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The Saturday session will include hands-on training, including rescue practice through an outdoor obstacle course.

  • Participants should wear durable, warm clothing and footwear.
  • Gloves and knee pads are recommended.
  • Bring a sack lunch or money to purchase lunch from the restaurant at Glenwood Caverns. There will not be time to go down the tram to eat at other locations.
The Sunday mock rescue will require standard horizontal caving equipment. April weather in Glenwood may range from freezing, snowy winter conditions to sunny, balmy Rocky Mountain spring days. Please be prepared for whatever conditions may occur. Each participant must have the following:
  • A helmet with a mounted light
  • Two back-up sources of light
  • Warm clothing - The cave is a constant 52 degrees F with 99% humidity
  • Sturdy ankle-high lace up leather boots or hiking shoes with slip resistant/lug soles
  • Gloves
  • Bottled Water
  • Sack lunch
Additional items that are not required, but highly recommended:
  • Flexible knee and elbow pads.
  • A small pack to carry gear.
  • A hat or fleece vest - Rescue operations may include may include times of heavy exertion interspersed amongst periods of sitting and waiting, a hat or fleece vest will make the latter much more comfortable.
Mark all of your equipment with your name or other personal identification mark.
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