The Haunted Travels Experience - BLOG

POSTED July 27, 2010

MANSFIELD FOLLOW-UP

Thanks to everyone who came out to Mansfield this past Friday. It was one hot, steamy night but it was still a great time. The thunderstorm just added to the *experience*.

Seems there were more than a few people that had some interesting experiences. For those who had those experiences, let us know if you captured evidence (no orbs please). Send us photos from the night and/or any evidence collected and we'll post them at our Mansfield site (www.hauntedtravelsmi.com/mansfield).

Bev and I had one experience that was recorded. We were going through a final sweep of the reformatory to make sure everyone had left. We stopped briefly on the 2nd floor of Solitary Confinement. Bev and I, along with Highland Ghost Hunters, conducted a brief EVP session. During those few minutes, Bev felt a sudden pain at the back of her neck. We looked to find scratch marks forming. We continued to watch as welts formed. We haven't checked audio or video yet but, should we find any evidence, we will post it at our Mansfield site in the next week or two (after we get the final chapters of our book goes to the publisher).

HAUNTED TRAVELS OF MICHIGAN, VOL. 2 - Book Cover Winnter
We truly appreciate all who sent in their vote for the next Haunted Travels book cover. The lighthouse won though the barn was a close 2nd. We've sent that info to our publisher. We'll let him make the final decision!

MORE FALL EVENTS & BOOK SIGNINGS
We're adding more events to our October schedule.

October 19 - DEXTER LIBRARY, Dexter, MI. Free presentation. Bev and I will bring you into our world of ghost, spirits and paranormal. We'll share some of most recent investigations.

October 29 - HOLLY DEMON & MARI'S DELIVERANCE, Holly Michigan. This is a very special evening and we're so eager to share this with you. In 2009, Bev and I joined Mid Michigan Paranormal on a demon investigation. A troubled woman was seeing inhuman visions at her home and business. A dual investigation commenced. One of those investigations led to a deliverance (exorcism). What happened during the investigation and deliverance were one of our most surprising and unsettling experiences. Perhaps even more surprising, we discovered that the history eerily connects everything together. For the first time, we'll reveal the crazy story of what happened that night at the site of the investigation. You'll meet the woman who went through the deliverance and see how she's doing today. Then guests will be free to tour the store where the visions were seen. Keep this date open ... more details soon!

POSTED July 18, 2010

Vote On Our Next Book Cover!

We're submitting final copy to our book publisher next week. Next step is selecting our book cover. Bev and I have designed two book covers and we need your help in deciding which one you like the best. Go to our website's Home and click on link to view 2 covers. Email us at haunted@mivg.com with your preference (Cover 1 (left - Lighthouse) or 2 (right - barn). Both images represent locations/stories in our next book, "Haunted Travels of Michigan, Volume 2: History, Mystery and Haunting"

July 23 - Mansfield Reformatory - Ghost Hunt with Haunted Travels

Just 5 days to our Mansfield Reformatory hunt. We've contacted our Mansfield weatherman and he tells us weather that day is looking perfect. High around 82, partly sunny with 40% probability of thunderstorms. Let's cross our fingers that some of those thunderstorms charge up paranormal activity at the reformatory!

Latest reports from our Mansfield Reformatory pal, Brian Wilson, is that considerable activity has beek kicking-up on the west cellblock. For the first time, Brian has reported seeing apparitions. He's worked at the reformatory for some time and it's the first apparitions he's seen.

Registered investigators, we'll be meeting you at 7 p.m. to complete registration & organize groups/teams before 7:30 p.m. If the gates are still closed at 7 p.m. (sometimes they won't open gates until 7:30), we'll meet you outside the gates. PLEASE GET THERE ON TIME!!! Once gates are locked, no one will be permitted to enter!

FALL 2010 EVENT SCHEDULE

Kat & Bev will be touring Michigan this fall with various events, book signings and ghost hunts at some of their favorite haunted locations. They've had quite a few requests and are juggling time and scheduels right now, but cities currently on their schedule include:

Detroit - Alpena - Petoskey - Kalamazoo Area - Ann Arbor - Holly

Current, firm dates include:

October 9 (Sat) at the John A. Lau Saloon, Alpena, MI (Story #6 in their first Haunted Travels book).Dinner-presentation-ghost tour. Kat & Bev and Mid Michigan Paranormal Investigators. Contact the saloon/restaurant for price and reservations. (Phone: 989-354-6898)

October 16 (Sun) Afternoon Book Signing at the The Whitney Restaurant, Detroit, MI (Story #1 in their first Haunted Travels book). PUBLIC BOOK SIGNING (lunch time) their book signing is combined with a presentation event for PROJECT HOPE.The Project Hope luncheon is private invitation only. Book signing is open to the public. Come out, met Kat & Bev, buy a copy of their book(s), and tour some of the haunted locations they wrote about in the story.

