"The National Caving Association disagrees with the placement of memorial plaques inside or immediately outside a cave. The placement of plaques represents both a physical and visible intrusion in an otherwise pure unspoilt environment that is part of our natural heritage. Additionally they may be a source of pollution and subject to vandalism. The only exception should be in the case of a death occurring underground where it is impossible to recover the body."
(Policy formally adopted June 1998)
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