Re: [PBSS] Possible sinkhole / tunnel

[Kerry Lowery]

I think a group of west texas cavers should volunteer to check this out.

From: Jacqueline Thomas 
Sent: Friday, September 06, 2013 8:48 PM
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Subject: Re: [PBSS] Possible sinkhole / tunnel

Lubbock. 

LUBBOCK, TX (KCBD) - 
KCBD 11 in Lubbock



A mystery tunnel is creating quite a buzz in a north Lubbock neighborhood.

Lee Smithwick discovered it on his property this week, when part of his yard 
collapsed.

"We were watering the yard and we came out and the whole sprinkler system and 
everything sank," Smithwick said.

Smithwick says he thought it was a sinkhole, but then he saw railroad ties.

He alerted fire and police departments and upon further examination, they 
discovered it was a hidden tunnel, braced with railroad ties.

Apparently one broke, causing the collapse.

Now the question is, who built it?

Smithwick says local historians have come out to see the tunnel for themselves.

"First they thought it might be a bunker, but it's definitely a tunnel. Nobody 
knows who built it or why they would build it. They're thinking maybe it's 
associated with the railroad back in 1909, but you're looking at an underground 
tunnel for 100 years."

Smithwick says they've drilled a few holes in the ground, and it appears the 
tunnel runs underneath the road in front of his house.

He says city inspectors have also come out, and they're meeting Thursday to 
figure out if they need take action.

The area has been marked off with caution tape.

We'll continue to follow this story online and on the air at KCBD NewsChannel 
11.




Lubbock man discovers mystery tunnel under his house - KCBD NewsChannel 11 
Lubbock

Jacqui


On Sep 6, 2013, at 7:38 PM, Charles Goldsmith wrote:


  Probably Bill's private cave. 

  Sent via C=64 Mobile

  On Sep 6, 2013, at 7:28 PM, "Kerry Lowery"  wrote:


A fella at work was telling me, he heard on the news, of a house in Midland 
where a sinkhole formed in the back yard.  Upon inspection they found a tunnel 
and were able to follow it about 1/8 of a mile.  I see no report of this on the 
local stations web sites.  Curious if anyone else had heard this?

Kerry
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[PBSS] Possible sinkhole / tunnel

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A fella at work was telling me, he heard on the news, of a house in Midland 
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and were able to follow it about 1/8 of a mile.  I see no report of this on the 
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[PBSS] Possible sinkhole / tunnel

[Kerry Lowery]

A fella at work was telling me, he heard on the news, of a house in Midland 
where a sinkhole formed in the back yard.  Upon inspection they found a tunnel 
and were able to follow it about 1/8 of a mile.  I see no report of this on the 
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Re: [PBSS] Feb Meeting of PBSS

[Kerry Lowery]

The weekend of the 22nd would be a great weekend, at the moment I have no 
plans. Hurry and make some so they can trump any other plans.

Kerry

From: Lori Hales 
Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2013 4:10 PM
To: Ormsby, Matthew A ; p...@caver.net ; s...@caver.net 
Subject: Re: [PBSS] Feb Meeting of PBSS

Matthew:
I am still trying to contact Mike Gray regarding the possible need for repairs 
to ESS cave (if any). I thought we might go down the weekend of the 22nd and 
see what all we  might need. I'm not in shape for a long vertical right now, so 
if you guys do Abyss, take me
some photos.

Later,
Lori

P.S.:
I'm pretty sure I'm a couple years behind in my dues by now; let me know the 
treasurer and mailing address and I'll send a check.

Lori

From: "Ormsby, Matthew A" 
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Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2013 9:15 AM
Subject: [PBSS] Feb Meeting of PBSS


All,
The next meeting of the Permian Basin Speleological Society is Tuesday  Feb 
12th, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. That's tonight for anyone that's really paying 
attention. We are still at Murray's Delicatessen in Midland, Texas. Murray's is 
located at 3211 West Wadley in Midland. We meet in the back room. Come early & 
have dinner--we have the room starting at 6:00

We are looking at firming up details for the end of the month caving trip. I'll 
also show some highlights of 2012 for anyone interested in viewing them. 

Any and all are welcome! For further information about the Permian Basin 
Speleological Society contact: Matthew Ormsby ma_orm...@msn.com Jacqui Thomas 
jlrtho...@verizon.net , Bill Bentley ca...@caver.net, or Patrick Ray 
patrickray...@yahoo.com

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Re: [PBSS] Feb Meeting of PBSS

[Kerry Lowery]

The weekend of the 22nd would be a great weekend, at the moment I have no 
plans. Hurry and make some so they can trump any other plans.

