[Texascavers] San Marcos Springs study is funded :

2009-07-14 Thread jerryatkin

Study of San Marcos Springs gets $1 million

Texas State University-San Marcos launches program to measure the springs' 
water level, gauge how usage of the Edwards Aquifer affects the San Marcos 
River.
By Andrea Lorenz
AMERICAN-STATESMAN STAFF
Wednesday, July 15, 2009


SAN MARCOS — A $1 million windfall will allow the River Systems Institute at 
Texas State University-San Marcos to create a program to monitor the San Marcos 
Springs, an outlet of the Edwards Aquifer and home of several endangered 
species, university and institute officials announced Tuesday.

The funding, payable in two $500,000 installments over two years by the Texas 
Legislature, creates the San Marcos River Observing System, which will include 
various instruments to measure whether and how much the removal of water from 
the aquifer in San Antonio and other locations affects the San Marcos Springs 
and San Marcos River.

This spring is the trigger for actions in San Antonio and beyond, said Andy 
Sansom, executive director of the River Systems Institute. The new observation 
system will help us understand the resource enough so the (San Marcos) Springs 
will continue to flow as Central Texas develops.

Sansom said the majority of the $1 million will be spent on scientific 
instruments installed over the next two years at the springs, located under 
Spring Lake at the headwaters of the San Marcos River.



The springs are the last outlet of the Edwards Aquifer as the water flows east 
from the San Antonio area. The springs were flowing20at 88 cubic feet per 
second Monday, less than half the historical average monthly flow for July.  
The current drought conditions that we're in have been brought to the 
forefront of the public's mind, Texas State President Denise Trauth said. 
Those have been issues worked on by (the university's) faculty for many, many 
decades.


The project is important in terms of the sustainability and availability of 
water resources, said state Rep. Patrick Rose, D-Dripping Springs, who along 
with state Sen. Jeff Wentworth, R-San Antonio, pushed for the money for the new 
program. It's easy to sell a program as good as this, Rose said.


The San Marcos River Observing System will be managed by Sansom and Thomas 
Hardy, an expert in ecohydraulics and river system modeling who was formerly a 
researcher and professor at Utah State University. Hardy said that once in 
place, the system will help everyone understand the value of the springs as a 
natural resource to the area and state.

http://www.news-journal.com/news/content/region/legislature/stories/2009/07/15/0715sanmarcos.html



[Texascavers] I'd like to help....

2009-07-14 Thread Gill Edigar
It hasn't been mentioned yet but as a former organizer I've found that some
people help best by just staying the hell outa the way. They should be
thanked, as well.
--Ediger


Re: [Texascavers] I'd like to help....

2009-07-14 Thread Mallory Mayeux
WOW. Thanks for inspiring everyone to take off work to volunteer this
coming week. I'm sure the current organizers really appreciate the
sentiment. *sarcasm*
Mallory
On Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 12:20 PM, Gill Edigar gi...@att.net wrote:

 It hasn't been mentioned yet but as a former organizer I've found that some
 people help best by just staying the hell outa the way. They should be
 thanked, as well.
 --Ediger



RE: [Texascavers] I'd like to help....

2009-07-14 Thread Geary Schindel
We'll, I actually found Gil's post pretty funny.  If I'm part of the folks that 
can make a difference, than great.  If I'm part of the group that gets in the 
way, than it annoys Gil and that's even better.

A little comic relief is always appreciated.

Geary

From: Mallory Mayeux [mailto:mmay...@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, July 14, 2009 1:04 PM
To: Gill Edigar
Cc: Texascavers@texascavers.com
Subject: Re: [Texascavers] I'd like to help

WOW. Thanks for inspiring everyone to take off work to volunteer this coming 
week. I'm sure the current organizers really appreciate the sentiment. *sarcasm*
Mallory
On Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 12:20 PM, Gill Edigar 
gi...@att.netmailto:gi...@att.net wrote:
It hasn't been mentioned yet but as a former organizer I've found that some 
people help best by just staying the hell outa the way. They should be thanked, 
as well.

--Ediger



Re: [Texascavers] I'd like to help....

2009-07-14 Thread Mallory Mayeux
Poor Gill! I really don't mean to snap down your throat. Using my feeble
powers of observation I detect a little tension surrounding the entire topic
of ICS, so I read this email and automatically assumed the worst...EVERYONE
helping out with ICS is INCREDIBLE and I'd knife-fight anyone to the death
that would detract from their efforts

that being said, I don't want to knife-fight someone who is trying to make
me laugh! So my apologies for being pricky...well, plus, I guess I didn't
see the point, even in jest...b/c anyone who is in the way isn't paying
attention to your emails anyway! They might even be over in Kerrville...IN
THE WAY! :)

Mal
On Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 1:27 PM, Geary Schindel 
gschin...@edwardsaquifer.org wrote:

  We’ll, I actually found Gil’s post pretty funny.  If I’m part of the
 folks that can make a difference, than great.  If I’m part of the group that
 gets in the way, than it annoys Gil and that’s even better.



 A little comic relief is always appreciated.



 Geary



 *From:* Mallory Mayeux [mailto:mmay...@gmail.com]
 *Sent:* Tuesday, July 14, 2009 1:04 PM
 *To:* Gill Edigar
 *Cc:* Texascavers@texascavers.com
 *Subject:* Re: [Texascavers] I'd like to help



 WOW. Thanks for inspiring everyone to take off work to volunteer this
 coming week. I'm sure the current organizers really appreciate the
 sentiment. *sarcasm*

 Mallory

 On Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 12:20 PM, Gill Edigar gi...@att.net wrote:

 It hasn't been mentioned yet but as a former organizer I've found that some
 people help best by just staying the hell outa the way. They should be
 thanked, as well.



 --Ediger





Re: [Texascavers] I'd like to help....

2009-07-14 Thread Lyndon Tiu
On Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:05:16 -0500 mmay...@gmail.com wrote:
 ...EVERYONE helping out with ICS is INCREDIBLE and I'd knife-fight anyone 
 to the death that would detract from their efforts


We are nowhere near that.

We need van drivers for cave trips.

We need van drivers for the hotel shuttles.

we need van drivers for the airport shuttles.

We need van drivers for the evening events.

--
Lyndon Tiu

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Re: [Texascavers] I'd like to help....

2009-07-14 Thread Don Cooper
Frustrating  when you ARE one already.  You can only do what you're doing
while your doing it - you can't do it more than you already are!!!

-WaV

On Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 3:01 PM, Lyndon Tiu l...@alumni.sfu.ca wrote:

 On Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:05:16 -0500 mmay...@gmail.com wrote:
  ...EVERYONE helping out with ICS is INCREDIBLE and I'd knife-fight anyone
  to the death that would detract from their efforts
 

 We are nowhere near that.

 We need van drivers for cave trips.

 We need van drivers for the hotel shuttles.

 we need van drivers for the airport shuttles.

 We need van drivers for the evening events.

