[Texascavers] Cascade Caverns Hiring for GM Position

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Cavers,

Who has dreamed of working at a cave? Well, here it is because Cascade
Caverns is looking to immediately hire a full-time General Manager. Cascade
Caverns is located in Boerne, TX, about 30 minutes north of San Antonio.
See below for details.

DESCRIPTION
At Cascade Caverns, the oldest solution cave attraction in Texas, we are
seeking a General Manager to work at our 103-acre park in Boerne, Texas.
Compensation based on experience.

DUTIES
As the General Manager, you will be primarily responsible for daily cave
tour operations and also campground and gift shop management. Specific
tasks will include but not be limited to:

- Scheduling tour guide work and vacation days;
- Interviewing, hiring and training tour guides when owner is unavailable;
- Overseeing camper forms and paperwork;
- Overseeing and reconciling daily cash register closeouts;
- Managing gift shop inventory, merchandising and pricing;
- Assigning and assisting employees (tour guides) with light maintenance
projects(bathroom cleaning, gift shop stocking, mowing/weed eating, trash
can emptying, etc.);
- Monitoring lighting, wastewater and water systems in the cave and the
park;
- Other various duties and tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or GED (college coursework or degree a plus);
- Must have bank account, driver’s license and personal transportation;
- Must like to work, be self-organized, mature and motivated;
- Must be able to walk up-and- down long flights of stairs;
- Prior exposure to the leisure, recreation or tourism/travel industry is a
plus;
- Mechanical ability a plus. Military experience a plus.

If interested, please contact Lance Kyle initially by e-mail at
lbk...@cascadecaverns.com  and include a resume. If we feel there’s a
match, we’ll invite you out to the Caverns for a tour. We look forward to
meeting you. This job starts ASAP and has a 90-day trial period. Must be
able to pass a background check.

Call (703) 785-7953 or e-mail lbk...@cascadecaverns.com .
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[Texascavers] TSA Election Results

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Based on 83 member votes, the following are elected as 2017 Texas
Speleological Association officers.

Chairman: Rob Bisset
Vice Chairman: Amy Morton
Treasurer: Kris Pena
Secretary: Liz Herren
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[Texascavers] 2016 Chuck Stuehm Award Winners

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Sorry for the oversight, these are the 2016 winners.

On Tue, Oct 18, 2016 at 1:03 PM, Ellie Falgout 
wrote:

> Congratulations to the following 2016 Chuck Stuehm Award winners who were
> announced at TCR:
>
> *Courtney McClymont* - Greater Houston Grotto
>
> *Ken Demerest* - UT Grotto
>
> *MJ Gibbons *- Bexar Grotto
>
> *Juliana Rincon* -  DFW Grotto
>
> The award is named after Raymond Chuck Stuehm (pronounced “Steam”) who
> was a member of several Grottos in the San Antonio area and was especially
> good at guiding, working with, and encouraging new cavers. Chuck's memory
> is honored every time a new, exceptionally exuberant caver receives this
> award.
>
> Thank you to all the Grottos for their participation.
>
> Ellie Watson
> 2009 Chuck Steuhm Winner
>
>
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[Texascavers] Fwd: 2015 Chuck Stuehm Award Winners

[Ellie Falgout via Texascavers]

Congratulations to the following 2016 Chuck Stuehm Award winners who were
announced at TCR:

*Courtney McClymont* - Greater Houston Grotto

*Ken Demerest* - UT Grotto

*MJ Gibbons *- Bexar Grotto

*Juliana Rincon* -  DFW Grotto

The award is named after Raymond Chuck Stuehm (pronounced “Steam”) who was
a member of several Grottos in the San Antonio area and was especially good
at guiding, working with, and encouraging new cavers. Chuck's memory is
honored every time a new, exceptionally exuberant caver receives this award.

Thank you to all the Grottos for their participation.

Ellie Watson
2009 Chuck Steuhm Winner
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[Texascavers] Cascade Caverns Hiring Full-Time/Part-Time/Seasonal Tour Guides, $8 hr

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Cavers,

Cascade Caverns in Boerne, TX is currently accepting applications for
Full-Time/Part-Time/Seasonal Tour Guides. Pay is $8 hr and you must be
available to work weekends on rotating schedule. If you or someone you know
is interested, email resume to lbky...@gmail.com.


