Ghost Hunting Lessons by Topic &
The C.A.S.P.E.R. Ghost Hunting School


The C.A.S.P.E.R. Ghost Hunter Training Program
will be conducted live, in seminar format, on November 7th, 2009.

SOLD OUT
Seminar class dates for 2010 have not yet been determined.
The class introduction and outline are below.


The C.A.S.P.E.R. Ghost Hunter Training is an in-depth program,
and is applicable to novice and "pro" alike.

C.A.S.P.E.R. is an acronym that stands for:
Committed to Acquiring Superior Paranormal Evidence & Results

The class runs from 9am until 5pm, generally on Saturdays.
It takes place at the fantastically haunted Ashbary Coffee House in Willow Springs.
 




The haunted Ashbary Coffee House sits on the
grounds of a brothel from the 1800's.
 The brothel burnt to the ground, killing several...
Today the staff of the Ashbary experiences
almost daily paranormal activity,
ranging from loud bangs, to shadows,
to full-body apparitions.
A delightfully delicious place so learn ghost hunting, wouldn't you say?
C.A.S.P.E.R. is a treasure trove of data designed to help you get better results
in your ghost hunting efforts,
as well as preserve the integrity of the results you do secure.


Written and taught by Ghost hunters Kevin Frantz &
Alex Felix, the class has lots of "hands-on" as well as a formal investigation of the Ashbary.
The course concludes with a written test and a Certificate of Completion.

Those individuals who own Ghost hunting gear are welcome to bring it. If you don't have gear, use ours. We suggest that you don't buy gear until after the class, because you'll learn in class what to buy and what NOT to buy.
The class is $84.95 and it includes a free lunch at the Ashbary (choice of sandwich and beverage.) They also have ice cream, candy, chips, coffee, etc.,
that you are welcome to purchase during the class breaks.

The reserve a place in C.A.S.P.E.R., call our reservation line at 630.205.2664.  C.A.S.P.E.R. must be paid for, in advance, to hold a seat.


If you've always wanted to ghost hunt like they do on TV,
in a spine-chilling haunted place,
now is your chance!  


C.A.S.P.E.R.tm  Ghost Hunter Training
Committed to Acquiring Superior Paranormal Evidence & Results


                                               The $84.95 Tuition includes:

Lunch at the Ashbary
The Complete C.A.S.P.E.R. Training course
A Training Manual to Take Home
A Written Test
Participation in an Investigation
&
A Certificate of Completion


C.A.S.P.E.R.
Ghost Hunters Training Program
copyright 2007 Kevin Frantz



Part I:  Introduction

Logistics

Program Itinerary 

Introductions
    Kevin
      Alex
      Group

What is a ghost?

     What is and isn't a ghost
     Types of Haunts
     Why would a ghost stay on earth?     

What is C.A.S.P.E.R.?

     It's an an acronym that stands for:  Committed to Acquiring Superior Paranormal Evidence & Results

            It’s about:
                  Getting More Consistent, Higher Quality, & More Credible Results.
                  Enhancing the process of ghost hunting in professionalism and creativity    

            How do we do that?
                  Proper training in Gear, Protocols, Procedures, & Mindset

 

Part II: Laying a Foundation

 

Ghost Hunting Vs Formal Investigation

     The Differences

 

Basic Gear

     Electromagnetic Frequency Meter
     Electronic Voice Phenomenon (audio recorder)
     Photo Camera
     Video Camera
     Thermometer
     Proper Mindset

        

     Electronic Frequency Meter  (EMF)
          Primary Purpose
          Why Ghost Hunters use them
          Types of EMF systems
          Proper Use & Protocols
          Pitfalls

          Class exercise – Properly use EMF Meters

 

     Electronic Voice Phenomenon (EVP)
          Primary Purpose
          The History of EVP                           
          Official EVP Classifications
              Classes: A, B, & C
          Types of Recorders
          Proper Use & Protocols
          How to Question During EVP Sessions
          Questions to use
          Questions to never use
          Breaking new ground
          Proper EVP Protocols
          What is White Noise?
               How to generate & use White Noise
          EVP Pitfalls
          Using Audio Editing Software
          Related Recording Gear
               Headphones
               Microphones
          Analog converters

          Class exercise – Properly use EVP Recorders & Software

 

