NEARPS strives to provide the highest quality in all of our endeavors. Integral to that goal is the requirement that our membership roster consist of individuals who are of the highest caliber. We welcome individuals with a strong commitment and dedication to expanding their knowledge of the field while furthering the organizational mission and goals.

Membership in NEARPS is extremely rewarding and offers a unique opportunity to participate in ongoing research activities which contribute to expanding scientific knowledge of paranormal phenomena.

Interested in becoming a Paranormal Investigator?

The first requirement is a desire to seek the truth, whether Paranormal in nature or not.

You must also have access to, or be willing to purchase the necessary equipment which includes a digital camera and a video camera,  with  night-shot technology along with a digital voice recorder.  An extra infrared illuminator for the video camera is also a plus.  You do not need to have these to apply, you simply need to be willing and able to purchase them within a reasonable amount of time. Members are also encouraged to purchase other pieces of equipment for personal use as his or her finances allow.

Monthly Dues of $5 per person per month include free admission to all meetings and training sessions when they are held, as well as invitations to all open investigations once the required level of training is reached.  Dues may also be paid on a yearly basis, if you so desire, but no amount will be refunded should you pay up for a whole year and choose to terminate membership before the year is up.

1. All active members are to adhere to the guidelines and Code of Conduct set forth by NEARPS.  If you have any specific questions about our guidelines, it is your responsibility to ask someone in authority. Any active member who demonstrates ignorance of  NEARPS protocols, guidelines and/or codes of conduct will be subject to immediate dismissal from the organization.

2. A written report is expected of all members who attend an investigation. All reports should comply with the report format provided for you, and should be turned in to the NEARPS Director of Investigations within one month following the date of the investigation.  

3. All data collected at an investigation becomes the property of NEARPS. This includes, but is not limited to, photos, video recordings, digital recordings, notes, etc.

4. NEARPS  normally holds one meeting each month in Northeast Arkansas (unless we inform you otherwise.) Meetings are usually held on Friday evenings. Although meetings are not mandatory, any active member with unexcused absences from 3 consecutive meetings may forfeit their active member status.

5.  NEARPS normally holds at least 1 scheduled investigation each month, usually in Northeast Arkansas. Investigations are usually held on Friday evenings. Although investigations are not mandatory, any active member with unexcused absences from 3 consecutive scheduled investigations may forfeit their active member status. Any combination of six (6) unexcused absences, whether meeting or investigation, within a twelve month time period will result in immediate dismissal.  Potential applicants are advised to make sure they can be available on most Friday evenings before applying.

6. All active members are expected to provide suggestions for future investigations.
          a. Should such a suggestion refer to an indoor site, the NEARPS Director of Investigations will be accountable for sending a proposal letter to the person(s) responsible for the location (unless you know the host personally). Please be sure to provide us with all necessary information regarding the suggested location. 
          b. If an outdoor location is suggested, active members are asked to inform us of any situations possibly limiting our access. (i.e. "No Trespassing" signs, locked gates, etc.) Such limitations would require a proposal letter.

7. The name NEARPS may not be used by anyone without the express written consent of the NEARPS Director of Investigations.

8. Any personal investigation(s) conducted by active member(s) will not be deemed as organizational functions unless:
          a.  The NEARPS Director of Investigations is present at the event; or
          b. Someone has been temporarily appointed by the NEARPS Director of Investigations as group/function leader and/or spokesperson in our absence; and
          c. The event was orchestrated through the NEARPS Director of Investigations.

9. No active member may communicate, by verbal, written or other means, to any person or organization on behalf of NEARPS. Any communication you may have with individuals and/or organizations not a part of this group is strictly of a personal nature. Should any individual or organization request comments on behalf of NEARPS, they should be directed to the NEARPS Director of Investigations.

10. NEARPS active membership is a voluntary program. In acceptance of, or by maintaining, active membership in  NEARPS, you openly agree to the following:
          a.  NEARPS is not responsible for any injuries you may incur at any NEARPS function.
          b. Any host(s) permitting access for a formal investigation by NEARPS is not responsible for any injuries you may incur while at the location of investigation.
          c. You, as an active member, accept full responsibility for your individual actions and well being at any NEARPS function.