*Cascade Caverns (www.CascadeCaverns.com )*
*JOB POSTING:*
http://www.indeed.com/cmp/Cascade-Caverns/jobs/Tour-Guide-c89d9adceccf645c?sjdu=QwrRXKrqZ3CNX5W-O9jEves1gZ3Ot2CKSYHwUdHlcqlV9QZulSvc0NtiwiQuPA5vtP2bno1XPkZPT3ml1n-J5Q

*POSITION*
At Cascade Caverns, the oldest living solution cave attraction in Texas, we
are seeking a Tour Guide to work at our 103-acre park in Boerne, Texas
(full-time, part-time or summer time). Pay is $8 per hour plus tips (most
tour guides make over $10 per hour when tips are included). Boerne is a
western suburb of San Antonio.

*DUTIES*
As a Tour Guide, you will be responsible for daily cave tours and assigned
tasks around the gift shop as well as assisting the manager with various
other projects. You will help in promoting a positive image of the park by
(including but not limited to):
- Providing cave tours;
- Registering campers and helping them find campsites;
- Routinely performing gift shop clerking and stocking duties;
- Emptying common area trash containers and checking rest rooms as needed;
- Other duties and tasks as assigned.

*QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS*
- High School diploma or GED.
- Must have bank account, driver's license and personal transportation.
- Must like to work, be self-organized and motivated.
- Must be able to walk up-and-down long flights of stairs.
- Prior exposure to the recreation/tourism/travel industry is a plus.
- Mechanical ability a plus.

*Note*: Must be able to pass a background check.
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Re: [Texascavers] TCMA Rolling Oaks Work Day, Saturday, May 28th in San Antonio

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Dont forget the upcoming TCMA volunteer work day at Rolling Oaks Cave
Preserve in Bexar County (northwest San Antonio) on Saturday, May 28th
at 10am.

Ellie
falgout.el...@gmail.com

On Tue, Mar 22, 2016 at 12:51 PM, Ellie Falgout  wrote:
> We're having another volunteer work day at Rolling Oaks Cave Preserve in
> Bexar County (northwest San Antonio) on Saturday, May 28th at 10am.  The
> main purposes are to clean up the grounds (trash and branches) and to
> continue the dig at Niche Cave, which is full of old farm trash and sediment
> that is washing in.  We need people, buckets, & shovels.  Bring your own
> drinks and snacks for the work.  TCMA will provide bottled water, bananas
> and light lunch.  The cave preserve is located at 224 Laurel Ridge Lane, San
> Antonio, TX 78253.  All visitors to the Preserve will be asked to sign a
> liability waiver. Meet at 10:00 am.  Bring your own cave gear if you wish to
> enter any of the four Preserve caves after the dig.
>
> I can be reached at 509-899-0007 or ellie.tho...@gmail.com in case any one
> gets lost, or if you would like coordinate more details. No need to RSVP if
> you are attending, just show up! Trip will be canceled in the event of rain.
>
>
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[Texascavers] TSA Spring Convention Photo & Map Salon-April 23rd, 2016

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Cavers,

Gregg Williams and Joe Ranzau will be chairing the Photo & Map Salon
for the TSA Spring Convention on April 23rd at the Fairgrounds in Rock
Springs, TX. Please prepare your photos and maps to show off to the
Texas Cavers. Cash prizes for the winners! I also need judges for the
salons, please let me know if you are willing to assist.

PHOTO SALON

Photo Salon rules at http://www.cavetexas.org/events/photosalon.html
Prints must measure at least 8 x 10 inches, but not larger than 20 x
24 inches. All entries must be mounted, but not framed. The print’s
title should appear either on the matte or on the mount directly below
the print. Photos that do not meet rules will not be judged.

Categories:
Print
Digital

Photos must be submitted to Joe Ranzau or emailed to jran...@gmail.com
by 10:00 a.m on Saturday, April 23rd. Any entries received after 10:00
am will not be judged.

