Friday 10:00pm
TRIP #2: Mock Expedition Overnight Duration: 9 hours - Limit: 30 people - Status: 30 Spots Open

Prepare for an expedition into the depths of the earth and your imagination. We'll take a mock multi day cave expedition to a base camp in the ancient cave system of the Cascades. Cavers will team up with Sherpa's to setup a deep base camp and share experiences and ideas of caving as we spend one Friday night in the cavern. All overnight gear is to be supplied by the participant including a required 3 sources of light. Gear must be limited to cold weather camping gear. NO CAVE GEAR DUE TO WNS. Bring caving stories, caving questions, and caving lies to share around the base camp. All participants 14yrs and under must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, no exceptions! Meets at lodge; transportation needed.

Saturday 8:30am
TRIP #3: Down For Dummies Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Would you like to try rappelling? Here's your chance. No experience will be necessary. This will NOT be a "how to" workshop. You'll be given basic instructions, put on the rope, and monitored on the descent. Required equipment includes leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 8:30am
TRIP #4: Up For Idiots Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have rappelled into the pit you have to get out, right? This trip will give you a taste of what is needed to ascend out of that pit you may someday find yourself at the bottom of. You will be introduced to a basic system of rope ascending commonly used by cavers and you will get a chance to do a rope climb. These same techniques are used whether you need to climb 12ft. or 1200ft. Down for Dummies may get you to the bottom, but you'll need us to get you out! Leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap is required. Don't have a hard hat with a chin strap, no worries we can provide one. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 8:30am
TRIP #7: The "8800" Trek Duration: 3 hours - Limit: 18 people - Status: 18 Spots Open

Can you count to 8800? Find out as you trek into the wilderness with us. You will hike alongside big sandstone cliffs, through three Natural Bridges, visit scenic overlooks of Smoky Lake and see what nature has to offer during the winter at Carter Caves. It takes 8800 steps to complete this adventure. No other visitors will know you were there, since we will learn and practice Leave No Trace hiking principles along the way. Meets at the lodge.

Saturday 9:00am
TRIP #8: Cliff to Cliff High Line Ride Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have had the chance to go down a rope and up a rope we are introducing the concept of across the rope. That's right a 300ft long high line will be stretched across a 50ft gorge for your amusement. We will strap you in and you can take a ride to remember. Make sure you bring your cameras for there will be some great photo opportunities. The company Passages To Adventure from Fayetteville, West Virginia will set up and operate the high line trips. Note additional waiver form will be required to sign on-site for all participants. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 9:00am
TRIP #10: Recreational Tree Climbing Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 6 people - Status: 6 Spots Open

Like climbing trees? Recreational tree climbing is a popular high adventure activity that puts a twist to our backyard tree climbing pastime. We will cover what the traditional tree climbing schools are teaching, which is traditional double rope technique that involves using a modified hip thrust to pull themselves 20-40 feet off of the ground. A familiarity activity that involves accessing the tree recreationally. This is a strenuous high adventure activity. Participants 15yrs & under require parent or guardian supervision. Required equipment includes climbing appropriate gloves, a hard hat with a chin strap and warm clothing. Meets at lodge.

Saturday 9:00am
TRIP #11: Walking in the Footsteps of Pre-historic Stone Age People Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

This activity will actually take participants into archaeological sites that had been used for many thousands of years. There will be an opportunity to see where Aboriginal visitors camped and lived during seasonal visits to the area that is now part of Carter Caves Resort Park. Depending on the level of interest there will be an opportunity to examine at least 14 archaeological sites. Also, participants may assist in a surface reconnaissance review to determine the extent of what may be an unreported large open habitation site. Nothing will be collected but we will make note of what is observed and include the information in a report that is being prepared for the Office of the State Archaeologist. This is an opportunity to actually see, walk through, and study sites that have a pre-historic significance. Materials will be made available to participants to actually see what archaeological evidence has been discovered in the County. This will be a "touch activity" and not like visiting a museum where nothing may be contacted. You will have the opportunity to actually participate in an archaeological investigation. Meet at the lodge.

