Explore Lincoln Caverns & Whisper Rocks: Unique Caving Adventures for Girl Scouts in Huntingdon, PA
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, including youth; requires ability to walk and stand for guided tours.
Overview
Discover the underground wonders of Lincoln Caverns & Whisper Rocks in Huntingdon, PA. Perfect for Girl Scouts earning patches, this unique caving adventure blends geology, history, and conservation in an unforgettable experience.
Girl Scout Cadette, Senior & Ambassador Events: Going Batty Patch and/or Directions Matter Patch (April)
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About This Adventure
Join us for an unforgettable three-day adventure at Lincoln Caverns, where Girl Scouts can earn unique patches through engaging programs. Experience the thrill of exploring dark caverns with flashlights, enjoy cozy lodging, and participate in crafts and workshops. Create lasting memories while learning about cave conservation and bat habitats!
Duration 3 days - Friday-Sunday, April 24 – 26, 2026
Visit us for both patch programs, or choose between the Going Batty Patch on Saturday, and the Directions Matter Patch on Sunday. All participants will get to experience the Dark Zone tour on Saturday evening. Explore the caverns with flashlights and investigate the depths with blacklights.
INCLUDED
Going Batty - Includes Friday night lodging, program, a bat house for each troop (of 8 or more girls), and pizza. Directions Matter - Includes Saturday night lodging, program, a craft for each girl, and an Italian sub lunch. COMBO: Includes Friday and Saturday night lodging, pizza lunch (Saturday), Italian sub lunch (Sunday), a craft for each girl, a bat house for each troop (of 8 or more girls), and workshops to complete both patch programs.
Lincoln Caverns has been serving the Girl Scout Community for over thirty years. By providing activities that are both engaging and educational, Lincoln Caverns offers Girl Scouts an opportunity to learn and make memories that will last them a lifetime. Girl Scout Programs are available year-round in our Indoor Learning Center. Event dates are ideal for smaller troops. To accommodate more scouts, registration on these event dates is limited to Girl Scouts, leaders, and registered scout parents. Event dates give scouts an opportunity to join others from Pennsylvania and nearby states to complete a scout-centered learning adventure. All programs include a pre-tour program about cave conservation and a cavern tour. Advance registration is required for all event day programs. Registration closes ten days prior to the event, or when the event has been booked to capacity.
Note: A bat house is given to each troop of 8 or more. Troops of less than 8 girls may purchase materials for a bat house at cost.
Adventure Tips
Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes
The cavern floors can be slippery and uneven; solid footwear ensures safe footing during tours.
Bring a light jacket
The caves maintain a cool temperature year-round, so layering helps keep comfortable.
Follow guide instructions closely
Stick to marked paths and safety rules to protect both yourself and the fragile cave features.
Avoid touching formations
Oils from hands can damage delicate cave formations, so admire from a distance.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Cave crickets
- Eastern small-footed salamander
History
Lincoln Caverns was discovered in the 1930s and opened to the public in 1939, marking a significant point in Appalachian geotourism.
Conservation
The site promotes sustainable tourism by limiting group sizes and educating visitors on protecting fragile cave environments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Closed-toe hiking shoes
Protects feet on wet and rocky cavern surfaces.
Light jacket or fleece
Keeps you warm in the consistently cool cave environment.
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Small backpack
Useful for carrying water and extra layers before and after the tour.
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Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated before and after exploring the caves.
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