CAVING &
Nov. 13th – Nov 15th
Combo Trip: Caving & Cooking Competition!
Meet: Friday Afternoon at 5:00pm at MSC Parking Lot
Return: Sunday @ 2:00 PM
Caving Location: Appalachian Caverns in Blountville, TN
Camping Location: Warriors Path State Park (Kingsport, TN)
Camping Type: Car Camping
Cooking/Food: Patrol Cooking Competition
(Bring Friday dinner for the road, Sat & Sun food included)
Cost: $110.00
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What is Caving?
This is an awesome trip for the curious scout, cave temperatures remain around 55 degrees Fahrenheit and the main passages are tall enough to walk through, with some narrow corridors and shallow ceilings. These caves also contain much smaller passages branching off and curving back around to the main corridor, so some who choose may have the opportunity to explore and experience crawling and wiggling through some tight places. The caves are safe for beginners and groups, providing an authentic and beautiful introduction to the life and landscape of the subterranean world.
Crawl, climb, get muddy, have fun!
What to expect from Iron Chef?
What to expect from Caving?
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Spend 3 hours inside the cave
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Discuss cave formations (stalactites, stalagmites, soda straws, calcium flows, streams, etc.) and cave life (bats, salamanders, etc.)
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Explore cave passages with a headlamp, candle, or just your eyes (to get a taste of true darkness)!
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Experience the nocturnal beauty of a natural cave. Compare the surroundings and experience with a commercial cave.
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Discuss and use appropriate “leave no trace” etiquette to protect the fragile cave environment.
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Plan to be dirty, you WILL be crawling around in small crevice's
What to pack for the Cave Tour on Saturday?
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Clothing: Two layers on top (a long sleeve shirt and a sweatshirt)
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Long pants (jeans preferred; no shorts)
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Hiking boots (sneakers will work; no open-toed shoes)
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A complete change of clothing for after your tour
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Towel (for the shower)
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Garbage bags for all your dirty belongings
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Any medication to be used on an as-needed basis (asthma inhaler, insulin, etc.)
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If you have any allergies or food restrictions, bring a snack that suits your diet (e.g. if you’re diabetic or have peanut allergies)
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