The Shanty Irish Band has had the privilege of playing at Cooters for Old Timers Reunion for at least 15 years (we’ve lost count). We have loved every minute of playing for David “Shack” Shackleford, his crew, and all their Read More …
If you were at the 50th reunion (photo below), then you remember when we had a record-breaking 2400 people packed into our campground, complete with all of their cars, tents, and gear (but a lot fewer campers, RVs, and grotto Read More …
Nine years ago, after the unfortunate death of dear friend and larger-than-life OTR personality Kim ‘Bubbles’ Michalek, Stacy Mock and Kelsea Johnson crafted a vision to memorialize Bubbles with one of her favorite social activities: a red dress hash run. Read More …
This year, for the first time ever, the wonders of OTR will be documented on film for all of posterity. As a community of cavers, we all know that our membership is eclectic and diverse. But would you believe that Read More …
Thursday, starting at dusk Newcomers are special to the OTR community, and we welcome you with a few annual traditions! Step 1: Come to the Bonfire Lighting, where we will hold a brief Welcome Ceremony to introduce you to the Read More …
For our attendees who arrive with mobility issues, a small group of kind souls has organized a campground transit service. New in 2026, watch for a golf cart named “Laney” to assist in ferrying individuals upon request within the campground Read More …
Friday, 6 PM 2026 NSS Convention Keynote speaker – Genevieve von Petzinger (Recording) Genevieve von Petzinger is an internationally recognized paleoanthropologist and rock art researcher specializing in prehistoric cave art and early proto-writing systems. Her academic work focuses on the Read More …
Friday, 5-6 PM Come learn from fellow grottos and caving organizations their lessons learned on how to handle those difficult situations of sexual harassment. It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure a safe, supportive caving culture. We will have a respectful, Read More …