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I'd cancel. The address for the place is 1113 Sterling Point Place, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563 which comes up as a residential address when you google it & it's "home" to Boodee & Coomara too.

You can get that puppet on Amazon instead.

https://www.amazon.com/NECA-Replica-Possessed-Slashy-Puppet/dp/B07G2MJ4SY

Use a small pump, a little scenery, some figurines, food coloring or RIT dye, and voilà, a tabletop fountain/ritual sacrifice diorama.

I’m thinking rolls of reflective Mylar.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018VI75CS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_TP08ZGA7VE39RB02CCEK?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

(Link might not be the exact product, but my local plastic supply store has Mylar with a mirror finish)

https://www.amazon.com/Haunted-Doorbell-Plastic-Halloween-Decoration/dp/B01M6U5SWZ/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1535468355&sr=8-8&keywords=motion+activated+halloween+door - this one actually works with your doorbell, if that's the sort of setup you're looking for.

https://www.amazon.com/Motion-Activated-Light-Halloween-Bundle/dp/B074KJ7NPM/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1535468448&sr=8-14&keywords=motion+activated+halloween - these are pretty cool and the ghost makes "haunted ghost sounds".

Just go to Amazon and search for "motion activated Halloween" and you'll find tons...

I use these Anker speakers, they have pretty good bass, reasonable small footprint, are weatherproof, and have good battery life: https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B016XTADG2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You can heare them in use here, the first dead men tell no tales is out on the front fence and faces away to the street, the second is the talking skeleton (in the rib cage) and third is the singing pumpkins: https://old.reddit.com/r/HalloweenProps/comments/yj3ygb/aussie_halloween/

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1327829210885374/

Says they'll ship it but it'll be pricey. Its in South Carolina.

I bought a used one this year. Got it pretty cheap because the audio doesn't work. Not sure if it's the speaker or the board, but the lights and movement all work. Plus the fog coming out of the horse's mouth is a neat effect.

Sorry, missed Halloween but maybe helpful for next year.

This is hard bc fog machines need to warm up, so the smart outlet isn't a great solution.

OP, probably the most straightforward way to accomplish this is through a smarthome button pusher, like this: https://www.amazon.com/SwitchBot-Smart-Switch-Button-Pusher/dp/B07B4D9KVX

If you've google searched and not found anything to plug into the back of the machine, then just hook up this device and let it press the button for you.

Something like THIS tree would be really cool. Using fiber optic strands

All my fav channels are already mentioned, so I’ll share some lights I found that are amazing.

So good I use year-round

Great solar option

Literally had the same realization about monster guts shipping to canada this morning. Instead I’m thinking of getting this Motor and this plug/wire connector Plug/connector . I’ll have to figure out my own arm/extension to go onto the motor head, and some brackets to hold it onto a piece of plywood, but I figure a walk through Home Depot will get me what I need. I don’t think I need a speed controller as 10RPM should work for what I’m doing (spider tunnel where the spiders rise and fall from above) The wiring for this set up seems super beginner friendly, positive into positive, negative into negative and tighten the screws, so hopefully it works out :p

There are LED bulbs out there that do a pretty nice job. Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Y-STOP-Flame-Effect-Light/dp/B07KJL5FXV/ref=sr\_1\_1\_sspa?keywords=led+flame+effect+light+bulb&qid=1664884181&qu=eyJxc2MiOiI0Ljk3IiwicXNhIjoiNC40OCIsInFzcCI6IjQuMjkifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=LED+Flame%2Caps%2C84&sr=8...

wiring them up is not that hard. i order something similar to this from amazon. they are cheap, relatively well made, and ez to setup. i use heatwrap to weatherproof the wiring connection (you have to wire it to the plug) but you can even just use electrical tape.

these are very similar to the holiday deer motors, just w/o the plastic casing.

if this still is too much id go with monsterguts or frightprops.

Ground anchor like this are easier to hide because they can go flush with the ground. Also harder to remove and some have a drill attachment for easy setting.

https://www.amazon.com/CORQUE-Screw-Ground-Anchors-Folding/dp/B08FCW54Z3/ref=sr_1_12?crid=173YLV262SKGF&keywords=ground+anchor&qid=1664559453&qu=eyJxc2MiOiI2LjYwIiwicXNhIjoiNi4yMyIsInFzcCI6IjUuOTYifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=ground+anchor%2Ca...