Photo Salon Judging Criteria:
http://www.cavetexas.org/PDF/2012_TSAConventionPhotoSalonJudgingForm.pdf
Photo Entry Form:
http://www.cavetexas.org/PDF/2012_TSAConventionPhotoSalonEntryForm.pdf

MAP SALON
Map Salon rules at http://cavetexas.org/events/mapsalon.html. Entry
forms will be available at convention. Map must be created in the last
year, anything older will not be judged. (Significant modifications or
additions made within the last year to older maps may also be
submitted.)

Hard copies of all maps must be submitted to Gregg Williams, by 10:00
a.m on Saturday, April 23rd. Any entries received after 10:00 am will
not be judged.

Categories:
Caves under 100 m
Caves over 100 m
First-time Cartographer

Map Salon Judging Criteria: http://cavetexas.org/PDF/map2007judging.pdf

See you soon,

Ellie Falgout
509-899-0007
ellie.tho...@gmail.com

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[Texascavers] HOT Deals: Honey Creek Cave Salamander Tshirt for Sale!

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Cavers,

2 more weeks until I place another order of the Honey Creek Cave T shirts
designed by Don Arburn. If anyone is interested, let me know size and
quantity. I will take your order now and follow up with payment details at
the end of the month.

*Pricing:*

   - $21.23 (plus tax) per shirt if we order 12 shirts
   - $13.08 (plus tax) per shirt if we order 24 shirts
   - Personalization is easy! $5.00 per Name and $3.00 per Number

Please let me know if you would like a shirt, size and quantity. I will
keep your info and follow up with you on final price and payment details on
May 1, 2016.

I will need payment through paypal before I make the order on May 1, 2016.
If you want me to ship your shirt to you, I will also need $ for shipping.
I will give you a total quote before I place the order and you can accept
and pay me or decline.

T shirt type: Gildan Heavy Cotton Basic T-Shirt | Color - Purple
Print Type: Screenprinting
Photo of shirt at https://goo.gl/photos/Z46r9oM6BPSCXvTL7

Cavingly,

Ellie
falgout.el...@gmail.com
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Re: [Texascavers] HOT Deals: Honey Creek Cave Salamander Tshirt for Sale!

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Contact me offlist, falgout.el...@gmail.com, 509-899-0007

On Sat, Apr 2, 2016 at 9:17 AM, Ellie Falgout 
wrote:

> I am willing to place another order of Honey Creek Cave T shirts if anyone
> is interested. I will accept payment through the end of the month and place
> the order on May 1, 2016.
>
> *Pricing:*
>
>- $21.23 (plus tax) per shirt if we order 12 shirts
>- $13.08 (plus tax) per shirt if we order 24 shirts
>- Personalization is easy! $5.00 per Name and $3.00 per Number
>
> Please let me know if you would like a shirt, size and quantity. I will
> keep your info and follow up with you on final price and payment details on
> May 1, 2016.
>
> I will need payment through paypal before I make the order on May 1, 2016.
> If you want me to ship your shirt to you, I will also need $ for shipping.
> I will give you a total quote before I place the order and you can accept
> and pay me or decline.
>
> T shirt type: Gildan Heavy Cotton Basic T-Shirt | Color - Purple
> Print Type: Screenprinting
> Photo of shirt at https://goo.gl/photos/Z46r9oM6BPSCXvTL7
>
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[Texascavers] HOT Deals: Honey Creek Cave Salamander Tshirt for Sale!

[Ellie Falgout via Texascavers]

I am willing to place another order of Honey Creek Cave T shirts if anyone
is interested. I will accept payment through the end of the month and place
the order on May 1, 2016.

*Pricing:*

   - $21.23 (plus tax) per shirt if we order 12 shirts
   - $13.08 (plus tax) per shirt if we order 24 shirts
   - Personalization is easy! $5.00 per Name and $3.00 per Number

Please let me know if you would like a shirt, size and quantity. I will
keep your info and follow up with you on final price and payment details on
May 1, 2016.

I will need payment through paypal before I make the order on May 1, 2016.
If you want me to ship your shirt to you, I will also need $ for shipping.
I will give you a total quote before I place the order and you can accept
and pay me or decline.

