This is the second entry of the blog for RHS RAMP, and is the second source for us to really focus on defining paranormal aspects and defining our identity and goals for the organization.
For the Record: RAMP stands for Reading Association For Metaphysical Phenomena. This was the name that we voted on together at our last meeting, and approved by RHS administration.
Additionally I've reproduced below part of a letter that was sent to a location we will investigate. I really feel like Ghost Hunting has become Synonymous with "Bunch of Teenagers sneaking out at night" and i cannot stress enough that this is precisely what we strive not to be. We are a SCIENTIFIC organization based on obtaining SCIENTIFIC results. Please take a moment to Read this.
RAMP follows very strict procedures during an investigation, based solely on the academic advancement of the researchers and application of the Scientific Method. We stress the importance of gathering “good” data and conducting a thorough investigation in the fairest, most vigilant way possible. It is our belief, as Galileo says, that “all truths are easy to understand once they are discovered, the point is to discover them.” RAMP is dedicated to a scientifically enriched and academically driven method of acquiring information. In this “hands-on”, creative, and unique opportunity, we are learning, first and foremost, about science.
Now we continue to define some aspects of RAMP, specifically in Ghosts.
Ectoplasmic Mist: Typically believed to be a human entity. Its very spirit-like in behavior. Typically this is caught on film and photo, and is very rarely seen in person. The fact that this avoidance occurs suggests that it is an intelligent entity rather than a residual one. Usually misty and white, its most likely not malevolent, as evil entities tend to be more concrete and human shaped.
*** It is easy to mistake natural things like fog and mist to be ectoplasmic mist. This is also a prime reason smoking on an investigation is frowned upon.
Vortex: Much the same as Ectoplasmic Mist, except much more lively. Many of the same theories exist as to what they actually are.
Shadow Ghosts: My personal favorite, these entities are human and intelligent. Fortunately, they are typically ambivalent, and never mean any harm. They often appear as odd shadows in photographs, or seen darting out of the corner of ones eyes. If you ever get the feeling you're being watched but can's spot who or what is transfixed upon you, it could be one of these spectral beings.
Apparitions, full body spirit: The full bodied apparition of a spirit or ghost, whether it be human or inhuman. Sometimes these appear as disembodied, with a missing head or limb, but they are generally together. Apparitions are EXTREMELY rare and are a ghost hunter's dream.
Poltergeist: An intelligent haunt classified by its mischief in the physical world, such as throwing furniture.
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