The Introduction to Caving Program

10:00 am        $40 per participant – ages 12 & up

This two-hour introduction to caving program (longer depending on group size) involves a walk through the two larger passages in the lit parts of Laurel Caverns, and a trip through a steep rocky passage down into the two largest rooms in the unlit portions of Laurel Caverns. Two extensive side-passages, one involving some crawling, are also explored. 

Participants must wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and hiking boots, that lace above the ankles. Participants are encouraged to bring a change of clothing. Laurel Caverns provides a hard hat with light. An introductory class on cave safety and rescue is a key feature.

A release form must be signed by all participants and lawfully co-signed for minors, then presented at the time one’s program begins. Minors must be accompanied by a supervising adult. Additional rules, not covered here, are found in the release form. Weekday tours are available to schools, scouts, and summer camps, bringing groups of ten or more, by calling: 724-438-3003. Please arrive 30 minutes early for registration.

  

Distance Covered: about one mile – 1.61 kilometers        Deepest point: 250 feet