T shirt type: Gildan Heavy Cotton Basic T-Shirt | Color - Purple
Print Type: Screenprinting
Photo of shirt at https://goo.gl/photos/Z46r9oM6BPSCXvTL7
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[Texascavers] 2015 Chuck Stuehm Award Winners

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Congratulations to the following 2015 Chuck Stuehm Award winners (better
late than never):

*Amy Morton* - Greater Houston Grotto

*Rich Zarria* - UT Grotto

*Lindsey Adamowski *- Bexar Grotto

The award is named after Raymond Chuck Stuehm (pronounced “Steam”) who was
a member of several Grottos in the San Antonio area and was especially good
at guiding, working with, and encouraging new cavers. Chuck's memory is
honored every time a new, exceptionally exuberant caver receives this award.

Thank you to all the Grottos for their participation.
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[Texascavers] TCMA Rolling Oaks Work Day, Saturday, May 28th in San Antonio

[Ellie Falgout via Texascavers]

We're having another volunteer work day at Rolling Oaks Cave Preserve in
Bexar County (northwest San Antonio) on *Saturday, May 28th at 10am*.  The
main purposes are to clean up the grounds (trash and branches) and to
continue the dig at Niche Cave, which is full of old farm trash and
sediment that is washing in.  We need people, buckets, & shovels.  Bring
your own drinks and snacks for the work.  TCMA will provide bottled water,
bananas and light lunch.  The cave preserve is located at *224 Laurel Ridge
Lane, San Antonio, TX 78253*.  All visitors to the Preserve will be asked
to sign a liability waiver. Meet at 10:00 am.  Bring your own cave gear if
you wish to enter any of the four Preserve caves after the dig.

I can be reached at 509-899-0007 or ellie.tho...@gmail.com in case any one
gets lost, or if you would like coordinate more details. No need to RSVP if
you are attending, just show up! Trip will be canceled in the event of
rain.
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[Texascavers] Sightseeing during TSA Spring Convention

[Ellie Falgout via Texascavers]

I spoke to Devil's Sinkhole SNA and they are excited we are coming to
Rocksprings and are happy to host us on Friday, April 22nd for a bat flight
viewing.

Meet at Rocksprings Visitor Center at 6:45pm. 101 N Sweeten St,
Rocksprings, TX 78880. We will watch a 20 minute video there, sign a waiver
and then caravan out to the sinkhole. The bats came out at 8pm last night
but its bound to be earlier by next month so I will update everyone a week
before convention on the estimated emergence time.

Cost: $6.00 per person
http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/devils-sinkhole

~

I talked to Kickapoo Caverns folks as well. They can do a tour on Sunday,
April 24th at 10am but you need to make reservation. Tour is 2 hours, 24
ppl max, $10 each. $3 per person park entrance fee, $3 is waived for entire
vehicle of State Park Passholder. They only let you use their helmets and
you need to bring your own lights. I have a reservation for 1pm and my trip
is full.



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Re: [Texascavers] TSA Spring Convention Photo & Map Salon-April 23rd, 2016

[Ellie Falgout via Texascavers]

*Update*: Gregg Williams is running the Map Salon and I am running the
Photo Salon. Please email photos to me at ellie.tho...@gmail.com or bring
photos to the salon before 10am on Saturday, April 23rd. We are only
accepting hard copies of maps and you may submit them to either Gregg or
me.


On Wed, Mar 9, 2016 at 12:33 PM, Ellie Falgout 
wrote:

