The Indiana Karst Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit conservation organization that has been protecting caves and karst landscapes, and educating people about the importance and unique aspects of karst since 1986.
Fall Field Event - Into the Field: A Wilderness First Aid Scenarios Hike
Saturday, October 24, Wayne Preserve, Monroe County 10 AM to 1 PM EDT https://IKCFieldTourOctober2026.eventbrite.com
Winter Field Event - From Field to Form: Cave Data Collection Hike
Saturday, November 7, 10 AM to 1 PM EST Location to be announced https://IKCFieldTourNovember2026.eventbrite.com
Join the IKC — Click the Join Us! menu item above for more information. You can pay dues on-line or by traditional mail.
Henderson Park — The IKC now manages access for the City of Salem and The Nature Conservancy to the caves within Henderson Park for recreational caving. Groups wishing to gain access need to apply for a permit. Click here for details.
Indiana DNR — On behalf of the Indiana Dept of Natural Resources, the IKC manages access to several caves within Spring Mill State Park and Cave River Valley. Groups wishing to visit them must apply for a permit and comply with proper WNS decontamination protocols. Click here for details.
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