Carter Caves State Resort Park
Winter Adventure Weekend
January 27-29, 2012
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Cave - Field Trip Descriptions Friday 10:00pmTRIP #4: Mock Expedition Overnight (Level 2) - Extra Fee: $7.50 - Duration: 9 hours - Limit: 30 people - Status: full Prepare for an expedition into the depths of the earth and your imagination. We'll take a mock multi-day cave expedition to a base camp in the ancient cave system of the Cascades. Cavers will team up with Sherpa's to setup a deep base camp and share experiences and ideas of caving as we spend one Friday night in the cavern. All overnight gear is to be supplied by the participant including a required 3 sources of light. Gear must be limited to cold weather camping gear and a tarp or piece of plastic to keep your gear on. Bring caving stories, caving questions, and caving lies to share around the base camp. All participants 14yrs and under must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, no exceptions! There is an extra fee of $7.50 per person for this trip. (Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes or bring gear that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants will be required to decontaminate their shoe treads with a Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at lodge . Transportation required.
Saturday 8:30am
Eastern KY has a rich and proud coal mining heritage. This trip will strive to show the participants what it was actually like to work in the mines with only the light of various flame lamps. From early clamshell lamps to carbide, the last flame lamp, this will be a history and hands on experience of how the miners did their hard work underground with barely enough light to see. We will have working original examples and explain the history of each type of mine light. See original photographs from the day of not only the miners, but the kids as young as 6 years old that worked in the mines day in and day out. Trip will take place on the commercial routes of Cascade Cave. No Flashlights will be used, participants will be provided a carbide miners light (one light per two people) to light the path ahead. (Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants are required to walk across a bio-mat containing Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at lodge . Transportation required.
Saturday 9:00am
Have you ever wondered how we find caves? As it turns out, winter is a perfect time to go looking. We will explore the world of ridge walking by hiking through a section of the park, noting karst features and having a general discussion on the topic. What do we look for? What is important to remember? What can we find? How do we mark our maps and take notes? All this and more will be answered in a nice hike through the woods. Because this hike is off the normal trail system, it is rough! It's not for the kiddies! Participants need sturdy hiking boots, layered warm clothing, a day pack, pack lunch, snacks, water, helmet, knee pads, flashlight, gloves, camera and a small notepad and pencil. Meets at Lodge. Transportation required.
Saturday 9:30am
View X-Cave in a way that most visitors do not... by flashlight only. We will turn out the commercial lights of the cave and cruise the passages with your flashlights. A dependable light source is required for every participant. Keep your eyes peeled and you may see some of the resident big brown bats hibernating in X-Cave. (Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants are required to walk across a bio-mat containing Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at Welcome Center. Transportation required.
Saturday 10:00am
Some of the most unusual and interesting animals are found in the darkness of caves. Bats, bugs, and many other animals call caves their home. Join Breaks Interstate Park Naturalist, Jayd Raines, on a field trip to get an up close and personal look at these creatures of the darkness. Close toed shoes and flashlight are required. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. (Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants are required to walk across a bio-mat containing Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at lodge . Transportation required.
Saturday 10:30am
Cascade is the largest commercial cave in Carter County. You will experience large cave passageways, bats, beautiful cave formations and finish with a look at a 30 foot underground waterfall. This is a commercially lit walking tour with some stooping and bending. Kenny the Real McCoy will be your guide and provide you with one uniquely delivered cave tour. (Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants are required to walk across a bio-mat containing Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at Welcome Center. Transportation required.
Saturday 11:00am
It's not always a breathtaking overlook or picturesque ridge top that makes a hike special. On this trip, we'll concentrate on the views that Carter Caves provides best - cave entrances, our windows into darkness! We'll start out near the Welcome Center, view the entrances of several Cave Branch caves and then hike into Horn Hollow valley where the karst spectacles continue. You'll see no less than 10 different cave entrances, maybe more, each with their own unique personalities, so to speak. Keep in mind that we will NOT be going into any caves, but bring along a camera or sketch pad because these underground wonders are wondrous to behold from the outside too! Join us as we hike with our feet, and our imaginations! (Note: Some off-trail and rough hiking may be required.) Meets at Welcome Center. Transportation required.
Saturday 12:30pm
Eastern KY has a rich and proud coal mining heritage. This trip will strive to show the participants what it was actually like to work in the mines with only the light of various flame lamps. From early clamshell lamps to carbide, the last flame lamp, this will be a history and hands on experience of how the miners did their hard work underground with barely enough light to see. We will have working original examples and explain the history of each type of mine light. See original photographs from the day of not only the miners, but the kids as young as 6 years old that worked in the mines day in and day out. Trip will take place on the commercial routes of Cascade Cave. No Flashlights will be used, participants will be provided a carbide miners light (one light per two people) to light the path ahead.(Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants are required to walk across a bio-mat containing Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at lodge . Transportation required.
