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2020 NSS Virtual Convention

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year the National Speleological Society’s Annual Convention was held entirely online. Dozens of the presentations are published on the NSS YouTube channel, prefixed “NSSCon2020” here: https://www.youtube.com/c/NationalSpeleologicalSociety/playlists Among the presentation playlists: Awards Salon Video Salon Lightning Talks International Exploration Getting Started Caving Conservation and Management US Exploration State Cave Surveys … Read more

Lechuguilla 150 mile celebration

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During the weekend of November 14-15, there will be a special symposium to celebrate surveying 150 miles in Lechuguilla Cave sponsored by the NSS. On Saturday, November 14 there will be a dozen presentations on the exploration of the cave, while Sunday, November 15 will feature presentations on the wide-ranging research that has been carried … Read more

A message to the caving community

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A Message to the Caving CommunityGeary Schindel, National Speleological Society Folks, As the coronavirus spreads through our communities, it is very important that we follow social distancing guidelines. As much as we may want to go caving or attend a grotto meeting, practicing self-restraint is important to minimize the spread of the virus. Remember that most … Read more