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Huntsville Grotto of the National Speleological Society

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    • 25 Jan 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly vertical trips! This month we are going to Mrs. Millers Cave, in Marshall County. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below. Vertical caving involves technical maneuvers while on rope and is not for beginners. All attendees on a vertical trip shall have their own vertical equipment and be able to demonstrate requisite skills. 

    If you'd like to learn more about vertical techniques, the grotto has a monthly practice night. Additionally, classes in Single Rope Technique (SRT) can be found from the NSS Vertical Training Commission (VTC), and the Huntsville Cave Rescue Unit (HCRU). 

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly on a beginner horizontal trip. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? A vertical trip leader shall be able to safely rig, inspect attendees for safety, and be familiar with rescue techniques. Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 5 Feb 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • NSS Headquarters, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL

    The Monthly Grotto meeting will be held at the NSS headquarters in the Big room at 7pm. The executive Board meeting will be at 6pm. I look forward to seeing you there.

    • 8 Feb 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly horizontal trips! This month we are going to Graves Cave, in Blount County. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below.

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 22 Feb 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly vertical trips! This month we are going to Equinox Pit and Vernal Well, in Madison County. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below. Vertical caving involves technical maneuvers while on rope and is not for beginners. All attendees on a vertical trip shall have their own vertical equipment and be able to demonstrate requisite skills. 

    If you'd like to learn more about vertical techniques, the grotto has a monthly practice night. Additionally, classes in Single Rope Technique (SRT) can be found from the NSS Vertical Training Commission (VTC), and the Huntsville Cave Rescue Unit (HCRU). 

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly on a beginner horizontal trip. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? A vertical trip leader shall be able to safely rig, inspect attendees for safety, and be familiar with rescue techniques. Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 5 Mar 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • NSS Headquarters, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL

    The Monthly Grotto meeting will be held at the NSS headquarters in the Big room at 7pm. The executive Board meeting will be at 6pm. I look forward to seeing you there.

    • 15 Mar 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly horizontal trips! This month we are going to Cherry Hollow, in Marshall County. We will be helping clean up a trashed up entrance and exploring the cave. This is a choice cave for beginners. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below.

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 22 Mar 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly vertical trips! This month we are going to Rusty's Cave, in Dade County, GA. Rusty's has a short entrance drop with lots of horizontal passage beyond that. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below. Vertical caving involves technical maneuvers while on rope and is not for beginners. All attendees on a vertical trip shall have their own vertical equipment and be able to demonstrate requisite skills. 

    If you'd like to learn more about vertical techniques, the grotto has a monthly practice night. Additionally, classes in Single Rope Technique (SRT) can be found from the NSS Vertical Training Commission (VTC), and the Huntsville Cave Rescue Unit (HCRU). 

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly on a beginner horizontal trip. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? A vertical trip leader shall be able to safely rig, inspect attendees for safety, and be familiar with rescue techniques. Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 2 Apr 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • NSS Headquarters, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL

    The Monthly Grotto meeting will be held at the NSS headquarters in the Big room at 7pm. The executive Board meeting will be at 6pm. I look forward to seeing you there.

    • 5 Apr 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly horizontal trips! This month we are going to Jess Elliot Cave, in Jackson County. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below.

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 19 Apr 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly vertical trips! This month we are going to Haggard Cave, in Marion County, TN. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below. Vertical caving involves technical maneuvers while on rope and is not for beginners. All attendees on a vertical trip shall have their own vertical equipment and be able to demonstrate requisite skills. 

    If you'd like to learn more about vertical techniques, the grotto has a monthly practice night. Additionally, classes in Single Rope Technique (SRT) can be found from the NSS Vertical Training Commission (VTC), and the Huntsville Cave Rescue Unit (HCRU). 

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly on a beginner horizontal trip. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? A vertical trip leader shall be able to safely rig, inspect attendees for safety, and be familiar with rescue techniques. Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 7 May 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • NSS Headquarters, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL

    The Monthly Grotto meeting will be held at the NSS headquarters in the Big room at 7pm. The executive Board meeting will be at 6pm. I look forward to seeing you there.

    • 10 May 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly horizontal trips! This month we are going to Bluff River Cave, in Jackson County. This is a good beginner cave. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below.

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 10 May 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly vertical trips! This month we are going to Rumbling Falls Cave, in Van Buren County, TN. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below. Vertical caving involves technical maneuvers while on rope and is not for beginners. All attendees on a vertical trip shall have their own vertical equipment and be able to demonstrate requisite skills. 