 --
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[Texascavers] Guadalupe River Conditions

2009-07-14 Thread Robert B
For what its worth, here are some links to river conditions along the
Guadalupe. I also threw in a link for the
Llano.http://www.ugra.org/pdfs/Website%20Swimability%202009.pdf

flow rate for South Llano as it goes into Junction
http://waterdata.usgs.gov/tx/nwis/uv/?site_no=0815PARAmeter_cd=00065,00060

Flow rate Guadalupe at Comfort
http://waterdata.usgs.gov/tx/nwis/uv/?site_no=08167000PARAmeter_cd=00065,00060

If you find a usgs flow rate link to a spot along the river closer to
Kerrville, please post.

Is there any noticeable flow at the swimming hole closest to the camping
area. maybe some folks working this past weekend can reply


Swimmability Study by the Upper Guadalupe River Authority Environmental
Laboratory. Mostly regarding E-Coli. Having swam/swum in some of the
grossest stock tanks in texas, I would not be too worried about drain bamage


http://www.ugra.org/swimability.html
http://www.ugra.org/pdfs/Website%20Swimability%202009.pdf

Can somebody explain why the counts are so different. I would thing they
would be closer. the distance from collection points are not tthat far
apart.


[Texascavers] Final call for projectors and laptops for ICS

2009-07-14 Thread Rick Corbell

Dear cavers and fellow speleologists,

 

I am looking for a Dell 2400MP as back-up for some important ICS presentations. 
 If you are driving and it would be convenient, please bring your Dell or any 
other brand projector.  We just can't have enough insurance.

 

Laptops with current USB connectivity and the ability to open Powerpoint and 
other likely programs are also welcomed.

 

While I'm at it, if you have an extra 25 + foot extension cord and multi tap 
surge protector or power strip that you can bring, please do so.  

 

I have secure storage!!!

 

Be sure to boldly label whatever you bring.  I guess that applies to everything 
you bring to Kerrville, not just A/V stuff.  We don't want lost and found to 
get too full!!

 

Feel free to let me know what you are planning to bring.

 

Here's thanking in advance, George, Bill and Forrest for what they are bringing.

Rick Corbell- 15th ICS A/V coordinator -  rlcorb...@hotmail.com   
--cell-210-313-6084

 

p.s. My name and phone number will be posted by every projector but, I am 
looking for a couple of folks to walk session rooms each morning and after the 
lunch break to check for A/V issues.  So, if you know you are going to be in 
one of the buildings regularly and can do this, it would save lots of footsteps 
for the A/V crew.

 

Please post this to other list-serves-thanks RC
 




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Re: [Texascavers] Final call for projectors and laptops for ICS

2009-07-14 Thread Charles Goldsmith
Rick, I'll be arriving at the ICS on the 17th, probably early evening,
at the latest, early morning 18th.

I'll have my laptop with me, and I can bring the extension cord and a
power strip.

Being the geek I am, I have quite a bit of extra computer paraphenlia
laying around.  I do not have an extra projector though.

If anything comes up between today and Friday that you need, let me
know and I'll do my best to grab it for you.

Charles

On Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 1:26 PM, Rick Corbellrlcorb...@hotmail.com wrote:
 Dear cavers and fellow speleologists,

 I am looking for a Dell 2400MP as back-up for some important ICS
 presentations.  If you are driving and it would be convenient, please bring
 your Dell or any other brand projector.  We just can't have enough
 insurance.

 Laptops with current USB connectivity and the ability to open Powerpoint and
 other likely programs are also welcomed.

 While I'm at it, if you have an extra 25 + foot extension cord and multi tap
 surge protector or power strip that you can bring, please do so.

 I have secure storage!!!

 Be sure to boldly label whatever you bring.  I guess that applies to
 everything you bring to Kerrville, not just A/V stuff.  We don't want lost
 and found to get too full!!

 Feel free to let me know what you are planning to bring.

 Here's thanking in advance, George, Bill and Forrest for what they are
 bringing.

 Rick Corbell- 15th ICS A/V coordinator -  rlcorb...@hotmail.com
 --cell-210-313-6084

 p.s. My name and phone number will be posted by every projector but, I am
 looking for a couple of folks to walk session rooms each morning and after
 the lunch break to check for A/V issues.  So, if you know you are going to
 be in one of the buildings regularly and can do this, it would save lots of
 footsteps for the A/V crew.

 Please post this to other list-serves-thanks RC





 
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RE: [Texascavers] Final call for projectors and laptops for ICS

2009-07-14 Thread Rick Corbell

Charles,

 

Can you bring your extension cord and strip, please?

 

Do you happen to have a vga distibution amplifier- 1 in 2 (or more) out?  If so 
I think I might need a couple of them.  How about vga cables to go with them- 6 
to 25 feet long?

 

Thanks,

Rick Corbell
 



 

 From: wo...@justfamily.org
 Date: Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:20:16 -0500
 Subject: Re: [Texascavers] Final call for projectors and laptops for ICS
 To: rlcorb...@hotmail.com
 
 Rick, I'll be arriving at the ICS on the 17th, probably early evening,
 at the latest, early morning 18th.
 
 I'll have my laptop with me, and I can bring the extension cord and a
 power strip.
 
 Being the geek I am, I have quite a bit of extra computer paraphenlia
 laying around. I do not have an extra projector though.
 
 If anything comes up between today and Friday that you need, let me
 know and I'll do my best to grab it for you.
 
 Charles
 
 On Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 1:26 PM, Rick Corbellrlcorb...@hotmail.com wrote:
  Dear cavers and fellow speleologists,
 
  I am looking for a Dell 2400MP as back-up for some important ICS
  presentations.  If you are driving and it would be convenient, please bring
  your Dell or any other brand projector.  We just can't have enough
  insurance.
 
  Laptops with current USB connectivity and the ability to open Powerpoint and
  other likely programs are also welcomed.
 
  While I'm at it, if you have an extra 25 + foot extension cord and multi tap
  surge protector or power strip that you can bring, please do so.
 
  I have secure storage!!!
 
  Be sure to boldly label whatever you bring.  I guess that applies to
  everything you bring to Kerrville, not just A/V stuff.  We don't want lost
  and found to get too full!!
 
  Feel free to let me know what you are planning to bring.
 
  Here's thanking in advance, George, Bill and Forrest for what they are
  bringing.
 
  Rick Corbell- 15th ICS A/V coordinator -  rlcorb...@hotmail.com
  --cell-210-313-6084
 
  p.s. My name and phone number will be posted by every projector but, I am
  looking for a couple of folks to walk session rooms each morning and after
  the lunch break to check for A/V issues.  So, if you know you are going to
  be in one of the buildings regularly and can do this, it would save lots of
  footsteps for the A/V crew.
 
  Please post this to other list-serves-thanks RC
 
 
 
 
 
  
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Re: [Texascavers] Final call for projectors and laptops for ICS

2009-07-14 Thread Charles Goldsmith
Sorry Rick, I don't have a distribution splitter, but we can probably
rig something up with a PC if you can't find one.

