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Canada possesses a largest number of caves that range in level of difficulty and length, offering something for every adventurer.

Caving is an adventure sport which carries inherent risks such as flooding, rock instability, falls, getting stuck, getting lost, light failure, exhaustion, and hypothermia. Your chances of being injured are significantly reduced by danger awareness and knowledge of equipment and techniques.

The Right Gear
The 10 Essentials
Trip Plan left with responsible person
Helmet with chin strap
Good, reliable light mounted to helmet
Minimum of two backup lights
Thermal underwear, with an extra layer for colder caves
Warm socks, with extras
Coveralls or Nylon Oversuit
Sturdy, rubber-lugged boots
Gloves
Lifeline (carabiners & 30’x1” tubular nylon webbing)
Side Pack
Knee & elbow pads
At least 3 experienced and enthusiastic caver friends

Advanced (Vertical Gear)
All Basic gear plus:
Sit Harness
Chest Harness
Descender
Croll & Jammer
Carabiners - plenty
Static ropes

If you’re a first-timer, start by taking a tour with a recognized Cave Tour Operators. Then, if you’re still keen to become a caver, contact one of the organized groups in your area.

Before you head out, ensure that you carry proper, reliable equipment and know how to use it safely.

While you’re captivated by the wonders of the subterranean world, please practice the Cavers’ Code of Conduct and remember to respect:

  • your experience – cave within your physical/mental ability and limitations; and,
  • the environment – stick to established underground routes and practice the cavers’ motto: "Take nothing but pictures, kill nothing but time, leave no trace."
  • Regardless of your experience level, never go caving alone and always leave a Trip Plan!
Cool Links

ONTARIO
Caving in Ontario
Caves of Ontario

QUEBEC
Canyoning-Québec
Caving in Quebec
Société québécoise de spéléologie

NEW BRUNSWICK
Caves of New Brunswick
Caving in New Brunswick

NEWFOUNDLAND/LABRADOR
Caving in Newfoundland

 

 
 
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