The Ohio Organization of Paranormal Studies (OOPS) was founded in late 2005 near Wilmington, Ohio. Since then, we have investigated different types of paranormal activity in a variety of surroundings and locations. While we primarily concentrate on places in Ohio, we have gone as far west as Yuma Arizona and as far south as Atkins, Virginia.

Our primary goal is to either validate the reported paranormal activity or establish a reasonable explanation for that activity. Our services are provided at no cost to the client and, if desired, investigation locations are kept completely confidential.

The second goal of our organization is to help our community overcome the disastrous job losses suffered here. We aid in that effort by helping local small businesses attract people to Wilmington to boost the local economy. The Bicentennial Haunted Tour, Effie's Place Paranormal Academy, and Snow Hill's Dinner and a Ghost are but three of the ways we contribute.

Clinton County Bicentennial July 4th Parade, Blanchester, Ohio

FACT: There is no such thing as a "certified ghost hunter". Many people offer unaccredited courses for a fee to "train and certify" paranormal investigators. Paranormal investigation is a hands on learning situation. Information regarding EVPs, EMF, photography, and other aspects of paranormal investigation can be found on the internet for free. If you feel you need a certificate, design one, print it out and hang it on the wall. It will be just as valid as the ones that cost money.

FACT: Ouija boards are bad. Would you walk alone through the absolute worst part of town at 3 am, with fifty dollar bills hanging out of your pockets, yelling "Is there any body out there?" Think about it.

We are participating in an EVP Global Survey. See our Links page.

Revised: 07/07/10