Upcoming
DC Grotto Meetings and Events
Saturday, July 20
Day trip to Dyers Cave near Wardensville, WV
DCG will
explore Dyers Cave in Wardensville, WV. This is a beginner trip, but
the cave is more physically demanding than other trips.
Saturday, August 24
Day trip to two caves near Shippensburg, PA
We will spend another day in Shippensburg PA. This time we will visit two caves, Corker Hill and Frustration Pit.
Aug. 29 - Sept. 2
Old Timers Reunion near Dailey, WV
OTR is a unique caving event that has been occurring since the 1950’s.
This is not an open event. You must be sponsored by a member to attend.
Sunday, Sept. 15
Grotto Social Meeting
The meeting will be at the Quarry House Tavern at 8401 Georgia Ave in
Silver Spring, MD. It's a 10-minute walk from the Silver Spring Metro
station. The meeting starts at 7:30 PM. This is an informal
meeting with friends, food, and beer. Check the Tavern's website at quarryhousetavern.com.
September 20-22
NCRC Orientation to Cave Rescue Class in Elkins, WV
This is an intense weekend class that is highly recommended for every
active caver. You will learn what happens during a cave rescue and how
to be a productive part of a rescue team. It also shows you why you
should be a safe caver so you don't become the subject of a rescue.
Friday evening and Saturday will be classroom and practical exercises.
Sunday will be a mock rescue in a real cave. It's a busy weekend, but
well worth the effort. These classes usually fill quickly. More
information is here and a registration form is here.