Jewel Cave 4-Day Camp

Some of this video was captured while volunteering for the National Park Service at Jewel Cave National Monument. The opinions expressed are those of the video editor, and not of the National Park Service.

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[DerekBristol]

This is a re-edit of a video from two years ago to fix a couple concerns and replace the copyrighted music.

[richardleetbluesharmonicac]

I missed out on a lech trip in the early days because sleeping underground is so mentally difficult. I couldn’t commit to a three day trip fearing a panic attack might happen. When I see these videos it just amazed me the mental and physical fortitude you all have. I have anxiety disorder. It limits me to day trips only and nothing tight and long. Constrictions are ok if short.

[magnustveit]

What is the purpose of the pulley system seen in the end of the video?

[xxwookey]

So how far is it to the camp? Looks like there is some actual caving involved but presumably mostly it's just a really long way? Looks from the dust like it's still windy even there near the end, so I guess there is still more cave to find. Looks like a fine trip, and so warm judging by your gear.