texascavers Digest 13 Jan 2012 23:10:52 -0000 Issue 1472
Topics (messages 19315 through 19320):
OT --- outdoor education position opening at TPWD
19315 by: Jim Kennedy
19317 by: Devra Heyer
Re: TCC Winter Conference: February 24-26, 2012: 1 of 2
19316 by: Mark.Alman.L-3com.com
Aggie wears Petzl in Space
19318 by: James McLane
Planetary, Mine, and Sinkhole Cave and Karst Conferences
19319 by: George Veni
Texas Cavers] TCC Winter Conference: February 24, 25, & 26, 2012; All
Information
19320 by: Leslie Bell
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Sounds like a good job for a caver:
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/business/jobs/postings/?page=12_19_120
-- Jim
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It's an current TPWD position. I noticed it last month and they just extended
the closing date. My dreams were dashed when I noticed that it was an internal
position :(
Devra
On Jan 13, 2012, at 9:55 AM, "Jim Kennedy" <[email protected]> wrote:
> Sounds like a good job for a caver:
> http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/business/jobs/postings/?page=12_19_120
>
> -- Jim
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Photos and a report sure would be nice for the ol’ TEXAS CAVER!
Any volunteers?
Thanks,
(Always spanning the globe for reports and submissions!)
Mark
From: Leslie Bell [mailto:[email protected]]
Sent: Friday, January 13, 2012 8:20 AM
To: [email protected]
Subject: [Texascavers] TCC Winter Conference: February 24-26, 2012: 1 of 2
I am posting two messages (due to size limit) regarding the TCC Winter
Conference on behalf of the Texas Cave Conservancy.
Regards,
Leslie Bell
TCC Winter Conference Activities
Friday- February 24
Camping & caving
Saturday-February 25
Breakfast
Tours& Workshops – 10:00 AM
• Geology-Caving Tour
• Twin Creeks Tour
• Cave Restoration Workshop - 9:00 A.M.
This year we will be holding a Cave Restoration & Clean Up at Beck Ranch Cave.
We ask all cavers visiting this cave to carry out any trash observed.
. Avery Ranch Cave- All Day
. Dies Ranch Treasure Cave-All Day
. Dies Ranch Shelter Cave-All Day
. Cedar Park area Caving-All Day
. Bob Finger Napping
(Making arrowheads) TCC Headquarters - 5:00 PM
. Dinner - 6:30 PM Texas Caver Cooking Crew
. Special After Dinner guest presentation on the old Southwest Texas
University Grotto of San Marcos, Texas .
. Hall of Texas Cavers Slides & Party
. Dave Cave ’s Salon (Strawberry Margaritas & more)
Sunday-February 26
Breakfast & Caving
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http://www.universetoday.com/92507/mike-fossum-answers-your-questions/
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Dear Friends,
Below are announcements and updates on conferences involving caves on other
planets, caves associated with mines, and sinkhole issues. As usual, please
distribute this to anyone you think may be interested, and contact the
people listed below for more information.
George
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AbSciCon - the Astrobiology Conference held every 2 years - will be held
April 16-20, 2012, in Atlanta, GA. I want to point out that there is a
planetary cave session for those interested. The cave session is topic #5
under Extreme Environments.
Information to submit abstracts can be found at:
http://abscicon2012.arc.nasa.gov/meeting-information/
Abstracts are due: 31 Jan 2012.
5.Session Family: Extreme Environments
Session Title: Planetary Caves - Implications for Astrobiology, Climate,
Detection and Exploration. Short title (for abstract submission):
Planetary Caves
Description: The focus of this session is to promote the exchange of
knowledge and ideas between planetary and terrestrial scientists interested
in cave exploration and research across the solar system. Extraterrestrial
caves provide access to the subsurface without the need for drilling and are
potential habitats for previous or present life. In recognition of the broad
scope, interdisciplinary nature, and strong international interest in this
topic, the participation of any interested scientist with relevant
theoretical, experimental, or field experience is strongly encouraged.
