If you haven't seen gypsum flowers, cave crickets, or stalactites made of ice, you don't know what you're missing. Cave Exploring shines a light on the unique underground world of rock formations, flowing rivers, and crawling critters. In this definitive guide, veteran caver Paul Burger clearly and carefully describes the techniques needed to safely climb, crawl, tread softly, and swim in the quest for underground discovery.   Learn how to:   Get into horizontal caving, vertical caving, wet caving, and cave camping Select the right gear for a caving expedition Sidestep common hazards and navigate safely underground Investigate caves with minimal impact on the environment Connect with established cavers in your community Organize and lead a caving trip - or simply be a good team member.