Wednesday, 24 June 2026

Skilpad Cave, 1 August 2026

 Date: 2026/08/01 Saturday
Time: 9:00
Meet spot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PdsWmKvVQ6JiHkFL7
Meet leader: Kat

Cost:
- Everyone R50-R100 Cash for Landowner (Estimated)
- Visitors R100 Cash (SEC day membership)

Who can join:
Visitors are welcome, but the is a risk of HISTO and the crawl can be intimidating. Also anyone who disrespects the cave or damages formation should fear for their life!
Numbers will be limited to protect the cave.

Gear:
- Helmet you can use a club one, there will be a poll later
- Head lamp & spare batteries
- Water & snacks
- Small Spade (optional)

There is a bit of a walk to get to the cave.

The entrance is in a beautiful sinkhole and there are some stunning formations at the end of the cave. Depending on your physical dimensions, you may have to dig a bit to get through the crawl.
For anyone keen, we will have a bring and braai afterward.

River Passage Cave 19 July 2026

Date: 2026/07/19 Sunday
Time: 9:00
Meet spot: Oaktree
Meet Organiser: Andreas
Cave leader: Steven
Access: Anton (PPH)

Who can join?
- Members only SEC & PPH
- SRT proficient
- Must be prepared to squeeze
- Must be prepared to be uncomfortable

Gear:
- Standard + SRT

As per SASA Bulletin 43
"Access to the first chamber, with its narrow squeeze, and then the incredibly difficult vertical climb acts as protection to the beautiful and formation rich cave which lies below."