to your photos. Black and White
film also works well.
Make notes about any existing light sources in the area. This can help you avoid
"false" orbs.
No Smoking during an investigation. Smoke can appear as fog or mist on
pictures and video recordings.
Be aware of any dust or dirt blowing around the area. This can also cause a
"false" orb in your pictures.
Clean the lens of your camera(s) several times during the investigation.
Look for any reflective surfaces and either cover them (black trash bags work
well) or make note of them in order to rule them out in your photos.
Be sure to let the other investigators know when you are taking pictures This
will prevent double flashes in your photos.
You may want to "use your manners" and ask permission from the spirits before
taking any pictures. It might help and it certainly can't hurt.
Take pictures everywhere and anywhere. If you get a "feeling" or someone else
does, or if you think that you saw something move take a few (or a lot) pictures
in the area. Trust your instincts.
Do Not be discouraged. You may only get 1 or 2 pictures that actually show
something for every 50 - 100 that are taken. Be patient.
If investigating during cold weather be aware of your breath in order to not
photograph it. It could look like mist in photos. If you think that you might
have inadvertently taken a picture of your breath log the number and discard the
photo completely.
Any long hair must be tied back out of the way or tucked into a hat.
Make sure that any camera straps are tied up out of the way. You don't want to
have it turn up in your pictures.
If you see orbs, sparkle or a mist after your flash, take more pictures at once. It
could be that you are in the presence of spirits.
There is no need to pay a lot of money for film processing. Take your film
wherever they have the best prices. Be sure to tell them to develop and print
ALL of the photos, otherwise they will only print the ones that pass their
standards for photos.