Kerry

From: Lori Hales 
Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2013 4:10 PM
To: Ormsby, Matthew A ; p...@caver.net ; s...@caver.net 
Subject: Re: [PBSS] Feb Meeting of PBSS

Matthew:
I am still trying to contact Mike Gray regarding the possible need for repairs 
to ESS cave (if any). I thought we might go down the weekend of the 22nd and 
see what all we  might need. I'm not in shape for a long vertical right now, so 
if you guys do Abyss, take me
some photos.

Later,
Lori

P.S.:
I'm pretty sure I'm a couple years behind in my dues by now; let me know the 
treasurer and mailing address and I'll send a check.

Lori

From: "Ormsby, Matthew A" 
To: p...@caver.net; s...@caver.net 
Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2013 9:15 AM
Subject: [PBSS] Feb Meeting of PBSS


All,
The next meeting of the Permian Basin Speleological Society is Tuesday  Feb 
12th, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. That's tonight for anyone that's really paying 
attention. We are still at Murray's Delicatessen in Midland, Texas. Murray's is 
located at 3211 West Wadley in Midland. We meet in the back room. Come early & 
have dinner--we have the room starting at 6:00

We are looking at firming up details for the end of the month caving trip. I'll 
also show some highlights of 2012 for anyone interested in viewing them. 

Any and all are welcome! For further information about the Permian Basin 
Speleological Society contact: Matthew Ormsby ma_orm...@msn.com Jacqui Thomas 
jlrtho...@verizon.net , Bill Bentley ca...@caver.net, or Patrick Ray 
patrickray...@yahoo.com

PBSS web page:
http://www.caver.net/pbss/pbss .html
The Permian Basin Speleological Society was founded in October 1983 and was 
chartered as the 300th grotto of the National Speleological Society on January 
18, 1984. The Permian Basin Speleological Society is an affiliated grotto or 
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Region of the National Speleological Society and supports the cave conservation 
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Re: [PBSS] Feb Meeting of PBSS

[Kerry Lowery]

The weekend of the 22nd would be a great weekend, at the moment I have no 
plans. Hurry and make some so they can trump any other plans.

Kerry

From: Lori Hales 
Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2013 4:10 PM
To: Ormsby, Matthew A ; p...@caver.net ; s...@caver.net 
Subject: Re: [PBSS] Feb Meeting of PBSS

Matthew:
I am still trying to contact Mike Gray regarding the possible need for repairs 
to ESS cave (if any). I thought we might go down the weekend of the 22nd and 
see what all we  might need. I'm not in shape for a long vertical right now, so 
if you guys do Abyss, take me
some photos.

Later,
Lori

P.S.:
I'm pretty sure I'm a couple years behind in my dues by now; let me know the 
treasurer and mailing address and I'll send a check.

Lori

From: "Ormsby, Matthew A" 
To: p...@caver.net; s...@caver.net 
Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2013 9:15 AM
Subject: [PBSS] Feb Meeting of PBSS


All,
The next meeting of the Permian Basin Speleological Society is Tuesday  Feb 
12th, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. That's tonight for anyone that's really paying 
attention. We are still at Murray's Delicatessen in Midland, Texas. Murray's is 
located at 3211 West Wadley in Midland. We meet in the back room. Come early & 
have dinner--we have the room starting at 6:00

We are looking at firming up details for the end of the month caving trip. I'll 
also show some highlights of 2012 for anyone interested in viewing them. 

Any and all are welcome! For further information about the Permian Basin 
Speleological Society contact: Matthew Ormsby ma_orm...@msn.com Jacqui Thomas 
jlrtho...@verizon.net , Bill Bentley ca...@caver.net, or Patrick Ray 
patrickray...@yahoo.com

PBSS web page:
http://www.caver.net/pbss/pbss .html
The Permian Basin Speleological Society was founded in October 1983 and was 
chartered as the 300th grotto of the National Speleological Society on January 
18, 1984. The Permian Basin Speleological Society is an affiliated grotto or 
Caving club with the Texas Speleological Association and the Southwestern 
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ethics of the National Speleological Society.

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Re: [PBSS] December Meeting

[Kerry Lowery]

Sound as if it is gonna be hard to organize a party for Christmas.  Lets plan a 
late winter / early spring caving party to Abyss, Ess or even Parks Ranch for 
the last weekend in Febuary.  Which coincidentally is the next available 
weekend off at this moment.  We could even bring gifts.

Just my thoughts, chances are I wouldn’t be able to attend anything else.

Y’all have a Merry Christmas.

Kerry

From: Ormsby, Matthew A 
Sent: Monday, December 10, 2012 4:36 PM
To: p...@caver.net ; s...@caver.net 
Subject: [PBSS] December Meeting

Cavers, 

There will not be a December Meeting of the PBSS. We are still trying to work 
out a Christmas Party but there were conflicts for many for this Saturday. We 
are looking at scheduling a party during the week next week sometime. I have 
not heard from many members so if you are interested in having a Christmas 
party next week, early in the week, please respond to this e-mail.

