The May date for the Government Canyon Karst Survey Project is the 26th and 27th, Memorial Day weekend. I know that will probably eliminate the weekend for those who already have plans, but it may open up the opportunity to attend the project for out-of-towners. Camping will be available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and you can return home with a leisurely Monday drive to just about anywhere in the state.
There are caves to survey - both vertical and horizontal, sinks to be dug, and ridges to be walked. Come and join in the fun! Contact me if you want to camp and I will forward the necessary info. Directions to the gate of GCSNA. Find the intersection of U.S. 16 and Loop 1604 in northwest Bexar County (clearly shown on any state highway map). Drive 2 miles north on U.S. 16 to the third traffic light and turn left onto FM 1560 (there is a Shell station on the corner). Follow 1560 for 3 miles to Galm Road. (Old San Antonio city maps may show another Galm Road less than half a mile past the Shell. This road is now named something else. Ignore and keep on to the real Galm Road.) Turn right on Galm Road and drive 2 miles to the sharp left turn in the road. The gate to GCSNA is straight ahead. Enter at the gate and then take the first right. There is an unlocked gate that will need to be opened and then closed behind you. Continue to the Volunteer/Research Station, where we will meet. -Marvin Miller (830) 885-5631
