Bald Eagle Grotto

05/14/2026

Franklin 2.0 sign ups are now live on the website!

The Franklin trip is back on the books for a better 2.0 experience! Same location as before but much warmer! We will be tent camping!

05/06/2026

THANK YOU, CAVERS! 🦇🌧️➡️🌞

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to the 2026 Spring MAR this past weekend! Even though we kicked things off with rain and chilly temperatures, MAR wrapped up with sunshine and much nicer weather—and an amazing weekend all around.

Altogether, we had 142 cavers in attendance, and we’re incredibly grateful to each and every one of you for making MAR such a success.

Many thanks to our vendors and supporters:

Out Standing Stitches
Sophi Reaptress Designs
Mid-Atlantic Karst Conservancy

I would be remiss to not also mention the awesome breakfast that was held by the Pennsylvania Cave Conservancy on Sunday mroning. The abundance of sausage links, pancakes, fresh orange juice and hot coffee was a perfect way to end our weekend.

And a very special extra thank you goes out to our Trip Leaders. Without trips, there would be no MAR, and we truly appreciate the time, effort, and leadership you put into making this weekend unforgettable.

Thanks again to everyone who helped make 2026 Spring MAR happen! We’re already looking forward to 2026 Fall MAR which will be hosted by York Grotto! 🧗‍♂️🦎

04/24/2026

⏳ Only ONE WEEK to go until 2026 Spring MAR! ⏳

Spring MAR is almost here, and the excitement is real — over 120 of your friends are already signed up! 🦇🪨

If you haven’t registered yet, now’s the time!

👉 Head over to https://www.baldeaglegrotto.com/events-1/spring-mar-2026 and get registered today!
Let’s make this Spring MAR the best one yet — we can’t wait to see you there!

Bald Eagle Grotto is proud to celebrate 40 years underground, and we are excited to serve as your host for the 2026 Spring MAR Field Meet, held at the McClure Bean Soup Festival & Fairgrounds in McClure, Pennsylvania.

04/21/2026

🦇 2026 Spring MAR Registration Update 🦇
Even though a Saturday evening meal can’t be guaranteed, registration for the 2026 Spring MAR is still open online through May 1st!
If you’ve been on the fence, now’s the time to get signed up and join us for a great weekend of caves, friends, and Spring MAR fun.
👉 Register online before May 1st!

Bald Eagle Grotto is proud to celebrate 40 years underground, and we are excited to serve as your host for the 2026 Spring MAR Field Meet, held at the McClure Bean Soup Festival & Fairgrounds in McClure, Pennsylvania.

04/17/2026

🚨 LAST CALL — MEAL GUARANTEE DEADLINE TODAY! 🚨
Join us May 1–3 for the 2026 Spring MAR, hosted by the Bald Eagle Grotto!
📝 Registration is open through April 30, but TODAY (April 17) is the last day to register and be guaranteed meals, including Saturday evening dinner.
🍽️ BBQ chicken or cabbage steak, sides, dessert
🥪 Cave‑ready Saturday lunch available ($5)
💲 $35 adults | $15 kids | 5 & under FREE
👉 Register now — link below!
Great caves, great food, great people. Don’t miss it!

Bald Eagle Grotto is proud to celebrate 40 years underground, and we are excited to serve as your host for the 2026 Spring MAR Field Meet, held at the McClure Bean Soup Festival & Fairgrounds in McClure, Pennsylvania.

04/13/2026

🎉 Come help Bald EagleGrotto celebrate 40 years o' bein' underground!
🦇Join us at the 2026 Spring MAR as we mark four decades o' cavin', conservation, 'n community.
👋 Haven’t registered yet?
✅ Pre‑registration guarantees a Saturday evenin' meal
⏰ Deadline be dis Friday, April 17

Click on the link below to register today!!

Bald Eagle Grotto is proud to celebrate 40 years underground, and we are excited to serve as your host for the 2026 Spring MAR Field Meet, held at the McClure Bean Soup Festival & Fairgrounds in McClure, Pennsylvania.

04/09/2026

🦇📚 Saturday Night Door Prize at Spring MAR! 📚🦇
A big thank‑you to Speleobooks for donating a copy of "Conservation and Ecology of Pennsylvania's Bats", which we’ll be giving away as a door prize during MAR on Saturday evening!

If you’re interested in bats, conservation, or just want to deepen your knowledge of Pennsylvania’s underground (and above‑ground) residents, this is an awesome book to have on your shelf.

Be sure to stick around Saturday night — you might head home with a great read and a little extra bat appreciation. 🖤🦇
Thanks again to Speleobooks for supporting the caving community and Spring MAR!

Bald Eagle Grotto is proud to celebrate 40 years underground, and we are excited to serve as your host for the 2026 Spring MAR Field Meet, held at the McClure Bean Soup Festival & Fairgrounds in McClure, Pennsylvania.

04/07/2026

🗺️🦎 Spring MAR + Purple Lizard Maps = A Perfect Match! 🦎🗺️
We’re excited to share that we’ll be giving away several Purple Lizard maps as door prizes on Saturday evening! 🎉
If you love exploring public lands, planning future adventures, or just appreciate a really well‑designed, waterproof map, these are prizes you’ll definitely want to win. Purple Lizard Maps are packed with detail and are made right here in Central Pennsylvania.
Be sure to stick around Saturday night — you might head home with a brand‑new map and a whole lot of inspiration for your next trip.
Huge thanks to Purple Lizard Maps for supporting the caving community and Spring MAR!

Bald Eagle Grotto is proud to celebrate 40 years underground, and we are excited to serve as your host for the 2026 Spring MAR Field Meet, held at the McClure Bean Soup Festival & Fairgrounds in McClure, Pennsylvania.

04/03/2026

🦇 Spring MAR 2026 is almost here! 🦇
Join us May 1st–May 3rd for a fantastic weekend of caving, food, and community at the 2026 Spring MAR, hosted by the Bald Eagle Grotto.
📝 Registration is open through April 30th
🍽️ Meal guarantee deadline: April 17th
(Sign up by April 17th to be guaranteed meals — after that date, meals cannot be guaranteed.)
💲 Registration Fees

Adults: $35
Children ages 6–17: $15
Children 5 & under: FREE

🥪 Heading underground on Saturday?
Let us pack you a cave‑ready lunch for $5 — includes a sandwich, chips, and a drink.
🔥 Saturday Evening Dinner
Enjoy a hearty meal featuring:

Bar‑B‑Q chicken or cabbage steak
Baked beans
Mac & cheese
Dessert & a drink
(BYOD if desired)

Great caves, great food, and great people — don’t miss it!
👉 click on the link below. Register early and come celebrate Spring MAR 2026 with us!

Bald Eagle Grotto is proud to celebrate 40 years underground, and we are excited to serve as your host for the 2026 Spring MAR Field Meet, held at the McClure Bean Soup Festival & Fairgrounds in McClure, Pennsylvania.

04/02/2026

Vertical training scheduled for April 11th! check it out on the website :)

https://www.baldeaglegrotto.com/events-1/vertical-training-1