Shaun Mangold

Cave exploration advocate and speleological safety educator

Bachelor of Science in Geology from University of Nevada, Reno • Regional Coordinator at Speleological Association • 15 years in Speleology

With over fifteen years navigating underground systems from Nevada to California, Shaun has dedicated his career to making cave exploration accessible and safe for newcomers while supporting experienced cavers in advanced surveying and conservation work.

What I Write About

Cave Safety
Grotto Development
Conservation Practices

My Approach

Safe cave exploration begins with proper training, continues through community support, and succeeds through respect for the underground environment.

Shaun emphasizes systematic training, community building, and ethical exploration practices that protect cave ecosystems while fostering personal growth through challenging underground environments.

Featured Writing

Training

Cognitive Skill Building in Modern Speleology Clubs

Explore how caving groups develop spatial reasoning, navigation accuracy and calm decision-making through structured training programs and analytical exercises.

November 28, 2025 9 min read

Community

Community Groups for Responsible Decision Training in Caving

Discover local clubs that focus on teamwork, probability basics and responsible decision habits through collaborative caving experiences.

November 15, 2025 8 min read

Techniques

Speleological Frameworks for Structured and Responsible Strategy

Learn how mapping discipline and expedition planning inform robust strategy development through systematic speleological methods.

October 22, 2025 10 min read

Currently Working On

Expanding grotto networks in rural Nevada, developing beginner-friendly training modules, and coordinating multi-state conservation initiatives for threatened cave ecosystems.