Organizer: Timothy Titus, [email protected]
Dr. Timothy N. Titus
Supervisory Research Space Scientist
USGS Astrogeology Science Center
Work:928-556-7201
Cell:928-640-0077
Fax: 928-556-7014
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Dear cave and karst researchers,
>From 26 to 29 April 2012 the Second International Symposium on Mine Caves
will be held at Iglesias, Sardinia.
http://www.international-symposium-on-mine-caves.org/
Mine caves are natural cavities intercepted in underground works, and often
are ideal sites for different scientific researches.
Deadline for abstract submission is January 31, 2012.
Registration and abstract submission can be done at the symposium website
http://www.international-symposium-on-mine-caves.org/abstracts
We hope to welcome many karst scientists and cavers in Sardinia.
Jo De Waele and Paolo Forti
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Dear colleagues,
Only few days are left to submit abstracts to the following forthcoming
Scientific Session on Sinkholes at the General Assembly of EGU in Vienna,
next April:
Session NH8.6
"SINKHOLES: from susceptibility to risk evaluation and mapping"
(http://meetingorganizer.copernicus.org/EGU2012)
at EGU General Assembly (Vienna, 22-27 April 2012)
Convened by: Mario Parise, Giulio Iovine, Stefania Nisio
Session Description
Sinkholes are widespread in many countries of the world, in several
geological and morphological settings, affecting distinct lithotypes either
in the detrital cover sequences or in bedrock outcrops. In particular, some
phenomena develop in geomorphological context characterized by plain areas
and notable detrital coverages, either made of sediments or colluvial or
residual terrains, thick even tens to hundreds of meters. In some cases, the
genetic mechanisms are poorly understood; they can be quite complex and
appear not directly connected with classical karstic processes. The recent
urban development and the increasing need of spaces for infrastructures in
areas potentially affected by sinkholes require a better comprehension in
terms of related susceptibility, hazard and risk. The session aims to
stimulate the discussion on the state-of-the-art of the studies on the
mentioned topic, with special regard to sinkholes in plain not-karstic
areas. Analyses of genetic mechanisms, methodological examples of
investigation, and case studies are welcome, as well as description of
techniques for evaluating susceptibility, hazard and risk.
Note: A selection of studies presented at this session will be considered
for publication in a special issue of a relevant international journal.
For info on how to submit an Abstract:
http://meetings.copernicus.org/egu2012/abstract_management/how_to_submit_an_
abstract.html
or go directly at:
http://meetingorganizer.copernicus.org/EGU2012/sessionprogramme/NH#NH8
choose Session NH8.6, and press "Abstract submission"
The deadline for the submission of Abstracts is 17 January 2012.
Further information about the EGU General Assembly 2012 can be found
at: http://meetings.copernicus.org/egu2012/home.html, and information about
EGU itself can be found at http://www.egu.eu
In case any technical questions arise, please contact us at
[email protected] For any questions relevant to the Session
organization please do not hesitate to contact me
We hope to see you in Vienna!
Best Regards,
Mario Parise and co-conveners
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George Veni, Ph.D.
Executive Director
National Cave and Karst Research Institute
400-1 Cascades Avenue
Carlsbad, New Mexico 88220-6215 USA
Office: 575-887-5517
Mobile: 210-863-5919
Fax: 575-887-5523
[email protected]
www.nckri.org
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TCC Winter Conference Activities
Friday - February 24
• Camping & Caving
Saturday - February 25
• Breakfast
• Cave Restoration Workshop - 9:00 A.M.
This year we will be holding a Cave Restoration & Clean Up at Beck Ranch
Cave.
We ask all cavers visiting this cave to carry out any trash observed.
• Tours & Workshops - 10:00 AM
• Geology - Caving Tour
• Twin Creeks Tour
• Avery Ranch Cave - All Day
• Dies Ranch Treasure Cave - All Day
• Dies Ranch Shelter Cave - All Day
• Cedar Park Area Caving - All Day
• Bob Finger Napping (Making Arrowheads) TCC Headquarters - 5:00 PM
• Dinner - 6:30 PM Texas Caver Cooking Crew
• Special After Dinner guest presentation on the old Southwest Texas
University Grotto of San Marcos, Texas.
