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

NSS Convention

June 21 to June 29

The National Speleological Society (NSS) returns to beautiful Schoharie County in upstate New York to hold our 82nd Annual Convention. Pre-Registration for 2025 is now open at the early signup discount of only $275.

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Future Events

Jun 25-COG Monthly MeetingMore Info
Jul 03-Bear Heaven and Kees Cave: Intro to VerticalMore Info
Jul 09-COG Exec MeetingMore Info
Jul 18-Everything but the Squeal 2More Info
Jul 23-COG Monthly MeetingMore 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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