Saturday 9:30am
TRIP #15: Down For Dummies Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Would you like to try rappelling? Here's your chance. No experience will be necessary. This will NOT be a "how to" workshop. You'll be given basic instructions, put on the rope, and monitored on the descent. Required equipment includes leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 10:00am
TRIP #18: Cliff to Cliff High Line Ride Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have had the chance to go down a rope and up a rope we are introducing the concept of across the rope. That's right a 300ft long high line will be stretched across a 50ft gorge for your amusement. We will strap you in and you can take a ride to remember. Make sure you bring your cameras for there will be some great photo opportunities. The company Passages To Adventure from Fayetteville, West Virginia will set up and operate the high line trips. Note additional waiver form will be required to sign on-site for all participants. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 10:00am
TRIP #20: Up For Idiots Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have rappelled into the pit you have to get out, right? This trip will give you a taste of what is needed to ascend out of that pit you may someday find yourself at the bottom of. You will be introduced to a basic system of rope ascending commonly used by cavers and you will get a chance to do a rope climb. These same techniques are used whether you need to climb 12ft. or 1200ft. Down for Dummies may get you to the bottom, but you'll need us to get you out! Leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap is required. Don't have a hard hat with a chin strap, no worries we can provide one. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 10:30am
TRIP #22: Down For Dummies Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Would you like to try rappelling? Here's your chance. No experience will be necessary. This will NOT be a "how to" workshop. You'll be given basic instructions, put on the rope, and monitored on the descent. Required equipment includes leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 10:30am
TRIP #23: Recreational Tree Climbing Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 6 people - Status: 6 Spots Open

Like climbing trees? Recreational tree climbing is a popular high adventure activity that puts a twist to our backyard tree climbing pastime. We will cover what the traditional tree climbing schools are teaching, which is traditional double rope technique that involves using a modified hip thrust to pull themselves 20-40 feet off of the ground. A familiarity activity that involves accessing the tree recreationally. This is a strenuous high adventure activity. Participants 15yrs & under require parent or guardian supervision. Required equipment includes climbing appropriate gloves, a hard hat with a chin strap and warm clothing. Meets at lodge.

Saturday 11:00am
TRIP #26: Cliff to Cliff High Line Ride Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have had the chance to go down a rope and up a rope we are introducing the concept of across the rope. That's right a 300ft long high line will be stretched across a 50ft gorge for your amusement. We will strap you in and you can take a ride to remember. Make sure you bring your cameras for there will be some great photo opportunities. The company Passages To Adventure from Fayetteville, West Virginia will set up and operate the high line trips. Note additional waiver form will be required to sign on-site for all participants. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 11:00am
TRIP #28: Walking in the Footsteps of Pre-historic Stone Age People Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

This activity will actually take participants into archaeological sites that had been used for many thousands of years. There will be an opportunity to see where Aboriginal visitors camped and lived during seasonal visits to the area that is now part of Carter Caves Resort Park. Depending on the level of interest there will be an opportunity to examine at least 14 archaeological sites. Also, participants may assist in a surface reconnaissance review to determine the extent of what may be an unreported large open habitation site. Nothing will be collected but we will make note of what is observed and include the information in a report that is being prepared for the Office of the State Archaeologist. This is an opportunity to actually see, walk through, and study sites that have a pre-historic significance. Materials will be made available to participants to actually see what archaeological evidence has been discovered in the County. This will be a "touch activity" and not like visiting a museum where nothing may be contacted. You will have the opportunity to actually participate in an archaeological investigation. Meet at the lodge.

Saturday 12:00pm
TRIP #30: Cliff to Cliff High Line Ride Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have had the chance to go down a rope and up a rope we are introducing the concept of across the rope. That's right a 300ft long high line will be stretched across a 50ft gorge for your amusement. We will strap you in and you can take a ride to remember. Make sure you bring your cameras for there will be some great photo opportunities. The company Passages To Adventure from Fayetteville, West Virginia will set up and operate the high line trips. Note additional waiver form will be required to sign on-site for all participants. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 12:30pm
TRIP #31: Down For Dummies Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Would you like to try rappelling? Here's your chance. No experience will be necessary. This will NOT be a "how to" workshop. You'll be given basic instructions, put on the rope, and monitored on the descent. Required equipment includes leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 12:30pm
TRIP #32: Up For Idiots Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have rappelled into the pit you have to get out, right? This trip will give you a taste of what is needed to ascend out of that pit you may someday find yourself at the bottom of. You will be introduced to a basic system of rope ascending commonly used by cavers and you will get a chance to do a rope climb. These same techniques are used whether you need to climb 12ft. or 1200ft. Down for Dummies may get you to the bottom, but you'll need us to get you out! Leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap is required. Don't have a hard hat with a chin strap, no worries we can provide one. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 1:00pm
TRIP #35: Cliff to Cliff High Line Ride Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have had the chance to go down a rope and up a rope we are introducing the concept of across the rope. That's right a 300ft long high line will be stretched across a 50ft gorge for your amusement. We will strap you in and you can take a ride to remember. Make sure you bring your cameras for there will be some great photo opportunities. The company Passages To Adventure from Fayetteville, West Virginia will set up and operate the high line trips. Note additional waiver form will be required to sign on-site for all participants. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 1:00pm
TRIP #37: Recreational Tree Climbing Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 6 people - Status: 6 Spots Open

Like climbing trees? Recreational tree climbing is a popular high adventure activity that puts a twist to our backyard tree climbing pastime. We will cover what the traditional tree climbing schools are teaching, which is traditional double rope technique that involves using a modified hip thrust to pull themselves 20-40 feet off of the ground. A familiarity activity that involves accessing the tree recreationally. This is a strenuous high adventure activity. Participants 15yrs & under require parent or guardian supervision. Required equipment includes climbing appropriate gloves, a hard hat with a chin strap and warm clothing. Meets at lodge.