• Hall of Texas Cavers Slides & Party
• Dave Cave’s Salon (Strawberry Margaritas & more)
Sunday - February 26
• Breakfast & Caving
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Southwest Texas Grotto Members (SWTG)
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If you are in contact with any of these people, please forward the previous
message
regarding the TCC Winter Conference activities to them, thank you.
Adams Robert Fieseler Ronnie Lamport Karen Raines Terry
Aderhold Cindy Finger Bob Lantz Randall Ralph Jack
Aiken Bill Finseth Shelly Lantz Randy Ramsel Bill
Alcorn Steve Fisher Syndal Larue Bill Redding Dale
Alford David Fleming Steve LeBlanc Tim Reich Karen
Allen Bud Flores Fred Lee Marvin Kathy Renner
Allison Tom Fomby Ed Leiman Beth Rice David
Anderson Doug Fonville Steve Lewis Jan Richardson
David
Anderson Rick Fruit Mitch Libby Mark Roberts
Kathy Ann
Andrews Sue Gallager Michael Lieman Beth Robertson
Claire
Arterburn Philip Gallaher Mike Lloyd Hal Robertson
Gaylyn
Ash Mike Galligan Brian Longley Dr. Glenn Rocamontes
Mike (Rocky)
Ashburn Chris Garrett Steve Love George R.R. Rowe
Atkinson Jerry Garza Tonja Love Marilyn Rupley Bill
Atwood Dana Geislar Steve Luker Sandi Russell Bill
Austin Cindy Gibley Lisa Machiavelli Niccollo Salazer Adan
Baimbridge Pat Godbold Patti Maddox Dan Sale Paul
Bain Nina Good Paula Mahon Chris Sammon Suzy
Baker Dariel Goodman Fred Mahoney Joan Sanders Van
Baldwin James Goodwin Jane Manganello Marian Schimdt Karen
Baldwin Pete Gordon Nancy Manyers Ralph Schmidt Larry
Ballard William Grasso Judy Marcum Steven Schrager
Bobby
Barre Alan Green Barbara Martinelli Robert
Seidensticker Ed
Barton James Green Cece Martinelli David Self Paul
Barton Jimmy GreenRobert Mata Tony Sharp Diane
Battle Susie Grim Madonna McAlpine Ross Shepherd
Steve
Beatty Chris Griswold Phyllis McCarthy Bill Shumate Mark
Beaver Lisette Grubbs Andy McCarty Debbie Sifuentes
Jose Luis
Beyer Gary Grutsch Alice McClaugherty Mike Simo Joe
Billings Lin Grutsch Madonna McClimans Darlene Simo Nancy
Billings Sam Gulley Clifton McClimans Mike Smith Cindy
Binney Frank Gusey Joanne McClimans Jerry Smith Craig
Black Laura Halpin Sara McCuistion Kevin Smith George
Borchers Herman Hamblet Melton McDowell Paul Smith Keith
Bowman David Hammond Charlett McGonegel Anne Smith Rod
Boyd Bruce Handler Marueen McIntire Jim Smock Richard
Boyer Paul Haning Jim McKee Mike Snider Claire
Bradley Richard Haning JoAnn McKingle Angelique Snider
Jessica
Brimhall Pat Hart David McLaurin Larry Soukey Cady
Brolliar Dayna Harper Concha McMillan Monti Sparadling
Donald
Brown Roy Harris Chuck MCNatt Logan Spradling
Sherri
Brown Stanley Harris Mary McNatt Randy Steele Bill
Bruno Randy Harrison Blake Meacham Martha Stern Mike
Bryant Jerry Hawkins Al Mengle Judy Stevenson
Mike
Burdick David Helton Betty Mialkowski Andrew Stewart
Marybeth
Burgon Steve Hemperly Robert Mickey Susan Stokes Gary
Burk Martha Henley Patric Millard Monty Stoldt Mike
Burnett Jane Hennessy Mike Miller Bill Strength Ned