Most PC's that have multiple video outputs can be configured to mirror
the signal.  My mac has 4 video outputs that I can loan to you if
necessary (it's not a laptop though, its a full desktop).

I'll bring the ext cord and power strip.

Charles

On Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 3:04 PM, Rick Corbellrlcorb...@hotmail.com wrote:
 Charles,

 Can you bring your extension cord and strip, please?

 Do you happen to have a vga distibution amplifier- 1 in 2 (or more) out?  If
 so I think I might need a couple of them.  How about vga cables to go with
 them- 6 to 25 feet long?

 Thanks,

 Rick Corbell





 From: wo...@justfamily.org
 Date: Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:20:16 -0500
 Subject: Re: [Texascavers] Final call for projectors and laptops for ICS
 To: rlcorb...@hotmail.com

 Rick, I'll be arriving at the ICS on the 17th, probably early evening,
 at the latest, early morning 18th.

 I'll have my laptop with me, and I can bring the extension cord and a
 power strip.

 Being the geek I am, I have quite a bit of extra computer paraphenlia
 laying around. I do not have an extra projector though.

 If anything comes up between today and Friday that you need, let me
 know and I'll do my best to grab it for you.

 Charles

 On Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 1:26 PM, Rick Corbellrlcorb...@hotmail.com
 wrote:
  Dear cavers and fellow speleologists,
 
  I am looking for a Dell 2400MP as back-up for some important ICS
  presentations.  If you are driving and it would be convenient, please
  bring
  your Dell or any other brand projector.  We just can't have enough
  insurance.
 
  Laptops with current USB connectivity and the ability to open Powerpoint
  and
  other likely programs are also welcomed.
 
  While I'm at it, if you have an extra 25 + foot extension cord and multi
  tap
  surge protector or power strip that you can bring, please do so.
 
  I have secure storage!!!
 
  Be sure to boldly label whatever you bring.  I guess that applies to
  everything you bring to Kerrville, not just A/V stuff.  We don't want
  lost
  and found to get too full!!
 
  Feel free to let me know what you are planning to bring.
 
  Here's thanking in advance, George, Bill and Forrest for what they are
  bringing.
 
  Rick Corbell- 15th ICS A/V coordinator -  rlcorb...@hotmail.com
  --cell-210-313-6084
 
  p.s. My name and phone number will be posted by every projector but, I
  am
  looking for a couple of folks to walk session rooms each morning and
  after
  the lunch break to check for A/V issues.  So, if you know you are going
  to
  be in one of the buildings regularly and can do this, it would save lots
  of
  footsteps for the A/V crew.
 
  Please post this to other list-serves-thanks RC
 
 
 
 
 
  
  Windows Live™: Keep your life in sync. Check it out.

 
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RE: [Texascavers] Final call for projectors and laptops for ICS

2009-07-14 Thread Rick Corbell

 

Charles,

I'll have some DA's but I'm trying to CMA.  There are some unknowns even at 
this late date.  Power cord and strip appreciated.  Probably use it in 
Mountaineer Center room 138.

 

Don't risk your MAC!! I'm hoping the campus will supply PC towers.  Should know 
shortly.

 

Rick


 


 From: wo...@justfamily.org
 Date: Tue, 14 Jul 2009 15:16:53 -0500
 Subject: Re: [Texascavers] Final call for projectors and laptops for ICS
 To: rlcorb...@hotmail.com
 
 Sorry Rick, I don't have a distribution splitter, but we can probably
 rig something up with a PC if you can't find one.
 
 Most PC's that have multiple video outputs can be configured to mirror
 the signal. My mac has 4 video outputs that I can loan to you if
 necessary (it's not a laptop though, its a full desktop).
 
 I'll bring the ext cord and power strip.
 
 Charles
 
 On Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 3:04 PM, Rick Corbellrlcorb...@hotmail.com wrote:
  Charles,
 
  Can you bring your extension cord and strip, please?
 
  Do you happen to have a vga distibution amplifier- 1 in 2 (or more) out?  If
  so I think I might need a couple of them.  How about vga cables to go with
  them- 6 to 25 feet long?
 
  Thanks,
 
  Rick Corbell
 
 
 
 
 
  From: wo...@justfamily.org
  Date: Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:20:16 -0500
  Subject: Re: [Texascavers] Final call for projectors and laptops for ICS
  To: rlcorb...@hotmail.com
 
  Rick, I'll be arriving at the ICS on the 17th, probably early evening,
  at the latest, early morning 18th.
 
  I'll have my laptop with me, and I can bring the extension cord and a
  power strip.
 
  Being the geek I am, I have quite a bit of extra computer paraphenlia
  laying around. I do not have an extra projector though.
 
  If anything comes up between today and Friday that you need, let me
  know and I'll do my best to grab it for you.
 
  Charles
 
  On Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 1:26 PM, Rick Corbellrlcorb...@hotmail.com
  wrote:
   Dear cavers and fellow speleologists,
  
   I am looking for a Dell 2400MP as back-up for some important ICS
   presentations.  If you are driving and it would be convenient, please
   bring
   your Dell or any other brand projector.  We just can't have enough
   insurance.
  
   Laptops with current USB connectivity and the ability to open Powerpoint
   and
   other likely programs are also welcomed.
  
   While I'm at it, if you have an extra 25 + foot extension cord and multi
   tap
   surge protector or power strip that you can bring, please do so.
  
   I have secure storage!!!
  
   Be sure to boldly label whatever you bring.  I guess that applies to
   everything you bring to Kerrville, not just A/V stuff.  We don't want
   lost
   and found to get too full!!
  
   Feel free to let me know what you are planning to bring.
  
   Here's thanking in advance, George, Bill and Forrest for what they are
   bringing.
  
   Rick Corbell- 15th ICS A/V coordinator -  rlcorb...@hotmail.com
   --cell-210-313-6084
  
   p.s. My name and phone number will be posted by every projector but, I
   am
   looking for a couple of folks to walk session rooms each morning and
   after
   the lunch break to check for A/V issues.  So, if you know you are going
   to
   be in one of the buildings regularly and can do this, it would save lots
   of
   footsteps for the A/V crew.
  
   Please post this to other list-serves-thanks RC
  
  
  
  
  
   
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[Texascavers] A Public Service Announcement

2009-07-14 Thread wesley s



Public Service Announcement



Warning: if you have recently purchased a ticket to a convention in Kerrville
Texas, are a Texas caver, hang out with Texas cavers or are friends with a
Texas caver you may have contracted Irritable Caver Syndrome They
symptoms include snappiness, headaches, a feeling of being overwhelmed,
selfless laboring, complaining about the heat, manic disinfection of caving 
gear,
and in extreme cases suicidal thoughts (hang in there Joe). 


