Boy Scouts
Mary Dawson showing scouts how to use the blow gun that was used during the Mississippian Time Period at Russell Cave. Antoine Fletcher
To learn more about scout projects and how to earn merit badges in the park email Mary Dawson, Scout Coordinator, or call her at 256-495-2672. 
Indian Lore Merit Badge Boy Scouts of America 
Orienteering Merit Badge Boy Scouts of America 
Mammal Study Merit Badge Boy Scouts of America 
Resource Stewardship Scout Ranger NPS |
Did You Know?
Most of the pottery found at Russell Cave is less than 2500 years old. Some pottery types lasted for hundreds of years while others were only used a few years. The last pottery used in the Cave was broken around A.D. 1500 to 1650.