Provenance

Sam: Burning the painting didn't get rid of it.

Dean: Yeah, thank you Captain Obvious!

Asylum

Dean: (talking about his dad) You know I love the guy, but I swear he writes like freaking Yoda!

 Red Sky at Morning

Bela: Do you really think this is going to work?

Dean: Almost definitely not.

Bad Day at Black Rock 

Bela: So, how'd things go last night with Peter?

(Sam gives angry look) 

Bela: That well, huh.

Dean: If you say "I told you so," I swear to God, I'll start swinging.

Red Sky at Morning 

Dean: (about Bela) You know what? Your right. I’m not going to kill her. I think slow torture’s the way to go.

Red Sky at Morning 

Dean: (to Sam) You stink like sex.

Red Sky at Morning 

(about Bela)

Dean: Can I shoot her? 

Sam: Not in public.

Bedtime Stories 

Sam: I think it's Snow White

Dean: Snow White? Ah, I saw that movie. Oh, the porn version anyway.

Hookman 

(to Sammy about his girly coffee choice)

Dean: Your half-caf, double vanilla latte is getting cold over here, Francis.

What Is and What Should Never Be 

(Sam has just told Dean they don't get along)

Dean: We don't? Well, we should. You're my brother. 

Sam: You're my brother.

Dean: Yeah! 

Sam: You know, that's what you said when you snaked my ATM card, or when you bailed on my graduation, or when you hooked up with Rachel Nayv.

Dean: Who? 

Sam: Uh, my prom date. On prom night.

Dean: *under his breath* Yeah, that does kinda sound like me.

Croatoan 

Sam: This is the dumbest thing you've ever done.

Dean: I don't know about that. Remember that waitress in Tampa ?

Folsom Prison Blues 

Henricksen: You think you're funny?

Dean: I think I'm adorable.

Playthings

Dean: Ya know she could be faking.

Sam:Yeah, what do you wanna do, poke her with a stick?

(Dean nods)

Sam: Dude, you're not gonna poke her with a stick!

Fresh Blood 

Dean : What do you want me to do, Sam, huh? Sit around all day writing sad poems about how I’m going to die? You know what, I’ve got one. Let’s see, what rhymes with "Shut up, Sam"?

A Very Supernatural Christmas 

Dean : You fudging touch me again, I'll fudging kill you!

Scarecrow 

(to the townspeople who are about to sacrifice him for their farms)

Dean: I hope your apple pie is freakin' worth it!

Playthings 

Dean: We might even run into Fred and Daphnie inside. Mmmm... Daphnie. I love her.

Hunted 

Dean: Come on man. I know Sam, OK? Better than anyone. He's got more of a conscience than I do. I mean the guy feels guilty searching the Internet for porn.

Faith 

Dean: I'm not gonna die in a hospital where the nurses aren't even hot.

Crossroads Blues 

Dean: We know a little about a lot of things; just enough to make us dangerous.

Nightshifter 

Dean: Damn cops.

Sam: They were just doing their job. 

Dean: No, they were doing our job, only they don't know it so they suck at it

Nightshifter 

Dean: I like him. He says okie dokie.

Nightmare 

Dean: As long as I'm around, nothing bad is gonna happen to you.

Dead in the Water

Sam: Kids are the best?

Dean: Yeah, I love kids. 

Sam: Name three children that you even know.

(Dean scratches head for while; Sam starts to walk away) 

Dean: I'm thinking!

Skin 

(about the shapeshifter)

Dean: Ugh, the thought of him driving my car. 

Sam: Oh, c'mon.

Dean: It's killing me!

Faith 

Dean: Man, you're a lying bastard! I thought you said we were going to see a doctor.

Sam: I believe I said specialist. Look, Dean, this guy is supposed to be the real deal.

Dean: I can't believe you brought me here to see some guy who heals people out of a tent!

Faith 

Dean: You better take care of that car. Or, I swear, I'll haunt your ass.

Sam: I don't think that's funny.

Dean: Oh come on, it's a little funny.

