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The team that covers the area known as "Acadiana." This includes all of south central Louisiana.
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- Cajun Country ParaCon 2026 | Louisiana Spirits
Where the Spirits Of the Bayou Come Alive! A paranormal event to share our Cajun culture, food, music, mysteries & "joie de vivre" (joy of living) here in Louisiana. Join us as we step back in time and explore Vermilionville Historical Village. (All funds go into creating ParaCon and donation to the village). Admission includes access to the village, presentations, some meet and greets with special guests, and great vendor booths to visit! VIP Admission includes a ghost investigation with special guests, of the historical village, early access to meet the special guests during the Con, and more!! Limited VIP Tickets Available! April 10-11th, 2026 Your Host: Louisiana Spirits is the state's leading paranormal investigation team, dedicated to uncovering the truth behind active and historic locations with a blend of scientific methods, historical research, and deep respect for the unknown. As a living history village museum, Vermilionville has a large permanent collection of historical artifacts, including seven original homes dating from circa 1790 to 1880, as well as the furnishings, appliances, tools, housewares, boats, and decorative arts commonly used around this period of time. To make our village complete, Vermilionville also has several structures that are reproductions of period buildings, as well as tools, furniture, and folklife objects crafted by our artisans. These are part of our educational collection and used in craft demonstrations and as props. Vermilionville also houses an archival collection including photographs, audiovisual materials, historic maps, and the museum’s internal records. Along with the permanent collections, Vermilionville houses many long-term and permanent loans in the collections, used for temporary and permanent exhibits. Ghostly Bayou Weekend At A Glance... Note: Events Subject to Change Friday Cajun Country ParaCon kicks off with: Para with a Normal Night! -Para With a Normal VIP Passes & Ghost Level Sponsors are invited to a pizza party: 4:30-5:30 Come meet Michael Gagliano & Marylynn (along with some of our other amazing guests) for dinner! -Gallery Reading w/ Marylynn: 6:00-7:00 $20/person, limit of 40 in the Zydeco Room in the Host hotel. -Then prepare yourselves for our Para With a Normal VIP Investigation in Opelousas at the c. 1890 Shutes Building: 8:00-11:00PM (Transportation provided) Pass Cost: $150 and there are NO REFUNDS for this event. Saturday -Con: 10AM-3PM -Vermilionville VIP Investigation: 8:00-11:00PM (30 limit) This year our evening investigation will be a little different to accommodate all our attendees and their respective interests. Mediums, intuitives and empaths can focus their energies inside the Buller House following the pull of energy. All are welcome to investigate this house, but NO equipment will be used there. Our VIP can use equipment in all other houses during the night . Groups will rotate through each house & investigate. Special guests and team members will be located at each house to help the event run smoother. VIP price: $125. NO REFUNDS More Info! Workshops Workshops Workshops Workshops Let the Good Spirits Roll--Join the Games with a Cajun Twist! Virtual Cajun Scavenger Hunt Twice a month, Louisiana Spirits will post on the CCP FB page, a Cajun statement. If you choose to play, you will need to research and write down your answer. The first 3 people to turn in their answers (all CORRECT) to the Louisiana Spirits table at CCP, will win a T-shirt!! Starts June 1st-April 1st Gator Hunt-Rubber Gator Edition All around Vermilionville, cute tiny little rubber gators will be hidden around the village. When you find the gator, check the bottom for a number. That number will match with a SURPRISE gift! Find Da Rougarou During the Con, there will be clues for a scavenger hunt that will lead you to the Rougarou! Follow those clues throughout the village. First to find the Rougarou, you will win a T-shirt! Cajun Children's Zone The Green Space: Bring your own tent, chairs and tables There will be: -Pe'tanque (a French sport of throwing balls to get them as close as possible to a smaller target ball (the "jack" or "cochonnet"). It is played by two teams of 2 or 3 players, standing within a circle on the ground. The goal is to score points by having boules closer to the jack than the opponent's boules) -Face Painting -Balloons -Connect 4 -Baby Alligators (possibly to hold) *SUBJECT TO CHANGE -Popcorn Machine (1.00/bag) -Cotton Candy -Catch a Gator: Catch a rubber gator in the pool and win a prize! Tickets Contact Marci Lee for VIP tickets and sponsor/vendor info! Note: There are LIMITED VIP TICKETS! *There are NO REFUNDS available for Cajun Country ParaCon, as we cannot control weather circumstances. 337-255-8112 mlee@laspirits.com First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting! Special Offer! Shop All New Arrival Cajun Country Rougarou Regular Price $30.00 Sale Price $24.00 Add to Cart New Arrival Cajun Country Alien Regular Price $30.00 Sale Price $24.00 Add to Cart New Arrival Cajun Country Bigfoot Regular Price $30.00 Sale Price $24.00 Add to Cart CCP Guests and Vendors Who are you going to see? Renowned paranormal investigators, psychics, and authors? Come explore unique offerings from vendors of metaphysical goods, relics, and supernatural curiosities--all in one unforgettable experience! Here will be our list of special guests!!
