How Do You Prepare For A Caving Trip?
Properly preparing for a caving trip is essential to maintaining safety and getting the most out of your experience. Follow the steps below to making sure you have prepared yourself for a caving trip. Research the cave you plan to excavate. Are there rivers? How deep does the cave go? Are there cliffs? What type of reptile/insect life is in the cave? You need to know if the cave is the type you would like to explore or if you should move on to another type of cave. Eat an energy-packed meal full of water and fruits within an hour or two of your excavation. Stay away from sugar, as this will drain much of your energy. Be sure not to eat too much, or you’ll feel sluggish. Dress warmly in clothes that you don’t mind becoming mud-stained. Caves are cool even when the temperatures are warm outside. You don’t want to be caught deep in a cave shivering, as this will drain your energy. Wear high work boots. Remember that the rocks inside of a cave are very slippery. Be sure the books fit your