Houses of the Holy 

Sam: Dean, there's ten times as much lore about angels as there is about anything else we've ever hunted.

Dean: You know what, there's a ton of lore on unicorns too. In fact, I hear that they ride on silver moonbeams, and that they shoot rainbows out of their ass!

Sam: (looking heartbroken) Wait, there's no such thing as unicorns?

Dean: (looks concerned for a moment, then catches on) Cute.

Playthings

Dean: Of course, the most troubling question is, why do these people assume we're gay?

Croatoan 

(an infected townsperson tells Dean to get out of his car)

Dean:Heh. Well, you are a handsome devil, but I don't swing that way. Sorry.

Crossroad Blues

Dean: The secretary's name is Carly. She's 23, she kayaks, and they're real.

Sam: You didn't happen to ask her if she's seen any black dogs lately, did you?

(Dean hands over a list)

Dean: Every complaint called in this week about anything big, black or doglike. There's 19 calls in all. And, uh, I don't know what this is.

(hands Sam a post-it note; Sam laughs)

Sam: You mean Carly's MySpace address?

Dean: Yeah, MySpace, what the hell is that?

(Sam laughs again, a little incredulous)

Dean: Seriously, is that like some sort of porn site?

The Kids Are Alright

Sam: So let me get this straight. You want to drive all the way to Cicero just to hook up with some random chick?

Dean: She was a yoga teacher. That was the bendiest weekend of my life!

Bad Day at Black Rock 

Dean: (reading from trophy) 1995.

Sam: No way. That's my Division Championship soccer trophy. I can't believe he kept this. 

Dean: Probably the closest you ever got to being a boy.

Sin City 

Dean: (about the Colt) So if we wanna go check out these omens in Ohio, think you can have that thing ready by this afternoon?

Bobby: Well, it won’t kill demons by then, but I can promise it’ll kill you.

Bedtime Stories 

Sam: I've got a theory. Sort of.

Dean: Hit me.

Sam: Well, thinking about fairy tales.

Dean: Oh, that’s... that's nice. You think about fairy tales often?

Bedtime Stories 

Sam: (staring at frog on the road) Yeah, you’re right, that's completely normal.

Dean: All right, maybe it is fairy tales. Totally messed-up fairy tales. I'll tell you one thing, there’s no way I'm kissing a damned frog.

Bedtime Stories 

Sam: (gesturing to pumpkin on porch) Hey, check that out.

Dean: Yeah? It's close to Halloween. 

Sam: You remember Cinderella? The pumpkin that turns into a coach and the mice that become horses?

Dean: Dude! Could you be more gay? Don't answer that.

Bedtime Stories 

Dean: You find a way to stop Callie, all right.

Sam: What about you?

Dean: I'm gonna go stop the big bad wolf. Which is the weirdest thing I've ever said.

Red Sky At Morning

Dean: A Hand of Glory? I think I got one of those at the end of my Thai massage last week.

Red Sky At Morning

Bela: You know, when this is over, we should really have angry sex.

Dean: (after thinking hard) Don't objectify me.

Fresh Blood

Dixon: Can you think of a worse hell?

Dean: Well, there's Hell.

A Very Supernatural Christmas

Sam: Huh, when you sacrifice to Holnacar, guess what he gives you in return? 

Dean: Lap dances, hopefully.

A Very Supernatural Christmas 

Dean: She gave them to you for free? Do you sell them for free?

Shopkeeper: No way. It's Christmas. People pay a buttload for them. 

Dean: That's the spirit.

Malleus Maleficarum 

Dean: You saved my life.

Ruby: Don't mention it. 

Dean: What was that stuff? God, it was ass. It tasted like ass.

Ruby: It's witchcraft, short bus. (she leaves) 

Dean: (mutters) You're the short bus, short bus...

Malleus Maleficarum 

Dean: (to Ruby) You wanna kill me, get in the line b*tch!

Dream a Little Dream of Me 

Dean: Dude, you were making some serious happy noises. Who are you dreaming about? Angelina Jolie?

Sam: No... 

Dean: Brad Pitt?

