While watching a ghost hunting program recently the thought came to me that in order to capture a real paranormal sound an investigator must be well acquainted with the sounds of our world. Specifically, the sound being heard and recorded on this show sounded to me to be that made by a cat. While I am not an expert on cats, I share and have shared a home with (to me anyway) these remarkable animals. I used the word shared because no one ever owns a cat. Anyway, in the course of this co-inhabitation I have heard just about every sound issued by these felines. Sounds which I especially remember however came from visiting or roaming cats. The sounds made by one of these in heat is well ranging in volume and variety. Then to, there is the rukus raised by a cat who is afraid or ready to either attack or defend itself. These sounds have to be heard to be believed, but once you do you don't forget them. If you are not aware of the source it is easy at times to believe they came from a human in a highly charged or emotional state. Volume of course would vary by distance of the cat itself and several cats in chorus, happy or not, register the highest. Anyway, being aware of natural noises helps to isolate supernatural ones. One thing more, other inexplicable sounds often heard at sites being investigated could well be made by one or more animals other than a cat fleeing the area. Animals that live in houses or buildings range from tiny mice to larger rats and then on to such creatures as racoons, possums, squirrels, bats, owls and hawks. Just think for a moment what YOU would do as strangers invaded your home. Would you sneak away silently? Some would, others would create a racket. To sum up, make sure you don't jump to conclusions in your desire to capture an entities voice. J P

Hello my name is Chris McGuinness and I am the senior staff reporter for the AV News, a local newspaper. I was wondering if I could contact anyone about doing an article/profile about you group. If you are interested, you can call me at 661-618-9318 or email me at the adress above. You can see our newspaper at www.avnewstodayonline.com

What an incredible sighting. Thanks for sharing. We just came off of a hunt Saturday which yielded the most nervous feelings from my crew. The jury is out as the evidence is not yet reviewed fully but we hope to share info soon.

Last night I was viewing sites that dealt with old mystery movies when something occured that made me sit up straight. I must have been concentrating, because it took a few seconds to comprehend what I had just seen: a man lit by the room behind me and wearing an overcoat had walked from right to left across the laptop's screen. As I said, the room behind me was well lighted and I saw him clearly, just what one would expect a person to look like, not a shadow or a mist but full form. I checked, but no one else was present or could be, the house being locked up tight. Why I saw this person when I did I have no idea. One thing for sure, I will not forget this event and I'll be looking behind me more often . Guaranteed. J. P

HI!!! My names Nicole and I'm in the process of starting my own paranormal group any advice would be truly welcome. please feel free to check out my web page at PAINE01.webs.com thanks for your time. Nicole

hi I'm an 18 year old and i want to be a ghost investigator. but don't know what to do can you guys help me email me plz

Hey guys, I'm just sitting on a train on my home from work and I found your site. Just thought I'd say I'm really proud of you all for comming together and starting up AVGH. If I was on the same continent I would love to be appart of your team. Stay beautiful, hugz Chris (Sydney, Australia)

It was great having you on the radio show... hope to explore more interviews in the future...perhaps go on a live-radio ghost haunt with you on some occasion... keep up the great and informative work. Richard Q'zeromen - pitch101.com