     Photographic Camera
          Primary Purpose
          What are Orbs,Vortex, Smoke, Mist, Vapor, or Apparition?
          How to improve your results
          Choosing the right Camera
               Film or Digital?
               SLR or Point & Shoot?
          Proper Photographic Use & Protocols
          Pitfalls
          Common False Photographic Positives
               Determining False Positives
          Using Photo Enhancement Software

          Class exercise – Properly use the Photo Cameras & software

 

     Video Camcorder
          Primary Purpose
          Camcorder Types
          Understanding shutter speed
          Understanding Infrared light
          Proper Camcorder Use & Protocols
          Pitfalls
          Common False Positives
              Determining False Positives
          Still prints from video - procedure

          Class exercise – Properly use Camcorders

 

     Thermometer
          Primary Purpose
          What is a Cold/Hot Spot?
          Types of Thermometer
          Proper Use & Protocols
          Pitfalls

          Class exercise – Use the Thermometers

 

     Proper Ghost Hunter's Mindset
          The true role of Ghost Hunting "gadgets"
          The Role of Sensory Acuity
              How to see "The hidden"
              Positive Energy
              The importance of energies in ghost hunting             

 

Designing your Ghost Hunters Kit

         Choose a Specialty
         Thinking outside the box
              Developing acute Creativity
         Basic Additions

 

 

Part III: Finding & Investigating Haunted Locations

 

How to Find Haunted Locations & Approach Contact People

         Procedure for Location Cultivation
             Where to find ghosts
         Proper Image and Motivations
             Legal Hurdles

 

Researching the Location’s History

         Expertly Navigating the Maze
             Available Resources

 

Conducting the Initial Interview

         Why Interviewers should NOT be Investigators
         Questions to Ask

         Class exercise – Role Play Q & A

 

Reviewing the Data

         Investigate the location or is it a waste of time?
             Review Procedures

 

 

Part IV: The Investigation

 

The Investigation's Foundation

         Assign a Lead Investigator (LI)
               Importance of a Lead Investigator
         Set Goals for the investigation
         Determine when Investigation to occur
               Are the "stars aligned?"
         Determine investigative skills/tools necessary
               Who will provide those skills/tools?
         Where do a Séance, Tarot Cards, & Psychics fit into all this?

         Class exercise – Choose a Lead Investigator

 

Lead Investigator’s Duties

        Perform eyewitness-interview
        Prepare Maps of Location
        Delegate to Investigators their assignments (posts)
        Oversee Investigation Priorities:
            Protocols
            Safety
            Integrity of the location
            Integrity of the Evidence
            Overall Team Functionality

 

Investigation Safety & Integrity Rules

Safety of the Team
      Protecting yourself, physically & spiritually, during an investigation/ghost hunt
      The Non-negotiable rules everyone MUST follow, or go home.
      Everyone Arrives Prepared, on time, and Sober 
            Prepared?
                 Preparing yourself Mentally
                 Contents of a Basic Ghost Hunting Kit (other than ghost hunting gear)
                 Contents of the First Aid Kit

Attire for an Investigation
      Proper clothes, accessories, perfumes, colors, and foods for an investigation

 

The “Home Base”

             The proper set up of a Home Base
             Importance of a Home Base
             Tools of an investigation

             Class exercise – Set up an actual working home base

 

Experiencing Something "Possibly Supernatural"

             What to do so the evidence is credible
             What NOT to do so the evidence is credible
             Using the Frantz/Kennedy Litmus test of probability
             Documenting the evidence

             Class exercise – Perform an actual investigation in the haunted location of the class.

 

Reviewing Evidence

            So much to sift through?
            Types of official classifications for paranormal experiences
                 Ere on the side of a natural occurrence
                       “Arguing from Ignorance” plagues ghost hunting. Shun it.

            Class exercise – Review evidence gathered during the investigation

 

 

Part V: Building your Investigative Team or Club

 

Initial Considerations

            Fundamental Basics of starting a club
            Determine the “Posts” or “Positions” that must be filled
            A Sample Structure
            The crucial Member Contract
                 Sample
            Club Layout, goals, bylaws & protocols
                 Sample Structure
            Marketing your club
                 Marketing Ideas for membership growth
            Guiding a club for consistent & sustained growth
                 Pitfalls and Opportunities

            

 

Part VI: Final Q & A

 

Part VII: Written Test & Certificates of Completion Awarded

 

End

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