Welcome to the Near Normal Grotto
The Near Normal Grotto is a non-profit organization dedicated to the study, exploration and conservation of caves and cave life. Our members come from all walks of life – landscapers, camp counselors, carpenters, geologists, mechanics, teachers, and students, to name a few. In other words, people like you. Our interests may vary from exploration to conservation to photography, but we all share a passion for caving.
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Meetings
Near Normal Grotto meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at 7pm CT on Zoom. A link to our meeting can be found below
Join Zoom Meeting
https://illinois.zoom.us/j/87673957583?pwd=ODl0WlBlNFQ3S1VTVThPcmM2eUFTQT09
Meeting ID: 876 7395 7583
Passcode: NNG363
Membership
Dues are $15 for the first person and $5 for each additional household member. Paypal or Venmo to nearnormalgrotto@gmail.com PLEASE use the Friends and Family option so that we aren’t charged a service fee. Checks to Jeffery Gosnell c/o Near Normal Grotto 17005 Timber Lane Carlinville, IL 62626
Upcoming Events
For a Full List and details on upcoming events please Join us on Facebook
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Officers
Board Members are elected annually. Canidates are generally nominated at our November meeting and Elections are held at the December meeting.
2026 Board Members:
President-Joseph Medely
Vice President-Travis Chase
Secretary-Sarah Smith
Treasurer-Jeffery Gonsell
Member at large-Ben Grove