> Cavers,
>
> I will be chairing the Photo & Map Salon for the TSA Spring Convention on
> April 23rd at the Fairgrounds in Rock Springs, TX. Please prepare your
> photos and maps to show off to the Texas Cavers. Cash prizes for the
> winners! I also need judges for the salons, please let me know if you are
> willing to assist.
>
>
>
> *PHOTO SALON *Photo Salon rules at
> http://www.cavetexas.org/events/photosalon.html Prints must measure at
> least 8 x 10 inches, but not larger than 20 x 24 inches. All entries must
> be mounted, but not framed. The print’s title should appear either on the
> matte or on the mount directly below the print. Photos that do not meet
> rules will not be judged.
>
> Categories:
>
>- Print
>- Digital
>
> Photos must be submitted to me, Ellie Falgout or emailed to
> donarb...@gmail.com by 10:00 a.m on Saturday, April 23rd. Any entries
> received after 10:00 am will not be judged.
>
> Photo Salon Judging Criteria:
> http://www.cavetexas.org/PDF/2012_TSAConventionPhotoSalonJudgingForm.pdf
> Photo Entry Form: 
> http://www.cavetexas.org/PDF/2012_TSAConventionPhotoSalonEntryForm.pdf
>
>
> *MAP SA**LON*
> Map Salon rules at http://cavetexas.org/events/mapsalon.html. Entry forms
> will be available at convention. Map must be created in the last year,
> anything older will not be judged. (Significant modifications or additions
> made within the last year to older maps may also be submitted.)
>
> Hard copies of all maps must be submitted to me, Ellie Falgout, by 10:00
> a.m on Saturday, April 23rd. Any entries received after 10:00 am will not
> be judged.
>
> Categories:
>
>- Caves under 100 m
>- Caves over 100 m
>- First-time Cartographer
>
> Map Salon Judging Criteria: http://cavetexas.org/PDF/map2007judging.pdf
>
> See you soon,
>
> Ellie Falgout
> 509-899-0007
> ellie.tho...@gmail.com
>
> https://www.facebook.com/events/1493950854246139/1510845052556719/
>
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[Texascavers] TSA Spring Convention Photo & Map Salon-April 23rd, 2016

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Cavers,

I will be chairing the Photo & Map Salon for the TSA Spring Convention on
April 23rd at the Fairgrounds in Rock Springs, TX. Please prepare your
photos and maps to show off to the Texas Cavers. Cash prizes for the
winners! I also need judges for the salons, please let me know if you are
willing to assist.



*PHOTO SALON *Photo Salon rules at
http://www.cavetexas.org/events/photosalon.html Prints must measure at
least 8 x 10 inches, but not larger than 20 x 24 inches. All entries must
be mounted, but not framed. The print’s title should appear either on the
matte or on the mount directly below the print. Photos that do not meet
rules will not be judged.

Categories:

   - Print
   - Digital

Photos must be submitted to me, Ellie Falgout or emailed to
donarb...@gmail.com by 10:00 a.m on Saturday, April 23rd. Any entries
received after 10:00 am will not be judged.

Photo Salon Judging Criteria:
http://www.cavetexas.org/PDF/2012_TSAConventionPhotoSalonJudgingForm.pdf
Photo Entry Form:
http://www.cavetexas.org/PDF/2012_TSAConventionPhotoSalonEntryForm.pdf


*MAP SA**LON*
Map Salon rules at http://cavetexas.org/events/mapsalon.html. Entry forms
will be available at convention. Map must be created in the last year,
anything older will not be judged. (Significant modifications or additions
made within the last year to older maps may also be submitted.)

Hard copies of all maps must be submitted to me, Ellie Falgout, by 10:00
a.m on Saturday, April 23rd. Any entries received after 10:00 am will not
be judged.

Categories:

   - Caves under 100 m
   - Caves over 100 m
   - First-time Cartographer

Map Salon Judging Criteria: http://cavetexas.org/PDF/map2007judging.pdf

See you soon,

Ellie Falgout
509-899-0007
ellie.tho...@gmail.com

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[Texascavers] TCMA Board Election Results

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Greetings TCMA Members,

Thank you to all TCMA members for participating in our recent Board
Election. The election results are "IN".

I am pleased to announce that Denise Prendergast, Jay Jorden, Joe Ranzau,
Drew Thompson and Lee Jay Graves have been elected to the Board of the
Texas Cave Management Association.

Congratulations to all and thank you for agreeing to participate.

Thank you to John Schneider and Barry Adelman for agreeing to run. Although
you were not successful - we appreciate you stepping forward and encourage
that you consider running next year.

Thank you to our Nominations Committee for finding a great group of
candidates and to our elections clerks for stepping up and making this
election a success.

The TCMA is an all volunteer organization. We thrive based on the efforts
of our Members, Board Members, Preserve Managers, Committee Chairsand
everyone that steps forward to help with our Mission.

