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Caving at Tumbling Rock


The Basics:
Event Type:Caving
Event Location: Scottsboro, AL
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Aug 22 2010  7:00 am >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 7:15 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Tue, Jul 27 2010 8:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Aug 20 2010 10:00 pm
Event Duration:14 hrs including driving, caving & meal in Scottsboro. Expect arrival at carpool around 9pm.
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Trip Leader(s):
EB
Dianne
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:5
Number Registered So Far: 12 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Tumbling Rock

Join us for a little Sunday caving, and cool off from the summer heat.

This is one of our favourite caves, and with good reason! Tumbling Rock Cave has a variety of historical and natural features such as the remains of Salt-peter mining from the 1700's to 1800's, large flowstone formations with nice coloration of translucent blues, grays & whites, massive column formations called the elephants feet and a hallway of older formations called the "Totem Gallery"—imagine the columns seen in old Greek and Roman ruins. 

Our main destination will be the "topless dome" with a 400' high waterfall cascading from the ceiling and the Christmas Tree. There are six miles of cave and rooms to explore and we'll explore as much as can be safely travelled in a group. Trip time will be about five hours round trip. This is not considered a very tough cave, so it's perfect for folks who only cave occasionally.

Beginners are welcome: Please keep in mind that caving is an active sport that requires more from your body than a casual hike. Squeezes through tight spaces, crawling on your hands and knees, twisting, climbing up and climbing down are just part of the fun :-)

Required Items to Bring:
  • Caving or Climbing Helmet with a BRIGHT Water Resistant Light. Bicycle helmets will not do. If you don't have a helmet, rentals will be available. If you are renting a helmet you will need to bring 8AA size batteries for the light. 4 for the light and 4 for spares. 
  • A backup light such as a medium sized 2AA or 3AA Maglight, and extra batteries for your main light
  • Gloves and Knee pads (soft only, no hard plastic)
  • Hiking Boots or shoes with good tread (no smooth soles)
  • And we will get very wet so synthetic clothes are best, cotton or denim will hold water and you will be cold. The air tempin the cave is relatively warm but the water is around 58 degrees. 
  • A daypack or fanny pack to hold water, snacks (energy bars), a spare light and anything else you wish to bring with you. Ziplock bags are great for keeping items dry. Please also bring a wide mouthed "throwaway" bottle such as an empty VitaminWater bottle, or extra tough zip lock bags; we practice Leave No Trace and that includes personal waste in caves.
  • At the end of the trip (outside the cave) you will need a change of clothes and a large plastic bag to contain your dirty/wet clothes for the trip back to the park and ride.
  • Money for a meal in Scottsboro after caving
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Willingness to get dirty :-)

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Directions will be distributed at carpool or sent directly to attendees meeting at event upon request.
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):240Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 7:15 am
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $96.00 using a reimbursement rate guideline of $0.400 per mile. The total amount should be divided by the number of people in the vehicle, including the driver. This is a guideline, not a rule, for drivers but the cost should not be higher unless there are extenuating circumstances.

Notes:
* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Cost Includes:The SCCI (Southeastern Cave Conservation Inc.) leases and manages the cave from private owners.  A donation of $10 is required for non-members and $7 for members.  Payment is at the entrance to the cave manager.  The money directly supports the cost of leasing, managing and protecting the cave.  The SCCI's focus is on cave conservation and providing access to caves for cavers in the Southeastern US.
http://www.scci.org/


If you are renting a helmet, the cost is $10. You will need to tell us in advance if you intend to do so. This includes a light, but not batteries.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.