Big Crazy Outdoor Adventures's video: Onondaga Cave Tour at Onondaga Cave State Park - Missouri Must See

We went on this Onondaga Cave Tour with Matt and Kay with Happy Trails Hiking. They were great guides to have along since I’ve never been to this cave before. Happy Trails Hiking https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0HmirE1SUNoSnDOgeIKfqg Per the Video: —“A Cave Park for the Cave State” —Skinny Deposits are Known as Soda Straws — Carbonic Acid dissolves the Rocks — Soda Straws become Stalactites and Stalactites cling tightly to the ceiling — Stalagmites might reach the ceiling — Columns are firmed when Stalactites and Stalagmites meet — Flow Stone occurs when water flows over a surface over time. Mineral deposits that show in the Cave — Calcite - White — Iron Oxide - Rust or Red — Manganese - Black — Tannin's - lighter brown Some of the names structures in the Cave — The twins are Stalagmites one of which is still growing and about 13 feet tall — Kings Canopy largest piece of Flow Stone in the Cave — Queens Canopy Second largest piece of Flow Stone in the Cave — Lily Pad Room has calcite crystals formed in calcite rich water on stalagmites standing in the water. “Onondaga Cave, a National Natural Landmark within Onondaga Cave State Park, is recognized as one of the most spectacular caves in the nation because of the quality of its formations. The tours lasts about an hour and fifteen minutes, covering about one mile of passageways. The cave's temperature is 57ºF (13ºC) year-round. Scheduled tours are given seasonally; check website for dates and fees.” https://www.visitmo.com/things-to-do/onondaga-cave “It was Dill's wish that the state be given the right of first refusal on the sale of the Onondaga property. With cooperation from his survivors and assistance of the Nature Conservancy the state legislature met the Dill family's request, and Onondaga became a state park dedicated to Lester B. Dill. Officially dedicated in 1982, the cave was also designated as National Natural Landmark.[6] In 1986 a large celebration was held in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the cave's discovery. Under the management of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources' Division of State Parks, Onondaga Cave is now in its second century and secure from further land disputes and vandalism. A new visitor's center and the nature museum were erected in 1990.[6]“ https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Onondaga_Cave_State_Park “Onondaga Cave has some really beautiful formations. There are helictites, cave pearls, shields, and lily pads. This cave is considered to be the most beautifully decorated cave in Missouri, and that means a lot. Especially the still ponds of dripping water are a source of extraordinary calcite crystals. The water is so still, calcite crystals form on the surface, making calcite rafts locally called calcite ice. They are swimming because of the surface tension of the water, and sink at the slightest stirring of the water. Lily pads resemble water lily's but are actually calcite crystals formed in calcite rich water on stalagmites standing in the water. Shields are, as the name says, shield-like formations and are extremely rare. They are formed by water which is transported along a thin crack by capillary forces.“ http://www.showcaves.com/english/usa/showcaves/Onondaga.html ________________________________________ MUSIC: Main music from: Music by Epidemic Sound (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Outro/End of Video Music: Follow Me 1:43 Jimmy Fontanez/Media Right Productions Dance & Electronic | Inspirational Youtube Audio Library ________________________________________ DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions I express on this channel are my own. I make no claim as to the validity or accuracy of the content provided herein. I make no claim as to having any specialized training, being an expert or professional in relation to any subject discussed on this channel. The views and opinions expressed are not to be considered legal advise or professional advise as I am not trained or authorized in any way to dispense such advise. Do not attempt any of the activities shown or discussed without first seeking the advise of qualified professionals and receiving proper guidance and or training. You are strongly encouraged to do your own research in regard to any views or opinions expressed here including but not limited to companies, products and activities mentioned. The views and opinions expressed here are mine alone, based on my own personal experience, and not reflective of those of any other entity. I make no guarantee expressed or implied that your views, opinions or experience will be the same. Big Crazy Outdoor Adventures, BCOA.tv, Big Crazy John, his friends and, or family presented in the videos cannot be held liable or responsible for any injuries resulting in the use or misuse of any products or methods mentioned in the video. Viewer accepts any and all liability and understands that they are responsible for their own actions.