Speleo Shopping
- Helmet - A hard hat with a chin strap and mounted with a primary source of light is recommended. (Hard hats be UIAA approved)
- Back-Up Light - For safe caving two sources of back up light with spare part (batteries, bulbs, carbide etc)should be carried in your pack.
- Footwear - Good sturdy hiking or work boots with non-slip lug soles and ankle support.
- Clothing - Average caves temperatures in our area average 56 degrees. It not a bad idea to wear extra layers for added warmth.
- Gloves - Protective gloves to protect your hands from cuts.
- Cave Pack - To carry extra equipment( food, water, flashlights, batteries, trash bags, carbide, extra clothing, first aid kit) is strongly advise.
- Knee Pads -(Optional)But keep in mind that a lot of crawling can put the hurts on your knees!
- Food - Carry plenty of high energy foods along that will last the entire trip. Don't forget plenty of water.
- Trash Bag - A trash bag can provide warmth should an emergency arise, be handy for carring trash out of the cave and is great to put muddy caves clothes in after the trip.