Again, there will not be a meeting of the PBSS tomorrow. 

Have a great week.

Matthew Ormsby
PBSS President
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Re: [PBSS] December Meeting

[Kerry Lowery]

Sound as if it is gonna be hard to organize a party for Christmas.  Lets plan a 
late winter / early spring caving party to Abyss, Ess or even Parks Ranch for 
the last weekend in Febuary.  Which coincidentally is the next available 
weekend off at this moment.  We could even bring gifts.

Just my thoughts, chances are I wouldn’t be able to attend anything else.

Y’all have a Merry Christmas.

Kerry

From: Ormsby, Matthew A 
Sent: Monday, December 10, 2012 4:36 PM
To: p...@caver.net ; s...@caver.net 
Subject: [PBSS] December Meeting

Cavers, 

There will not be a December Meeting of the PBSS. We are still trying to work 
out a Christmas Party but there were conflicts for many for this Saturday. We 
are looking at scheduling a party during the week next week sometime. I have 
not heard from many members so if you are interested in having a Christmas 
party next week, early in the week, please respond to this e-mail.

Again, there will not be a meeting of the PBSS tomorrow. 

Have a great week.

Matthew Ormsby
PBSS President
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Re: [PBSS] December Meeting

[Kerry Lowery]

Sound as if it is gonna be hard to organize a party for Christmas.  Lets plan a 
late winter / early spring caving party to Abyss, Ess or even Parks Ranch for 
the last weekend in Febuary.  Which coincidentally is the next available 
weekend off at this moment.  We could even bring gifts.

Just my thoughts, chances are I wouldn’t be able to attend anything else.

Y’all have a Merry Christmas.

Kerry

From: Ormsby, Matthew A 
Sent: Monday, December 10, 2012 4:36 PM
To: p...@caver.net ; s...@caver.net 
Subject: [PBSS] December Meeting

Cavers, 

There will not be a December Meeting of the PBSS. We are still trying to work 
out a Christmas Party but there were conflicts for many for this Saturday. We 
are looking at scheduling a party during the week next week sometime. I have 
not heard from many members so if you are interested in having a Christmas 
party next week, early in the week, please respond to this e-mail.

Again, there will not be a meeting of the PBSS tomorrow. 

Have a great week.

Matthew Ormsby
PBSS President
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Re: [PBSS] May meeting

[Kerry Lowery]

Enquiring minds wanna know.  I could most likely make a meeting tonite if
were having one. Let us know.

Kerry

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Sent: Tuesday, May 08, 2012 8:19 AM
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Subject: [PBSS] May meeting

Do we have a meeting tonight? I plan to be there but I'm watching the
storms, too.

We can visit Abyss Sinkhole Saturday, June 9th. Day visit. JAcqui
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Re: [PBSS] May meeting

[Kerry Lowery]

Enquiring minds wanna know.  I could most likely make a meeting tonite if
were having one. Let us know.

Kerry

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Subject: [PBSS] May meeting

Do we have a meeting tonight? I plan to be there but I'm watching the
storms, too.

We can visit Abyss Sinkhole Saturday, June 9th. Day visit. JAcqui
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Re: [PBSS] May meeting

[Kerry Lowery]

Enquiring minds wanna know.  I could most likely make a meeting tonite if
were having one. Let us know.

Kerry

-Original Message-
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Sent: Tuesday, May 08, 2012 8:19 AM
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Subject: [PBSS] May meeting

Do we have a meeting tonight? I plan to be there but I'm watching the
storms, too.

We can visit Abyss Sinkhole Saturday, June 9th. Day visit. JAcqui
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Re: [PBSS] TCMA Directors

[Kerry Lowery]

Ill vote for ya!

Kerry

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LaRue Thomas
Sent: Wednesday, February 01, 2012 8:55 AM
To: p...@caver.net
Subject: [PBSS] TCMA Directors

All,
TCMA is holding a special election (electronic) to fill a vacant position on

the Board.

>From TCMA facebook:
"The election will open on February 27 and will run through March 12 close 
of business. Members in good standing (up to date on dues, with current 
email on file) will be contacted via email by the online ballot system."

BUT--
We need people on the ballot! If you are interested in serving, contact me 
and I'll get you to the right person. TCMA does really good things but only 
because there are TCMA people doing them, so please--think about it!

This is what a Director does:
  a.. Attends at least 50% of board and member meetings.
  b.. Makes serious commitment to participate actively in Board work, 
staying informed on Board matters and eventually chairing a committee or 
directing a project.
  c.. Becomes informed of the business of TCMA and help make decisions and 
manage that business.
  d.. Volunteers for and willingly accepts assignments and completes them 
thoroughly and on time.
  e.. Represents TCMA in community, presenting programs to civic, business, 
or similar groups and keeping local cavers informed of TCMA business or 
opportunities.
  f.. Gets to know other Board members and builds a collegial working 
relationship that contributes to consensus.
  g.. Is an active participant in the TCMA's annual evaluation and planning 
efforts.
  h.. Participates in fund raising for the organization, either through 
mailings, fund raising events, personal presentations, grant writing, or 
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Re: [PBSS] TCMA Directors

[Kerry Lowery]

Ill vote for ya!

