Gadsden Grotto
The Gadsden Grotto of the National Speleological Society (NSS) was established in 1980 to promote responsible cave exploration in caves of the East Alabama area and to promote the objectives of the Southeastern Regional Association and the NSS. It is devoted to the scientific study of caves and karst features; protecting caves and their natural contents through conservation, public education; and promoting responsible cave exploration and fellowship among those interested in caves.
PURPOSE
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- The purpose of this grotto shall be the same as those of the National Speleological Society and to better promote the objectives of the Southeastern Regional Association and the National Speleological Society with the additional purpose of organizing NSS members in the East Alabama geographical area.
- The Grotto will also promote conservation and the studies of geology, biology and hydrology and other cave related sciences associated with caves and karst regions.
Contact Information
meeting information
The Gadsden Grotto meets four times a year. Location and dates of meeting will be published on our Facebook page.
