Going Ape
So, the Ape Cave trip this last weekend didn't work out. Cancelled it was, yes.
So! We're giving it another go this Saturday. 9 AM start time; should return in the early to mid evening. Holly and I can comfortably transport two in addition to ourselves, so any additional interested parties may have to find their own way down. Further specifics, such as where we're gathering, to be declared once we have an idea of who's coming.
The Ape Cave (for any of you who, by some strange chance, don't follow SharkCowSheep's LJ) is an old lava tube near Mt. St. Helens. It hasn't had anything much molten in it for a good, long time, so no need to worry about getting cooked / plaster casted / boiled away into vapor. You do, however, need to worry about harsh rocks, chilly temperatures, rigorous climbing, and the utter inky blackness of the lightless underworld, so bring gloves, warm, sturdy clothes (layers FTW), good shoes (hiking boots strongly preferred), and two flashlights, three if you're feeling paranoid.
Coleman lanterns also work well, and are a boon to your companions, so bring 'em if you've got 'em.
So! We're giving it another go this Saturday. 9 AM start time; should return in the early to mid evening. Holly and I can comfortably transport two in addition to ourselves, so any additional interested parties may have to find their own way down. Further specifics, such as where we're gathering, to be declared once we have an idea of who's coming.
The Ape Cave (for any of you who, by some strange chance, don't follow SharkCowSheep's LJ) is an old lava tube near Mt. St. Helens. It hasn't had anything much molten in it for a good, long time, so no need to worry about getting cooked / plaster casted / boiled away into vapor. You do, however, need to worry about harsh rocks, chilly temperatures, rigorous climbing, and the utter inky blackness of the lightless underworld, so bring gloves, warm, sturdy clothes (layers FTW), good shoes (hiking boots strongly preferred), and two flashlights, three if you're feeling paranoid.
Coleman lanterns also work well, and are a boon to your companions, so bring 'em if you've got 'em.