There is no known treatment or cure for I.C.S. There are ongoing clinical
trials being conducted to see if alcohol is effective against I.C.S., though
the treatment is at least a five years away from FDA approval. Some Cavers have
vaccinated themselves for I.C.S. using isolation and a radical holistic
treatment known as turning your computer off. This treatment is
untested and is not recommended as reports have indicated there are extremely 
detrimental
and painful withdrawal syndromes. Speculation has been made that death could
even occur in at least one case (achem, David). 


Scientists who have been tracking the spread of I.C.S. have concluded that
it will simply run its course given enough time. They estimate that most cases
of I.C.S. will have recovered by July 26 though some sufferers may experience
the effects longer and in some cases permanent damage may result. They recommend
staying hydrated and resting as often as possible in between driving, trip
leading and manning security. Avoid touching other cavers especially around the
mouth as they may bite unexpectedly. 


Be prepared in case you get sick and need to stay home for a week or so; a
supply of over-the-counter medicines, alcohol-based drinks, tissues and other
related items might be useful and help avoid the need to make trips out in
public while you are sick and contagious. Employees who are well but who have
an ill family member at home with I.C.S. can go to work as usual. These
employees should monitor their health every day, and take everyday precautions
including yoga, meditation and massage to relieve vicarious stress.
Alcohol-based drinks are also effective. If they become ill, they should notify
their supervisor and stay home. Employees who have an underlying medical 
condition
or who are pregnant should call their health care provider for advice. 


Federal, state, and local community planners are working together to ensure
that I.C.S. treatments are developed and will be delivered to the affected area
as soon as possible. Many cities, states, and territories have already received
I.C.S. supplies. After N.S.S. sends medicine to a state or city, control and
distribution of the supply is at the discretion of that state or local grotto.
Most states and cities also have their own medicines that they can access to
treat infected persons. 


*Note: Much of the information in this document is based on studies and
past experience with seasonal events like TSA conventions.  NSS believes
the information applies to Irritable Caver Syndrom as well, but studies on this
epidemic are ongoing to learn more about its characteristics. This document
will be updated as new information becomes available.



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RE: [Texascavers] A Public Service Announcement

2009-07-14 Thread Mark . Alman
LOL!
 
 
Great post and diagnosis, Dr. Wes!
 
 
 
Mark
 
 



From: wesley s [mailto:mudmal...@hotmail.com]
Sent: Tue 7/14/2009 3:22 PM
To: texascavers@texascavers.com
Subject: [Texascavers] A Public Service Announcement


Public Service Announcement

Warning: if you have recently purchased a ticket to a convention in Kerrville 
Texas, are a Texas caver, hang out with Texas cavers or are friends with a 
Texas caver you may have contracted Irritable Caver Syndrome They symptoms 
include snappiness, headaches, a feeling of being overwhelmed, selfless 
laboring, complaining about the heat, manic disinfection of caving gear, and in 
extreme cases suicidal thoughts (hang in there Joe). 
There is no known treatment or cure for I.C.S. There are ongoing clinical 
trials being conducted to see if alcohol is effective against I.C.S., though 
the treatment is at least a five years away from FDA approval. Some Cavers have 
vaccinated themselves for I.C.S. using isolation and a radical holistic 
treatment known as turning your computer off. This treatment is untested and 
is not recommended as reports have indicated there are extremely detrimental 
and painful withdrawal syndromes. Speculation has been made that death could 
even occur in at least one case (achem, David). 
Scientists who have been tracking the spread of I.C.S. have concluded that it 
will simply run its course given enough time. They estimate that most cases of 
I.C.S. will have recovered by July 26 though some sufferers may experience the 
effects longer and in some cases permanent damage may result. They recommend 
staying hydrated and resting as often as possible in between driving, trip 
leading and manning security. Avoid touching other cavers especially around the 
mouth as they may bite unexpectedly. 
Be prepared in case you get sick and need to stay home for a week or so; a 
supply of over-the-counter medicines, alcohol-based drinks, tissues and other 
related items might be useful and help avoid the need to make trips out in 
public while you are sick and contagious. Employees who are well but who have 
an ill family member at home with I.C.S. can go to work as usual. These 
employees should monitor their health every day, and take everyday precautions 
including yoga, meditation and massage to relieve vicarious stress. 
Alcohol-based drinks are also effective. If they become ill, they should notify 
their supervisor and stay home. Employees who have an underlying medical 
condition or who are pregnant should call their health care provider for 
advice. 
Federal, state, and local community planners are working together to ensure 
that I.C.S. treatments are developed and will be delivered to the affected area 
as soon as possible. Many cities, states, and territories have already received 
I.C.S. supplies. After N.S.S. sends medicine to a state or city, control and 
distribution of the supply is at the discretion of that state or local grotto. 
Most states and cities also have their own medicines that they can access to 
treat infected persons. 
*Note: Much of the information in this document is based on studies and past 
experience with seasonal events like TSA conventions.  NSS believes the 
information applies to Irritable Caver Syndrom as well, but studies on this 
epidemic are ongoing to learn more about its characteristics. This document 
will be updated as new information becomes available.




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RE: [Texascavers] A Public Service Announcement

2009-07-14 Thread Fritz Holt
We need to put him on the team to find a cure for WNS.
F.


From: mark.al...@l-3com.com [mailto:mark.al...@l-3com.com]
Sent: Tuesday, July 14, 2009 3:27 PM
To: wesley s; texascavers@texascavers.com
Subject: RE: [Texascavers] A Public Service Announcement

LOL!


Great post and diagnosis, Dr. Wes!



Mark




From: wesley s [mailto:mudmal...@hotmail.com]
Sent: Tue 7/14/2009 3:22 PM
To: texascavers@texascavers.com
Subject: [Texascavers] A Public Service Announcement

Public Service Announcement

Warning: if you have recently purchased a ticket to a convention in Kerrville 
Texas, are a Texas caver, hang out with Texas cavers or are friends with a 
Texas caver you may have contracted Irritable Caver Syndrome They symptoms 
include snappiness, headaches, a feeling of being overwhelmed, selfless 
laboring, complaining about the heat, manic disinfection of caving gear, and in 
extreme cases suicidal thoughts (hang in there Joe).
There is no known treatment or cure for I.C.S. There are ongoing clinical 
trials being conducted to see if alcohol is effective against I.C.S., though 
the treatment is at least a five years away from FDA approval. Some Cavers have 
vaccinated themselves for I.C.S. using isolation and a radical holistic 
treatment known as turning your computer off. This treatment is untested and 
is not recommended as reports have indicated there are extremely detrimental 
and painful withdrawal syndromes. Speculation has been made that death could 
even occur in at least one case (achem, David).
Scientists who have been tracking the spread of I.C.S. have concluded that it 
will simply run its course given enough time. They estimate that most cases of 
I.C.S. will have recovered by July 26 though some sufferers may experience the 
effects longer and in some cases permanent damage may result. They recommend 
staying hydrated and resting as often as possible in between driving, trip 
leading and manning security. Avoid touching other cavers especially around the 
mouth as they may bite unexpectedly.
Be prepared in case you get sick and need to stay home for a week or so; a 
supply of over-the-counter medicines, alcohol-based drinks, tissues and other 
related items might be useful and help avoid the need to make trips out in 
public while you are sick and contagious. Employees who are well but who have 
an ill family member at home with I.C.S. can go to work as usual. These 
employees should monitor their health every day, and take everyday precautions 
including yoga, meditation and massage to relieve vicarious stress. 
Alcohol-based drinks are also effective. If they become ill, they should notify 
their supervisor and stay home. Employees who have an underlying medical 
condition or who are pregnant should call their health care provider for advice.
Federal, state, and local community planners are working together to ensure 
that I.C.S. treatments are developed and will be delivered to the affected area 
as soon as possible. Many cities, states, and territories have already received 
I.C.S. supplies. After N.S.S. sends medicine to a state or city, control and 
distribution of the supply is at the discretion of that state or local grotto. 
Most states and cities also have their own medicines that they can access to 
treat infected persons.
*Note: Much of the information in this document is based on studies and past 
experience with seasonal events like TSA conventions.  NSS believes the 
information applies to Irritable Caver Syndrom as well, but studies on this 
epidemic are ongoing to learn more about its characteristics. This document 
will be updated as new information becomes available.


