Can show caves in Texas and around the world survive after COVID-19?
During the first half of 2020, 94% of show caves worldwide closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the International Show Caves Association (ISCA). There are 144 show caves in the U.S. and more than 1,600 show cave businesses throughout the world. Show caves are a popular school field trip option for many school districts and “each year millions of school children visited show caves to learn about geology, hydrology, paleontology, archeology, conservation, and ecology. The educational value of field trips cannot be replaced by in class or remote learning,” ISCA officials said. Children on school field trips account for 1.05 million visitors to show caves in the U.S.
Worlds largest outdoor sky trail to reopen at Natural Bridge Caverns
The Twisted Trails Adventure Course closed on March 17 due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Wuest family, who owns Natural Bridge Caverns, celebrated the 60th anniversary of the discovery of the caverns with the announcement of the new aerial attraction in January. Twisted Trails Adventure Course, which replaced the former Canopy Explorer and Canopy Zip Line, features the largest outdoor Sky Trail and Sky Rail attraction. Hand-washing stations and sanitizer will be available to use before and after your Twisted Trails adventure. Natural Bridge Caverns is located at 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road.
Texas Eats Ep. 19: Natural Bridge Caverns
KSATs David Elder has embarked on a new adventure called Texas Eats, an hour-long show that airs on Saturdays at 10 a.m. on KSAT 12, KSAT.com and our streaming app. Watch the nineteenth episode and go inside the Natural Bridge Caverns and around San Antonio to discover great restaurants! Related links to this weeks episode are listed below:Texas Eats Contest: Natural Bridge CavernsOfficial Contest Rules: Texas Eats contest: Natural Bridge CavernsPast Texas Eats episodes are here:Wild about Food at the SA ZooSA Rodeo EatsCentral Texas BBQTex-Mex in San AntonioTexas German food in New BraunfelsAll things brunchBeer, wings and more: Getting ready for the big gameTexas Eats Ep. Viewers can catch Texas Eats on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m., or on the KSAT-TV Livestream app available on Roku, Amazon Fire, Apple TV, and most smart TVs, as well as on KSAT.com, and KSATs YouTube channel. Follow Texas Eats on Facebook and Instagram.
‘Texas Eats’ Contest: Natural Bridge Caverns
Published: May 28, 2020, 5:02 pm Updated: May 31, 2020, 8:38 pmNEW BRAUNFELS – Watch “Texas Eats" Saturday, May 30 for your chance to win four tickets to Natural Bridge Caverns! Just enter the secret word mentioned in the show in the contest form. Click here to access the contest link if the form is not appearing on your browser. Catch up on “Texas Eats” episodes here. Secret word: batcave
Natural Bridge Caverns reopens for tours after COVID-19 pandemic closure
SAN ANTONIO Natural Bridge Caverns in San Antonio is open for cavern tours with other attractions, like the worlds largest outdoor sky trail," set to open at a later date, according to caverns spokesperson. Underground lakes part of major new discoveries at Natural Bridge CavernsThere is no higher priority than the safety of our guests and staff. Since the onset of COVID-19, Natural Bridge Caverns has followed the guidance of federal, state, and local authorities and continues to monitor this ever-evolving situation, said president and CEO of Natural Bridge Caverns Brad Wuest. Every $1 provides 7 meals for a person in need," said Travis Wuest, co-owner of Natural Bridge Caverns and advisory board chair of the New Braunfels Food Bank. VIDEO: See the worlds largest outdoor sky trail at Natural Bridge Caverns.
Natural Bridge Caverns reopening Friday for daily tours with new safety measures
Natural Bridge Caverns reopening Friday for daily tours with new safety measuresDaily tours of Natural Bridge Caverns will resume on Friday after more than a month of being unavailable due to the coronavirus pandemic. Daily tours of Natural Bridge Caverns will resume on Friday after more than a month of being unavailable due to the coronavirus pandemic. Photo: Photo Provided By Natural Bridge Caverns Photo: Photo Provided By Natural Bridge Caverns Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Natural Bridge Caverns reopening Friday for daily tours with new safety measures 1 / 1 Back to GalleryDaily tours of the Natural Bridge Caverns will resume on Friday after more than a month of being unavailable due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Natural Bridge Caverns is Texas' largest known show cave and has been a popular destination for locals and visitors since opening in 1964. Natural Bridge Caverns is located at 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road.
mysanantonio.comNatural Bridge Caverns suspends operations through the end of March
Natural Bridge Caverns suspends operations through the end of MarchNatural Bridge Caverns vice resident Travis Wuest, left, and president and CEO Brad Weust, were part of an expedition team that found a new 600-foot-long passage off the Dome Pit. Natural Bridge Caverns suspended operations through the end of March amid the coronavirus pandemic. less Natural Bridge Caverns vice resident Travis Wuest, left, and president and CEO Brad Weust, were part of an expedition team that found a new 600-foot-long passage off the Dome Pit. Natural Bridge Caverns ... more Photo: Carlos Javier Sanchez /Contributor Photo: Carlos Javier Sanchez /Contributor Image 1 of / 4 Caption Close Natural Bridge Caverns suspends operations through the end of March 1 / 4 Back to GalleryNatural Bridge Caverns suspended operations through the end of March amid the coronavirus pandemic. "There have been no reported cases of COVID-19 at Natural Bridge Caverns."
mysanantonio.comBiggest bounce house in the world coming to San Antonio
TEXAS – The biggest bounce house in the world is heading back to Texas this April. According to Guinness World Records, Big Bounce America was listed as the largest inflatable bouncy castle in May 2018 at 11,433 square feet. The Big Bounce America has been supersized to 13,000 square feet of fun with a 20-foot-tall rabbit you can climb, a giant slide, ball-pit and over-sized couches, according to the company’s website. Dates for San Antonio and Houston are in the works but dates have yet to be confirmed. Sessions last three hours per ticket and include a dedicated time slot and unlimited access to all the inflatablesFree and cheap date night ideas in San Antonio
Underground lakes part of major new discoveries at Natural Bridge Caverns
SAN ANTONIO - A 19-hour trip deep into the caves at Natural Bridge Caverns in July led to some major new discoveries, including underground lakes and massive rooms. Brad Wuest and Travis Wuest, who own and operate Natural Bridge Caverns, were joined by Bill Steele on their journey into the uncharted portions of the cave. Travertine Passage is one of the new areas the team discovered during their July trip. Midnight Dome is another large chamber the team discovered on the trip. Natural Bridge Caverns offers tours all year long through certain areas of the cave.
Explore Natural Bridge Caverns canopy zip lines
SAN ANTONIO - Natural Bridge Caverns is more than just a cave! If you're looking for a family adventure, head to the top of the 60 feet, four-tier canopy explorer ropes course or take a trip across the Texas Hill Country sky on the canopy zip lines at Natural Bridge Caverns. Natural Bridge Caverns offers an adventure the whole family can enjoy. Things to do at Natural Bridge Caverns:Cavern toursBracken bat flightGem and fossil miningSky tykes ropes courseShoppingFor more information, visit naturalbridgecaverns.com or call 210-651-6101. Sponsored article by Natural Bridge Caverns.