BASIC ITEMS

Here are some things that you should never be without while conducting an investigation. You never know when they might be needed. I also recommend buying a large tool bag to carry everything in. Here are some of the basic items:
1. Notebook and pen (recording notes)
2. Extra Batteries (you never know when they might fail)
3. Flashlight
4. Measuring tape (checking distances and witness accounts)
5. Extra films and recording tapes
6. Small tool kit (some electronic devices need screwdrivers to change batteries)
7. Camera
8. Motion Detectors (infrared sensors)
9. Video Camera
10. Recording Devices
Dowsing Rods
Here is another device that has been around for many years and is used to detect underground water sources. No one knows how it works, but it does. Dowsing rods are usually constructed of brass and are bent into an L-shape. By holding them loosely in each hand, they can point the way towards water. Genealogists also use them to discover unmarked graves in cemeteries. In ghost hunting, the short ends of the rods are held loosely in each hand and they are said to sway in the direction of an energy field, pointing the way to it. When the ghost is discovered, they are said to cross.
Compass:
For those who cannot afford the electronic devices, the compass can be purchased in any sporting goods department in your area. It is believed that carrying one of these devices into a haunted location will direct you to the ghost or energy field and then spin while the field is present.
K2 Meter:
EMF Detectors and Spirits
It is believed that spirits are comprised of energy. In order to speak, make a noise or manifest in the form of an apparition, ghosts need to gather energy to do so. They use electricity to "build up" energy to give them enough power to make themselves known from the other side. EMF detectors are often used by paranormal investigators to measure electromagnetic fields at a location. After taking a base reading of the location, any fluctuation by an EMF detector that happens in conjunction with a noise, sighting or EVP recording, might possibly indicate the presence of a spirit. If you know the locations of the natural electrical energy of the location and have the base readings, any fluctuation in the meters can be a valuable asset to the investigator.
Infrared Safety Beam/Beam Barrier Motion Alarm
This high tech device creates an invisible infrared beam up to 60 ft. long. When the beam is
crossed by an entity or living investigator a loud alarm or a pleasant chime sound will be
emitted.
High Output Laser Pointer
This powerful
little unit has a range of about 1/2 mile
Kodak Easyshare Z650 Digital Camera
We have found that this digital takes great night shoots. All the pictures also come out clean and crisp.
Samsung S730 Digital Camera - Red (7MP, 3 x Optical Zoom) 2.5" LCD
This is a nice and small camera and the pictures are wonderful. We all love this camera.
Olympus VN-4100PC Digital VOICE Recorder
Records over 144 hours of uninterrupted audio. transfer the audio files to your PC with speed and ease with the included USB PC Link. These recorders are small and high power and easy to use.
General Tools Mini Infrared Thermometer
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Sony handy-cam with night vision