Vintage caving book by Robert J. Traister, 1983. First printing, first edition. This introduction to cave adventures tells you everything you need to know about cave exploration. You'll find out how and where to buy equipment to go spelunking: hard hats, carbide lamps, electric lights, emergency lights, special clothing, ropes, camping gear, and other accessories. You'll also learn what types of cave life you may encounter, and what to do in case of caving accidents, flooding, light failure, or loss of direction. Plus, the author includes guides to some of the best-known commercial caverns around the country.