- Central | Louisiana Spirits
The newest chapter of Louisiana Spirits that covers all of central Louisiana. Our Central Team This is a new and upcoming team covering all of central Louisiana, around the Deridder area. Marci Lee State Director Email info@mysite.com Call 123-456-7890 Follow
- South East | Louisiana Spirits
The members of Louisiana Spirits that reside near New Orleans all the way to Baton Rouge. Our South East Team. These people cover the entirety of the south east section of Louisiana, including New Orleans. Stephen Bonaventure Case Manager David Young Co-Case Manager Lauren Tham Investigator Jacob Murphy Investigator Misti Gaither Investigator/Medium Catherine Gaither Investigator Amanda Investigator Email sbonaventure@laspirits.com Call 337-255-8112 Follow
- Resources | Louisiana Spirits
Information on all of our equipment, recommendations on books and all other things paranormal! Affiliates Louisiana Spirits, a dedicated paranormal investigation nonprofit organization, receives invaluable support from various blogs and companies that share a passion for the supernatural. These blogs delve into the mysteries of the paranormal, featuring stories, investigations, and insights that resonate with enthusiasts. Companies that align with Louisiana Spirits often contribute resources, sponsorships, and promotional efforts enhance our outreach and educational initiatives. Together, we foster a deeper understanding of the paranormal landscape in Louisiana, bringing together a community of curious minds and explorers. Click Here
- Paranormal Uncensored: A Raw Look at Louisiana Ghost Hunting | Louisiana Spirits
< Back Paranormal Uncensored: A Raw Look at Louisiana Ghost Hunting REVIEWS "Have you been thinking of joining a paranormal group? Or thinking about starting a paranormal group? Are you interested in hearing about someone’s experience doing both? Then we recommend you read Paranormal Uncensored: A Raw Look at Louisiana Ghost Hunting by Brad Duplechien. We here at Spectral Review listen and read a lot about the paranormal community. A recurring theme mentioned by many in the community are the petty jealousies and bickering that occur between members of paranormal groups, whether those people are in the same group or not. Most of these complaints lack any detail so someone from the outside world like us doesn’t really understand what the problems entail. Perhaps these people don’t want to finger and single out others. Fortunately for us, Brad Duplechien doesn’t have that problem. :) The tome Paranormal Uncensored: A Raw Look at Louisiana Ghost Hunting immerses us into the world of paranormal investigation, a glimpse at some of the people in it, and the problems that arise. We found Mr Duplechien’s writing style very enjoyable. As a reader you feel like you are in a comfortable rocking chair and Mr Duplechien is across from you, telling you about his journey as a paranormal investigator while you sit back and enjoy the story telling. In his writing, Mr Duplechien covers Louisiana folklore, ghost hunting basics including the basic tools used by investigators. Much of the book covers the many places he has investigated and the people he had to deal with along the way. This is a really good book and again if you are interested in seeing the world of the paranormal investigator from the inside we recommend that you get Paranormal Uncensored: A Raw Look at Louisiana Ghost Hunting." -Spectral Review "Brad Duplechien, the founder of Louisiana Spirits Paranormal Investigations, not only offers up great ghost stories in his self-published book, Paranormal Uncensored: A Raw Look at Louisiana Ghost Hunting (iUniverse), but explains how he got into the business and his travails along the way. Part spook fest, part tell-all, it's a wonderful look into the world of ghost hunting. Duplechien starts the book with his first paranormal experience in a notoriously creepy cemetery in central Louisiana called Fort Derussy, near the remains of the Civil War defense along the Red River. His description of the cemetery visits are enough to give ghost lovers a great thrill, but it's only a taste of what is to come. After Duplechien discovers ghost hunting from the popular TV show, he realizes he wants to learn the trade and begins by hooking up with other investigators via the Internet