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RE: [Texascavers] A Public Service Announcement

2009-07-14 Thread Stefan Creaser
WNS?

 

Who's Not in Schreiner?

 

From: Fritz Holt [mailto:fh...@townandcountryins.com] 
Sent: Tuesday, July 14, 2009 3:32 PM
To: mark.al...@l-3com.com; wesley s; texascavers@texascavers.com
Subject: RE: [Texascavers] A Public Service Announcement

 

We need to put him on the team to find a cure for WNS.

F.

 

 


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Re: [Texascavers] A Public Service Announcement

2009-07-14 Thread Matt Turner
Ahhh screw you Wes, I can't believe you're posting something like this now. I 
mean Jeez what are you thinking. Man so selfish to pick fun at a time like 
this.

this of course is a joke please don't flame me.
 Matt Turner 


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From: wesley s mudmal...@hotmail.com
To: texascavers@texascavers.com
Sent: Tuesday, July 14, 2009 3:22:10 PM
Subject: [Texascavers] A Public Service Announcement

Public Service Announcement

Warning: if you have recently purchased a ticket to a convention in Kerrville 
Texas, are a Texas caver, hang out with Texas cavers or are friends with a 
Texas caver you may have contracted Irritable Caver Syndrome They symptoms 
include snappiness, headaches, a feeling of being overwhelmed, selfless 
laboring, complaining about the heat, manic disinfection of caving gear, and in 
extreme cases suicidal thoughts (hang in there Joe). 
There is no known treatment or cure for I.C.S. There are ongoing clinical 
trials being conducted to see if alcohol is effective against I.C.S., though 
the treatment is at least a five years away from FDA approval. Some Cavers have 
vaccinated themselves for I.C.S. using isolation and a radical holistic 
treatment known as turning your computer off. This treatment is untested and 
is not recommended as reports have indicated there are extremely detrimental 
and painful withdrawal syndromes. Speculation has been made that death could 
even occur in at least one case (achem, David). 
Scientists who have been tracking the spread of I.C.S. have concluded that it 
will simply run its course given enough time. They estimate that most cases of 
I.C.S. will have recovered by July 26 though some sufferers may experience the 
effects longer and in some cases permanent damage may result. They recommend 
staying hydrated and resting as often as possible in between driving, trip 
leading and manning security. Avoid touching other cavers especially around the 
mouth as they may bite unexpectedly. 
Be prepared in case you get sick and need to stay home for a week or so; a 
supply of over-the-counter medicines, alcohol-based drinks, tissues and other 
related items might be useful and help avoid the need to make trips out in 
public while you are sick and contagious. Employees who are well but who have 
an ill family member at home with I.C.S. can go to work as usual. These 
employees should monitor their health every day, and take everyday precautions 
including yoga, meditation and massage to relieve vicarious stress. 
Alcohol-based drinks are also effective. If they become ill, they should notify 
their supervisor and stay home. Employees who have an underlying medical 
condition or who are pregnant should call their health care provider for 
advice. 
Federal, state, and local community planners are working together to ensure 
that I.C.S. treatments are developed and will be delivered to the affected area 
as soon as possible. Many cities, states, and territories have already received 
I.C.S. supplies. After N.S.S. sends medicine to a state or city, control and 
distribution of the supply is at the discretion of that state or local grotto. 
Most states and cities also have their own medicines that they can access to 
treat infected persons. 
*Note: Much of the information in this document is based on studies and past 
experience with seasonal events like TSA conventions.  NSS believes the 
information applies to Irritable Caver Syndrom as well, but studies on this 
epidemic are ongoing to learn more about its characteristics. This document 
will be updated as new information becomes available.


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Re: [Texascavers] A Public Service Announcement

2009-07-14 Thread Gill Edigar
On Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 3:22 PM, wesley s mudmal...@hotmail.com wrote:

  Public Service Announcement

 Warning: if you have recently purchased a ticket to a convention in
 Kerrville Texas, are a Texas caver, hang out with Texas cavers or are
 friends with a Texas caver you may have contracted Irritable Caver
 Syndrome


Having been in a position at various times in the past to have contracted
this or similar conditions personally I would offer the advice that either
or both having or inducing multiple orgasms, while not medically recognized
as an absolute cure, does have a tendency to get one's mind off the
symptoms.

--Ediger


[Texascavers] UT Grotto - WEDNESDAY July 15

2009-07-14 Thread Gary Franklin
Underground Texas Grotto meeting this WEDNESDAY July 15, 2009 
 
www.utgrotto.org 

Your site for Official ICS Relief.
 
The meeting is on Wednesday from 7:45 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. 
on the University of Texas Campus in 2.48 Painter Hall 
http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/pai.html

The Presentation will be  The Continuing Adventures of Vivian in Lechuguilla 
Cave where Vivian Loftin will share some incredible footage from her most 
recent trip.

For information on Underground Texas Grotto activites, please see the website. 
All of our information is available through our link including officer contact 
info, trips reports, new caver training, event calendar, and posting links  to 
beginner trips or vertical rope training.  

Before the meeting, some meet at Sau Paulo www.saopaulos.net  for great 
cultural food along with happy hour margaritas, then after the Grotto meeting, 
we adjourn to Posse East www.posseeast.com for burgers and beer at telling tall 
tales.

The UT Grotto needs you for their next Program-  the caver with photos and a 
story to share about your adventures, scientific research, or something else 
really cool.  Contact Gary   v...@utgrotto.org



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[Texascavers] RE: getting a ride to ICS for Kasia Biernacka from Poland

2009-07-14 Thread Minton, Mark

Bill and Kasia,


if you know that there is going to be a shuttle service (for example from San 
Antonio Airport to ICS) that would be useful to know what their schedule would 
be and where people would have to meet them.


