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Get Dirty - A Tumbling Rock Christmas!!




The Basics:
Event Type:Caving
Event Location: Scottsboro, Al
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Dec 21 2013  10:00 am >> Sat, Dec 21 2013 7:30 pm  (Carpool Departure: 10:00 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Sat, Nov 30 2013 10:32 am
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Dec 20 2013 10:00 pm
Event Duration:9 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:3 Miles
Pace:Fast
Trip Leader(s):
Shane Sutton
Dianne
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:18
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 17 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

A Tumbling Rock Christmas!!!!!

We will be headed to the Christmas Tree formation inside of Tumbling Rock.  This is a beginner trip; however, depending on the group attending, there is plenty to explore and tackle on the way in.


I strongly recommend that cavers have their own trusted equipment; however, on a per request basis I will make Helmets and lights available ($10 cash). If you need to rent one let me know.  We will also do some exploring in small groups, anyone less adventuresome should bring an extra jacket in case they are waiting, in the main passage, for the crawlers to come back. You will be muddy and dirty but the Cave remains a constant 58 degrees.  

I find that TR is a warmer cave to me so you have been warned!!!

***proper attire is required, please no cotton. This is a beginners cave trip, but there are still risks involved.  I will contact anyone without experience to make sure they have proper equipment and clothing to make sure everyone has the best possible time.***


Required Items to Bring:

Here is a Checklist as well as some suggestions for gear: 

 

Caving Helmet (no bike helmets)(Here is a place to check prices, I wear and Ecrin Roc (no longer available, and i also have a Petzl Elios)

(http://www. innermountainoutfitters.com/categories/hel mets/caving/)

(http://www.rei.com/category/4500689)

Best Bang Petzl Elios

 

Petzl Elios Climbing HelmetRecommended Petzl Vertex VentPetzl Vertex Vent Climbing Helmet

 

Headlamp (Waterproof)(100 lumins minimum/over preferred)

(http://www.innermountainou tfitters.com/categories/flashlights/lights /?sort=pricedesc)

(http://www.rei.com/category/40006352 )

best bang for Buck Princeton Tec Apex Image 1

 

2 other light sources minimum

 

plenty of batteries (backups for all your lights, double for your main)

 

backpack/fanny pack (Small!!!!)

( http://www.innermountainou tfitters.com/categories/packs-bags/? sort=pricedesc )

( http://onrope1.c om/store/index.php? p=catalog&parent=12&pg=1 )

best bang for your buck Swaygo Swaygo Packs

 

water (Small!!!)

 

snacks (small resealable)

 

longsleeve shirt (synthetic materials only, no cotton)

 

long pants (no jeans or cotton) (I wear Shorts with polythermal linings underneath)

 

boots (no five fingers or steel toes)

 

gloves (no cotton, best are plumbers gloves)

 

kneepads (no hard plastics)

best bang for your buck Franklin Dome Kneepads (black)Franklin Sports Volleyball Knee Pads (Colors May Vary)

 

elbowpads (no hard plastics)(cheapest are Franklin volleyball pads)

 

towell (I, and other cavers, prefer not to watch you change covered in mud, not a good look)

 

trashbag for dirty clothes (I prefer a rubbermaid bin)

change of clothes for ride home (important if you want a ride back)

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

 

small coat if you are cold natured


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

No directions to the cave will be given...  The carpool is required unless you already know where it is!!!

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):150Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 10:00 am
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $60.00 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:

Looking for caving gear??

 

http://www.innermountainoutfitters.co m/       Local

http://onrope1.com/store/index.php              Chattanooga

http://www.rei. com/                                  DUH!

http:// www.karstsports.com/


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

Cost Includes:

There is a $10 parking/changing room/bathroom donation per person.  It is for a good cause and furthers cave conservation in the Southeast.

Do not try to pay the aoc!!!!


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

Anyone who can't attend on the day of the even, please text or email me to let me know.

 

Shane Sutton

678-387-7894

sutton.shane1980@yahoo.com