October 22-23 (Fri-Sat) at the Terrace Inn, Petoskey, MI (Story #10 in their first Haunted Travels book). A weekend of paranormal! Friday meet & greet, Saturday night presentation followed by private ghost hunt of the historically haunted Inn. Weekend Price: $259/2 people) For more info or to make reservations contact the Terrace Inn (Phone: 800-530-9898)

October 28 (Thurs.) at the Ransom Public Library, Plainwell (20 min. from Kalamazoo), MI (FREE PRESENTATION .... TIME: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p..m) Hold on to your seats as Kat & Bev take you on their journey into the world of spirits, hauntings and paranormal. They began their investigations as skeptics. What they discovered was a revelation ... there is something out there that cannot be explained!

Kat & Bev will share a few of their most surprising paranormal investigations and the importance of history in validating paranormal activity. Includes video, audio and photographs. THIS IS A FREE PRESENTATION. Kat & Bev will be selling and signing their books. Contact Ransom Public Library contact Julie at Ransom (email: jstout@ransomlibrary.org)

POSTED June 29, 2010

**** UPDATE *** MICHIGAN'S PARANORMAL RETREAT - GHOST HUNT AT LOST LAKE
***CANCELLED*** AUGUST 27-28

As mentioned in our June 25 blog, there has been a recent management change at Lost Lake Boy Scout Reservation. New management will not honor our original agreement and their new requirements would increase our costs significantly. These additional costs require we cancel the retreat. This has been an unexpected chain of events and we are very disappointed.

We regret any inconvenience this has caused our Haunted Travels friends. Haunted Travels are planning future public ghost hunts and events. Hope you can join us at one of those.

POSTED June 25, 2010

Just a little update on some of our latest news. We have some awesome events coming up in the next few months and are planning a fall filled with haunted happenings. Don't forget to visit our web site to keep updated on Haunted Travels programs & events!

**** UPDATE *** MICHIGAN'S PARANORMAL RETREAT - GHOST HUNT AT LOST LAKE
SCHEDULED: AUGUST 27-28

*** TEMPORAY HOLD ON REGISTRATIONS **** TEMPORARY HOLD ON REGISTRATIONS***

TEMPORARY HOLD is being placed on registration for our August 27-28 Paranormal Retreat - Ghost Hunt at Lost Lake. We have just been informed there is new management at the Lost Lake Reservation. New management is telling us the contract we with had with previous management is no longer valid. We are currently attempting to renegotiate something that will not place restrictions on our guests' enjoyment of the grounds and will not cost any additional money. We'll post updates/status of this event.

We should have final decisions by JUNE 29.

FALL EVENTS & PUBLIC GHOST HUNTS ... DATES COMING SOON!
We'll be traveling the state this fall with a series of fall public host hunts, dinner presentations ... a ghost hunters weekend at one of Michigan's most haunted hotels ... a ghostly dinner at an old lumberjack saloon ... the story of demonic haunting and ghost tour of an old Holly store ... and much, much more. It's going to be an exciting fall.

WHITNEY RESTAURANT, Detroit, MI: October 27, 2010
BOOK SIGNING - MEET & GREET & PROJECT HOPE CHARITABLE EVENT

Kat and Bev are honored to be speaking at a charity luncheon for PROJECT HOPE October 17th at the beautiful Whitney Restaurant in Detroit, MI. PROJECT HOPE is a worthy charitable association helping those in need of free medical assistance here in the U.S. and around the world. For more info on PROJECT HOPE, go to: http://www.projecthope.org

The Project Hope luncheon is by invitation only. However, before and after their presentation, Kat & Bev will be signing copies of their books and chatting with their friends. So come on by, MEET & GREET Kat and Bev at THE WHITNEY, have your book signed and then ...enjoy a Sunday brunch at this award-winning restaurant. Then, take your own leisurely tour of The Whiney and see for yourself all the places Kat & Bev talked about in their book!

