Merry Christmas From the Ladies of Tumbling Rock Cave

In 2013 Nancy Aulenbach, Scout Aulenbach, Kristen and, Sue Aughey attended the 6th annual Southeastern Cave Conservancy, Inc. decoration of the Christmas Tree. on a BFF Trip.

This roughly 15 or so foot-tall tiered stalagmite that stands prominently inside Tumbling Rock Cave and is apply named The "Christmas Tree."It takes about an hour or more to reach from the main entrance.

"Even when not lit up with lights, the tiered stalagmite is a truly impressive sight." says Dean Wisemen, NSS member. "Great care is used during the decoration process so as not to physically touch the formation." Wiseman explains.

The crowning achievement of the event is really what follows next. "Following the Tree Lighting, an anti-graffiti party [commences] to raise awareness of inappropriate impact on caves." Wiseman says. Last year volunteers were treated to some hot spiced apple cider along with gingerbread caver cookies sporting helmets with headlamps.

Wiseman invites cavers to join in the fun too. For details or special arrangements, contact the property manager at tumblingrock@scci.org.

Photo by Dean Wiseman

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