 There is indeed shuttle service provided from the San Antonio airport to 
ICS on Saturday (I'm taking it earlier in the day).  Note that this service is 
available _only_ from San Antonio, not from Austin or any other airport.  It's 
a bit late to be setting it up, but as far as I know it is being arranged on a 
custom basis depending upon when people's planes arrive.  Here's the 
information that was sent out back in June:


Many of you are planning to fly into the San Antonio International Airport and 
then travel to Kerrville. The ICS will provide free transportation from the 
airport to Kerrville on 18-19 July and from Kerrville to the airport on 26-27 
July. To reserve transportation, please contact our Airport Committee at 
airp...@ics2009.us and send your flight information and arrival times. If you 
are traveling with your family, provide each person's name. If you are arriving 
by train, we encourage you to take a taxi to the airport to join the free ICS 
shuttle. All requests must be received by 7 July 2009. Requests after that date 
will be filled only if there is space available. Please contact our Airport 
Committee soon.


 As you can see, the deadline has passed, but if they're already planning 
to go to the airport that night and there is room, Kasia should be able to get 
a ride.  Good luck!

Mark Minton



From: Mixon Bill
Sent: Tue 7/14/2009 7:07 PM
To: Cavers Texas
Subject: [Texascavers] Fwd: getting a ride to ICS for kasia Biernacka from 
Poland


Forwarded by Mixon:

Begin forwarded message:

From: Bill Stone bill.st...@stoneaerospace.com
List-Post: texascavers@texascavers.com
Date: July 14, 2009 3:49:08 PM CDT
To: Mixon Bill bmixon...@austin.rr.com
Subject: getting a ride to ICS for kasia Biernacka from Poland

Bill -

Got any ideas on how to handle this:

Kasia Biernacka (Marcin Gala's wife from Poland) will be arriving in
Austin at 9pm on Saturday and she needs a ride to ICS in time for
the 9am Sunday meeting of the executive session (she carries a vote
from Poland).   We are trying to connect her up with someone.

I have offered to pick her up at the airport but Vickie and I will not
be leaving until around 4pm on Sunday due to work requirements here.

Alternatively, if you know that there is going to be a shuttle service
(for example from San Antonio Airport to ICS) that would be useful to
know what their schedule would be and where people would have to
meet them.

Ideas appreciated.

Bill

Bill Stone, Ph.D., P.E.
Stone Aerospace / PSC, Inc.
3511 Caldwell Lane
Del Valle, TX 78617-3006
Ph: (512) 247-6385 (land line)
Ph: (240) 678-5332 (cell)
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[Texascavers] Fwd: 15th ICS – History, Kerrville, and speleology

2009-07-14 Thread Mixon Bill

Forwarded by Mixon

Begin forwarded message:

From: ICS 2009 eList secret...@ics2009.us
List-Post: texascavers@texascavers.com
Date: July 14, 2009 11:34:36 AM CDT
To: bmi...@alumni.uchicago.edu
Subject: 15th ICS – History, Kerrville, and speleology

Dear Friends,

This message may be my last to you before the 15th International  
Congress of Speleology (ICS) begins this weekend in Kerrville, Texas.  
I expect the ICS will be historic, so this message is about a little  
history on Kerrville and how it relates to speleology now posted at: http://www.ics2009.us/kerr.html 
 .


Also, remember that Schreiner University will not be open to the ICS  
until the 16th, that you are welcome to arrive on the 16th and 17th if  
you come to help us prepare the campus, otherwise please do not come  
until registration begins this Saturday morning the 18th. The ICS  
starts on Sunday!


George

P.S.: I am now in Kerrville working with other members of the  
Organizing Committee to prepare the site for you. The above message  
was prepared earlier. If you try to reach me or others on the  
committee between now and the ICS, please remember that we will be  
traveling, working, and may be slow or unable to respond.


George Veni, Ph.D.
Chairman, 15th International Congress of Speleology
Adjunct Secretary, International Union of Speleology
Executive Director, U.S. National Cave and Karst Research Institute


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[Texascavers] Death Coral Caver

2009-07-14 Thread Mixon Bill
Copies of the new Death Coral Caver #14 will be available at the UT  
Grotto meeting tomorrow night for $5. They will also be for sale at  
the ICS, in Weir Hall 109 at the AMCS sales tables.

--Mixon

One can live down anything except a good reputation.

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texascavers Digest 14 Jul 2009 15:02:55 -0000 Issue 797

2009-07-14 Thread texascavers-digest-help

texascavers Digest 14 Jul 2009 15:02:55 - Issue 797

Topics (messages 11298 through 11323):

Robbins-Lewis Pavilion
11298 by: David

Re: ICS
11299 by: Simon Newton
11300 by: Gill Edigar
11301 by: Lyndon Tiu
11304 by: caverarch.aol.com
11312 by: Jon
11313 by: Don Arburn
11314 by: Don Arburn
11315 by: Lyndon Tiu
11316 by: Linda Palit
11317 by: Charles Goldsmith
11318 by: Don Arburn

Re: Ediger's observation on failure to observe
11302 by: wa5pok.peoplepc.com
11303 by: Bill Bentley

[ICS] [Driver's Still Needed!]
11305 by: Don Arburn

caving trips start Sunday at ICS
11306 by: Mixon Bill

personnel registration at ICS
11307 by: Mixon Bill
11319 by: Mixon Bill

new in AMCS catalog
11308 by: Mixon Bill

Re: ICS volunteers
11309 by: philipmoss

Re: Schreiner campus related
11310 by: bcow911.satx.rr.com

Re: ICS Stuffing Party Reminder, San Antonio, July 14-15
11311 by: ellie :)

Volunteerism
11320 by: Bill Stephens

Death Coral Caver
11321 by: Mixon Bill

Kerrville weather and drought
11322 by: David
11323 by: Denise P

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The pavilion on campus is the best venue I have seen at any of the 8
NSS Conventions
that I have attended for parties and music.

Here is a video showing what the sound might be like.Maybe not a
good example.

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwB8BYB_I_A


Here is a funny example:

 http://www.schreiner.edu/tour/images/lf_pavilion.jpg
---End Message---
---BeginMessage---
I believe the mileage is tax deductible, since they have non-profit
designation.  Doesn't help you much if you don't do itemized taxes though.
(BTW - you can probably recover mileage on your taxes from some of your
volunteer cave projects)

I agree with others though - it would have been good to offer discounts or a
free pass to the volunteers.  Heck, at all the big music festivals you can
volunteer a few hours a day in return for a free ticket (bonnaroo,
glastonbury, coachella).

Simon

-- Forwarded message --
From: Geary Schindel gschin...@edwardsaquifer.org
To: Matt Turner kat...@yahoo.com, Cavers, Texas 
Texascavers@texascavers.com
List-Post: texascavers@texascavers.com
Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2009 09:38:51 -0500
Subject: RE: [Texascavers] ICS

Matt,



Aren’t you paying with your gas money to drive to and from AM and the
convention all for the privilege of taking a bunch of folks caving in caves
you’re already seen.