Saturday 1:30pm
TRIP #40: Down For Dummies Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Would you like to try rappelling? Here's your chance. No experience will be necessary. This will NOT be a "how to" workshop. You'll be given basic instructions, put on the rope, and monitored on the descent. Required equipment includes leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 1:30pm
TRIP #42: The Secret Life of Winter Hike Duration: 3 hours - Limit: 20 people - Status: 20 Spots Open

Explore the life inhabiting the surface of karst topography during the dead of winter. This hike will take you along beautiful Horn Hollow Trail, and off the beaten path to find what animals remain active when all else is frozen. Learn birding and tracking techniques while picking up a few tips to make the best of a bad winter situation. This guided trek will venture to the active beaver pond at the head of Horn Hollow, and will stop to explore any interests along the way (including several cave entrances). Progress along the trail will be obtained by achieving identification/activity objectives. Be prepared for ice, mud, and any other miscellaneous trail obstacles. Dress for the elements and if you have binoculars, bring them! Meets at the Welcome Center; transportation needed.

Saturday 1:30pm
TRIP #43: The "8800" Trek Duration: 3 hours - Limit: 15 people - Status: 15 Spots Open

Can you count to 8800? Find out as you trek into the wilderness with us. You will hike alongside big sandstone cliffs, through three Natural Bridges, visit scenic overlooks of Smoky Lake and see what nature has to offer during the winter at Carter Caves. It takes 8800 steps to complete this adventure. No other visitors will know you were there, since we will learn and practice Leave No Trace hiking principles along the way. Meets at the lodge.

Saturday 2:00pm
TRIP #45: Cliff to Cliff High Line Ride Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have had the chance to go down a rope and up a rope we are introducing the concept of across the rope. That's right a 300ft long high line will be stretched across a 50ft gorge for your amusement. We will strap you in and you can take a ride to remember. Make sure you bring your cameras for there will be some great photo opportunities. The company Passages To Adventure from Fayetteville, West Virginia will set up and operate the high line trips. Note additional waiver form will be required to sign on-site for all participants. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 2:00pm
TRIP #48: Up For Idiots Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have rappelled into the pit you have to get out, right? This trip will give you a taste of what is needed to ascend out of that pit you may someday find yourself at the bottom of. You will be introduced to a basic system of rope ascending commonly used by cavers and you will get a chance to do a rope climb. These same techniques are used whether you need to climb 12ft. or 1200ft. Down for Dummies may get you to the bottom, but you'll need us to get you out! Leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap is required. Don't have a hard hat with a chin strap, no worries we can provide one. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 2:30pm
TRIP #49: Recreational Tree Climbing Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 6 people - Status: 6 Spots Open

Like climbing trees? Recreational tree climbing is a popular high adventure activity that puts a twist to our backyard tree climbing pastime. We will cover what the traditional tree climbing schools are teaching, which is traditional double rope technique that involves using a modified hip thrust to pull themselves 20-40 feet off of the ground. A familiarity activity that involves accessing the tree recreationally. This is a strenuous high adventure activity. Participants 15yrs & under require parent or guardian supervision. Required equipment includes climbing appropriate gloves, a hard hat with a chin strap and warm clothing. Meets at lodge.

Saturday 2:30pm
TRIP #51: Down For Dummies Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Would you like to try rappelling? Here's your chance. No experience will be necessary. This will NOT be a "how to" workshop. You'll be given basic instructions, put on the rope, and monitored on the descent. Required equipment includes leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 3:00pm
TRIP #53: Cliff to Cliff High Line Ride Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have had the chance to go down a rope and up a rope we are introducing the concept of across the rope. That's right a 300ft long high line will be stretched across a 50ft gorge for your amusement. We will strap you in and you can take a ride to remember. Make sure you bring your cameras for there will be some great photo opportunities. The company Passages To Adventure from Fayetteville, West Virginia will set up and operate the high line trips. Note additional waiver form will be required to sign on-site for all participants. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 3:30pm
TRIP #57: Down For Dummies Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Would you like to try rappelling? Here's your chance. No experience will be necessary. This will NOT be a "how to" workshop. You'll be given basic instructions, put on the rope, and monitored on the descent. Required equipment includes leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 3:30pm
TRIP #58: Up For Idiots Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have rappelled into the pit you have to get out, right? This trip will give you a taste of what is needed to ascend out of that pit you may someday find yourself at the bottom of. You will be introduced to a basic system of rope ascending commonly used by cavers and you will get a chance to do a rope climb. These same techniques are used whether you need to climb 12ft. or 1200ft. Down for Dummies may get you to the bottom, but you'll need us to get you out! Leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap is required. Don't have a hard hat with a chin strap, no worries we can provide one. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Saturday 4:00pm
TRIP #59: Cliff to Cliff High Line Ride Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have had the chance to go down a rope and up a rope we are introducing the concept of across the rope. That's right a 300ft long high line will be stretched across a 50ft gorge for your amusement. We will strap you in and you can take a ride to remember. Make sure you bring your cameras for there will be some great photo opportunities. The company Passages To Adventure from Fayetteville, West Virginia will set up and operate the high line trips. Note additional waiver form will be required to sign on-site for all participants. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Sunday 9:00am
TRIP #63: Cliff to Cliff High Line Ride Extravaganza Duration: 1 hours - Limit: 999 people - Status: 999 Spots Open