    If you'd like to learn more about vertical techniques, the grotto has a monthly practice night. Additionally, classes in Single Rope Technique (SRT) can be found from the NSS Vertical Training Commission (VTC), and the Huntsville Cave Rescue Unit (HCRU). 

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly on a beginner horizontal trip. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? A vertical trip leader shall be able to safely rig, inspect attendees for safety, and be familiar with rescue techniques. Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 4 Jun 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • NSS Headquarters, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL

    The Monthly Grotto meeting will be held at the NSS headquarters in the Big room at 7pm. The executive Board meeting will be at 6pm. I look forward to seeing you there.

    • 7 Jun 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly horizontal trips! This month we are going to Eudy Cave, in Marshall County. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below.

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 21 Jun 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly vertical trips! This month we are going to The Sinkhole, in Marion County, TN. This SCCi Preserve is iconic 155-ft open-air pit. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below. Vertical caving involves technical maneuvers while on rope and is not for beginners. All attendees on a vertical trip shall have their own vertical equipment and be able to demonstrate requisite skills. 

    If you'd like to learn more about vertical techniques, the grotto has a monthly practice night. Additionally, classes in Single Rope Technique (SRT) can be found from the NSS Vertical Training Commission (VTC), and the Huntsville Cave Rescue Unit (HCRU). 

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly on a beginner horizontal trip. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? A vertical trip leader shall be able to safely rig, inspect attendees for safety, and be familiar with rescue techniques. Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 21 Jun 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly vertical trips! This month we are going to Wils Welsh Well, in Jackson County. Wils Welsh Well is a relatively short and straight forward wet multi drop. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below. Vertical caving involves technical maneuvers while on rope and is not for beginners. All attendees on a vertical trip shall have their own vertical equipment and be able to demonstrate requisite skills. 

    If you'd like to learn more about vertical techniques, the grotto has a monthly practice night. Additionally, classes in Single Rope Technique (SRT) can be found from the NSS Vertical Training Commission (VTC), and the Huntsville Cave Rescue Unit (HCRU). 

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly on a beginner horizontal trip. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? A vertical trip leader shall be able to safely rig, inspect attendees for safety, and be familiar with rescue techniques. Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 2 Jul 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • NSS Headquarters, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL

    The Monthly Grotto meeting will be held at the NSS headquarters in the Big room at 7pm. The executive Board meeting will be at 6pm. I look forward to seeing you there.

    • 12 Jul 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly horizontal trips! This month we are going to Gross-Skeleton Cave, in Jackson County. This is a fun, wet, through trip. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below.

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 19 Jul 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly vertical trips! This month we are going to Solution Rift. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below. Vertical caving involves technical maneuvers while on rope and is not for beginners. All attendees on a vertical trip shall have their own vertical equipment and be able to demonstrate requisite skills. 

    If you'd like to learn more about vertical techniques, the grotto has a monthly practice night. Additionally, classes in Single Rope Technique (SRT) can be found from the NSS Vertical Training Commission (VTC), and the Huntsville Cave Rescue Unit (HCRU). 

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly on a beginner horizontal trip. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? A vertical trip leader shall be able to safely rig, inspect attendees for safety, and be familiar with rescue techniques. Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 6 Aug 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • NSS Headquarters, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL

    The Monthly Grotto meeting will be held at the NSS headquarters in the Big room at 7pm. The executive Board meeting will be at 6pm. I look forward to seeing you there.

    • 9 Aug 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly horizontal trips! This month we are going to Snail Shell Cave, in Rutherford County, TN. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below.

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 23 Aug 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly vertical trips! This month we are going to Eun To The Mill Cave, in Cumberland County, TN. This SCCi cave is a TAG classic, with a deep pit, miles of passage, and large borehole. The cave is over 15,000 feet long and 445 feet deep, with a 167-foot deep pit. It’s truly a caver’s cave. 

    Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below. Vertical caving involves technical maneuvers while on rope and is not for beginners. All attendees on a vertical trip shall have their own vertical equipment and be able to demonstrate requisite skills. 

    If you'd like to learn more about vertical techniques, the grotto has a monthly practice night. Additionally, classes in Single Rope Technique (SRT) can be found from the NSS Vertical Training Commission (VTC), and the Huntsville Cave Rescue Unit (HCRU). 

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly on a beginner horizontal trip. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? A vertical trip leader shall be able to safely rig, inspect attendees for safety, and be familiar with rescue techniques. Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 3 Sep 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • NSS Headquarters, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL

    The Monthly Grotto meeting will be held at the NSS headquarters in the Big room at 7pm. The executive Board meeting will be at 6pm. I look forward to seeing you there.