If anyone would like to consider running for a Board seat in the future - I
encourage you to discuss that possibility with one of current or incoming
Directors - it offers a rewarding opportunity to give back to the Texas
Caving Community.
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[Texascavers] TSA Election Results (Texas Speleological Association)

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Congratulations to the 2016 Officers:

Rob Bisset, Chair
Jim Kennedy, Vice Chair
Kris Pena, Secretary
Heather Tucek, Treasurer

We had 70 members vote.

Thank you to all who participated,

Ellie Falgout
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[Texascavers] Bat Research Associate Position Announcement

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*Bat Research Associate Position Announcement*

*Position Title: *Research Associate, Bat Ecology and WNS

*Hiring Unit: *Texas A Institute of Renewable Natural Resources

*Job Type:* Full-Time

*Salary:* $36,000, State of Texas benefits, TRS retirement

*Pay Basis:* Salaried, monthly

*Location: *Various Statewide

*Major/Essential Duties:* In close coordination with Principal
Investigators, implement a field study on the distribution, abundance, and
roost use of bats across Texas with emphasis on the northern and
north-eastern portions of the state adjacent to Oklahoma. The study goal is
to obtain data prior to the arrival of White Nose Syndrome (WNS) in the
study areas. Responsible for coordinating activities with state and federal
agencies, as well as private organizations; hiring and training field crew;
managing budgets; collecting and processing data; data analyses and report
preparation; working closely with private landowners.

*Occasional Duties:* Actively communicate research results in peer-reviewed
journals; make presentations at various public and scientific meetings.
Perform other project-related duties as necessary.

*Required Education: *MS in wildlife science, biology/zoology, ecology, or
closely related fields. Individuals holding a Ph.D. are also encouraged to
apply. Possibility exists for MS degree holding individual to obtain Ph.D.
as part of the project.

*Required Experience: *Direct, independent field experience with bats
including capture and handling using standard techniques. Also required is
experience in hiring and managing field crews, working with government
agencies and private organizations, handling data sets, performing
statistical analyses, and preparing reports.

*Preferred Experience:* Previous involvement with bat studies of WNS.
Working knowledge of GIS systems such as ArcGIS.

*Required licenses:* Valid and current drivers license.

*Special Knowledge: *Protocols involving WNS for handling bats.

*To apply:* The following material must be contained in a single pdf file
that is titled with your last and first name (e.g., Smith, Mary): Cover
letter that is responsive to the position requirements; Resume; List of
references with current email and phone number; and university transcripts
(unofficial scan requested). Please email to Dr. Michael Morrison at
mlmorri...@tamu.edu. The position start date is negotiable but applicants
must be able to start by early November; earlier starting dates are
encouraged. The position will remain open until filled, and applications
will be reviewed as they are received. Please direct any questions to Dr.
Morison’s email address.
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[Texascavers] Texas Cavers Reunion, October 15-18, 2015, Paradise Canyon

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Behold, Texas Cavers Reunion Circus Spectacular will be held at Paradise
Canyon in Rio Medina, TX on October 15-18, 2015! Experience an
unforgettable weekend with refreshing water, views, food, friends, and
unimaginable fun.

This year’s theme is “Circus Spectacular”. Registration gets you a
wristband for an exciting weekend of camping, the “Big Feed”, beverages and
a chance at door prizes. Bring your own plate, cup and feed tools to get
the food from your plate to your food hole.

All the fun will be there...Speleolympics, survey contest, hot tub,
swimming, awards, parade, carousing, fun and friends. Bring out your best
costume for this year’s circus theme. Don Arburn will serve as Ring Master
and he needs lion tamers, fire throwers, magicians, jugglers, clowns and
any mythical, mysterious creature you can create to make his show complete.

Amazing climbers from around the state will perform their awe inspiring
spectacles of strength in the vertical contests, keen cavers will summon
their mighty surveying powers and adults and children alike will thrill at
the wonder of riding the trolley through the campground.

Hot showers and potable water are available. Musical instruments are
welcome but not at the hot tub. Drums are not welcome. Cameras also aren’t
allowed at the hot tub.

