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Hi, my name's Misty, and I'm going to show you how to create a haunted house in your
backyard for Halloween. First, take a look at your backyard. Notice the space. How can
you easily divide it up? Pick which rooms you're going to decorate, and what themes
are going to be. Each space in your yard should lead to the other, so you have a clear path
for your visitors to go through. Then decorate each space. Use outside decorations that will
last, no matter what the weather is. Each space needs to have its own atmosphere. Maybe
rent a fog machine or backlight some of your decorations so there's a spooky glow to them.
You're also going to need characters. Find some of your theatrical friends or talk to
a local theater company. They might be willing to help. Have each of them decorate themselves
in costumes and props that fit each location, and always have good hiding spots. Imagine
if you're walking through here and someone jumped out from behind here. Surprise --
you have to have the element of surprise. Think about who's going to be using your haunted
house, and decorate the themes to that age group. You're going to want to stay away from
the gory Halloween decorations if your haunted house is for the younger ones. The older kids
like that kind of stuff, so add a little fake blood droplets here and there. But remember,
always have fun, be creative, be safe, and have a happy Halloween.