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Anderson Springs Cave Trip


The Basics:
Event Type:Caving
Event Location: Crockford-Pigeon Mtn, GA
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Apr 30 2011  7:15 am >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 7:30 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Tue, Apr 26 2011 8:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Apr 29 2011 8:00 pm
Event Duration:Long day
Difficulty Rating:D5: Difficult (Exploratory)
Pace:
Trip Leader(s):
Tony Theriault
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:4
Number Registered So Far: 6 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Note: This is an "EXPLORATORY" trip. This means that there are parts of this trip, or perhaps the whole trip, that is new to your Trip Leader(s). However, they are confident that this will not be an issue.
This note is here so that you can make an informed decision. When a Trip Leader isn't personally familiar with a trip, there is an increased chance of things not going as planned and you need to be prepared. The Trip Leader may have additional details in the itinerary.

Itinerary:
Trip leader has not visited this cave before, so be prepared for the unexpected.  

Read Required items list and confirm you will arrive with all before signing up.  

Although listed as exploratory D7, it is likely a D4-D5 level trip based on info I have. 

Join me on a scouting trip for a new to AOC cave.  We will check out Anderson Spring Cave on Pigeon Mtn.  It is wet, horizontal stream passage and nicely decorated with large formations.  The photos I've seen are outstanding.  Expect to get cold and wet in places including a  crawl in the water with a low ceiling.  The water is a nippy 58 degrees.  There is a moderate 1 mile hike down to the cave and strenuous return with a step uphill back to the vehicles.  The cave has ~ 2 miles of passage.  Expect to be underground for ~ 5 hours or more.  It is reportedly a fairly mazy cave so it may take a little while to learn it and navigate to the places we want to see.  First time cavers are welcome if you are in good fitness, enjoy some discomfort, okay in tight spaces, and confident of ability to complete the trip. Plan to see some really nice formations, dip into chilly water, get a bit muddy, and use some muscles that are not normally exercised.  


Required Items to Bring:
Caving Helmet and Waterproof headlamp (Rental helmet and light available)
Spare waterproof light
Spare Batteries in watertight container 
Kneepads
Gloves
Polypro or other synthetic clothing, 2 layers.    
2 large trash bags
Food for a 8+ hr trip
Drink
Sturdy boots
Small Pack
Cash for carpool driver
 
Come Prepared!  PLEASE DO NOT expect it is okay to join a caving trip without batteries for your lights, without proper clothing, (Np Blue jeans, cotton t-shirts, open-toe shoes, slick sole shoes), or bicycle helmet with duck-taped flashlight.  This is a wild cave, with no rangers, no guides, and no serious medical assistance assistance for many hours. Trip leaders will be glad to answer any questions and advise more on what is needed and where to find it.      

 		Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Camera in waterproof container.
 

 

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Specific directions will be given at carpool.  
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):220Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 7:30 am
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $88.00 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.


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