Sam: No. No!

Mystery Spot

Dean being mimicked by Sam: You think your being funny but your being really really childish... Sam Winchester wears make-up... Sam Winchester cries his way through sex... Sam Winchester keeps a ruler by his bed and every morning when he wakes up he... OK ENOUGH!!

Jus in Bello

Dean: It's like we got a contract on us. You think it's 'cause we're so awesome? I think it's 'cause it's we're so awesome.

Jus in Bello

Henricksen: I shot the Sheriff.

Dean: (stares at the dead cop for a while) But you didn't shoot the deputy.

Jus in Bello

Sam: You were possessed. 

Henricksen: Possessed like... possessed?

Sam: That's what it feels like. Now you know 

Dean: I owe you the biggest "I told you so" ever.

Jus in Bello

Henricksen: I mean, after all, seeing you two in chains... 

Dean: You kinky son of a b*tch, we don't swing that way.

Jus in Bello 

Dean: Honestly, I think the world's going to end bloody. But it doesn't mean we shouldn't fight. We do have choices. I choose to go down swingin'.

Jus in Bello 

Henricksen: You know what my job is?

Dean: You mean, besides locking up the good guys?

Malleus Maleficarum 

Dean: I hate witches! Spewing their bodily fluids everywhere. It is insane! No, downright unsanitary!

Devil's Trap

Meg: He begged for his life with tears in his eyes. He begged to see his sons one last time. That's when I slit his throat! 

Dean: For your sake, I hope your lying. 'Cause if it's true I swear to God I will march into hell myself, and I will slaughter each and every one of you evil sons of b*tches, so help me God!

Devil's Trap 

Dean: Where's our father, Meg?

Meg: You didn't ask very nicely. 

Dean: Where's our father, b*tch!

Meg: Do you kiss you mother with that mouth? Oh, I forget... You don't!

The Kids Are Alright 

Dean (to Sam): Gumby girl.... Does that make me Pokey?

Lucifer adalah nama yang seringkali diberikan kepada Setan dalam keyakinan Kristen karena penafsiran tertentu atas sebuah ayat dalam Kitab Yesaya. Secara lebih khusus, diyakini bahwa inilah nama Setan sebelum ia diusir dari surga.

Dalam bahasa Latin, kata "Lucifer" yang berarti "Pembawa Cahaya" (dari lux, lucis, "cahaya", dan "ferre", "membawa"), adalah sebuah nama untuk "Bintang Fajar" (planet Venus ketika muncul pada dini hari). Versi Vulgata Alkitab dalam bahasa Lain menggunakan kata ini dua kali untuk merujuk kepada Bintang Fajar: sekali dalam 2 Petrus 1:19 untuk menerjemahkan kata bahasa Yunani "Φωσφόρος" (Fosforos), yang mempunyai arti harafiah yang persis sama dengan "Pembawa Cahaya" yang dimiliki "Lucifer" dalam bahasa Lain; dan sekali dalam Yesaya 14:12 untuk menerjemahkan "הילל" (Hêlēl), yang juga berarti "Bintang Fajar". Dalam ayat yang belakangan nama "Bintang Fajar" diberikan kepada raja Babilonia yang tirani, yang dikatakan oleh nabi akan jatuh. Ayat ini belakangan diberikan kepada raja iblis, dan dengan demikian nama "Lucifer" kemudian digunakan untuk Setan, dan dipopulerkan dalam karya-karya seperti "Inferno" oleh Dante dan Paradise Lost oleh Milton, tetapi bagi para pengguna bahasa Inggris, pengaruhnya yang terbesar disebabkan karena nama ini digunakan dalam Alkitab Versi Raja James, sementara versi-versi bahasa Inggris lainnya menerjemahkannya dengan "Bintang Fajar" atau "Bintang Siang".

Sebuah nas serupa dalam Kitab Yehezkiel 28:11-19 mengenai raja Tirus juga diberikan kepada Setan, sehingga menambahkan gambaran lain kepada gambaran Setan dan kejatuhannya yang tradisional. Image of lucifer

I'm sure many of you have had sleep paralysis and I'm going to tell you what it is.