Ultimate version detection method:
1: For the fog machine after a few years, check whether the power cord and fuse can work normally and whether it will heat up. If it does not heat after a few minutes, the heater is damaged.
2: Add water, not mist liquid, first clear the residual substances in the pipeline, after a few minutes, is it normal spraying, if spraying, there is no problem with the pump and the pipeline, if it is not sprayed, there is a problem with the pump.
3: The controller, or remote control, must replace the battery, and the battery for several years will also be caused by insufficient power, and it will not work properly.
4: Safety issues, use must be kept away from flammable and explosive objects, stop working, cool down, and then organize to avoid burns.https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5357XHH?ref=myi_title_dp

https://www.amazon.com/Novostella-Second-Generation-Dimmable-Waterproof-Multicolor/dp/B08WX4QN63/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?crid=GBNTUGU5WCFK&keywords=outdoor+LED+flood+light+color+changing&qid=1661788438&sprefix=outdoor+led+flood+light+color+changing%2Caps%2C81&sr=8-3-spons&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.18ed3cb5-28d5-4975-8bc7-93deae8f9840&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFHMU9MMFM0MFMxTU8mZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA0MzgyOTEyNkYzV0NaRTRTWjdIJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA3NzE5NzIzNlVHRE82SzdWUFJLJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

https://www.amazon.com/DAYBETTER-Waterproof-Flexible-Changing-Controller/dp/B07JN28KP3/ref=sr_1_5?crid=ELXV27VV10JB&keywords=outdoor%2BLED%2Bstrip%2Blights&qid=1661786494&sprefix=outdoor%2Bled%2Bstrip%2Blight%2Caps%2C79&sr=8-5&th=1

Should do the trick.

I use these on some cheap projectors that I have that will play files. You can program it to power on, wait a few seconds, then navigate to the files you want to play.

BroadLink RM4 Mini IR Universal... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZSF46BX?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

use steel wire and never worry about anything falling or flying. (you'll need a wire cutter and crimper)

https://www.amazon.com/Hanging-Kit%EF%BC%8CGuide-Outdoor-Stainless-Turnbuckle/dp/B0877X1FC4/ref=sr\_1\_5?crid=2ZAP4BTO5DMZB

Sure no problem. The fishing line is 2mm thick. It may look thicker in the video. I got it from Amazon fishing line from Amazon DORISEA Extreme Braid 100% PE 300 m geflochtene Angelschnur 2,7–250 kg Test-Angeldraht, Angelschnur, abriebfest, unglaubliche Superline, Zero Stretch, kleiner Durchmesser https://www.amazon.de/dp/B077YFNYWJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_0WZMVCS7XRSH9JGJ6K8G

So mine has the wood frame which you can see in the pictures, then the door is also a wood frame that fits pretty snugly inside the main frame. The foam covering the door overlaps the main frame so that helps create a pretty decent seal. Some comes out the back but not much.

Had that not worked I was planning to use something like this

TORRAMI Felt Weather Stripping Seal Tape 11/32 inch x 11/32 inch x 16 ft, Self Adhesive Door Brush Seal Strip with New Package Neat Pile Keep Draft Out Warm in Winter, Grey https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RWY5PDS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_glt_fabc_Q7RTJCAHHH9W1QC1XTYZ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Maybe that could work on yours?

https://smile.amazon.com/T-SUNRISE-Spotlights-Waterproof-Adjustable-Separately/dp/B07H975ZKT

I use these. Write down the instructions to remember how to work them so you don't forget how to work them, there's no remote. Long press for on/off. They cycle colors, then a single quick press for the color you want. Do another single quick press to continue cycling and try another color.

I would us an Arduino and a relay. Should be able wire something like this to do both lights, white light as the normal on and black light as normal off. Arduino a an overkill but probably the easiest way to get into it.

Thanks! TIL. I checked back at the light I bought and they list the wavelength as: 385-400nm. So I think I’m good?

I’ve found that all the jars of glow in the dark paint I have bought at craft stores, Halloween stores, and online have glowed pretty well, but only when paired with a decent black light. Incandescent black lights (one with a tungsten filament) do not work at all. Compact fluorescent, straight fluorescent, and LED black lights will make anything with glow, bright white, or neon paints shine quite brightly. I would spray them with GLO-X Glow In The Dark Spray Paint (10.6 oz Can) Clear Spray Paint That Glows Green In The Dark - Powered Light & Sun Activated Glow - In The Dark Paint for Metal & Plastic - Glow Acrylic Paint https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KNXZ38B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_JVNJCP6PWX7AGFXTNHZ0 and a black flood light Lysed 60W LED Black Light,Blacklight Flood Light with Plug, IP66 Waterproof, Black Lights for Glow Party,Glow in The Dark, Stage Lighting, Aquarium, Body Paint, Fluorescent Poster, Neon Glow https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T5B6MRR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_C0AQ9JTF9YHSVFXQ04TG

You just reminded me I have some of this stuff, I haven’t checked what it looks like in black light yet.