Anyway, thanks for your hard work.



Geary
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---BeginMessage---
The point is still that nobody (well, nearly nobody) can get a free ride for
an event like this, no matter how much they volunteer. The meeting of
financial obligations requires that money be collected from all who
officially register for the event--again, no matter how much time and effort
they volunteer. Volunteers can be considered to be serving above and beyond
the call of duty but still they pay full price if they are going to attend
the event. Those extraneous volunteers who are not going to attend the event
can and will be dealt with on a special basis as required by the
peculiarities of the event and by unique and special arrangements.
It's the same with TCR and TSA Convention and other such events. Even the
cooks and registration workers are expected to register and pay the
registration fee. They may be reimbursed for out-of-pocket expenses but are
not supposed to be getting in for free--though inevitably some do due to
sloppy registration practices. We have never been severely overbearing when
it comes to registration enforcement. We trust our Texas cavers to put logic
and sense of duty above personal hyperbole.

If not, with some events, everybody would have to be let in for free and no
money would be collected. It's important to remember this philosophy should
you ever come into a position of power and have to explain the concept to
those errant souls who think that their volunteer efforts should be
equivalent to the price of registration. Remember to tell them that if they
volunteered for 6 hours at $10 an hour we would have to be paying them to
attend and not making any money at all to pay event expenses--which are
sometimes substantial.

--Ediger
---End Message---
---BeginMessage---
On Mon, 13 Jul 2009 10:00:31 -0500 csnew...@gmail.com wrote:
 I agree with others though - it would have been good to offer
 discounts or a
 free pass to the volunteers. 

If it's any consolation, I am getting 2 free t-shirts for volunteering ;)

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[Texascavers] After ICS - goods for sale

2009-07-14 Thread Jon
Hi folks, 
I hope some of you are in need of some items after the ICS has ended.
 
We will have:
Around 60 sheets of 3/8-inch OSB that was used inside not outside, with only a 
few screw holes in it,
30 or so nice 2x4s, stud length and up,
Several hundred feet of orange construction site safety fence,
Several hundred feet of 1/4-inch poly rope, blue and yellow. 
MAYBE, some very well made A-frame type art stands
 
AND MORE!!!
 
The entire list will be posted on the main bulletin board in the student center 
close to registration.
If you should want to buy any of this, OR MORE, and there by help defray the 
cost of this convention, please bring your money and something to haul it away 
in. 
 
Please pass this on to other list serve types.
 
Come and be seen in Kerrville!
 
Jon Cradit
 
*



[Texascavers] Kerrville weather and drought

2009-07-14 Thread David
According to Kerrville's 10 day weather forecast:

The temperature does not hit triple-digits during ICS. Also, some
rain is possible
on the 22nd.

 http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/USTX0689?from=36hr_topnav_undeclared

If it hits, 99 it will feel like triple digits because the humidity
will be over 50 percent, and
possibly 70 plus.


The early morning temperatures are supposed to get as low as 72, maybe
71. That
is a tolerable temperature for sleeping outdoors.I saw another
site that said 68
degrees.I couldn't find the record low for this time of year, but
I think it is 68.

During the heat of the day, as long as you have a cool wet towel
around your neck
and are sitting in the shade, and wearing loose cotton clothing, and a
ice-chest full of cold
beverages, then you won't notice the heat, especially if there is a breeze.

There should be some clouds, which will help a little to keep the sun
off of you.

The main thing is that no major storms or flash-flooding is expected.
 And there are no
storms brewing in the gulf.

Kerrville does not appear to have a history of major storms in
mid-July.There was a big storm
in 1932 on July 2nd, but it doesn't seem to be as unpredictable as
some parts of the country.

Other weather sites with 5 day forecast predict no rain thru Saturday,
which is not good
news.


I did not notice a mosquito problem on the campus.That is good news.


Here is an important update about the drought dated 07/08/09

 http://www.kerrville.org/index.aspx?NID=859

David Locklear

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RE: [Texascavers] Kerrville weather and drought

2009-07-14 Thread Denise P

I highly recommend using a Texas Swamp Cooler to beat the heat. Buy a $4 
squirt bottle, fill with ice water, apply liberally to self, feel a minute of 
coolness and relief, repeat endlessly.

 

-Denise
 
 Date: Tue, 14 Jul 2009 09:45:21 -0500
 From: dlocklea...@gmail.com
 To: texascavers@texascavers.com
 Subject: [Texascavers] Kerrville weather and drought
 
 According to Kerrville's 10 day weather forecast:
 
 The temperature does not hit triple-digits during ICS. Also, some
 rain is possible
 on the 22nd.
 
 http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/USTX0689?from=36hr_topnav_undeclared
 
 If it hits, 99 it will feel like triple digits because the humidity
 will be over 50 percent, and
 possibly 70 plus.
 
 
 The early morning temperatures are supposed to get as low as 72, maybe
 71. That
 is a tolerable temperature for sleeping outdoors. I saw another
 site that said 68
 degrees. I couldn't find the record low for this time of year, but
 I think it is 68.
 
 During the heat of the day, as long as you have a cool wet towel
 around your neck
 and are sitting in the shade, and wearing loose cotton clothing, and a
 ice-chest full of cold
 beverages, then you won't notice the heat, especially if there is a breeze.
 
 There should be some clouds, which will help a little to keep the sun
 off of you.
 
 The main thing is that no major storms or flash-flooding is expected.
 And there are no
 storms brewing in the gulf.
 
 Kerrville does not appear to have a history of major storms in
 mid-July. There was a big storm
 in 1932 on July 2nd, but it doesn't seem to be as unpredictable as
 some parts of the country.
 
 Other weather sites with 5 day forecast predict no rain thru Saturday,
 which is not good
 news.
 
 
 I did not notice a mosquito problem on the campus. That is good news.
 
 
 Here is an important update about the drought dated 07/08/09
 
 http://www.kerrville.org/index.aspx?NID=859
 
 David Locklear
 
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Re: [Texascavers] Kerrville weather and drought

2009-07-14 Thread Lyndon Tiu

Gives me an excuse to stay in the cave longer. Let's just stay in the cave the 
whole time.

On Tue, 14 Jul 2009 09:45:21 -0500 dlocklea...@gmail.com wrote:
 According to Kerrville's 10 day weather forecast:
 
 The temperature does not hit triple-digits during ICS. Also, some
 rain is possible
 on the 22nd.
 
 http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/USTX0689?from=36hr_topnav_undeclared
 

--
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[Texascavers] I'd like to help with ICS - what next

2009-07-14 Thread Nancy Weaver

Hey Nancy,

I will be coming in on Saturday and Sunday to help. Who do I talk to 
and what do I do?





