[Colin Heacock]

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I am a Canadian who will be visiting Paris from May 10th to May 13th, 2007. I will be traveling with a female friend. I was wondering if there would be any groups traveling into the Paris catacombs during that time and if it would be possible to join in with such a group?

My past caving / urban explorer experiences include -

I have explored the lava tubes in Washington state where the darkness can be so complete a flashlight is inadequate. The lava tubes are not nearly as extensive as the Paris catacombs though. (side-note: When Mt. St. Helens erupted about 1900 years ago the lava flows created 'natural' caves, called lava tubes. One of these caves is called the Ape Cave).

I have also done some cave exploring in Arizona at the Havasupai Indian Reserve. These caves were not very extensive. I have also done some exploring in the Rocky Mountains near Calgary (i.e. old mine shafts). The
mine shafts were fairly extensive.

I have also done some urban exploring. I have ventured into abandoned buildings (i.e. closed down factories), transit tunnels and storm drains.

I follow the "leave no trace" ethic; take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints.

Morthicia recommended I post my request here. Is it possible to get more information about equipment, conditions and requirements for the catacombs? Thank you. All help greatly appreciated.