GRIM (ADMIN)

Grim is the official mascot of the Southwest Ghost Hunter's Association. He is based on a ghost story in Albuquerque, NM that was eventually debunked by the New Mexico Charter. According to the legends, he is either a ghost of an outlaw or that of Albuquerque's first Sheriff Milton Yarberry. Grim manages our website when he is not busy drinking.

Ghost hunt and investigation of the KiMo Theater, Albuquerque, NM

This historic theater in Albuquerque is believed to be haunted by several ghosts. The first is a little boy named Bobby who was killed when the hot water heater exploded. The second is a female apparition, seen roaming the halls wearing a bonnet. Nothing more is known of this ghostly presence, but seemingly she doesn't’t … Read moreGhost hunt and investigation of the KiMo Theater, Albuquerque, NM

Ghost Hunt / Investigation report on Fort Phantom Lake.

Lake Fort Phantom Hill is haunted by a ghost known as the "Lady of the Lake".Like most ghost stories, the details change through the years, but those who have seen her say she's there and she's real. The Lady searches the shoreline of the lake for her long lost love. Is it true or is … Read moreGhost Hunt / Investigation report on Fort Phantom Lake.

Ghost Hunt / Investigation of the San Antonio Ghost Tracks

One of the most famous legends of the southwest. According to the myth, the ghosts of children are supposed to push your car out of harms way, across a set of railroad tracks. They are also reported to leave small hand prints on the rear bumper of your car if you cover it with baby … Read moreGhost Hunt / Investigation of the San Antonio Ghost Tracks

Scientific Method, Belief Systems and World View

The scientific method is the best way yet discovered for separating the truth from lies and delusion. The simple version looks something like this: Observe some aspect of the universe.  Create a tentative description, called a hypothesis, which is consistent with what you have observed.  Use the hypothesis to make predictions.  Test those predictions by … Read moreScientific Method, Belief Systems and World View

La Fonda Hotel, Investigation Report

An old tradition claims that in Spanish times Santa Fe had a single hotel, La Fonda ("The Inn"), at the same location as the present-day La Fonda. However, no documents have been found to confirm that. Local historian Marian Meyer has reported that an American couple, William and Mary Donoho, operated the place from 1833 … Read moreLa Fonda Hotel, Investigation Report

SGHA event at the Lodge in Cloudcroft (2007)

This a a video of pictures that were taken during an event that I participated in at the Lodge at Cloudcroft in 2007. Chris Fleming was a speaker as well as myself and Bob Carter. [cpm-player skin=”classic-skin” width=”100%” playlist=”true” type=”video”] [cpm-item file=”https://www.codypolston.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/SGHA-event-at-the-Lodge-in-Cloudcroft-2007.mp4″]SGHA event at the Lodge in Cloudcroft (2007)[/cpm-item] [/cpm-player]

Ghost Hunter X; a qualitative study on the effects of ghost hunting on myth building and bias in “haunted” locations

1. Abstract This multiphase study was performed to discover if the information presented or reported by ghost hunters and paranormal investigators will affect the basis and perceptions of a “haunted” location due to an increase in myth building and the bias of the information presented. 2. Method Two placebos were submitted to the client in … Read moreGhost Hunter X; a qualitative study on the effects of ghost hunting on myth building and bias in “haunted” locations

My appearance on “Dead Famous”, the Billy the Kid episode

Gail Porter and Chris Fleming comb New Mexico, searching for the spirit of the wild west outlaw Billy the Kid. They visit the courthouse where he shot his way out of jail. they then hook up with Bob and myself in a historic building across town. [cpm-player skin=”ball-skin” width=”100%” playlist=”true” type=”video”] [cpm-item file=”https://www.codypolston.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Dead-Famous-Paranormal-Series-S03E03-Billy-The-Kid.mp4″]Dead Famous – … Read moreMy appearance on “Dead Famous”, the Billy the Kid episode

Investigation report on the Baker Hotel, Mineral Wells, Texas

Supposedly one of the most haunted locations in the state of Texas! Paranormal activity that has been reported in the hotel centers around several major areas. These include the ballroom, the 6th, 7th, 8th, and 10th floors, the Brazos room & the lobby. Lights turn on and off by themselves in the Brazos room and the … Read moreInvestigation report on the Baker Hotel, Mineral Wells, Texas

Manual Springer House, Albuquerque, NM (The ghost of Scarlet)

This old house, now the Covered Wagon shop, is rumored to be a former brothel. where a prostitute named Scarlet was murdered. According to legend, her ghost haunts the building but is this a haunting or simply a myth? Using critical thinking and historical research, SGHA debunks the ghost. To view our report, click the … Read moreManual Springer House, Albuquerque, NM (The ghost of Scarlet)

Ghost hunt, investigation of the Crystal Palace Saloon, Tombstone, AZ

Late at night the sounds of footsteps and voices can be heard throughout the building. Some claim that the ghost of Big Nose Kate haunts the saloon as it was one of her favorite places in life. Other apparitions include unidentified cowboys, who have been seen at the bar and walking about various parts of … Read moreGhost hunt, investigation of the Crystal Palace Saloon, Tombstone, AZ

Ghost hunt, investigation of the Red Buffalo Trading Co., Tombstone, AZ

Many people have sighted a female apparition which they believe is the ghost of Morgan Earp's wife, who is searching for her deceased husband even in death. This explanation seems impausible because she accompanied her husband's remains back to California, where he was buried. To view our report, click the link below. http://www.sgha.net/az/Red_Buffalo.pdf