We will (hopefully) have an up to date list of volunteer needs at 
INFO each day, and get folks who wish to help connected with a task 
that they are interested in.  Also I'm certain that any given 
coordinator would be happy for you to contact them directly.


thanks for the response

Nancy



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[Texascavers] Cabin at Kerrville Pk

2009-07-14 Thread bcow911
First come first serve contact me I have another a/c cabin available at the 
kerrville pk . Two bunk beds ,table chairs additional camp site. Entire unit  
no more than 8 to a campsite. Tent or small camper on site. site for camper has 
electric for lights only not an a/c( not enough amps). Contact me for details.  
Bob Cowell cell 210-724-9365 hp 210-662-9171 

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RE: [Texascavers] Cabin at Kerrville Pk

2009-07-14 Thread Fritz Holt
Bob,
I am a volunteer to drive/assist on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and possibly 
Wednesday. Any chance of sharing the cabin/room with someone?
Fritz Holt, Houston
1-800-375-4679

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Subject: [Texascavers] Cabin at Kerrville Pk

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texascavers Digest 14 Jul 2009 20:31:59 -0000 Issue 798

2009-07-14 Thread texascavers-digest-help

texascavers Digest 14 Jul 2009 20:31:59 - Issue 798

Topics (messages 11324 through 11340):

After ICS - goods for sale
11324 by: Jon

Re: Kerrville weather and drought
11325 by: Lyndon Tiu

Cabin at Kerrville Pk
11326 by: bcow911.satx.rr.com
11331 by: Fritz Holt

volunteers
11327 by: Nancy Weaver
11328 by: tbsamsel.verizon.net

I'd like to help with ICS - what next
11329 by: Nancy Weaver

I'd like to help
11330 by: Gill Edigar
11332 by: Mallory Mayeux
11334 by: Geary Schindel
11337 by: Mallory Mayeux
11338 by: Lyndon Tiu

Re: 15th ICS � History, Kerrville, and speleology
11333 by: Mixon Bill

Final call for projectors and laptops for ICS
11335 by: Rick Corbell

Guadalupe River Conditions
11336 by: Robert B

A Public Service Announcement
11339 by: wesley s
11340 by: Mark.Alman.l-3com.com

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---BeginMessage---
Hi folks, 
I hope some of you are in need of some items after the ICS has ended.
 
We will have:
Around 60 sheets of 3/8-inch OSB that was used inside not outside, with only a 
few screw holes in it,
30 or so nice 2x4s, stud length and up,
Several hundred feet of orange construction site safety fence,
Several hundred feet of 1/4-inch poly rope, blue and yellow. 
MAYBE, some very well made A-frame type art stands
 
AND MORE!!!
 
The entire list will be posted on the main bulletin board in the student center 
close to registration.
If you should want to buy any of this, OR MORE, and there by help defray the 
cost of this convention, please bring your money and something to haul it away 
in. 
 
Please pass this on to other list serve types.
 
Come and be seen in Kerrville!
 
Jon Cradit
 
*

---End Message---
---BeginMessage---

Gives me an excuse to stay in the cave longer. Let's just stay in the cave the 
whole time.

On Tue, 14 Jul 2009 09:45:21 -0500 dlocklea...@gmail.com wrote:
 According to Kerrville's 10 day weather forecast:
 
 The temperature does not hit triple-digits during ICS. Also, some
 rain is possible
 on the 22nd.
 
 http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/USTX0689?from=36hr_topnav_undeclared
 

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Lyndon Tiu
---End Message---
---BeginMessage---
First come first serve contact me I have another a/c cabin available at the 
kerrville pk . Two bunk beds ,table chairs additional camp site. Entire unit  
no more than 8 to a campsite. Tent or small camper on site. site for camper has 
electric for lights only not an a/c( not enough amps). Contact me for details.  
Bob Cowell cell 210-724-9365 hp 210-662-9171 
---End Message---
---BeginMessage---
Bob,
I am a volunteer to drive/assist on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and possibly 
Wednesday. Any chance of sharing the cabin/room with someone?
Fritz Holt, Houston
1-800-375-4679

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Subject: [Texascavers] Cabin at Kerrville Pk

First come first serve contact me I have another a/c cabin available at the 
kerrville pk . Two bunk beds ,table chairs additional camp site. Entire unit  
no more than 8 to a campsite. Tent or small camper on site. site for camper has 
electric for lights only not an a/c( not enough amps). Contact me for details.  
Bob Cowell cell 210-724-9365 hp 210-662-9171

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[Texascavers] volunteers

2009-07-14 Thread Nancy Weaver
Good Grief - how about if everybody took the time they spend talking 
about volunteering and just complete a volunteer task?


and for those of you who have lots of suggestions about improvements 
- how about if YOU get them cleared with the appropriate coordiantor 
and make those improvements?


feel free to email me and I'll put you in touch with a way to use all 
this excess time and energy!


Nancy

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nan...@io.com
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Re: [Texascavers] volunteers

2009-07-14 Thread tbsamsel


How many cavers does it take to?

Does Ediger have an answer?

TJul 14, 2009 11:35:48 AM, nan...@io.com wrote:
Good Grief - how about if everybody took the time they spend talking about volunteering and just complete a volunteer task?and for those of you who have lots of suggestions about improvements - how about if YOU get them cleared with the appropriate coordiantor and make those improvements?feel free to email me and I'll put you in touch with a way to use all this excess time and energy!Nancy-- Nancy WeaverVolunteer Co-ordinator ICSnan...@io.com512.847.7422-Visit our website: http://texascavers.comTo unsubscribe, e-mail: texascavers-unsubscr...@texascavers.comFor additional commands, e-mail: texascavers-h...@texascavers.com

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[Texascavers] a must see more than caves more than us

2009-07-14 Thread Karen Perry
Now this is what I call a home movie!
It is long, but incredible excellent music too. A journey 
around the world.
If you like Planet Earth then this will be a super treat. This is a must see, 
must share for those that love this place we call.HOME

http://www.youtube.com/homeproject

Check it out,
Karen



  

[Texascavers] Fwd: getting a ride to ICS for kasia Biernacka from Poland

2009-07-14 Thread Mixon Bill

Forwarded by Mixon:

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List-Post: texascavers@texascavers.com
Date: July 14, 2009 3:49:08 PM CDT
To: Mixon Bill bmixon...@austin.rr.com
Subject: getting a ride to ICS for kasia Biernacka from Poland

Bill -

Got any ideas on how to handle this:

Kasia Biernacka (Marcin Gala's wife from Poland) will be arriving in
Austin at 9pm on Saturday and she needs a ride to ICS in time for
the 9am Sunday meeting of the executive session (she carries a vote
from Poland).   We are trying to connect her up with someone.

I have offered to pick her up at the airport but Vickie and I will not
be leaving until around 4pm on Sunday due to work requirements here.

Alternatively, if you know that there is going to be a shuttle service
(for example from San Antonio Airport to ICS) that would be useful to
know what their schedule would be and where people would have to
meet them.

Ideas appreciated.

Bill

Bill Stone, Ph.D., P.E.
Stone Aerospace / PSC, Inc.
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