Whether you believe or not, ghosts are an interesting topic around the campfire. I can't imagine a hot summer night sitting around the tent without the pleasure of hearing a tale or two. I find the whole concept of ghosts and life after death extremely intriguing.

Evidently others do too, because I found lots of information online about the subject. Some of the encounters described at these sites were quite believable and I found myself glancing over my shoulder a few times while reading. Judge for yourself as you take my web tour. I promise you won't be disappointed.

Ghosts of the Prairie

At first glance, this site appears to be just another bookstore. However, it is much more than that. You will find articles, upcoming conference information, a free newsletter called Ghost of the Prairie (sign up required) and a bulletin board where you can meet others who have experienced ghostly encounters.

Ever wonder why ghosts wear clothes? Read webmaster Troy Taylor's theory. Get ready to join the American Ghost Society and reap the benefits.

At the bookstore you can order books which outline hauntings of the state you live in. Battlefield Ghosts, paranormal magazines, used books, Ghost Hunters Guidebook  all explore the haunted history and highways; read about ghost research and investigations.

Ghost Watcher

June Houston is "the girl with no life" as it states in her bio. She is also a girl who says her house is haunted and she wants you to help. June has set up video cameras where she thinks the hauntings are taking place throughout her home. These are the places that make her most uncomfortable because of strange noises she's heard.

June wants volunteer ghost watchers and asks that the kind people on the web watch her ghost cams, and then write and tell her if they see anything weird going on.

Ghost Seeker

Established in Toledo, Ohio, Ghost Seeker is becoming increasingly popular worldwide. This association helps people in need of documenting and recording ghostly experiences.

Read true accounts of ghostly hauntings, theories of paranormal events, and actual cases. See photographs of haunted houses, apartments, cemeteries, mental hospitals, and other unbelievable places.

A Ghost Registry is being developed. It is hoped that in the future, homeowners will be able to look a house up on the registry to see if it is haunted, before buying it.

Ghost Web

Sign up for a home study course to become a Certified Ghost Hunter. This course includes a diploma. If you're feeling brave, you can order ghost hunting tools which may come in handy if you're looking to meet a new friend.

Join the International Ghost Hunters Society. Ghost photos are available for viewing for non-members. Members can enjoy the Ghost Photo Galleries; passwords are needed to enter. While you're here, sign up for a free online weekly newsletter and it will be delivered to your email box.

Ghosts: The Page That Goes Bump in the Night

Read true ghost stories written by webmaster, Brian. Includes Visitor Tales, which are true accounts of ghostly sightings by everyday folk.

If you've ever had a ghostly experience yourself, write about it! Your story will be published on the site in Tales. Other interesting areas of the site include: Ghostly Forums and up-to-date ghostly discussions from site visitors.

Ghost Talk is supposed to be for chatters, but apparently it is not operating. I have made several attempts to connect, with no luck. Please note that there is a note explaining that webmaster, Brian is away from the site temporarily. I don't know how long he has been gone or if he will return. (Keep this in mind if you submit a story for publication.) Despite that, it is a great site. I learned so much.

Learn about worldwide folklore, traditional lore, spiritualism and psychokinesis. African, Asian, Arabic, European and American beliefs of the afterlife are outlined at this site.

Also read field reports written by members of Spirit, and ghost stories by readers or archived from alt.folklore.ghost-stories. This is a truly fascinating site.

How to Create Fake Photos of Ghosts

This site is for all the doubters out there. Click to see real ghost-like photographs. Notice I said ghost-like because the webmaster swears these people are alive and well.

It is all done using what the pros call Bulb, Flash-Bulb and Multi-image Photography. Read how this webmaster created these photos and how it's possible for others to do the same. I think you will agree that anyone can make photos appear ghostly.

BOOO!!! HA! I knew you would be spooked by the time you finished this tour. I hope you enjoyed these ghostly sites as much as I did. Whether you go away believing in ghosts or not, it will give you something to talk about on your next camping trip. Marshmallow anyone?