By: Cave Spelunking
Going caving is an exciting adventure. Caving is one of the fastest-growing sports in America today. Exploring caves is a lot of fun, of course, but nobody who has ever done any caving will tell you that it is the safest activity you could engage in. If you want "safe," take up knitting. If you want "adventure," take up caving.
The main objective of all conscientious cavers is "safety first." Yes, we are all eager to get started, but we all know that we need to make preparations BEFORE we enter the cave.
* We form a caving party of at least four members because it isn't safe to go caving alone.
* We tell someone who will remain on the surface what our plans are. We tell them which cave we are going into, and we tell them what time we expect to return.
* We always pack a small first aid kit when we are caving. Stuff happens. We know that we need to be prepared.
* We thoroughly check our equipment before we enter a cave. We check ropes, pulleys, harnesses, and other equipment for undue wear.
* The most experienced caver is always in charge of the party.
* The pace is determined by the slowest caver in the group.
* Each and every member of the caving party carries a minimum of three working light sources.
* Each member of the caving party wears a helmet.
* We always take a good supply of water and high-energy foods.
* We plan frequent rest periods. Caving is exhausting. We don't ever plan to "push the envelope" of endurance.
Going caving is exciting and fun, but the most important thing when starting a caving adventure is to do everything possible to ensure that all members of the caving party get back to the surface safe and sound.
Rock On & Keep Spelunking...
Cave Spelunking.
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