The Windy City Grotto is an internal organization of the National Speleological Society. We are dedicated to the exploration, preservation and conservation of the subterranean ecosystem. Our membership includes individuals at all experience levels. We welcome anyone who is concerned with the conservation and care of these fragile cave environments, and who wish to pursue a safe and rewarding caving experience.



General Meetings

Meetings are held every second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 P.M. at Aurelio's Pizza, located at 1455 W. Lake St. in Addison Illinois. The Pizzeria is located at the Southwest corner of the Centennial Plaza shopping center, next door to the Marcus Cinema. Our meetings feature business, announcements, and programs (slides, video, narrative) on recent caving trips or cave related topics.

The National Speleological Society believes:

• Caves have unique scientific, recreational, and scenic values
• These values are endangered by both carelessness and intentional vandalism
• These values, once gone, cannot be recovered
• The responsibility for protecting caves must be formed by those who study and enjoy them.

White-Nose Syndrome

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

N.S.S White Nose Syndrome Page

The Battle For Bats: White Nose Syndrome

Video by Ravenswood Media