This list consists of a few tips you should take with you on your ghost hunt.

11. Let them (ghosts & spirits) know they are not forgotten
......Let your journey in this field of study be a labor of love. Remember to be respectful of ghosts & sprits, as they were ......once people, and still are for that matter.

12. Conduct yourself as a professional at all times

13. Never seek out entities on your own
......A team of two works well and three is the ideal number.

14. Listen to your instincts and your intuition
......Draw from the power within. You will find this to be your greatest resource.

15. Never leave a team member behind, not ever

16. Always remember, you are the one in control

17. Never be without outside contact
......Make sure others outside your team are aware of where you are when on an assignment or investigation.
...... A cell phone is a must.

18. Be scientifically minded
......Strive to prove the existence of ghosts and the afterlife. We as Ghost Hunters cannot simply rely on the word of ............someone with a particular gift. We need to know for ourselves and we need to document it in our studies.

19. Rely on your senses
......Be ever mindful of your own awareness. We are all born with the gift of inspiration. We also have a bell (so to speak) ......that sounds off when we are in danger. It's a gift that needs to be focused on. Constantly pay attention to this special ......ability that we all have. Especially when on an investigation. As you become more aware and in tune, you will be able ......to better sense ghosts & other types of entities.

10. Evidence is everything
......All we really have to show for our hard word is the evidence we collect. So take notes, write up reports, snap pictures, ......collect EVPs. Keep a log.

11. Be aware that theories change
......What is believed to be true today may not be tomorrow. If there's anything we can depend on, it's change. What we ......may know about ghosts today may change tomorrow. We need to embrace credible evidence and use that knowledge ......to our advantage. So be willing to let go of old theories when need be. If we don't, we will be left behind.

12. Expect Results
......Go into every assignment with an attitude of well defined purpose. Go knowing you have your preliminary research ......accomplished beforehand and then have a plan to make it all come together. A good investigator is organized and ............thorough. The right attitude yields results!

 

Ghost Photography 101

Here are a few facts that every ghost hunter should know when out on a ghostly photography shoot. There are many basics that all ghost photographers should be aware of in order to have the best possible chance of getting ghostly phenomena on film.

The first thing you should realize is that ghost phenomena does not always show up on film, even when they are present. And daylight photos are always a challenge. Therefore it's always better to take your photos at night with a flash or in an area with subdue lighting for the best possible chance of capturing something..

Digital Camera's are a great tool for ghost hunters, but...
Digital cameras can be a great tool for ghost photographers! They allow you to see your photo results immediately. No film required! They only require a memory card or in some cases like mine, a floppy disk. The big advantage is, you will know right away if you have captured an anomaly, therefore allowing you to track it. There are draw backs however, digital cameras do not furnish a negative, therefore it's hard to prove your photos are not enhanced, A drawback indeed! So with that in mind, never depend totally on a digital camera for all your photos....more like use it as a tool to locate the anomalies. Then have a buddy duplicate your photos with a regular film camera. This will document your findings with a negative as well as a hard copy photo. There are other drawbacks that I am a bit reluctant to mention but I feel a responsibility to do so. First of all, I want to say that digital cameras are the best for capturing authentic ghostly orbs on film because of the technology used, (no doubt about it). But they are also notorious for producing them artificially from airborne particles at the time of the flash. These particles being, dust, pollen, and moisture, to name a few. Please note however that regular film cameras can also pick up these artificial orbs, but it is much more rare and they are always fewer in numbers. A general rule is to look for some substance within the orb structure for authenticity. Also avoid taking pictures in the above described conditions....that's it! In conclusion, Let me reiterate what I suggested earlier...... Taking your digital camera along with you on your ghost hunts (as I always do) but also take along your 35 MM camera as well. It's best to use them as a team.

 

EVP 101

First of all There are three proven ways to gather ghost recordings on tape.

1. Lay the unit down with MIC extended, ask a few questions and walk away for twenty minutes.

2. This time lay the unit down and stay there asking questions and pausing for a response.

3. Gently carry the recorder around with you as you walk. Stop and ask a question, pause for answer then move on to the ...next stop.