Hood River sits in the Columbia Gorge along the Columbia river surrounded by fields, orchards, vineyards, and at the foot of Oregon's tallest mountain, Mount Hood. "The area was inhabited by Native Americans when the Lewis and Clark expedition passed through on October 29, 1805. Here they found a campsite called “Waucoma,” or “place of big trees.” The camp was located near what … [Read more...] about Hood River Oregon’s Haunted Hotels
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The Haunting of Captain George Conrad Flavel House in Astoria, OR
About the House The Flavel House in Astoria, while now a museum, was once a mansion that is haunted by the spirits of those poor souls of the family who once inhabited its walls. The phantom remnants of the Flavel family have made themselves known by speaking amongst themselves—which has been reported as disembodied voices—as well as practicing music in the empty rooms. A … [Read more...] about The Haunting of Captain George Conrad Flavel House in Astoria, OR
The True Abilities of a Poltergeist
The Mysterious History of the Poltergeist Poltergeists are often connected with ghosts, and while it’s true that ghosts can be poltergeists, poltergeists are not always ghosts. Categorized by their noisy nature, their ability to move objects, as well as various other physical disturbances. The term poltergeist comes from the German language, poltern, “to knock,” and geist, … [Read more...] about The True Abilities of a Poltergeist
Ghost, Demon, or Poltergeist?
Haunted by Ghosts As was discussed in our article Ghosts Can Be More Than Just Dead People, ghosts are generally the spirits of humans and animals that have passed away. What people assume or claim are ghosts are not necessarily fitting of their description, but it’s easy to understand why the whole thing might be a little bit confusing. The truth is, is that ghosts, demons, … [Read more...] about Ghost, Demon, or Poltergeist?
Ghosts Are More Than Just the Spirits of the Dead
What Are Ghosts? Are they the benevolent spirits of our loved ones who have passed on? Or are they malevolent specters haunting the shadows, waiting for the moment to attack unwitting victims? Modern folklore says that ghosts are the souls or spirits of a dead person or animal that can often be perceived by the living. These apparitions vary widely in descriptions, whether … [Read more...] about Ghosts Are More Than Just the Spirits of the Dead