Kerry

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LaRue Thomas
Sent: Wednesday, February 01, 2012 8:55 AM
To: p...@caver.net
Subject: [PBSS] TCMA Directors

All,
TCMA is holding a special election (electronic) to fill a vacant position on

the Board.

>From TCMA facebook:
"The election will open on February 27 and will run through March 12 close 
of business. Members in good standing (up to date on dues, with current 
email on file) will be contacted via email by the online ballot system."

BUT--
We need people on the ballot! If you are interested in serving, contact me 
and I'll get you to the right person. TCMA does really good things but only 
because there are TCMA people doing them, so please--think about it!

This is what a Director does:
  a.. Attends at least 50% of board and member meetings.
  b.. Makes serious commitment to participate actively in Board work, 
staying informed on Board matters and eventually chairing a committee or 
directing a project.
  c.. Becomes informed of the business of TCMA and help make decisions and 
manage that business.
  d.. Volunteers for and willingly accepts assignments and completes them 
thoroughly and on time.
  e.. Represents TCMA in community, presenting programs to civic, business, 
or similar groups and keeping local cavers informed of TCMA business or 
opportunities.
  f.. Gets to know other Board members and builds a collegial working 
relationship that contributes to consensus.
  g.. Is an active participant in the TCMA's annual evaluation and planning 
efforts.
  h.. Participates in fund raising for the organization, either through 
mailings, fund raising events, personal presentations, grant writing, or 
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Re: [PBSS] TCMA Directors

[Kerry Lowery]

Ill vote for ya!

Kerry

-Original Message-
From: pbss-boun...@caver.net [mailto:pbss-boun...@caver.net] On Behalf Of J.
LaRue Thomas
Sent: Wednesday, February 01, 2012 8:55 AM
To: p...@caver.net
Subject: [PBSS] TCMA Directors

All,
TCMA is holding a special election (electronic) to fill a vacant position on

the Board.

>From TCMA facebook:
"The election will open on February 27 and will run through March 12 close 
of business. Members in good standing (up to date on dues, with current 
email on file) will be contacted via email by the online ballot system."

BUT--
We need people on the ballot! If you are interested in serving, contact me 
and I'll get you to the right person. TCMA does really good things but only 
because there are TCMA people doing them, so please--think about it!

This is what a Director does:
  a.. Attends at least 50% of board and member meetings.
  b.. Makes serious commitment to participate actively in Board work, 
staying informed on Board matters and eventually chairing a committee or 
directing a project.
  c.. Becomes informed of the business of TCMA and help make decisions and 
manage that business.
  d.. Volunteers for and willingly accepts assignments and completes them 
thoroughly and on time.
  e.. Represents TCMA in community, presenting programs to civic, business, 
or similar groups and keeping local cavers informed of TCMA business or 
opportunities.
  f.. Gets to know other Board members and builds a collegial working 
relationship that contributes to consensus.
  g.. Is an active participant in the TCMA's annual evaluation and planning 
efforts.
  h.. Participates in fund raising for the organization, either through 
mailings, fund raising events, personal presentations, grant writing, or 
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Re: [PBSS] January PBSS meeting

[Kerry Lowery]

I will not be able to attend the meeting.

I am planning to be on the Blue Quail Cave trip.  Just wanted to remind
y'all to keep me informed.

Thanks,
Kerry

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LaRue Thomas
Sent: Saturday, January 07, 2012 2:34 PM
To: p...@caver.net; Southwest Region
Subject: [PBSS] January PBSS meeting

Announcing the first Permian Basin Speleological Society of 2012!

Permian Basin Speleological Society is meeting Tuesday, January 10, at 7:00
p.m. at Murray's Delicatessen in Midland, Texas. We have some new officer 
housekeeping to do, and our updated Constitution draft needs input. We also 
have trips! Our trip to Blue Quail Cave is coming up, and we may have some 
Lincoln National Forest permits for February.

Murray's is is located at 3211 West Wadley in Midland. We meet in the back
room.

Any and all are welcome! For further infomation about the Permian Basin
Speleological Society contact: Matthew Ormsby matthew_orm...@msn.com, 
Patrick Ray patrickray...@yahoo.com, Walter Feaster 
wdfeas...@suddenlink.net, or Jacqui Thomas @ jlrtho...@verizon.net

PBSS web page:
http://www.caver.net/pbss/pbss.html
The Permian Basin Speleological Society was founded in October 1983 and was
chartered as the 300th grotto of the National Speleological Society on
January 18, 1984. The Permian Basin Speleological Society is an affiliated
grotto or Caving club with the Texas Speleological Association and the
Southwestern Region of the National Speleological Society and supports the
cave conservation ethics of the National Speleological Society.

