How to Ghost Hunt in Manitoba
The success of "Ghost Hunters," an American television program, led to an explosion of ghost hunting even across borders. Luckily, it's easier than ever to find a group, grab your tools and get started.
Instructions
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Preparation
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Decide if you want to join a pre-existing ghost-hunting group or to head out alone. Being with a well-established group may gain you access to older more desirable buildings, but you will also have less freedom to do as you please.
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Start looking for a group within your local community. Universities and large workplaces will often have a paranormal club that visits local haunting grounds. If you fail to find something in your immediate vicinity, head to the Internet.
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Buy your own equipment. Most paranormal groups don't have the funding to provide for every member, and having your own gear will get you into a prominent role much quicker. Pick up an EMF detector from a ghost-hunting supply store, such as Ghost Mart (see Resources). This will become one of your most important tools. Other items, such as surveillance cameras and audio recorders, are useful but not necessary.
The Hunt
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After preparing for your hunt, you'll have to choose a location. The Shadowlands Haunted Places Index (see Resources) lists hundreds of hauntings throughout Canada with several in Manitoba.
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Get permission to enter these locations. Some private homeowners will be thrilled to hear that someone wants to help them with their haunting problems. Others will be more suspicious unless you are a member of a large, established group. Larger institutions such as hospitals and government buildings are less likely to be open. While you may be frequently turned down, it doesn't hurt to ask.
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After securing permission, prepare for your trip. You may have to travel a ways, so be sure your equipment fits comfortably in your car. Pack up and plan to arrive at your location around dusk.
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Scout out your location to determine what could be a haunting hot spot or any potential safety hazards. Take note of these locations and then set up your cameras and turn off the lights. Ghost sightings are more common during the night, so it's best to keep things dark.
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Hunt. Use your tools wisely, but don't ignore your own senses. While your own sight and hearing will not prove a haunting to anyone else, you may experience a once-in-a-lifetime event.
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Always be polite and willing to share your findings with the owner of the location. Friendly behavior will leave people more accepting for future hunters, which will make the hobby more enjoyable for everyone.
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Tips & Warnings
Always be polite and willing to share your findings with the owner of the location. Friendly behavior will leave people more accepting for future hunters, which will make the hobby more enjoyable for everyone.
The hardest part of ghost hunting is finding a location you're allowed to search. Try searching the Internet or even contacting your local sheriff's office for any reports of paranormal activity.
Don't buy cameras at ghost-hunting stores. They're overpriced! A camera from any other retailer should work just fine.
Finding a good team will make your ghost-hunting experience much more enjoyable. You'll find several potential haunting grounds to be much more accessible, plus you'll have friends to share your experiences with at the end of the night.
Trespassing into abandoned buildings is illegal. Additionally, ghost hunting is very easy for the authorities to spot.
Always put safety first. If you or a group member feels in danger, leave immediately.
Make sure the neighbors of your target are aware of what you will be doing. Flashlights flying through a dark house are suspicious, especially if unfamiliar cars are parked outside. Getting the police called can break up a hunt quickly.