and having his own investigation fall into his lap. His first job (these are all volunteer) goes against Louisiana stereotypes, occurring on a piece of property with an abandoned home and two trailers -- no plantation here. What Duplechien discovers on this job gives him encouragement to continue even when politics, personalities and competition among paranormal groups flare up. While recounting the paranormal experiences of this household, for instance, he also describes the "sensitives" who tag along, two people Duplechien doesn't trust and who eventually work against the legitimacy of the group. The author doesn't hold anything back, exposing the nasty backbiting of paranormal groups trying to establish themselves in the wake of the popularity of ghost hunting, and he's not scared to name names. Although I found the whole story of establishing himself as a ghost hunter fascinating, I would have preferred a bit more ghost stories. Let's hope there's a sequel. Public sites that Duplechien visited include Oak Alley, the Joseph Jefferson Mansion, Marland's Bridge in Sunset and Deridder Jail." Previous Next
- Haunted Nation Blog | Louisiana Spirits
< Back Haunted Nation Blog After years of research, Haunted Nation has been created and consists of detailed blog entries of haunted locations throught the country. New locations are added on a daily basis, giving you an in-depth look at some of the most fascinating and intriguing paranormal hotspots around! Consider this to be GeoSpirits on a massive dose of steroids! Click to visit! Previous Next
- Media | Louisiana Spirits
Media Coverage Below you will find a list of all media coverage we have obtained, newspapers, magazines, news programs, internet radio, television, FM radio, and more! Television SDS Dateline: "The Fight for America's Souls" Episode of Ghost Brothers on TLC (S2 E2 - Long Leaf SawMill) Episode of Ghost Adventures (King's Tavern Episode) Episode of Paranormal Witness on Sy-Fy Episode of "A Haunting" on Destination America (Season 5 Episode 4 "The Allen House") World's Largest Ghost Town featuring Bill Murphy of Sy-Fy's Fact or Faked KADN Fox 15 (Lafayette) KSLA Channel 12 KNOE Channel 8 KPLC Channel 7 UnCoventional My Ghost Story (Biography Channel) KALB Newschannel 5 (Alexandria) KATC Channel 3 (Lafayette) KTAL-TV Channel 6 -KTBS Channel 3 WGNO Channel 26 Newspaper The Crowley Post Signal -The Shreveport Times -The Baton Rouge Advocate -The News Star -The American Press -Beauregard Daily News -Acadiana Weekly Times -LSU Daily Reveille -The Daily Iberian -Eunice Today -The Daily World -Bastrop Daily Enterprise -The Acadiana Advocate -The Washington Times -The Avoyelles Weekly Journal -The Vermillion AM/FM RADIO -Coast to Coast AM -Supertalk KRMD 1340AM -KRMD 101.1 FM -LA 103.5 -Red LA 104.3 -Q93 KQID -KMOX 1120AM St. Louis -KANE Radio
- About | Louisiana Spirits
Boasting one of the largest caseloads of any group in the country, we are proud to be Louisiana's oldest and most structured investigative team with a reputation that is second to none! We provide confidential and professional services to our clients consisting of quality investigations, detailed reports, and courteous follow-ups, putting our referral system in a league of its own. The Full Story About: A Name You Can Trust Boasting one of the largest caseloads of any group in the country, we are proud to be Louisiana's oldest and most structured investigative team with a reputation that is second to none! We provide confidential and professional services to our clients consisting of quality investigations, detailed reports, and courteous follow-ups, putting our referral system in a league of its own. Statewide Coverage We are proud to be the only paranormal investigative group in the state that regularly covers every inch of Louisiana! By being divided into six fully functional and self-contained chapters, we can easily dispatch a team to any location in the state. Message From the Founders Hello, we are Brad Duplechien and Brandon Thomas, Founders of LaSpirits. We strive to be the premiere paranormal investigative group in Louisiana. We created this group not only to seek answers for ourselves, but to educate and assist others in a field that is respected by few, yet intriguing to all. If you have any questions or need any help, please contact us!