I’ll try it later next week and see what it does. Also maybe sunscreen? Or sunblock? But that might be black.. Some kind of spray or protectant that is UV reactive would be interesting to find.

303 Marine UV Protectant Spray for Vinyl, Plastic, Rubber, Fiberglass, Leather And More – Dust and Dirt Repellant - Non-Toxic, Matte Finish, 32 fl. oz. (30306) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000XBCURW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_690BP7R6ZHKRKKAG4K6C?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I'm in Chicago and use a pop up canopy like the above, along with 3 of these sun walls which have kept my animatronics dry through a handful of storms. ABCCANOPY Instant Canopy SunWall 10x10 FT, 1 Pack Sidewall Only, Black https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07M5JPL7Y/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_QF2YF7XFDARCZVCPXCWK?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Then again 1 canopy leg bent, and eventually snapped, after a real bad storm, but I didn't have it fully secured to the ground with the cords. I just used ground stakes. Lesson learned and will try again this year.

Turn this into a haunted witches hut. Make some walls out of black vinyl from hardware store, use pallets to keep the animatronics out of the soggy ground, and decorate it with old scrap wood, tree branches maybe, cob webs, etc, this will creat a structure for the animatronics to stay dry and improve your scene. Cauldron in the middle in front of the witch for hood measure and what ever color lighting you like. Boom! Weather proof ready to spook.

Ambassador, 10' x 10', Roller Bag and 4 Piece Spike Set, Steel Gray Instant Canopy Shelter Tent https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076FVC7D8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_5JT1G7BC5C151F79B9B1

Oh forgot I also use these in my haunt and while sound is not great, the flickering candle affect is the perfect ambiance to my grave yard https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F7XYRR5/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdb_imm_Z24FR9GV1SKCR5K48F6G?_encoding=UTF8

These are what I use for yard lighting. solar lights

And then I cutout a circle of plastic overlay and tape it to the front. plastic overlay

Solenoid (which will need pneumatic ends you can buy at any hardware store)

Momentary Switch

As another commenter said, you could use a different type of switch too to trigger it, such as a foot pad or motion sensor.

Found this on Amazon, and it seems to have good reviews. And it looks like the color you’re trying to achieve is on there:

Fog Machine, BZBRLZ 500W Smoke Machine with 13 Colorful LED Lights Effect, 2000CFM Fog with 30cm Wired Receiver and 2 Wireless Remote Controls, Perfect for Wedding, Halloween, Christmas Party https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Z8NN12Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_99FMJN7H625PXKQ0XZYP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Thanks! Both the solenoid and the light are attached to a foot switch that I wired in. The light itself is one of the energy efficient bulbs (the regular bulbs kept blowing) on a dismantled table lamp.

absolutely. I have purchased a lot of projectors over the time from places like eBay. If you want a really good quality projector that won't break the bank. Check out:

https://www.amazon.com/YABER-Projector-Support-Compatible-Smartphone/dp/B07WS7XFLG

Also take a look at the shopgoodwill website. They often have great auctions on name brand projectors cheap.

funny - doesn't look like spirit even sells those, at least not on their website. There's one on Amazon that has a shot into the top with the silk off - definitely centrifugal fans. At $200 each they must be pretty good sized.

https://www.amazon.com/Artificial-flame-Flame-Effect-Light/dp/B01N0DHZ7G/ref=pd_sbs_267_1/136-9735388-5265535?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01N0DHZ7G&pd_rd_r=a0d829de-4830-4e69-a434-1ed65ad5dda8&pd_rd_w=nWzAM&pd_rd_wg=463DP&pf_rd_p=b65ee94e-1282-43fc-a8b1-8bf931f6dfab&pf_rd_r=Y44RG2A0EZ64WHJJGXDM&psc=1&refRID=Y44RG2A0EZ64WHJJGXDM

Thanks for this! I was thinking of the Ridgeyard 1500W Fog & Smoke Machine - 2.5L but if the general consensus is that I should spend the extra money on a better unit & construct a chiller that's definitely what I'll do