One of the fun events at caver gatherings is the auction. The NSS holds an annual auction at its convention.
Here is a photo of one of the 3 quilts that was auctioned off. This one went for $ 900, I think. http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3158/2763906565_d18fc55a96.jpg?v=0 Note the quilt has the emblem artwork of this years convention on it. That is me in the blue shirt. The auctioneer was Jim Wilbanks ( ? ) and his assistant, Russ Kennedy handed him the merchandise. Here are some more pictures: http://www.flickr.com/photos/27176290@N05/sets/72157606737342121/ There is also some video clips on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azHqFabwZMQ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azp51-9XRtQ&feature=related I skipped the convention on Friday including the Banquet, and any Saturday activities. Here are some more of Scott Parvin's pictures: http://www.flickr.com/photos/27176290@N05/sets/72157606769756391/ Note some of the new NSS Fellows: http://www.flickr.com/photos/27176290@N05/2769199768/in/set-72157606769756391/ David Locklear