Sleep Paralysis has been known for a long time. Throughout the history of mankind there have been the reports of people awakening to feel a sense of weight on their chests and an inability to move their limbs to escape this pressure. People who experience this phenomena almost unanimously describe a feeling of panic and fear at their experience which can last long after the paralysis of their bodies has faded and they can move again.

 Legends have arisen in every culture as a means of explaining this sensation, now called sleep paralysis. Hebrew legends equate the night hag with Adam's first wife, Lilith (More about Lilith). More commonly the European view from the Middle Ages was that a witch or other demonic entity was sitting on their bodies and trying to entrap their souls. But whether the night hag is thought to be an old woman, witch, devil, incubi or succubi, there is rarely reported an actual visual presence and the victims are left to fear that such a thing will happen to them again.

 Modern scientific study has discovered a common feature with most of these sleep paralysis events and a physiological cause for the most pronounced symptoms. It has been discovered that during sleep the brain releases a hormone into the blood stream that will paralyze the major muscle groups to prevent locomotion. In this way, the body can rest while the mind is working its way through dreams. This hormone is designed to prevent the body from hurting itself during the unconscious sleep state.

 Those who have had too little of the hormone introduced are subject to limb thrashing and sleepwalking as the person acts out the events of their dreamsThe medical explanation of sleep paralysis is that as a person rouses from the deeper sleep cycle, the hormone will take a few moments to wear off and release the muscles of the arms and legs, thus causing a brief period where the paralysis lingers. Generally it only takes a few seconds for this to fade, but even such a brief time can cause panic in many people. That a sense of fear or dread accompanies this sensation can be understood in that one of the major triggers for sleep paralysis is extreme stress in one's life.

 While the medical profession considers all the sensations of sleep paralysis to be psychosomatic, paranormal researchers have often encountered stories of being held down or choked in places that exhibit poltergeist activity. There have been other reports, some as recent as the early 1990's, of a person's spouse entering the room where their partner is experiencing "sleep paralysis" and seen a dark shadowy form fleeing the bed of the victim.

 There has yet to be discovered a practical way to study any but the most physiological aspects of this phenomena. That it has been a fact throughout the history of man could lend weight to the totally mundane explanation. But there has also been the belief of malicious spirits bent on harming the living for as long as humans can remember. Does the truth lie somewhere in between? Could it not be equally valid that certain dark spirits use this physical effect in an effort to attack the souls of the living when they are in a defenseless position?.

 I hope this has helped people who have had sleep paralysis I am sorry for a long boring presentation.

Medieval legend claims that demons, both male and female, sexually prey on human beings. The male demon is known as an incubus and the female is the succubus. They generally prey upon the victim when they are sleeping, though it has been reported that females have been attacked while fully lucid. One such event was covered in the book and subsequent movie, The Entity.

There are variations of this sexual demonic legend. In Zanzibar, what is known as the "Popo Bawa" generally preys on men and only in their own beds. In the Chilo‚ Province of Chile, a wretched little dwarf, known as El Trauco, woos young naive women and then seduces them. Ịn Hungary, a Liderc is a demonic sexual predator that flies under the cover of darkness and will appear as a wispy apparition or a fiery light.

 Any one of the above succubus' can be blamed for unexpected or unwanted pregnancies, especially in unmarried women, though one can imagine this might be a convenient fabrication to get out of unsavory rumors!

 Some confuse the incubus with the legendary "Old Hag" syndrome but it is not. The Old Hag episode is usually restricted to a feeling of great pressure on the chest and not a ghostly sexual encounter. Another difference between the incubus/succubus encounter from the Old Hag is that the former is not always unpleasant while the Old Hag is mostly accompanied by a feeling of death, suffocation and just trying to survive.

 Because the incubus and succubus are generally experienced during the sleep state or coming in and out of it, experts feel that it is an imaginary experience and not a real one, however, telling this to the person who has just gone through it, they find that hard to believe as it feels as real as intercourse itself. Who can say for certain if these events are real or imagined but until you've experienced yourself it's hard to determine or judge.