National Speleological Society web page:
http://www.caves.org/

Texas Speleological Association web page:
http://www.cavetexas.org

Southwestern Region of the NSS web page:
http://www.caves.org/region/swr/



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Re: [PBSS] January PBSS meeting

[Kerry Lowery]

I will not be able to attend the meeting.

I am planning to be on the Blue Quail Cave trip.  Just wanted to remind
y'all to keep me informed.

Thanks,
Kerry

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From: pbss-boun...@caver.net [mailto:pbss-boun...@caver.net] On Behalf Of J.
LaRue Thomas
Sent: Saturday, January 07, 2012 2:34 PM
To: p...@caver.net; Southwest Region
Subject: [PBSS] January PBSS meeting

Announcing the first Permian Basin Speleological Society of 2012!

Permian Basin Speleological Society is meeting Tuesday, January 10, at 7:00
p.m. at Murray's Delicatessen in Midland, Texas. We have some new officer 
housekeeping to do, and our updated Constitution draft needs input. We also 
have trips! Our trip to Blue Quail Cave is coming up, and we may have some 
Lincoln National Forest permits for February.

Murray's is is located at 3211 West Wadley in Midland. We meet in the back
room.

Any and all are welcome! For further infomation about the Permian Basin
Speleological Society contact: Matthew Ormsby matthew_orm...@msn.com, 
Patrick Ray patrickray...@yahoo.com, Walter Feaster 
wdfeas...@suddenlink.net, or Jacqui Thomas @ jlrtho...@verizon.net

PBSS web page:
http://www.caver.net/pbss/pbss.html
The Permian Basin Speleological Society was founded in October 1983 and was
chartered as the 300th grotto of the National Speleological Society on
January 18, 1984. The Permian Basin Speleological Society is an affiliated
grotto or Caving club with the Texas Speleological Association and the
Southwestern Region of the National Speleological Society and supports the
cave conservation ethics of the National Speleological Society.

National Speleological Society web page:
http://www.caves.org/

Texas Speleological Association web page:
http://www.cavetexas.org

Southwestern Region of the NSS web page:
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Re: [PBSS] January PBSS meeting

[Kerry Lowery]

I will not be able to attend the meeting.

I am planning to be on the Blue Quail Cave trip.  Just wanted to remind
y'all to keep me informed.

Thanks,
Kerry

-Original Message-
From: pbss-boun...@caver.net [mailto:pbss-boun...@caver.net] On Behalf Of J.
LaRue Thomas
Sent: Saturday, January 07, 2012 2:34 PM
To: p...@caver.net; Southwest Region
Subject: [PBSS] January PBSS meeting

Announcing the first Permian Basin Speleological Society of 2012!

Permian Basin Speleological Society is meeting Tuesday, January 10, at 7:00
p.m. at Murray's Delicatessen in Midland, Texas. We have some new officer 
housekeeping to do, and our updated Constitution draft needs input. We also 
have trips! Our trip to Blue Quail Cave is coming up, and we may have some 
Lincoln National Forest permits for February.

Murray's is is located at 3211 West Wadley in Midland. We meet in the back
room.

Any and all are welcome! For further infomation about the Permian Basin
Speleological Society contact: Matthew Ormsby matthew_orm...@msn.com, 
Patrick Ray patrickray...@yahoo.com, Walter Feaster 
wdfeas...@suddenlink.net, or Jacqui Thomas @ jlrtho...@verizon.net

PBSS web page:
http://www.caver.net/pbss/pbss.html
The Permian Basin Speleological Society was founded in October 1983 and was
chartered as the 300th grotto of the National Speleological Society on
January 18, 1984. The Permian Basin Speleological Society is an affiliated
grotto or Caving club with the Texas Speleological Association and the
Southwestern Region of the National Speleological Society and supports the
cave conservation ethics of the National Speleological Society.

National Speleological Society web page:
http://www.caves.org/

Texas Speleological Association web page:
http://www.cavetexas.org

Southwestern Region of the NSS web page:
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Re: [PBSS] this weekend

[Kerry Lowery]

I am gonna try and be there Fri. nite and leave Sat. after haul.  If I do
make it Fri. it will be very late (11-midnight). If not, we'll see ya on
Saturday.

Kerry 

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LaRue Thomas
Sent: Thursday, March 03, 2011 9:22 AM
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Subject: [PBSS] this weekend

All,
The frame is fixed and the Bobcat will be in place. Jeryl is looking forward

to it and hoping to get over to see us.

So far we are only 5 and we can sure use more.

