CLARKSVILLE, Tenn.- Below is a list of programs this month at Dunbar Cave.

Programs are free unless noted otherwise.

All Programs require reservations BY THE DEADLINE LISTED. Programs with no reservations by the deadline will be canceled. All programs begin at the Visitor Center unless another site is listed.

Children must be accompanied by an adult (one adult per every three children). Age limits are definite – please do not sign up a child whom is younger or older than the age limits given. For reservations: Call (931) 648-5526

Due to the presence of White Nose Syndrome (WNS) in the cave, clean caving protocols are in effect.

Each person must bring two pairs of shoes-boots or shoes with good traction as the cave floor is very muddy and slippery, and any type of footwear to change into so that the WNS fungus is not carried out on your shoes. The park will provide bags and you will be given instructions on how to clean the shoes so that we do not spread WNS to other areas. The hike is not handicap accessible and not recommended for people with mobility issues.

Every person on a cave hike must sign a release of liability waiver, and must bring a working flashlight.

Cost: $11 Ages 13+, $5.50 ages 5-12 (for safety reasons, no children under age 5 are allowed on a cave hike). To go on a cave hike, you must have a reservation. Reservation can be made only during office hours (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. M-F), and can be made by phone or in person. Hike is limited to 20 persons.

Wednesday, June 22
7:00 – 8:15 a.m. Bird Walk (Dunbar Cave State Natural Area) Ages 8 – Adult
Bring your binoculars to learn some of the birds that call this area home. This is not a strenuous hike but proper walking/hiking shoes are required. We will meet up and begin at Dunbar Cave’s visitor center. RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 p.m. June 21. Program Leader: Gordon Counts, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger

2:30 – 3:30 p.m. River Bottom Hike (Port Royal State Historic Park) All Ages
Learn about Port Royal State Historic Park (Dunbar Cave’s sister park) and the role it played in history and the Trail of Tears. We will observe plants and animals along the way. This is an easy 0.5 mile hike but please have proper hiking shoes and water. Meet at the River Bottom Trail Parking lot on the north side of the bridge.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 p.m. June 21.Program Leader: Gordon Counts, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger

8:00 – 9:00 p.m. Night Hike (Dunbar Cave State Natural Area) All Ages
Hike the Short Loop Trail after daylight ends and darkness falls. We may see deer, hear owls and frogs. Please wear good walking shoes and bring water and a flashlight.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 p.m. June 21. Program Leader: Adam Neblett, Park Ranger

Thursday, June 23
1:00 – 3:00 a.m. KIDS MOVIE (Dunbar Cave State Natural Area) All Ages
Come utilize our AV room during the hot part of the day. We will be showing the Lorax Movie for kids and adults of all ages.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 p.m. June 22. Program Leader: Gordon Counts, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger

Saturday, June 25
7:30 – 8:30 a.m. Fire(FLY)works at the Park (Dunbar Cave State Natural Area) All Ages
Fireflies should be plentiful this time of year, so come check them out with us. We will play games and learn about night time nature. Bring bug spray and a flashlight.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 p.m. June 24. Program Leader: Gordon Counts, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger

Sunday, June 26
12:00 – 4:00 p.m. PARK VOLUNTEER DAY (Dunbar Cave State Natural Area) Ages 12 – Adult
Today we will be working on our butterfly garden in front of the Visitor Center. First, we hope to fully remove weeds and non-natives in this area. Second, we want to identify and map out the locations all of the native plants left after weeding process. Bring water and wear bug spray.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 p.m. June 25. Program Leader: Gordon Counts, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger

Thursday, June 30
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Trail of Tears (Port Royal State Historic Park) All Ages
Come out to Port Royal as we learn about the forceful removal of the Cherokee Nation along our preserved section of the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail. Meet at the River Bottom Trailhead parking area on the North side of the highway bridge (opposite side of the river from the canoe access). Bring good walking shoes and wear bug spray.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 p.m. June 29. Program Leader: Adam Neblett, Park Ranger