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 		Hiking in Florida's Withlacoochee State Forest
Florida is famous for the numerous underwater caves throughout the state. However, many visitors and some residents are unaware of the dry caves that dot the state.
Surveying and Mapping Caves
A tape, compass and clinometer are used to measure and sketch caves while graph paper and a protractor are employed to produce high-quality cave maps.
Caving in the American Southeast
Caving is a little-known sport that combines exploration with intense physical exercise. Cavers crawl, climb, squeeze and slide through caves in the name of discovery.
The Geology of Limestone Caves
Ever wonder what's going on under the Earth's surface? Caves take thousands of years to form and are among the most delicate ecosystems on the planet.
Vampire Bats in Mexican Caves
Beneficial bats are in decline in Mexican caves while populations of the vampire bat, Desmodus rotundus, which has unique abilities for survival, are flourishing.
Caves of the Summan Plateau
Saudi Arabia has hundreds of limestone caves located only a few hours north of Riyadh, offering visitors a cool underground climate and stunning crystal formations.
Histoplasmosis and Mexican Caves
Cavers in Mexico may easily breathe in the invisible spores of the fungus Histoplasma capsulatum, resulting in symptoms that can range from a bad cough to death.
"Mexican Caves are Full of Gold"
Mexican ranchers go to great lengths trying to find gold and other treasure in caves and ancient tombs.
Carbon Dioxide in Caves
An inexpensive butane lighter can indicate the underground presence of invisible, odorless carbon dioxide and can help cavers avoid death by asphyxiation.
Basic Safety Tips for Cavers
Carrying three sources of light, using a helmet and wearing adequate clothing can save the lives of cavers and spelunkers in the event of a caving accident.
Caves of Western Mexico
Western Mexico has deep pits, beautifully decorated limestone caves and peculiar dangers which cavers and speleologists should be aware of.
Caving, The Challenge of Underground Exploration
Caves can be treacherous, but good training, gear and companions can turn caving into a safe and valued experience.
Archeological Potential of Arabian Lava Tubes
Well preserved artifacts and bones found in lava tubes suggest that the volcanic caves of western Saudi Arabia may be important to archeology.
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