Brief History
The Richard Blenz Nature Conservancy has been managing the property and cave since 2005. Recently, owner Richard donated the property to the National Speleological Society (NSS) and it is now the Richard Blenz Nature Preserve, but still managed by the RBNC.
Property Access
Access to the property and Buckner Cave will be determined in part by a person's membership level within the Conservancy. To review the membership levels and corresponding requirements, click here.
Non-member visitation to the property and cave is being permitted, although arrangements must be made a minimum of one week in advance. To ensure the greatest possibility of being granted access, it is of vital importance that each visitor reviews and understands the rules and regulations before requesting permission.
IMPORTANT: A terrible disease called White Nose Syndrome is decimating bats in the eastern United States. Any visitors requesting access to Buckner Cave who have caved in the currently-defined 17-state area must agree to comply with all gear, clothing, and equipment decontamination measures prior to being granted permission to visit the cave.
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Policies & Procedures
Each visitor to the property must review and sign a Release and Waiver of Liability Agreement form prior to being allowed visitation privileges. Persons under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign their form.
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Gallery
Graffiti Removal Project News
March 2009 Update
The sandblasting equipment owned by the Peppersauce Cave Conservation Project was returned in the Fall of 2008, but cleanup work from the sandblasting effort in the Volcano Passage is still being done.
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Your donations help keep Buckner Cave available. Learn how to donate by clicking here.