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Cave Softly

  • Do not use caves as restrooms
  • Stay on the trail, if one exists
  • If you see any bats, leave the area quietly
  • Do not damage formations


    Cave Safely:

  • Tell someone where you are going
  • Wear a hard hat, jacket, long pants and sturdy shoes
  • Carry extra sources of light
  • Pay attention to your route
  • Watch for low ceilings, uneven floors, ice and other hazards
  • No gas or carbide lanterns allowed
     
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