Upcoming Events

The grotto holds a monthly meeting on the 4th Wednesday of the month from January to November, has members actively caving in West Virginia, Indiana, and Kentucky, and plans group events throughout the year.

Next Event

2025 SERA Cave Carnival

May 1 to May 4

East Tennessee Grotto would like to invite you to the 2025 SERA Cave Carnival at East Fork Stables in Jamestown, Tennessee. East Fork Stables is located at the top of the East Fork Obey River Gorge. The East Fork Obey River is home to some of the best caves Tennessee has to offer.

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Future Events

May 03-GSP Open House Work WeekendMore Info
May 09-Spring VARMore Info
May 13-COG Exec MeetingMore Info
May 17-GSP Open HouseMore Info
May 23-SpeleofestMore Info
COG Calendar
About Us

The Central Ohio Grotto was founded in 1952. We have a rich tradition of cave exploration and are committed to the ideals of the NSS.

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Officers

The yearly elected officials along with the past chair form the executive committee, which provides guidance and oversight to the grotto.

Andy Schofield - Chair

Andy Schofield

Chair

Wendy Orlandi - Vice Chair

Wendy Orlandi

Vice Chair

Aaron Deal - Treasurer

Aaron Deal

Treasurer

Bethany Widmayar - Secretary

Bethany Widmayar

Secretary

Ryan Braga - At Large

Ryan Braga

At Large

Tera Williamson - At Large

Tera Williamson

At Large

Jennie Hawkey - At Large

Jennie Hawkey

At Large

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