2nd Book - HAUNTED TRAVELS OF MICHIGAN 2: History, Mystery and Haunting COMING SOON
Our second book in the Haunted Travels book is a bit delayed but should go to our publisher in the next few weeks. We are very excited about this next book ... some of our best investigations and stories ever!

1st Book - HAUNTED TRAVELS OF MICHIGAN
Haven't read our first book in the Haunted Travels series ... shame on you!!!! You can get signed copies at the Haunted Travels store (www.hauntedtravelsMI.com) and click on the "Store" icon or go to Amazon ... http://www.amazon.com/Haunted-Travels-Michigan-Interactive-Experience/dp/193327218X

Any questions or suggestions ... we want to hear from you! Also, be sure to check the Haunted Travels BLOG for the latest news (www.hauntedtravelsMI.com/blog) or go to our EVENTS PAGE (www.hauntedtravelsMI.com/events) for public ghost hunts and events.

It's going to be a hot summer and awesome fall! Enjoy everyone.

POSTED April 20, 2010

2 LAST INVESTIGATIONS BEFORE HAUNTED TRAVELS of MICHIGAN 2: History, Mystery & Haunting is sent to the publisher
Tonight we're on an investigation at one of Michigan's most notoriously haunted hotels. There is a record of at least 1 gangland murder. Apparitions, disembodied voices and other strange occurrences have been reported since the 1930's.

This will be one of our last investigations before the release of our next book, Haunted Travels of Michigan 2: History, Mystery & Haunting. One more hunt is scheduled at the end of April. This last one will take us to Michigan's west side. Can hardly wait to share our stories with all of you!

NEXT PUBLIC GHOST HUNT, August 27-28, 2010: GHOST HUNT @ LOST LAKE, a Michigan Paranormal Conference
If you haven't noticed, we've just schedule a truly unique weekend for anyone interested in ghosts and paranormal AND needs an affordable, weekend getaway.

This retreat is in a remote, scenic setting (don't worry, only 20 minutes from civilization) deep in the woods along the quiet shores of Lost Lake. It is the site of Michigan's First Annual Paranormal Retreat ... GHOST HUNT at LOST LAKE. You'll find yourself away from traffic and city noise. It's a time and place to enjoy nature, relax, rejuvenate, find peace. Yet there are stories that surround this remote camp. Stories of wild parties ... the Purple Gang ... murder ... and ghosts.

Join Kat Tedsen and Bev Rydel, authors of Haunted Travels of Michigan and forthcoming Haunted Travels of Michigan 2 ... along with Lorena Wygant and her experienced Hauntings Paranormal Research team for this fun, yet eerie, weekend. As the night falls, follow them on a ghost hunt at two of Michigan's haunted, historic locations.

During the day, enjoy: Outdoor NATURE HIKES (there have been reports of a BIG FOOT creature roaming the woods), BOATING, FISHING, SWIMMING; on-site SPA SERVICES (therapeutic massage, facials, etc.); SHOPPING in the quaint town of Clare. In late afternoon and early evening enjoy PRANORMAL PRESENTATIONS and at night of course, join in the ghost hunt!

For details and to register for this event, go to: Ghost Hunt at Lost Lake

 

POSTED April 8, 2010

Investigation - Mass Murder Site, Follow-up Investigation
Last night the weather was terrible. The night before was even worse. Thunder, heavy rain and hail the size of big, fat grapes ... just like the night of the murders.

We had the pleasure of working with an amazing photographer, Jeff West over, and Sean Campbell from Campbell Paranormal Investigations on this hunt, which was an extension of our March 26 case. The location was a small, unremarkable little home on a quiet, country road away from the city noise. Most would pass this location never knowing what had happened over 100 years ago.

A good portion of this investigation was outside. We were all totally drenched. In fact, I haven't been this wet since the last time I went swimming. It was worth it.

Did our series of investigations come up with any of spirit activity from these horrific events? Did we collect evidence that might shed light on who the murderer or murderers might be? Results will be in our new book, "HAUNTED TRAVELS OF MICHIGAN 2: History, Mystery & Haunting" coming this fall.

The evidence recorded came as a total surprise. Bev and I can hardly wait to share it with you.

