The natural entrance to the cave was very small, no fat men need apply. It is called wind cave because of the strong wing that often flows into or out of the cave, due to changes in atmospheric pressure. The ranger is using a piece of tape to demonstrate the wind. The cave is unique because of its "boxwork", thin sheets that come down from the ceiling. These are due to cracks in the limestone being filled by mineral deposits, which are more resistant to dissolving in water relative to the limestone.
The tour was somewhat strenuous in that there were 300 stairs, with narrow low passageways. Richard bumped his head a few times.
After lunch, we headed for the pool and hot springs known as Evans Plunge. This is more of a warm springs than a hot springs. It has a large pool like Glenwood Springs, with a gravel bottom. There are three water slides, including one that is short and steep and feels like a free fall. Ari met a girl staying in our campground, Sierra, and spend most of the time with her.
Heavy rains and lightning hit in late afternoon, confining us to our camper. Richard ended up walking Ari and Sierra back to Sierra's camper after dark.
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