I may go out Friday, go home, come back Saturday morning after sunrise. 
Anybody know when they'll be getting there? Jacqui 


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Re: [PBSS] Sonora dig this weekend

[Kerry Lowery]

These are hard working folks, but we sure could use some more of them.
Probably need 8 - 10 people to make any worthwhile progress.  C'mon down
cavers, lets do some digging.

Kerry

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LaRue Thomas
Sent: Wednesday, March 02, 2011 7:33 AM
To: p...@caver.net
Cc: Josh Rubinstein; Rick Corbell
Subject: [PBSS] Sonora dig this weekend

On the list I have:

Bill Bently (sinuses permitting)
Walter Feaster
Kerry Lowery
Charles Goldsmith (probably to maybe) + ?
Me

Perhaps I heard from someone else while I was gone and cannot remember, so 
if you said "yes" to this weekend and are not on the above list please 
contact me.

Weather pretty good--partly cloudy and 80s Friday, 40s Friday night, cooler 
Saturday (60s) and about freezing (no wind or rain, anyway).

Jacqui




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[PBSS] Wanna buy a cave

[Kerry Lowery]

I came across this today and thought someone might be interested.  I called
the realtor and got a little more info if you wanna know, just ask.

 

Enjoy,

Kerry



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Re: [PBSS] 5 Mouth this weekend

[Kerry Lowery]

I probably will not be there until Saturday morning and planning on staying
Saturday night.

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LaRue Thomas
Sent: Thursday, November 11, 2010 7:58 AM
To: p...@caver.net
Cc: Josh Rubinstein; Rick Corbell
Subject: [PBSS] 5 Mouth this weekend

I sent out directions yesterday so if anyone needs directions and did not 
get them, email me and I'll get them out today.

The latest list:

The "for sures"

Bill Bentley
Allen Laman
Walter Feaster
Kerry Lowery
Charles Goldsmith + 1
Matthew Ormsby + 4
Josh Rubenstein
Tony Abernathy (in a supervisory capacity)
Me

The "maybes"

Rick Corbell

We have permission to have fire if Bill brings his fire pit. Bill, do you 
need firewood contributions?

Looks like that front headed this way is delayed a day or 2--latest forecast

has no rain in it until maybe Sunday afternoon. And nighttime temps in the 
40s instead of the 30s. Daytime mid 60s.

Anyone besides Allen coming in on Friday? Bill? (I forgot to ask you). I 
hope to be there between 3 and 4 but later if something comes up at work. If

someone plans to get here before 3:00 let me know, please.

Jacqui




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Re: [PBSS] Fw: johnny

[Kerry Lowery]

 

I am planning on being there on the 13th.  Let Jeryl and family know that we 
are praying for them.  Please keep us informed of any services and I will do 
what I can to be there (work permiting).  The PBSS has lost a good friend.

 

Kerry

From: pbss-boun...@caver.net [mailto:pbss-boun...@caver.net] On Behalf Of J. 
LaRue Thomas
Sent: Thursday, October 28, 2010 7:29 PM
To: p...@caver.net; Dirtmail
Subject: [PBSS] Fw: johnny

 

>From a close friend of Jeryl's:

 

Sent: Thursday, October 28, 2010 5:34 PM

Subject: johnny

 

Johnny passed away this afternoon. Jeryl will be home Sat. or Sun. See you, 
Melissa

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[PBSS] Cook out

[Kerry Lowery]

Also Bill if ya need some help ask.

 

Kerry

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RE: [Texascavers] 2010 Texas Cavers Reunion!

[Kerry Lowery]

Keep up the good work Allan.  I cant plan that far in advance, but if I can
be there it will be with 4wd and dirt bikes and maybe a travel trailer.  My
only question is do we have the park to ourselves.

Thanks,
Kerry

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From: Allan Cobb [mailto:a...@oztotl.com] 
Sent: Sunday, August 01, 2010 3:03 PM
To: A Texas Caving Remailer for Texas Cavers
Subject: [Texascavers] 2010 Texas Cavers Reunion!

Howdy y'all,

Here is the first announcement for the 33rd Annual Texas Cavers Reunion. 
This year TCR will be on the 3100 acre Hidden Falls Adventure Park 
(www.hiddenfallsadventurepark.com) on the weekend of October 15-17.  The 
ranch is conveniently located just 5 miles east of Marble Falls on FM1431. 
There will be lots of shady camping.  You can bring your 4WD, ATV, dirt 
bike, or mountain bike and enjoy the off-road trails throughout the 
property.  It is likely that we will once again offer the Slow Race so brush

up on your off-road driving skills.  More info may be found at 
www.oztotl.com.  We will have the usual fun stuff.

Hope to see you there!
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Re: [PBSS] July meeting notes

[Kerry Lowery]

I agree Bill and thanks to Patrick for his input to this matter.  Looking
ahead I will not be able to make the next meeting but would like to add
something to the agenda.

