What are the proper caving ethics?
1) Never go caving alone.. 2) Wear a good helmet with a chin strap with the primary light source attached. Always carry 3 light sources in case one should fail. 3) Always tell someone where and when you will be back. 4) Caving is extremely tiring, so you should know your limit and take your time. 5) Never sit still in a cave for a long period of time; this could cause hypothermia (shivering is the first sign). 6) Wear good boots with a deep sole if possible. Traction is very important. 7) Water, food, first aid kit, extra batteries, elbow & knee pads is something else you may consider carrying with you also. 8) Avoid jumping, cave floors are seldom level and may result in an injury if you jump. 9) Learn proper vertical ropework before attempting to rappel into pits, this is a big factor in cave rescues.