Buswold Buzzy Hestand Jody Miller Gail Strickland
Pete
Callison Larry Heuss Keith Miller Marcia Stuehm Chuck
Cambell Scot Hewitt Linda Miller Walter Stuewe Angel
Cannow Mike Hill Kandy Milligan Barbara Sturdivant
Sandy
Carriere Liz Hill Mike Minchaca Jose Sumbera Doug
Carter Andy Hinchcliff Mark Minton Mark Sumbera Joe
Cassidy Sue Hinderlang Paul Mireles Ray Summers David
Cathey Martha Hinton Glenda Miscoe Richard Sutton
Clarence
Chappell Paul Holland Eric Mitchell Marie Taylor Jerry
Chelf John Holt Kira Moerbe Stan Taylor Mike
Chelf Honhorst Mary Monahan Katie Teates John
Susan Chisholm Hooper Jocie Monahan Peter Tennis Patti
Robert Chris Horowitz Jeff Montgomery Dick Thibodaux
Chris
Christie Doug Horton Jack Montieth Wendy Thomas Bill
Cimino Steve Huber Greg Moore Richard Thomson
Martha
Claccio Donald Hudspeth Mark Moore Anne Throgmorton
Richard
Clark Bryan Hunt Gib Moore Bill Tolar Debbie
Colleen Cleckley Hurd Sylvia Moore Jerry Truet Joc
Cobb Allen Isham Paul William Morgan Truet Miki
Coffee Bill Israel Tom Bob Morman Tuck Sonny
Candis Cominotto Jackson David Randy Morrill Vigil Gary
Condon Barbara Jackson Diana Morrill Leslie Wait Ellen
Cossey Marcia Jackson Scotty Morrill Steve Walker Calvin
Coughran Wayne Jacoby Ann Morris Dottie Walsh Mike
Cradit Jon Jacoby Ed Morrison Gary Walsh Mike
(2)
Crossen Diane James Catherine Morton Drehlaine Ward Ken
Currie Vickie James Kim Mott Kathryn Watkins Jeff
Dailey Ken Jannasch Caryn Muao Paul Webb John
Daley Tom Jarl Jimmy Mueller Herbert Webster
(Freda) Gail
Damon Diana Joe Tommy Mundine Bobby Wehlander
Virginia
Daniels Ruff Johnson Alan Murnane Joe Whitmeyer
George
Davidson Dick Johnson Gail Nance Herb Wilk Lisa
Davis James Johnson Jack Nelson Stephanie Wilkins Gwen
De la Garza Raul Johnson Mike Nicholis Kiki Wilkins Lisa
Della Rose Ann Jondahl John Nix Bill Williams
Carol
Deneiston Perry Jones Dale Nye Janel Williams
Cathy
Dennard Gary Jones Jeri Odum Hal Williams Judy
Dietrich Carolyn Jordan Michael Odum Peggy Williams Wes
Dobson Russell Kam Cindy Oehler Ginia Wilson Bill
Domingues Tony Karabaic Jim Odgen Dr. Albert Wilson Pat
Donahue Richard Karin Jody Osborn Steve Windisch
Susie
Doreck Larry Kaubala Steve George Richard Winsborough
Philip
Drake Tome Keith Kim Overcash James Winston Billy
Duke Tom Kelley Kari Pardinek Cindy Wise Steve
Durrett John Kelly James Parsons Gary Wood Mike
Elliot Bill Keyes Bonnie Pate Dale Woodruff
Barbara
Ellis Dale Kimmel Sharon Payne Steve Worley Cecil
Eneks Dee King Susan Persha David Wright Holly
Engel Bob Kirk Chuck Peterson Brian Wright Janet
Erickson Jane Klier Donna Peterson Charles Wright Tom
Eskew Mickey Knapp Courtlin Pfeiffer Karen Yates Charlie
Eurland Ellen Knapp Grayson Phinney Susan Young David
Evans Scott Kogwez Joe Place Keith Zawodny Lynn
Faith Duane Kopecky Cathy Plank Diane Zawodny Bob
Fambro Paul Krauska Mary Kay Poelma Mike Ziegler Bob
Fargoe Blaze Kuhl Corien Purifoy Wanda
Farrell Bill Kutzer Larry Quick Maggie
Few Bill Lambert Suzi Raeburn Brian
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