Basic Caving Gear
Essentials:
q Helmet with chinstrap and headlamp
q Backup lights (at least 3 independent sources;
i.e. extra headlamp, flashlights, LEDs, glow sticks)
q Extra batteries and bulbs (for ALL light
sources)
q Candle, cigarette lighter, or matches for
testing for bad air
q Knee pads
q Elbow pads (optional but useful)
q Gloves (Work-type, canvas or leather)
q Hiking boots (sturdy; non-marking/light-soled)
q Boot socks
q Jeans, shirt, sweatshirt or light jacket (will
get dirty)
q Small backpack (day-pack) or fannypack
q Water bottle
q Drinking water
q Pee bottle
q Food (high-energy, easy-to-eat)
q Plastic bags/ziplocks for trash, food, etc.
q First aid kit (basic, compact; at least one
person in the caving party should have this item)
Other helpful but optional caving gear:
q Waterproof gunny sack (for wet caves)
q Water socks (for working on or around
formations)
q Space blanket
q Hand warmer pouches
Basic Camping Equipment
q Tent, tarps, etc.
q Sleeping bag, pad, pillow, etc.
q Sunblock
q First aid kit
q Non-caving clothes; dry clothes for exiting
cave
q Rain jacket or poncho
q Food, drinking water, cooking & eating
utensils
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