A cave trip, to say Ess Cave, Amazing Maze, 5 Mouth, or anything else
relatively near.  Set up an after caving meeting around a campfire, sipping
on some Crema de Almendrado and some discussion about this situation as to
what the PBSS wants, needs, and expects from the NPS in regards to our
volunteerism (Pros and Cons for PBSS).  How about September 4th. It's a
holiday weekend and I will be off work.  Everybody even remotely interested
in this subject should attend.

Starting next Friday I will most likely be out of reach for a week or so.
The Caribbean is calling my name.

Kerry




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From: Bill Bentley [mailto:ca...@caver.net] 
Sent: Monday, July 19, 2010 10:32 AM
To: Kerry Lowery; 'J. LaRue Thomas'; p...@caver.net
Subject: Re: [PBSS] July meeting notes

All,
 I suggest that we (meaning the PBSS) set up a meeting with the NPS and 
have a agreement (Memorandum of Understanding) as to who does what and who 
gets credit for the work. This way the CRF won't be getting credit for the 
hours and hard work thet the PBSS is essentially doing on it's on...It might

also point out what obligations the NPS has to have access, what specific 
tools, trucks drivers, and so on... and what we have as to exact number of 
volunters...and so on...
Just a thought.

Thanks,
Bill

- Original Message - 
From: "Kerry Lowery" 
To: "'J. LaRue Thomas'" ; 
Sent: Sunday, July 18, 2010 7:57 AM
Subject: Re: [PBSS] July meeting notes


> Thanks for keeping us up to date Jacqui.
>
> I promise I will pay my dues soon.  But I'm gonna wait till after my 
> cruise
> next week, I may need those pesos.
>
> The Comanche springs trip for me would be much better planned on the 18th,
> that's my weekend off, but do what whats good for the group there.
>
> And as far as the rock haul goes  --  Although the lack of recognition
> toward the PBSS is unappreciated, especially as much as we have done 
> toward
> this project,  that is not why I have done it all these years.  I attended
> these trips for the sheer enjoyment of caving and sharing with the public
> what we do, why we do it and being able to see a hard days work being 
> driven
> away.  The appreciation that has been received from the public is much 
> more
> satisfying to me than from some government entity who just wants to log 
> our
> hours for volunteer credit.  Maybe we could submit our own trip report to
> Canyons and Caves newletter.
> I would like to keep this project going even if I won't be able to make 
> all
> hauls (damned work).  If help is needed in setting one up, let me know and

> I
> will be glad to help.
>
> Last of all.  Yes I would be interested in a non-caving trip to Big Bend.
> But after next week I will be limited on vacation.
>
> Keep up the good work
> Kerry
>
>
>
>
>
>
> -Original Message-
> From: pbss-boun...@caver.net [mailto:pbss-boun...@caver.net] On Behalf Of 
> J.
> LaRue Thomas
> Sent: Saturday, July 17, 2010 10:00 PM
> To: p...@caver.net
> Subject: [PBSS] July meeting notes
>
> The July 13th meeting of the Permian Basin Speleological  Society opened 
> at
> 1901, an unofficial opening to be sure (no gavel. Again) but an opening
> nonetheless.
>
>
>
> Attending: Tony, Bill, Walter, new (also former) member Allen Laman, and
> Jacqui.
>
>
>
> Treasurer's report: Bill Bentley reported that we again have $738.40. The
> health and stability of the treasury moved us right along to new business 
> as
>
> Bill made a motion that we lower our dues to $10.00. Bill's motion was
> seconded by Walter and discussion included the information that we used to
> need $15.00 from each member because we were mailing out the Hole News and
> we don't do that anymore.
>
>
>
> Other facts that came out in discussion: PBSS currently has 15 members. 
> Bill
>
> has sent emails to all cavers whose memberships have expired, asking if 
> they
>
> would like to re-up. We do have some student members who may have 
> budgeting
> issues (they are students, after all) so we didn't discuss for long before
> we decided to create a student rate of $5.00 (full-time students only) and
> also reduce the associate rate to $5.00.
>
>
>
> The new rate of $10.00 with associate memberships at $5.00 and full-time
> students also at $5.00 passed unanimously. The change is effective
> immediately.
>
>
>
> Bill is working on a trip to Comanche Springs in Ft. Stockton but it needs
> to be a survey trip. Bill is looking into f

Re: [PBSS] July meeting notes

[Kerry Lowery]

Thanks for keeping us up to date Jacqui.

I promise I will pay my dues soon.  But I'm gonna wait till after my cruise
next week, I may need those pesos.

The Comanche springs trip for me would be much better planned on the 18th,
that's my weekend off, but do what whats good for the group there.

