Synopses & Reviews
This beginner's guide to speleology emphasizes safety and protection of fragile ecosystems. Learn to plan a caving trip from start to finish. Learn how to use ropes including knot-tying diagrams for the first-time spelunker. Both main types of cave passages, vadose and phreatic, are covered as well as tips on spotting rock formations and cave decorations. Sections on cave surveying and photography round out the book.