Saturday 1:00pm
A commercially lit tour of X-Cave. X-Cave has two vertical joint passages that meander through a large layer of limestone which puts you up-close to many beautiful cave formations. Some of the highlighted features include turkey rock, the pipe organ, and the giant column which is the largest cave formation found at the park. Be aware of your surroundings and you will discover how this cave became known as ""X-Cave."" (Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants are required to walk across a bio-mat containing Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at Welcome Center. Transportation required.
Saturday 2:00pm
Some of the most unusual and interesting animals are found in the darkness of caves. Bats, bugs, and many other animals call caves their home. Join Breaks Interstate Park Naturalist, Jayd Raines, on a field trip to get an up close and personal look at these creatures of the darkness. Close toed shoes and flashlight are required. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. (Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants are required to walk across a bio-mat containing Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at lodge . Transportation required.
Saturday 2:30pm
Cascade is the largest commercial cave in Carter County. You will experience large cave passageways, bats, beautiful cave formations and finish with a look at a 30 foot underground waterfall. This is a commercially lit walking tour with some stooping and bending. Kenny the Real McCoy will be your guide and provide you with a one uniquely delivered cave tour. (Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants are required to walk across a bio-mat containing Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at Welcome Center. Transportation required.
Saturday 4:30pm
A commercially lit tour of X-Cave. X-Cave has two vertical joint passages that meander through a large layer of limestone which puts you up-close to many beautiful cave formations. Some of the highlighted features include turkey rock, the pipe organ, and the giant column which is the largest cave formation found at the park. Be aware of your surroundings and you will discover how this cave became known as ""X-Cave."" (Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants are required to walk across a bio-mat containing Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at Welcome Center. Transportation required.
Sunday 8:30am
Eastern KY has a rich and proud coal mining heritage. This trip will strive to show the participants what it was actually like to work in the mines with only the light of various flame lamps. From early clamshell lamps to carbide, the last flame lamp, this will be a history and hands on experience of how the miners did their hard work underground with barely enough light to see. We will have working original examples and explain the history of each type of mine light. See original photographs from the day of not only the miners, but the kids as young as 6 years old that worked in the mines day in and day out. Trip will take place on the commercial routes of Cascade Cave. No Flashlights will be used, participants will be provided a carbide miners light (one light per two people) to light the path ahead.(Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants are required to walk across a bio-mat containing Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at lodge . Transportation required.
Sunday 9:30am
View X-Cave in a way that most visitors do not... by flashlight only. We will turn out the commercial lights of the cave and cruise the passages with your flashlights. A dependable light source is required for every participant. Keep your eyes peeled and you may see some of the resident big brown bats hibernating in X-Cave. (Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants are required to walk across a bio-mat containing Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at Welcome Center. Transportation required.
Sunday 10:00am
It's not always a breathtaking overlook or picturesque ridge top that makes a hike special. On this trip, we'll concentrate on the views that Carter Caves provides best - cave entrances, our windows into darkness! We'll start out near the Welcome Center, view the entrances of several Cave Branch caves and then hike into Horn Hollow valley where the karst spectacles continue. You'll see no less than 10 different cave entrances, maybe more, each with their own unique personalities, so to speak. Keep in mind that we will NOT be going into any caves, but bring along a camera or sketch pad because these underground wonders are wondrous to behold from the outside too! Join us as we hike with our feet, and our imaginations! (Note: Some off-trail and rough hiking may be required.) Meets at Welcome Center. Transportation required.
Sunday 10:00am
Some of the most unusual and interesting animals are found in the darkness of caves. Bats, bugs, and many other animals call caves their home. Join Breaks Interstate Park Naturalist, Jayd Raines, on a field trip to get an up close and personal look at these creatures of the darkness. Close toed shoes and flashlight are required. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. (Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants are required to walk across a bio-mat containing Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at lodge . Transportation required.
Sunday 10:30am
Cascade is the largest commercial cave in Carter County. You will experience large cave passageways, bats, beautiful cave formations and finish with a look at a 30 foot underground waterfall. This is a commercially lit walking tour with some stooping and bending. Kenny the Real McCoy will be your guide and provide you with one uniquely delivered cave tour. (Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants are required to walk across a bio-mat containing Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at Welcome Center. Transportation required.
Sunday 1:00pm
A commercially lit tour of X-Cave. X-Cave has two vertical joint passages that meander through a large layer of limestone which puts you up-close to many beautiful cave formations. Some of the highlighted features include turkey rock, the pipe organ, and the giant column which is the largest cave formation found at the park. Be aware of your surroundings and you will discover how this cave became known as ""X-Cave."" (Participants please do not wear any clothing or shoes that have been in another cave or mine outside of the Carter Caves area since 2006. This possibly will help prevent the spread of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that is killing bats across the Eastern United States. Because of the seriousness of WNS, all participants are required to walk across a bio-mat containing Lysol I.C. solution at the end of the cave trip.) Meets at Welcome Center. Transportation required.
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