Sunday some intrepid individuals will be making breakfast to raise funds
for the TCMA. TSA and TCMA have open meetings following.

Children and dogs are welcome! They must be well behaved; no biting,
fighting, constant screaming or barking. Pooping on the ground isn’t
encouraged, but if they must, please clean up after them. Pets must be on
leash.

http://cavetexas.org/events/TCR/index.html

Join us for an unforgettable weekend of legendary proportions! Follow the
signs to TCR, 2220 County Road 2615, Rio Medina, TX 78066.


cavetexas.org/events/TCR/index.html


https://www.facebook.com/events/66717651671/


http://paradisecanyon.com/
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[Texascavers] Honey Creek Work Day Thanks

[Ellie Falgout via Texascavers]

Cavers had a work day at Honey Creek Cave property on June 6th and 16
volunteers showed up to work on making preliminary road repairs.  The old
ranch road has about 6” to 1’ berm along both sides of most of the ½ mile
ranch road from the highway to the cave shaft. Heavy rains, bound by the
berms, cause the road to become a river so, during our January 2014 thank
haul trips to Honey Creek Cave, we began making plans to divert water from
the road.

On June 6th, Kurt Menking had a tractor out to dig several sections of
trenches through the berms and cavers continued the work with picks,
shovels and rocks bars.  The day was very hot and we were glad to have
segments of shade while we worked.  The preliminary work of beginning the
trenches is done and we eagerly await the next rain to see if the trenching
was effective. We will continue to have work days out at Honey Creek to
continue road repairs and assist the landowner with tasks.

Thank you to the following volunteers who assisted this weekend.

   1. Kurt Menking
   2. Ellie Falgout
   3. Guin McDaid
   4. Bennett Lee
   5. Pam Campbell
   6. Amy Morton
   7. Tom Rogers
   8. Jean Krejca
   9. Aaron Wertheim
   10. Kim Freund
   11. Tim Ramon
   12. Richard L. Silver
   13. Rob Bissett
   14. Rich Zarria
   15. Andy Zarria
   16. Jill Orr
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Re: [Texascavers] Reminder: Honey Creek Cave Work Day, June 6th

[Ellie Falgout via Texascavers]

Work weekend is still on at Honey Creek Cave but we will not be caving due
to flooding.

Plan to meet at 9am at the shaft. Its going to be blistering hot and if you
can come, please be aware that work conditions will be pretty sweaty and
grim. Please bring shovels, picks, hoes, rock bars and pry bars to make
repairs to the road. We will also be helping the landowner clean up some
damage from the rains since they got 14 inches.

Let me know if you're interested and I will get you more details.

Ellie Falgout
falgout.el...@gmail.com


On Mon, May 25, 2015 at 8:50 AM, Ellie ellie.tho...@gmail.com wrote:

 Reminder: Honey Creek Road Work Day, Saturday, June 6th and recreational
 trip Sunday, June 7th. Its going to be blistering hot and if you can
 come, please be aware that work conditions will be pretty sweaty and grim.
 Please bring shovels, picks, hoes, rock bars and pry bars.

 Let me know if you're interested and I will get you more details.

 Camping available Friday and Sat night
 Meet at the shaft at 9am on Saturday, June 6th

 Recreational caving on Sunday, June 7th

 This just in! A facebook group for hard core Honey Creek Cave fans!
 https://www.facebook.com/groups/1446350182328915/ (Click and request to
 join!)

 Ellie Falgout
 falgout.el...@gmail.com

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[Texascavers] Honey Creek Cave Work Day, June 6th

[Ellie Falgout via Texascavers]

ANNOUNCEMENT: Honey Creek Road Work Day, Saturday, June 6th and
recreational trip Sunday, June 7th. Its going to be blistering hot and if
you can come, please be aware that work conditions will be pretty sweaty
and grim. Please bring shovels, picks, hoes, rock bars, pry bars.

Let me know if you're interested and I will get you more details.

Camping available Friday and Sat night
Meet at the shaft at 9am on Saturday, June 6th
Recreational caving on Sunday, June 7th

This just in! A facebook group for hard core Honey Creek Cave fans!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1446350182328915/ (Click and request to
join!)
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