No pre-registration necessary, just show up. Passages will have the High Line Ride open from 9am - 1pm on Sunday for you to take a ride. You must be a registered Winter Adventure Weekend Participant to take the ride. Now that you have had the chance to go down a rope and up a rope we are introducing the concept of across the rope. That's right a 300ft long high line will be stretched across a 50ft gorge for your amusement. We will strap you in and you can take a ride to remember. Make sure you bring your cameras for there will be some great photo opportunities. The company Passages To Adventure from Fayetteville, West Virginia will set up and operate the high line trips. Note additional waiver form will be required to sign on-site for all participants. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Sunday 9:00am
TRIP #65: Down For Dummies Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Would you like to try rappelling? Here's your chance. No experience will be necessary. This will NOT be a "how to" workshop. You'll be given basic instructions, put on the rope, and monitored on the descent. Required equipment includes leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Sunday 9:00am
TRIP #66: Up For Idiots Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have rappelled into the pit you have to get out, right? This trip will give you a taste of what is needed to ascend out of that pit you may someday find yourself at the bottom of. You will be introduced to a basic system of rope ascending commonly used by cavers and you will get a chance to do a rope climb. These same techniques are used whether you need to climb 12ft. or 1200ft. Down for Dummies may get you to the bottom, but you'll need us to get you out! Leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap is required. Don't have a hard hat with a chin strap, no worries we can provide one. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Sunday 9:30am
TRIP #69: Secret Life of Winter Duration: 3 hours - Limit: 20 people - Status: 20 Spots Open

Explore the life inhabiting the surface of karst topography during the dead of winter.  This hike will take you along  beautiful Horn Hollow Trail, and off the beaten path to find what animals remain active when all else is frozen.  Learn birding and  tracking techniques while picking up a few tips to make the best of a bad winter situation.  This guided trek will venture to the active  beaver pond at the head of Horn Hollow, and will stop to explore any interests along the way (including several cave entrances).  Progress along the trail will be obtained by achieving identification/activity objectives.  Be prepared for ice, mud, and any other miscellaneous trail obstacles.  Dress for the elements and if you have binoculars, bring them! Meets at the Welcome Center; transportation needed.

Sunday 10:00am
TRIP #71: Down For Dummies Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Would you like to try rappelling? Here's your chance. No experience will be necessary. This will NOT be a "how to" workshop. You'll be given basic instructions, put on the rope, and monitored on the descent. Required equipment includes leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.

Sunday 10:00am
TRIP #72: Assessment of Aboriginal Resources in Carter County Duration: 2 hours - Limit: 15 people - Status: 15 Spots Open

Participants will have an opportunity to participate in one phase of an ongoing archaeological review in Carter County and Carter Caves State Resort Park. We will visit a local stream and mark off 1 meter square areas and assess the presence of chert (flint) on the surface. We will count the total chert observed, determine its geological origin, determine if it might have been usable by neo-lithic peoples, and determine if it had, in fact, been used. The data collected will be incorporated in a study reports submitted to the Office of the KY State Archaeologist. This is an opportunity to participate in an on going archaeological study and contribute to the data collected. Please note: Because this is a State Park, collection (keeping) of material is not permitted, however, you are free to photograph the activity and what was observed during the review. Meets at lodge; transportation needed.

Sunday 10:30am
TRIP #73: Up For Idiots Duration: 1.5 hours - Limit: 10 people - Status: 10 Spots Open

Now that you have rappelled into the pit you have to get out, right? This trip will give you a taste of what is needed to ascend out of that pit you may someday find yourself at the bottom of. You will be introduced to a basic system of rope ascending commonly used by cavers and you will get a chance to do a rope climb. These same techniques are used whether you need to climb 12ft. or 1200ft. Down for Dummies may get you to the bottom, but you'll need us to get you out! Leather gloves and a hard hat with a chin strap is required. Don't have a hard hat with a chin strap, no worries we can provide one. Follow signs in front of lodge to the site.