    • 6 Sep 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly horizontal trips! This month we are going to Custard Hollow, in Franklin County, TN. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below.

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 20 Sep 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly vertical trips! This month we are going to Moses Tomb Cave, in DeKalb County. This is a 225' drop. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below. Vertical caving involves technical maneuvers while on rope and is not for beginners. All attendees on a vertical trip shall have their own vertical equipment and be able to demonstrate requisite skills. 

    If you'd like to learn more about vertical techniques, the grotto has a monthly practice night. Additionally, classes in Single Rope Technique (SRT) can be found from the NSS Vertical Training Commission (VTC), and the Huntsville Cave Rescue Unit (HCRU). 

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly on a beginner horizontal trip. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? A vertical trip leader shall be able to safely rig, inspect attendees for safety, and be familiar with rescue techniques. Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 1 Oct 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • NSS Headquarters, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL

    The Monthly Grotto meeting will be held at the NSS headquarters in the Big room at 7pm. The executive Board meeting will be at 6pm. I look forward to seeing you there.

    • 4 Oct 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly horizontal trips! This month we are going to Doc's Delight, in Morgan County. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below.

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 25 Oct 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly vertical trips! This month we are going to Signal Light Pit, Franklin County, TN. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below. Vertical caving involves technical maneuvers while on rope and is not for beginners. All attendees on a vertical trip shall have their own vertical equipment and be able to demonstrate requisite skills. 

    If you'd like to learn more about vertical techniques, the grotto has a monthly practice night. Additionally, classes in Single Rope Technique (SRT) can be found from the NSS Vertical Training Commission (VTC), and the Huntsville Cave Rescue Unit (HCRU). 

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly on a beginner horizontal trip. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? A vertical trip leader shall be able to safely rig, inspect attendees for safety, and be familiar with rescue techniques. Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 5 Nov 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • NSS Headquarters, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL

    The Monthly Grotto meeting will be held at the NSS headquarters in the Big room at 7pm. The executive Board meeting will be at 6pm. I look forward to seeing you there.

    • 8 Nov 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly horizontal trips! This month we are going on a through-trip in Old Blowing Cave, in Marshall County. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below.

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 22 Nov 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly vertical trips! This month we are going to Devil's Dungeon, in Marshall County. This is a 147' pit. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below. Vertical caving involves technical maneuvers while on rope and is not for beginners. All attendees on a vertical trip shall have their own vertical equipment and be able to demonstrate requisite skills. 

    If you'd like to learn more about vertical techniques, the grotto has a monthly practice night. Additionally, classes in Single Rope Technique (SRT) can be found from the NSS Vertical Training Commission (VTC), and the Huntsville Cave Rescue Unit (HCRU). 

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly on a beginner horizontal trip. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? A vertical trip leader shall be able to safely rig, inspect attendees for safety, and be familiar with rescue techniques. Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 3 Dec 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • NSS Headquarters, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL

    The Monthly Grotto meeting will be held at the NSS headquarters in the Big room at 7pm. The executive Board meeting will be at 6pm. I look forward to seeing you there.

    • 6 Dec 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly horizontal trips! This month we are going on our annual holiday-themed trip to see The Christmas Tree in Tumbling Rock, in Jackson County. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below.

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



    • 20 Dec 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • NSS HQ, 6001 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

    One of our monthly vertical trips! This month we are going to Natural Well, in Madison County. This is a ~170'+ drop. Please sign up at the beginning of this month at our grotto meeting, or reach out to me at the email below. Vertical caving involves technical maneuvers while on rope and is not for beginners. All attendees on a vertical trip shall have their own vertical equipment and be able to demonstrate requisite skills. 

    If you'd like to learn more about vertical techniques, the grotto has a monthly practice night. Additionally, classes in Single Rope Technique (SRT) can be found from the NSS Vertical Training Commission (VTC), and the Huntsville Cave Rescue Unit (HCRU). 

    Are you new to caving? We would love to show you how to cave safely, soundly, and responsibly on a beginner horizontal trip. Please introduce yourself at one of our meetings and reference the New Caver Info (pdf) under Documents. 

    We are in search of trip leaders! Would you like to lead this trip, other trips, or learn how to lead your own cave trip? A vertical trip leader shall be able to safely rig, inspect attendees for safety, and be familiar with rescue techniques. Please reach out to the Projects Chair @ andrew.matievski@gmail.com with any questions. 



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