 

POSTED March 26, 2010

Final Investigations Before Next Book Release
We've been out of touch for a while, in a tumble of last-minute research and writing for our Fall 2010 book release. There are some incredible stories to share. Final chapters are due at our publisher in May. Oh yeah, we're way behind.

Some friends have emailed us wanting to know if we include every one of our investigation in the book. Answer is *No*. In fact, we'll go on 60 or 70 investigations. Of those only a handful end in stories.

Why? Because, unlike TV, most investigations turn up nothing. But those investigations that do, continue to knock Bev and I for a loop.

We still look at every piece of evidence skeptically. The paranormal teams we work with usually do the same. So, every piece of evidence is thoroughly evaluated and, in our opinion, reliable evidence of a paranormal event.

Most Recent Investigation
We just completed an investigation dealing with one of Michigan's many unsolved murders. The events leading up to the murder and the months and years that followed are more like a fictional story than the truth. Several people were suspect but none convicted. Who was the murderer ... or murderers?

Last week we conducted an investigation of the murder scene and victim grave sites. We have captured evidence. Now the question remains, can an EVP truly reveal the name of the murderer?

Mansfield Reformatory
We're all excited about our July 23 hunt at Mansfield. We've received nearly all your signed Mansfield and Haunted Travels waivers. We just have two outstanding guest investigators ... our friend from North Carolina. LORISA, if you're reading this, that's you. We need those signed waivers ASAP friend.

Possible August Event - Ghost Hunt Weekend Retreat
We're working on a very unique public ghost hunt for end of August. This will be a weekend event located at a beautiful, somewhat remote, historic lakefront lodge. The home on this land has a rather dark history and does have paranormal activity. Included with this weekend will be a second night of investigation at a 1930's mob hangout.

We're currently having problems coordinating this event with the property manager (wrangling prices). If we can work it out, the event would be held at the end of August. This weekend would include continental breakfast, a Saturday night cookout, two paranormal investigations, and even a special presentation or two. Plus, boating, swimming and fishing on the lake and more to keep you as busy, or relaxed, as you'd like.

Fall will likely bring some very cool events ... after all it is the grand celebration of our next book release.

Cheers to all!

POSTED March 11, 2010

Mansfield Reformatory & Future Public Events/Hunts
Our planned July 23 ghost hunt at Mansfield Reformatory has Sold Out. There may be cancellations as we get closer to the investigation date. If you'd like to be placed on our waiting list, email us .... haunted@mivg.com

We have two hotels in the Mansfield area that will offer our guest investigators discounts on lodging. All registered Mansfield guest should have receive that email today.

We're looking to organize another public ghost hunt/paranormal event sometime in late August. The site for this paranormally active home is located in a somewhat remote location, yet not that far away from civilization. We investigated this place and collected some very interesting evidence.

We're attempting to finalize dates and prices. We want to keep the cost as low as possible.

Next Book - Final Stages
We're in the "crazy, break-neck writing" phase of our next book, scheduled for release this fall. We still have a few investigations to complete before the book can be finalized. So, yes, we are behind.

Inspite of that, we're very excited about this book ... some of our best stories ... some of our most fascinating investigations. We'll take you with us into a life-changing demon investigation, a remote lighthouse hunt, and one crazy investigation that includes the darker side of Henry Ford and the gangster-era of 1920's and '30's (and many more).

At this time, we'd like to thank all the paranormal groups who have "kept the secret" and helped make our 2nd book possible:

... Hauntings Paranormal ... Highland Ghost Hunters ... Mid Michigan Paranormal Investigators ...Upper Peninsula Paranormal Research Society

Next book is supposed to be to our publisher by May (good gravy). Long hours and lots of coffee ahead.

POSTED March 5, 2010

Mansfield Reformatory Ghost Hunt - JULY 23, 2010

This event/ghost hunt has SOLD OUT. To be placed on our *Waiting List* or to be added to our *Friends List* for first notification of future events, email us at:

haunted@mivg.com

 

POSTED March 1, 2010

Mansfield Reformatory Ghost Hunt - JULY 23, 2010

ONLY 4 OPENINGS REMAIN foR our July 23, 2010 public hunt with Kat & Bev, authors and paranormal investigators.

POSTED February 11, 2010

Recent Investigations & Adventures:

We’ve been busy with an assortment of interesting cases and planning future events for 2010. Just wanted to update you all on a few cool things:....

RECENT TRAVELS/CASES....