If we adhere to theory -- ghosts are deceased humans, while demons and angels are not of earthly origin. Both are known to have stronger powers than your average ghost. You'll find a demon more apt to move objects and possess the human body, just as you'll find an angel more awe inspiring and willing to help the suffering human condition than a ghost.

 Why would a demon be stronger than a ghost, or deceased human? Depending on our beliefs, we can understand why angels, blessed with powers from higher dimensions are maybe stronger than deceased humans, but why a demon? In fact, why either entity since we too are of the same cosmic fabric? If I had an answer it would be "experience" or that they have been in that realm for so much longer. When we cross over, that is relatively new territory for many souls. For demons and angels, this is their long endured habitat and home. The demon is cunning and the angel enlightened. Really, you can think of it as a good/bad adult (demon/angel) dealing with an inexperienced child (ghost). They hold the experience we lack and are full of tricks (demons), or miracles (angels) of which either inspire or frighten us. Ị also think miracles and tricks are inherent in us too, but they are more readily accessible and producible by these beings because this is what they have been doing for many life-times. I think our abilities and faults are a microcosm of theirs.

 With this said, it doesn't mean that ghosts cannot be the very thing angels and demons are. An entity, once human, can descend or ascend into either characteristic. A child, once loved on earth, can come back and lift the spirits (literally) of those most dear to it and be called an angel. A person who has crossed over from irreparably painful circumstances can spiral into negativity and do demonic things.

 We can surmise that to be demonic or angelic, versus ghostly, is an advanced stage of positive or negative, while a ghost is more inexperienced and neutral. In time, we too will be angelic or demonic, depending on the path our soul takes.

We have all been raised with ghosts in our lives. Cartoons, stories & Legends, Halloween, and deceased relatives that we wonder about. We all die so it's part of our heritage, no matter what culture that is. We know as far back as man has been writing symbols on walls that we've contemplated spirits from another realm.

Ghosts are more than deceased people. If they were just that, there would be nothing to talk about. Crossing over to the next dimension doesn't make you a ghost. Ịt's when you come back and let your presence be known among the living. They move an object, provide a fleeting glance, come to us in our dreams, and whisper to us though we may not be able to see them. They are souls that have something to show, do or say to us.

 Why do they come back? What is so compelling to them that they are not in final rest where they are in the afterlife? I think there are many reasons. For some, it's unfinished business. For others, it's pure love. They simply don't want to let go. Something strong exists within them to want to come back to this realm to hold dear, expose or endure something strong to them. I think it applies to the living as well. Why do we cling to thoughts of those that have passed, even to those that are still living? I guarantee you it's for many of the same reasons they do. Just because we leave this dimension doesn't mean we stop being human in our thoughts and desires. What we are here is what we take with us. The same love, fear, and desires don't cease when we do.

 I think ghosts are just those souls strong enough to break through the dimensions to express their will or cling to some past. There are several ways they can do this. One of the most common are those that have just recently crossed over. Their energy is still strong enough that it's possible for them to be seen and even communicated with just a few hours or days after their departure. One might call this their etheric presence. It fades shortly after the physical perishes but it too diminishes quickly, like an aura that no longer has a host.

 Equal to the pull of love is anguish. More than not, a ghost is a person whose life ended abruptly and sometimes violently. This can be known as a haunting because they are haunted by a life now gone. The haunting is from their thoughts and their presence become testimony to that.

 If you think about it, ghosts are just you and I. What will become of us when we move on? Will we come back? Will we want to? I guess we'll find out.

Definitions

- going to a place were there have been no sightings of ghosts and trying to catch some on film (video and photos), sounds, eyewitness, etc. (graveyards are the number one place to start, churches, schools and older buildings too) 

- going to a known haunted place and recording data (video, photos, audio, temperatures), notes, interviews and other evidence to prove/disprove the haunting and to assist the owners and the spirits in moving on and leaving the place if they want that.   The assistance can be either you directly assisting the owner with the situation or putting them in contact with experienced groups or individuals that  will try to resolve the situation.  Your assistance can be something as simple as educating them on what is going on and their options.

