Caving, also known as spelunking (United States and Canada) and potholing (United Kingdom and Ireland), is the recreational pastime of exploring wild cave systems (as distinguished from show caves). In contrast, speleology is the scientific study of caves and the cave environment. [1]

2022年10月2日 · People cave for different reasons with a fundamental understanding that caving is inherently dangerous and that you could be injured while caving. I'm sure some people love the thrill of caving and feel a happy adrenaline from it. Some people are there to do scientific research and learn/document of new discoveries.

I’m genuinely curious. I was listening to a podcast about someone going caving and having to turn their head sideways to fit through a gap and it made me feel ill. Then you hear stories about people such as John Edward Jones whose body is still inside a cave and it’s made me wonder why people would want to go caving.

2017年1月20日 · Few things are more dangerous than exploring caves. For the men and women who travel into the depths of the Earth, the risks are incredible. As they squeeze through narrow pathways, climb down steep chasms, and dive into freezing subterranean waters, they play a dangerous game with their lives.

In this comprehensive caving guide for beginners, delve into the rich history, learn more about practical essentials, and discover the best places in the world to go caving for the first time! Caving is a very special kind of outdoor activity that immerses you in a geological wonderland.

When we talk about caving, also known as spelunking in the United States and potholing in the UK, we refer to the exploration of caves and underground passages. Caving can be as simple as walking through large, dry caves or as complex as navigating narrow, water-filled tunnels.

2022年2月28日 · If you love the idea of seeing hidden underground worlds, a caving adventure might just be for you. Caving, also known as potholing in the UK and spelunking in the USA, isn’t for everyone but it is – its advocates will tell you – a great way to experience some of the Earth’s stunning geological wonders. What Is Caving?

2010年8月2日 · A typical cave trip will consist of walking on uneven terrain, crawling (and squeezing) through low passageways or tunnels, and climbing up or down into whatever rooms the cave may feature. A good four to five hour trip has the potential to work every major muscle group in your body.

2024年11月30日 · From how ancient people relied on caves to how they became sites for groundbreaking scientific discoveries and adventurous recreation, we’ll cover it all. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or just curious about the mysteries underground, this journey into the past might just spark your sense of wonder.

2014年4月14日 · Everest was the world’s tallest peak long before Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay scaled it. But a cave is only officially a cave when people have passed through it.