Febuary 6 Case:

Last weekend we were with our pals, Mid Michigan Paranormal Investigators (great group, led by Matt and Melanie Moyer.) The investigation site wasn’t far from home, just a few hours, which meant we didn’t have to spend the night in a hotel room. Since a writer’s budget doesn’t allow four-star hotels (sometimes not even three stars), our overnights aren’t always a joy. Plus, it was nice to wake up at home Sunday.

Unusual video and audio had been recorded on a previous hunt. Matt and Melanie wanted to if see they could recreate what was captured. Results of debunk led us to believe at that at least some of the evidence may be explained. There was, however, other evidence that couldn’t.

Some people feel paranormal activities can only exist in old, historic locations. Well, this location is far from old. Thousand of people come here annually and never suspect that strange phenomena occurs when the lights are off and all is quiet. We think you’ll be surprised by this story.

January 29-30 Case:

The last weekend in January we headed to a remote location somewhere in Michigan (sorry, can’t disclose location right now) with a new group we’re working with, Hauntings Paranormal. Our destination .... an old cabin buried (forgive the pun) in the woods.

Though there were decades of reported paranormal activity here, we would be the first group to conduct a formal investigation. Obviously we were very excited to work with Hauntings Paranormal on this two-night hunt. Adding to our interest is the fact that there have been recent reports of Big Foot roaming the area.

The temperatures that weekend were frigid with lows tettering 6-7 degrees below zero. We followed a dirt road cut into a heavily wooded area and drove about a mile on solid ice. Needless to say, you can pretty much forget about using your cell phone if you get into car trouble. The closest thing to civilization here was a small diner and gas station about 6 miles away.

The drive was worth it. Though we can’t give away too much, we can say that this cabin has Mafia and Purple Gang ties and a possible connection to Henry Ford (seems ol’ Henry had his dark side). We didn't see Big Foot that weekend (too cold for anyone, including the big guy, to come out). We’re still hashing through the material recorded but seems we may have picked up a few bizarre things.

This will make for one great story in our next book coming out this fall! ....

MANSFIELD REFORMATORY PUBLIC HUNT: July 23, 2010 - UPDATE....

Registrations continue to come in for our July 23, 2010 ghost hunt at Mansfield Reformatory. We currently have 12 openings available.

This massive, historic prison has over 6.5 acres of buildings to explore. We’re limiting this hunt to 35-40 people and will break the group into separate teams. We want the whole prison covered in one night and we want everyone to have the chance of investigating the most active locations. This is a real ghost hunt. No fancy dinner or presentation. If you’ve ever wanted to experience what it’s really like on a ghost hunt (not the TV reality ghost hunt) or you're an experienced investigator wanting to check out this intense place, this is the opportunity.

A 90-minute tour of the facility will be given proceeded by the breakout of teams for the investigation. Event begins around 8 p.m. and ends somewhere around 1:30 a.m.

What happens during this evening will be part of a new book (focused on Ohio and the Ohio Valley) coming out in 2011. For those who attend the hunt on July 23 and capture evidence, send it to us. Once validated, we’ll give you full credit in the book and display the evidence in our Secret Room.

To find out more about Ghost Hunt @Mansfield Reformatory and to see our video highlighting some of Mansfield history and our own experience during our past Mansfield hunt, go to:

MANSFIELD WEBSITE & VIDEO: www.hauntedtravelsMI.com/mansfield

ATTENTION – REGISTERED MANSFIELD GUESTS

We need your signed Waivers!!! You would have received those last week. Mansfield insists they receive those waivers ****in advance*** .

Instructions on how to submit signed waivers were given with last week’s email. If you’ve lost it or simply didn’t receive it, email us at: haunted@mivg.com and we’ll resent.

EVENTS for 2010:....

We have a few new events and presentations coming up in 2010 and something especially fun or our fall book release. They‘re still in the planning stages right now.

Check back with our Haunted Travels Experience events page (www.hauntedtravelsMI.com/events) or check out our Twitter, Facebook or Myspace page for updates.

HAUNTED TRAVELS OF MICHIGAN – the book....

For those of you who haven’t read our book … shame on you ; )

Be sure to pick up a copy at Amazon (currently on sale for around $10.00) or your locat Barnes & Noble, Borders book store.

Haunted Travels Experience

www.hauntedtravelsMI.com

EMAIL: haunted@mivg.com