- Paranormal Exploration | Louisiana Spirits – United States
Louisiana Spirits is a leading paranormal investigation business dedicated to providing confidential and professional services. Our team conducts quality investigations at historical places in Louisiana, including plantations, local businesses, and museums. We deliver detailed reports and courteous follow-ups to our clients, ensuring a unique and reliable experience. Discover the mysterious world of the paranormal with Louisiana Spirits. Welcome Check out this great story, as we were featured on SBS Dateline. Click to watch "The Fight for America's Soul!" GeoSpirits: Our interactive haunted locations map is now online! Be sure to visit our new Haunted Nation blog. Click the link below for a full recap of our very successful 2025 Cajun Country Para-Con! Cajun Country Para-con 2026 is quickly approaching!! View More Cajun Country ParaCon 2026 Join Us for Fun 2024 DISCOVER THE PARANORMAL WORLD Explore Haunted Locations with Us Quick View New Arrival Cajun Country Rougarou Regular Price $30.00 Sale Price $24.00 Quick View New Arrival Cajun Country Alien Regular Price $30.00 Sale Price $24.00 Quick View New Arrival Cajun Country Bigfoot Regular Price $30.00 Sale Price $24.00 LATEST STORIES UPCOMING EVENTS Event Title Event Time Event Date Change the event description to include your own content. Adjust the settings to customize the style. September 2025 MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN ABOUT LOUISIANA SPIRITS Who We Are Louisiana Spirits is a leading paranormal investigation group dedicated to providing confidential and professional services. Our team conducts quality investigations at historical places in Louisiana, including plantations, local businesses, private clients, and museums. We deliver detailed reports and courteous follow-ups to our clients, ensuring a unique and reliable experience. Discover the mysterious world of the paranormal with Louisiana Spirits. Learn More In Memory of Chance Lefleur Eternal Member 6/15/72 - 5/23/22 How should you prepare for a paranormal investigation? Preparation is key for a successful paranormal investigation. This includes researching the location's history, understanding reported paranormal activity, and ensuring all equipment is working. Mental preparation is also important, as investigating the unknown can be mentally taxing. What tools do you need for ghost hunting? The tools you need for ghost hunting can vary. At Louisiana Spirits, we use a mix of technology and traditional equipment. Essential tools include EMF meters to detect energy changes, digital recorders for capturing EVPs (Electronic Voice Phenomena), flashlights for safety and communication, infrared or low-light cameras for capturing images and videos, and spirit boxes for real-time communication. There are many more tools to explore! How do you tell the difference between paranormal and natural explanations? We approach each case with skepticism, seeking natural explanations first. Through data collection and analysis, we rule out all possible natural explanations before considering it paranormal activity. What are common myths about ghost hunting? Common myths about ghost hunting include the belief that all paranormal activity is malevolent, that investigations are like TV shows, and that anyone can do it without training or respect for spirits. In reality, paranormal activity is often quiet and uneventful, requiring patience. It's like fishing; you do it because you love it, and not every trip results in a catch. Get in Touch 337-255-8112 mlee@laspirits.com First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!
- Explore Paranormal Investigations | Louisiana Spirits Haunted Locations Map
Louisiana Spirits is a leading paranormal investigation business dedicated to providing confidential and professional services. Our team conducts quality investigations at historical places in Louisiana, including plantations, local businesses, and museums. We deliver detailed reports and courteous follow-ups to our clients, ensuring a unique and reliable experience. Discover the mysterious world of the paranormal with Louisiana Spirits. Paranormal 101 Please click the below listed articles for very helpful information regarding such areas such as paranormal investigating, cryptozoology, demonology, and more! Much of the information below has been compiled by multiple sources. Any Louisiana Spirits copyright notes are strictly for our logo and name. The information listed in these documents is not copyrighted by Louisiana Spirits in any way.
- North | Louisiana Spirits
The members of Louisiana Spirits that reside in the Northern parts of Louisiana. Our Northern Team. The members that cover all of Northern Louisiana. Bess Maxwell Case Manager Connie Williamson Co-Case Manager Kirk Cormier Investigator Traci Myers Investigator Keith Myers Investigator James Palmer Investigator Susan Coleman Investigator Email info@mysite.com Call 123-456-7890 Follow Discover Our Work Explore the Northern team's investigation and discover valuable insights. We appreciate your curiosity and hope you find the information enlightening! Read More
- Profile | Louisiana Spirits
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