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Mammoth Cave 12th Research symposium

Celebrating more than 100 years of scientific research 

and resource management in the Mammoth Cave Region.


May 13-15, 2025

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

  Western Kentucky University,  the Cave Research Foundation, and the Mammoth Cave Biosphere Region invite you to  attend the 12th Research Symposium to be held May 13-15, 2025.   This symposium will highlight natural and cultural research occurring in, around, or relevant to resource management, groundwater quality, and the well-being of all life in the Mammoth Cave Region.

 It is a forum for natural and cultural resource managers, scientists and cooperators, and other interested parties to learn, 

network, and coordinate science and management efforts. No registration is required.


We hope that through expanded knowledge, capacity, and professional networks built in this symposium, federal, state, and local public lands managers and researchers are better prepared to address future questions that will support the resilience of our communities and shared resources.


Above photo credit: Audubon Avenue, Art and Peg Palmer

Program Details

Tuesday, May 13

Celebration of the 100th Year of Fluorescent Dye Tracing at the Park Invited Keynote Speakers and Hydrogeology Sessions


Evening Poster Session and Reception

Hamilton Valley CRF Research Station


Wednesday, May 14

 Cave and Surface Biology Sessions


Evening Field Trip 

Multiple options available. 

Sign up at info booth upon arrival Tuesday.


Thursday, May 15

Cultural Resources and International Sessions


Lunch with Cave & Museum Tours at Diamond Caverns.

 Provided by the National Cave Museum.

RSVP to lee.bledsoe@wku.edu REQUIRED by May 12, 2025

Symposium Adjourns at 5:00 PM

Logistics

 Location for technical sessions is the Rotunda Room at The Lodge at Mammoth Cave.  No registration required.


Accommodations

Rooms can be reserved at The Lodge. 

We encourage you to book early, no block of rooms has been held for this event. https://mammothcavelodge.com/lodging-mammoth-cave/


Hamilton Valley Bunkhouse, CRF Research Station

Shared amenities and bunk space.

Reserve with Pat Kambesis at pat.kambesis@wku.edu.


Other nearby lodging includes hotels in Cave City, Glasgow, or Bowling Green, local bed and breakfasts, or vacation rentals. 


Food

Green River Grill,   Lantern Cafe,  Maple Springs Coffee Shop, and the Caver's Camp Store are located at the Park.  Other options for lunch (fast food, country diners, Mexican and other chain restaurants) are also available in nearby Park City, Cave City, and Brownsville.  

Submission and Presentation Details

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