BrianC wrote: I don't really think that any of this matters anymore anyway, caves such as Rumbling Falls, Camps Gulf etc... will never see another caver, possibly researchers, but only with a post doctorates degree. Cavers will certainly be a thing of the pass. Without caves for the younger generations to explore, no one will want to join any non caving grotto? So there won't be any one learning about caves or cave conservation.
I don't think I could disagree more. I have a much more optimistic view of the future than you, my pessimistic friend. Cavers and bats, (yes, bats) will survive. I'd be willing to bet you good money that TN state caves will be open for caving within the next five years. Besides, there will always be open caves in TAG. There are several thousand open for caving right now.