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Caving FAQs
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- Always have at least three sources of light
◦ Never cave alone, a minimum of four is recommended. Caving is a high-risk sport!
◦ Leave word where you are and an expected return time allowing for delays
◦ Always obtain permission to enter a cave or mine. Trespassing is illegal!
◦ Hypothermia is a serious risk. Keep moving if you are cold
◦ Use plastic flagging or stone piles for a trail marker. Never mark a cave wall
◦ Never attempt a vertical cave without the proper ascending and descending gear
- When moving vertically and over loose or wet rocks always use
three points of contact (two feet and one hand etc)
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