2017 Goodwin Cave Workdays 

An Important Karst Resource - Laclede County, Missouri

The Missouri Caves and Karst Conservancy owns Goodwin Pit Sinkhole and Cave, located in Laclede County, Missouri. Goodwin Pit is an important karst resource that consists of a major sinkhole and the entrance to Goodwin Pit Cave. Sadly, Goodwin Pit had been used as an illegal dump site for more than 60 years. Trash accumulated over the years resulted in building up 10-15 feet of sediment, impeding the normal flow of water through the sinkhole and the cave. It is important to note that water from nearby Offutt Pit also drains into Goodwin Pit. In 2012, MCKC began the cleanup of Goodwin Pit, which involved removing the trash in the sink and sediment from the cave entrance before removing the debris that has washed into the cave's passages. 

On March 25-26th volunteers are welcome to the Goodwin pit to help clean out and once again begin the process of bringing this important resource to its glory. A reciprocating saw will be available to try and cut up the tires which blocked progress in 2014 and lunch willbe served.

Please email the cave manager, Klaus Leindenfrost so he can plan lunches accordingly at klaus1@fidnet.com 

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WE CANT WAIT TO SEE EVERYONE THERE!

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