Where are Your Favorite Haunting Grounds?

Since I can’t really do a formal poll to include every haunted place in the world, I thought I’d ask my readers to tell me about their favorite ghost tours that they have ever been on – and I’ll share the results, assuming some of you let me in on your faves.

My personal favorite has been the Savannah Ghost Tours (I’ve been on the walking ones and the Trolley ones).  My guides have always been pretty good, and they were willing to answer questions afterwards.  Some tours I’ve been on have hustled us on because they had scheduled another one directly after.

I’d also have to give a thumbs up to the Haunted Trolley Tour in Gettysburg as one of the more interesting tours I’ve been on.  I got some excellent photos on that particular tour.  I also had to stay on the trolley when my son fell asleep on my lap, so the driver told me quite a few stories of his own since he had grown up there.  I think those stories were creepier than any I had ever heard from the actual tour guides!

So please, tell me about your experiences and ones that I should definitely go on.  I’m gearing up for another summer of travel up and down the Eastern seaboard and the mid-Atlantic states.  I’m all ears!

Graveyard Ghost Hunters Beware

If you’ve ever gone ghost hunting, odds are you’ve been to at least one graveyard hunt, either during the day, or at night. While it may be interesting during the day, it is more fun at night, simply for the “boo factor.” However, there are a few things you should know before you strike out at night heading for your local graveyard.

1. Observe the hours of the graveyard you are visiting. If you will be there later, ask permission. Those that don’t follow this rule can be arrested for trespassing. You can also ruin it for the rest of the people who like to ghost hunt and can actually follow the rules.

2. Know where you are going. Visit the graveyard during the day so you know the lay of the land. Graveyards can be dangerous at night, especially in areas that weren’t laid out on a grid like most graveyards are today. Older graveyards can be especially dangerous in the dark.

3. Don’t move or change anything in a graveyard. You are there to observe, period. How would you like someone to come to your house and start moving things around?

4. Always come prepared. Carry your equipment in padded bags (protect cameras from bumps on granite headstones). Put items, such as EVP equipment, in easy to find pockets of your bags. Always carry flashlights and extra batteries.

5. Never travel alone, even if you are familiar with the area. If something were to happen to you, even a twisted ankle, there wouldn’t be anyone close by to assist you.

The summer months are perfect for conducting ghost hunts in graveyards. However, it is hallowed ground and you should show the proper respect when visiting these areas. Many towns have security or police that frequent the graveyards, looking for kids partying or defacing the area. If you will be there after hours, always seek permission so security personnel will know you are there.

Have fun and be safe!

Charlotte, Ghosts4You.com

Central New York Ghost Hunters

Today’s shout out goes to Central New York Ghost Hunters and Paranormal Research- “Got Ghosts?”

This paranormal investigation group takes their job seriously!  They are skeptics first; they take nothing at face value.  Don’t call these people “ghost groupies,” as professionalism in the field of paranormal investigation is one of their top priorities.

If you have ghosts or would simply like to know more about Central New York Ghost Hunters, stop by their site.  They don’t share your personal information with anyone, will never give your address out and they don’t charge for their services.  Bravo!

Daily Shout Out Launch

I’ve decided to incorporate a daily shout out to ghost sites that seem to give you the most bang for your buck.  You don’t have to be the best site on the Internet to get a shout out, just have an easy to read website.

So, let the fun begin!