For your safety, please exercise the following precautions:
Wear appropriate safety gear - Prevent injury by wearing long sleeves, pants and closed-toed shoes or boots. Most caves are about 55°F (13°C), and have uneven floors. Gloves and kneepads are recommended in difficult caves.
Protect your head - Use bicycle, construction, or other types of helmets. Bump hats are sold at the visitor center.
Bring enough light - Each person should carry at least one flashlight with extra batteries (and bulbs if available). Three flashlights per person are ideal. Flashlights may be borrowed during open hours from the visitor center.
Know yourself and your group - Choose caves suitable for everyone in your group. Don't push beyond anyone's limits. Children and seniors should be able to walk safely on their own. Caves are not appropriate places for infants.
Explore as a group - Tell a friend or family member where you are going and when you expect to return. If you must go alone, choose easier caves and carry three flashlights.
Know your route - Be observant, look back at junctions and landmarks to make mental notes. A book of cave maps can be purchased in the visitor center - learn to read map symbols before you go. Using a compass will help you use the maps.
Have a check in person - Tell someone WHERE you are going and WHEN you expect to return. Do not deviate from your planned itinerary.