Autonomous Studies of the Enigmatic & Paranormal (A.S.E.P.) is a non-profit organization designed to investigate and / or provide assistance to its clients in the field of paranormal research. This being and not limited to: Cryptozoology, U.F.O./alien, and Supernatural phenomena. The purpose is to garner data from studies performed for the field itself and/or its clients as a method of either validating or debunking claims that may be interpreted as paranormal in origin. A.S.E.P. employs a scientific based approach to all cases. This entails the use of advanced technology/equipment and customized procedures based on the type of anomaly being investigated. A.S.E.P.’s goal is to furnish findings that allude to an explanation or definitive proof of the original claim(s). In some cases it is recognized that the client requires resolution. In those cases A.S.E.P. will assist in resolving the matter as long as it falls within the scope of its studies. If the need arises to enlist specialized individuals or other organizations to achieve this, A.S.E.P. will do so in an effort to help its client. A.S.E.P. will exhaust all means of research to ensure that all the data needed to empower the investigator with knowledge is met.

Born in the Pacific Northwest during the late 70’s, Ben grew up exposed to ghosts, UFO’s and Bigfoot. Whether it was the home he lived in that was haunted, the many shared stories of aliens that his father spoke of, or seeing first hand what he believes was a Sasquatch up in the Olympic Peninsula, it would seem that Ben had anything but a regular upbringing. As a result of this, the things that aren’t so regular are what intrigue Ben. Like so many other people out there, Ben experienced something so profound and unimaginable that he was left with only one option…look at it closer. That is why he founded the Autonomous Studies of the Enigmatic & Paranormal. Being a tech-head by trade, he coupled this with his practical / sensible way of thinking, which in turn gave Ben a logical method towards investigating paranormal events. We all have questions, and Ben’s aim is to try to offer some answers by taking a scientific approach with a healthy dose of skepticism with regards to his research of the paranormal and enigmatic.

Born and raised in California, Nicole moved to Washington years ago and now proudly calls the PacNW home. She spends her time raising her two children, and in her free time loves to bake, cook, paint, draw, dance, read, learn new crafts, and spend time with her family and friends. While her interest in the paranormal has increased in recent years, she has had several experiences with the paranormal throughout her life, her first memory being of a full-bodied apparition when she was 6 or 7 years old. She has recently decided to not let her fear deter her and has been a member of a couple investigation teams. She continues to broaden her horizons in the paranormal through investigations, research, and reading.