Build Workshops
Gaining technical knowledge in the paranormal through discussion, exploration, and play
with Lauren Hellekson
The Build Workshop helps those interested in deepening their technical knowledge in the paranormal industry to better understand the application of 3 big energetic forces we see and look for in the paranormal research world:
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Electromagnetic Radiation
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Static Electricity
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Kinetic Energy
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As a group, workshop participants learn about and discuss the differences between these energies, the equipment that can measure and/or record them, and how we can better utilize this knowledge in our investigative techniques.
Hands on application of some of this knowledge is utilize through visual, verbal, and direct assistance in building a fully functional EM Proximity Sensor (REM Pod)!
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What a Build Workshop includes:
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All materials, supplies, tools, and step by step instructions
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Pre drilled and prepared "Prox Kit"TM ready to be dismantled, rewired, and reassembled for paranormal use
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Light color assortment, Paint, stickers, and fun ways to customize the look of your pod
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A handy pocket screwdriver kit to keep
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Full presentation, Q&A, and mechanical equipment testing with equipment developer Lauren Hellekson
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*While there is no electrical, mechanical, or technical knowledge needed for this workshop, it is geared solely to adults and is not kid friendly. Minimum age for workshop is 16 years old with parent also participating as an additional ticket holder.
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Book a Build Workshop for:
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Paranormal Events
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Group or team activities
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Paranormal Parties
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Haunted locations looking for a unique event to offer at public haunts
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2025 Pricing Guide
***Workshops are not available for ParaCons or vendor events for the 2025 season***
Base price per person is reserved for locations within 3 hours driving distance of Youngstown, Ohio. Additional fees for travel time/accommodations and all location requirements are listed below!
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Please note:
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Workshop is on average 4 hours for 10-15 people and may be up to 6 hours for 16-20 people
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This includes:
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Presentation
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Instruction
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All tools, materials, and equipment
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Hands on assistance
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Facilitator roles
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some components need high heat bonding that participants aren't covered to conduct themselves for liability reasons
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Equipment decoration
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Any mending of parts, wires, or components that may have been broken or improperly connected during workshop
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Mechanical testing of all units​
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Base Pricing* and Requirements
*Base price is what the workshop costs, any additional pricing that the location would like to add for their own profit is up to them!
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$75 per person (minimum age is strictly 16 and must be accompanied by a ticket holding guardian)
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Minimum attendance - 10 participants or $750
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Location must sell tickets for their own event
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Location must have parking to accommodate number of tickets available
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Location must have space, seating, and tables to accommodate number of tickets available
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Seating must include at least 2-4 square feet of work space per participant
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Ample lighting or additional light sources must be provided
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If location would like to host a ghost hunt after the workshop, I'm always happy to stay and facilitate at no additional cost!
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Additional Fees
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Locations further than 3 hours from Youngstown, Ohio must add $5 per drivable hour to base event price (example Location is 6 hours from Youngstown, Ohio - base price for event would be $90/person) - location can also elect to compensate full roundtrip milage at the 2025 IRS standard milage rate (for reference: 2024 standard rate was $0.64/mile)
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If location is more than 3 hours driving distance, overnight accommodations must be provided via local full hookup campsite or electric hookup RV parking (this can be discussed further during a consult!)
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If location does not hold liability insurance, a single day event policy can be issued for $100
Other Workshop Rules
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Alcohol is not permitted at any workshop, visibly intoxicated people will be asked to leave without refund of base ticket price
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Minimum age is strictly set with no exceptions
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Locations* must have proof of event or location liability insurance (private parties and events can be discussed during a consult)​