What you may Encounter: 

There are generally 2 types of spirits you may encounter.  One was a human at one time and it has remained on this level for some reason.  It may not know it's dead, may be held here by unfinished business, guilt, etc.  These spirits are like the person was when they were alive, so they could be good or bad, just like the living, but not normally dangerous.  This human spirit is the type you will encounter 95% of the time.  You could also witness a residual haunting which is just a playback of a past event.  This is just like watching a video from the past playing over and over.  The other type of spirit you may encounter were never human and are generally bad news.  You must be aware of  this type but not obsessed with them, the chances that you will encounter them in a regular ghost hunt are slim.  I have experienced both types and I just want to make you aware of their existence.  So be aware and protect yourself and you should have no problem.

 General Tips

Check out the area in daylight so you are familiar with the area. Look for dangerous places and obstacles that you will not be able to see in the dark.

Look for no trespassing signs. Make sure you are not trespassing. If you are on private property you are risking getting a ticket or arrested in some areas. You can get permission from many owners and or caretakers. We will often notify the local Police that we will be in a grave yard "taking pictures" so they are aware of our presence. If you are asked to leave do so immediately, you will not win this argument and you make other investigators look bad if you make a scene.

Make sure you bring you ID. (drivers license, etc.) so if you are questioned by the police you can prove who you are.

Never go alone. This is just common sense. If you get hurt, who will get help?

The best times are from 9pm to 6am, these are the psychic hours, but anytime can produce results. Photos have historically been better in the dark but don't let that discourage you from taking them during the day.

Find out all you can about the history of the locale. Newspapers, town historians, WWW and books can be helpful finding folklore or hard facts about the site. The books and web pages dealing with this type of info is enormous. We have a haunted places listing here with over 1000 places listed.

What to Bring

 The Basics

* 35mm Camera - Nothing fancy with at least  400 speed film.  800 speed film is also good at night but you'll have to test your cameras flash strength to see which speed works best for you.    Even those single use 35mm cameras have gotten good results.  If you are more experienced photographer you may want to try infrared film.  I have seen results from Polaroids but I suggest you only use these along with a 35 mm camera so you can compare the results.  I have used Fuji film primarily but I have also used Kodak and a department store brands with similar results.  When you develop them you don't need to go to a camera shop, the local drug store or department store is fine.  Let them know you want all the pictures developed so that you get the pictures that they might think are bad ones.  These "bad ones" are normally your best ectoplasm mist photos.

* Digital Camera - Regardless of what you've heard digital cameras are great tools for ghost researchers.  Once upon a time they had their limitations and problems but that is no longer the case.  Not only do they allow you to see instantly if you have a positive photo, they can also take photos in limited infrared range of light.

*  Flashlight w/ spare batteries - a common sense item.  Remember to bring spare batteries for everything.  Due to spirit activity, batteries often run down very fast and you don't want to miss anything because of dead batteries.   I recommend using a red lens flash light to help preserve your night vision.  More info on red lenses and how to make your own here.

*  First aid kit - just in case, it's very easy to trip in the dark and get cut.

*  Notebook w/ pens and pencils- you need to write and log in everything  that happens.  If you don't then you really don't have much research information.   An example of this is one investigator gets a EMF reading that's high and never writes it down.  Another investigator takes a picture of the same area but is not aware of the reading and gets a anomalous image.  Without that EMF reading the picture may be good evidence, but with a report noting the reading, the picture greatly increases in evidence value.  Many investigators use a pocket tape recorder in stead and that is fine, just make sure you have spare batteries and tapes.

* Jackets or weather appropriate clothes - if you are cold you are not at your best and your observation skill could suffer, pretty common sense.

* Watch - so you can log in the times of events and your arrival and departure.

