I chatted to Michael H, the founder.
1. How did Boise City Ghost Hunters get started? How many of you are in the team?
I founded Boise City Ghost Hunters Paranormal Research and Investigations along with Scott our Co-Founder in 2009. Growing up I always had an interest in ghosts and the possibility of hauntings. Having had some minor experiences as a youth my curiosity was always there. As an adult I found myself in a position to purchase some equipment and start looking for answers. Our team currently consists of over ten members. And all are dedicated to volunteering their time and helping our community.
2. Can you tell me a little about what Boise City Ghost Hunters do?
As a team we use our real life jobs and expertise to disprove hauntings. We take on investigations to help folks figure out the creeks and bumps in their homes. We don't go in looking for spirits necessarily. We try to exhaust all humanly and earthly reasoning for their concerns. If after those options have depleted we then try to pinpoint what and where paranormal may be lurking.
3. Can anybody be a ghost hunter or do you have to have a certain affinity with spirits?
Although anyone could become a ghost hunter. I would suggest first and foremost if you don't have a passion to help those in need you won't last long. Ghost hunting is not glamorous. It is not always fruitful. In fact I would argue 80-90 percent of the time most claims are not related to paranormal at all. Ghost hunting takes a toll on everything in your life. We do not charge for investigations and we are self funded. So it is not an occupation of financial gain. And due to ongoing questions of the science and nature of ghost hunting if anyone does charge it would raise a huge red flag in my opinion.
4. Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you were scared?
As of this moment I can honestly say, no... There have been things that have had me scratching my head. And definitely times where I was startled. But scared is a strong word.
5. In the Wonky Inn series, the ghosts are mostly amusing. Have you ever had any funny moments?
Not really any funny spiritual moments per say. We do enjoy ourselves while out in the field. Everyone needs to joke and have fun at times...
6. What's the best part of being a Ghost Hunter?
For myself and I believe our team would agree. The best part of ghost hunting is making families feel comfortable in their homes. Helping them decipher between "ghosts" and the noises of an old house... That is by far the best part...
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