First Cooper’s Cave picnic – photo essay

The tour starts, as everyone walks to the cave site.

Christine has her audience hanging on her every word as she talks about the history of the cave and her experiences there.

These children are eager to learn more about Cooper’s Cave. They have plenty of questions to ask Christine.

The children sit,  enthralled, as Christine tells them about one of her first finds at Cooper’s Cave –a partially crushed facial skeleton of Paranthropus robustus.

Older members on the tour were also fascinated by Christine’s talk.

Christine shows off one of her ancient finds.

These children got to grips with the ancient skulls.

These little children listen intently as Christine describes the skulls they hold.

The group finally gets to Cooper’s Cave after much walking. Along with numerous fossil finds, the area boasts a wide variety of living animals as well.

After a long walk and much talking, it’s time for lunch!