Advanced and Optional

*  Video camera  (optional tripod) - Video cameras are an important instrument for an investigation.  Unlike still cameras they provide us with constant visual and audio surveillance for review and observation.  The video cameras we use are equipped with infrared capability and this is the mode we use.   With video any phenomena occurring can be documented in its entirety.  This will show the length of time the phenomena occurs, what is happening, the conditions surrounding the phenomena, and possibly even the cause of the phenomena..   The Sony line of camcorders has an infrared night shot feature that enables you to video tape in complete darkness and see beyond what the human eye can see.    You can use these on tripods or walk around with them.   You should also invest in an infrared light extender which will help your camera see in the darkest places and make the quality of the video better.

*  Tape recorder w/ external microphone and high grade tapes -  recorders or digital voice recorders are with out a doubt one of the most important pieces of equipment that you should have in you investigators toolbox.  audio recorders are used for many different purposes throughout an investigation.  Recorders are used for interviews, spontaneous thoughts,  your notes and electronic voice phenomena (EVP).  You have to use a external microphone when recording EVPs (ghosts voices).  If you rely on the internal microphone you will also be recording the internal gears and motors and this will make your tape worthless.  Any sound you hear on the tape could not be used as evidence because of this, so use the external mic, they are pretty inexpensive.  The type of tape that is most often recommended is high bias tapes or metal tapes.

*  Digital audio recorders - This recorder is small and easy to carry.  You can also use the voice activation feature so there is less audio to review.    I use this for my notes as well.  Most units record the time of the recording as well which is very useful.  When using audio recorders be sure to state the location, time of investigation, and investigators names.  When recording investigators names it would be wise to have each individual present state their own names, which will make it easier for distinction amongst voices heard on the tape during review.  Voice activation mode should be deactivated on tape recorders during use when electronic voice phenomena is trying to be achieved due to the fact that it usually cuts off beginnings of words, sentences, and phrases.   This is not necessary with digital recorders and they actual seem to work better in voice activation mode.

* EMF Detector -  The Electromagnetic Field Detector, also known as an EMF, is the modern day ghost researcher's tracking device, a very important piece of equipment.  With this instrument it is possible to locate and track energy sources.   It will detect fluctuations in electromagnetic fields and low strength moving EMF fields that have no source.  It is a common theory that spirits disrupt this field in such a way that you can tell one is present by higher than normal readings with this meter.  Before using the EMF as a ghost research tool on an investigation be sure to walk around the area and take initial readings around energy sources such as light poles or electrical outlets to be sure of the readings you receive while scanning the area during the investigation.  Most units when purchased come with a manual describing most household and major appliances and their corresponding electromagnetic reading.   When using the EMF as a tracking device look for fluctuations of 2.0 to 7.0, this usually indicates spirit presence.  Anything higher or lower is normally has a natural source.

*  Cellular phone - if you have one it can come in handy in case of an emergency.

*  A Compass - it's a useful instrument to an investigator due to its compact size and low cost price.  When used on an investigation this will indicate spirit presence when the needle cannot come to a precise heading or spins/moves erratically.    This works on the same principle as a EMF meter.

*  Candles & matches - batteries often run low during hunts so you may run out of them and still need a light source.  Another good idea is a camping lantern that runs on lamp oil.   Be careful using the candles around motion detectors, they will set them off.

* Motion Detectors - these can be used to sense movements by often unseen forces or spirits.  You can get battery operated ones for about 20 dollars and they are great for inside but I have seen them used successfully outdoors as well, just watch the placement.  You don't want a tree branch setting it off.

*  Thermometer or Thermal Scanner - Thermometers are an instrument that is also very useful   There are two types used regular digital thermometers and infrared non contact thermometers.  When used on an investigation this will aid as a detection system for spirit presence.  Rapid temperature drop of 10 degrees of more could indicate spirit presence.   I recommend using the infrared non contact thermometers but cause they react in less than a second to a temperature drop and you can scan a large area quickly.

*  Hand Held Radios  -   Or Walkie Talkies are very useful in a large outdoor area and a building with groups spread out in various rooms.  They could be great in emergency situations or just to rotate groups.  Be sure to be aware they could interfere with your EVP recording though.