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Hi, My name is Chris Ratliff (head) of the PGR-IN group (Paranormal Ghost Research Indiana) located in Indianapolis IN. The PGR-IN group has been in existence since the mid 80's and still runs today as an assignment is needed. Paranormal Research has become very popular over the past few years, and we at PGR-IN strive to provide assurance and answers to those that have questions. We try to disprove and alleviate fears when possible, while looking for answers into that great unknown. We do not accept invitations for friendship listings lightly unless you are affiliated with other PG's, but we do take emails, questions, comments, and assignments from time to time as the need arises.
FIRST - let me assure you we are a Paranormal Research group, not a supernatural group. Supernatural refers to anomalies or powers that go above and beyond that of explanation related to god-like powers or understandings. Paranormal refers to anomalies that are just outside human or scientific understanding at present time. Please keep these differences in mind when looking for information into the paranormal universe.
Going into our 22st anniversary of the PGR/PGR-IN Group, I want to take a moment to describe the history associated with us.
PGR (Paranormal Ghost Researchers) was founded in 1986 by Mike Randerhan and Wes Caplan as a way of breaking the boredom of college classes. Little did they know how popular it would become later, nor did they realize how involved they would become with it. They have since travelled to many places around Indiana and surrounding states... heck they even got to investigate the Alamo once. PGR has changed leadership 4 times now. Not due to lack of support or group difficulties, but Mike turned over the group in 1993 to Wes so he could further his education in science in a different state. Upon his return in 1997, Wes decided to switch places so he could do the same. PGR had 3 chapters at one time. Mike ran the group but was generally located north near Fort Wayne, IN. Wes had relocated east just outside Richmond IN, and the latest chapter in the west- Danville, (still running by Chris). In October 2006, Mike and Wes decided to leave and start a 3rd party unbiased evidence review and analysis group called R.E.G.A.R.D.S. Turning over leadership and ownership of PGR to Chris Ratliff after his many years of experience and service to the group (since 1994). Under the new name and foundation of PGR-IN, Chris continues to run the group much the same as it has been in the past, focusing more toward the scientific and debunking of paranormal explanations before determining whether paranormal phenomena exists.
Please email us with any questions regarding known/rumored sites, suggetions, stories, local haunts, etc. We love getting together with PG's and discussing finds, stories, techniques, and more.
Thanks go to Mike and Wes (for starting the group), Chris R. (Unitearica)-see myspace link below, and Robert Cobb (The Dean and my right-hand man) and all the other PGR/PGR-IN members throughout the years and yet to come.
Originally written by Mike R. 9/27/06
Editted 11/23/06 by Chris R.
Re-Editted 06/29/07 by Chris R. and Robert C.
Latest Edit 03/12/08 by Chris R.

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For some of our Favorite Links - PLEASE see our links blog

PGR-IN is one of the IN State Rep's for IPI
for info, see our IPI blog

Coming Up: Check Calendar for recent postings. Updated daily when changes occur.

The new handbook is coming along great. We are continuing to work on it and hope it will be more fundementally useful than our current version.

Official PGR-IN websiteWe have started the Indiana State ParaGroup Initiative Network . If you are a IN or other state group Founder or Leader, plz email/message us or look for our bulletin for more details.

UPDATE: The ISPIN GVS server has opened for anyone to take part in. Click on the page link above to access the ISPIN page for more information.

The new IPI information video is now available via the iPI blog. See how much the IPI community has grown from our last video in 2006.This month's video:
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We believe in Paranormal Unity between all groups.

The "local" investigation area for PGR-IN.
We do investigate outside this area when requested.Indianapolis is the center of Marion County. PGR-IN is located just west in the center of Hendricks County.

I'd like to meet:

..Members of other Paranormal Research groups

Current Moon Phase:


about the moon The Phases of the Moon as shown in video lapse format

My Blog

New for 08 - International Paranormal Investigators

We are PROUD to be a representative of the IPI Community.Information on IPI (by the Founder of IPI):Paranormal Investigators, Teams and general public with an in-depth interest in paranormal research ...
Posted by PGR-IN on Mon, 24 Mar 2008 05:43:00 PST

Skeptic vs Skepticism

The following is an PGR-IN excerpt from a discussion in the TAPS forum. It was posted in response to a clear up a previous PGR-IN comment about skpetics. Give us your opinions as to whether or not you...
Posted by PGR-IN on Wed, 13 Feb 2008 05:33:00 PST

Investigator Packet & Handbook Download

We have been compiling, adding, revising, over and over again; AND guess what? Its paid off!!!  With the release of our information packet, which includes the latest revision of our handbook...
Posted by PGR-IN on Thu, 24 May 2007 05:49:00 PST

Response to attack on TAPS credibility

We at PGR-IN support all teams, not only TAPS.  Even teams who disagree with TAPS methods as long as they make those disagreements known without slander or allegations.  The intent of t...
Posted by PGR-IN on Tue, 09 Oct 2007 10:15:00 PST

Edna Collins Bridge

Sat. Sept 15, 2007 - PGR-IN - Edna Collins Bridge Investigation----------------------------------------------- -------------------- Approx. 10:30PM, Paranormal Ghost Research Indiana went toEdna Collin...
Posted by PGR-IN on Sun, 16 Sep 2007 10:32:00 PST

Some of our Favorite Links

Some of our Favorite Links:Shadowlands Hauntings Locations Directory Index - Excellent Reference!The Atlantic Paranormal Society - as seen on SciFi’s GhostHuntersInternational Paranormal Investi...
Posted by PGR-IN on Tue, 06 Mar 2007 08:03:00 PST

PGR is now PGR-IN

Because of the history of PGR, we (Wes and I {Mike}), have always been fascinated by the analyzing of evidence rather than the process of collecting it.  In mid October '06, Wes started a new&nbs...
Posted by PGR-IN on Wed, 01 Nov 2006 10:15:00 PST