
Join us for a spooky weekend filled with talks, workshops, and exhibits on all things cryptids and paranormal at our 3rd Annual Conference!
Welcome to the 3rd Annual Cryptids and Paranormal Conference! Join us for a day filled with thrilling discussions, spooky stories, and mysterious encounters. This event will be held at the Our House Restaurant and Banquet Facility, the perfect setting for exploring the unknown. Get ready to dive into the world of cryptids, UFOs, ghosts, and more with fellow enthusiasts and experts in the field. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, there's something for everyone at this conference. Don't miss out on this opportunity to uncover the secrets of the unexplained!
FOUNDER: MICHAEL O'CONNOR
Michael O’Connor is the owner and founder of Cryptids and Paranormal Productions. He is the organizer of The 3rd annual Cryptids and Paranormal Conference. Michael has been a cryptid and paranormal enthusiast. Since 2005 Michael has gone on a dozen independent and BFRO (Bigfoot Research Organization) sponsored expeditions in thenortheast, from the White Mountains of New Hampshire to the Pine Barrens of New Jersey. When not out in the wild, looking for evidence of cryptid primate activity, Michael has taken part in paranormal investigations in the area’s numerous infamous locations of intrigue. Michael has been the lead singer of the rock group Mikell’s Plot for the past twenty-five years; he is also an accomplished Class A chess player. Michael has spoken at the NJ/PA UFO Study Group, which meets every third Wednesday of the month at the Robbinsville Public Library and welcomes all interested parties.
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Michael O'Connor is available for lectures and investigations
mike@cryptidsparanormalproductions.com or mikellsplot@hotmail.com
GUEST SPEAKERS
Hailed by The New York Times as “The Female Indiana Jones” and referred to as “Her Wildness”—Dr. Mayor is a world-renowned primatologist, author, explorer, and Emmy Award winning TV host.
Dr. Jeff Meldrum is a Full Professor of Anatomy & Anthropology at Idaho State University (since 1993).
Ronny LeBlanc is the author of the best-selling book Monsterland: Encounters with UFOs, Bigfoot, and
Orange Orbs and MONSTERLAND
Fortean researcher, author, and publisher of the syndicated 'Phantoms and Monsters' blog.
Four-time author Ron Yacovetti began
investigating the paranormal during his 14 years as a resident of Los Angeles, California. This
geographic diversity gave him the opportunity to investigate some of the most notable haunts
on both coasts.
Lyle Blackburn is a native Texan known for his work as an author, podcaster, and cryptid researcher.
Nine Lives Paranormal was founded by dynamic duo Gail Gamble and Cara Cilento, is dedicated to
unraveling the mysteries of the paranormal.

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Dana Halloran
Master of Ceremonies

​Guest speakers
Dr. Jeff Meldrum
Dr. Mireya Mayor
Ronny LeBlanc
Lyle Blackburn
Lon Strickler
Ron Yacovetti & Lourdes Gonzalez of The Staticom Project
Gail Gamble and Cara Cilento of Nine lives Paranormal
​(Special Guests)
Madam Metatron (Monica) Pyschic Card Reader
Mary Beth Hanlon Pyschic Card Reader
Rhonda Alin Psychic Card Reader
​Freehold Ghost Tours Hosted by Youtubes Becca G.
Christie Seyglinski Paranormal Investigator and Author
Weird N.J.