And as far as the rock haul goes  --  Although the lack of recognition
toward the PBSS is unappreciated, especially as much as we have done toward
this project,  that is not why I have done it all these years.  I attended
these trips for the sheer enjoyment of caving and sharing with the public
what we do, why we do it and being able to see a hard days work being driven
away.  The appreciation that has been received from the public is much more
satisfying to me than from some government entity who just wants to log our
hours for volunteer credit.  Maybe we could submit our own trip report to
Canyons and Caves newletter.
I would like to keep this project going even if I won't be able to make all
hauls (damned work).  If help is needed in setting one up, let me know and I
will be glad to help.

Last of all.  Yes I would be interested in a non-caving trip to Big Bend.
But after next week I will be limited on vacation.

Keep up the good work
Kerry






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LaRue Thomas
Sent: Saturday, July 17, 2010 10:00 PM
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Subject: [PBSS] July meeting notes

The July 13th meeting of the Permian Basin Speleological  Society opened at 
1901, an unofficial opening to be sure (no gavel. Again) but an opening 
nonetheless.



Attending: Tony, Bill, Walter, new (also former) member Allen Laman, and 
Jacqui.



Treasurer's report: Bill Bentley reported that we again have $738.40. The 
health and stability of the treasury moved us right along to new business as

Bill made a motion that we lower our dues to $10.00. Bill's motion was 
seconded by Walter and discussion included the information that we used to 
need $15.00 from each member because we were mailing out the Hole News and 
we don't do that anymore.



Other facts that came out in discussion: PBSS currently has 15 members. Bill

has sent emails to all cavers whose memberships have expired, asking if they

would like to re-up. We do have some student members who may have budgeting 
issues (they are students, after all) so we didn't discuss for long before 
we decided to create a student rate of $5.00 (full-time students only) and 
also reduce the associate rate to $5.00.



The new rate of $10.00 with associate memberships at $5.00 and full-time 
students also at $5.00 passed unanimously. The change is effective 
immediately.



Bill is working on a trip to Comanche Springs in Ft. Stockton but it needs 
to be a survey trip. Bill is looking into finding a sketcher-mapper person 
who may wish to join us for this trip. Potential dates September 11th or 
25th. Lori Hales has a contact for a cave near Balmorhea and she hopes to 
have us set up for a trip in the fall or winter. A couple of PBSSers have 
been to this cave a long, long time ago.



Walter reported from the Fort Stanton project and passed along a personal 
invitation from Steve Peerman to Bill Bentley to involve himself in the Fort

Stanton Project. (We were assured that all of us are welcome, even without 
the personal invitation).



We decided to poll the membership regarding whether or not we want to do 
another Carlsbad rock haul.



We did not set another Five Mouth dig date but will plan another dig when it

cools off a bit.



Bill asked if anyone was interested in a not-caving trip to Big Bend as his 
permit is good through December 2010. We all said yes, we are.



We briefly discussed NSS's request that Internal Organizations consider the 
direction they want to see taken by the NSS and submit appropriate motions 
to the Board of Governors. No motions came to anybody's mind.



We received contact information for a company that makes patches and will 
make as few as 50. Jacqui will look into how much it would cost for us to 
have some new PBSS patches made.



The meeting closed at 2001 hours.



Jacqui Thomas


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Re: [PBSS] for Abyss attendees

[Kerry Lowery]

I am gonna try to be there tonight, but it will be late, midnight or later.
We'll just have to see how I feel.  Need to go to a graduation tonight
before I can leave.  If not I will be there early in the a.m. on Saturday.

Kerry

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LaRue Thomas
Sent: Friday, May 21, 2010 5:31 AM
To: p...@caver.net
Subject: [PBSS] for Abyss attendees

The weather looks like we'll be pretty happy in the cave. Hot, maybe windy, 
and depending on whose forecast no rain or 20% chance of rain. Just another 
May weekend in W. TX.

High fire danger.

I'll be there hopefully before dark tonight (Friday). The people who plan to

be there at least for Saturday are:

Bill Bentley
Walter Feaster
Kerry Lowery
Patrick Ray
Herman Miller
Me
And there's still a chance we'll see Barry

Jacqui 


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Re: [PBSS] 5 Mouth this weekend

[Kerry Lowery]

I will be arriving Fri. night late and leaving Sat. afternoon.  Hunter will
be unavailable to join us this weekend.

Kerry

-Original Message-
From: pbss-boun...@caver.net [mailto:pbss-boun...@caver.net] On Behalf Of
Bill Bentley
Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2010 8:06 AM
To: PBSS Mailing List
Subject: Re: [PBSS] 5 Mouth this weekend

I will be arriving Early Saturday morning Leaving Saturday evening...
Bringing dust masks

Bill
- Original Message - 
From: "J. LaRue Thomas" 
To: ; "Dirtmail" 
Cc: "Walter Feaster" ; "Bill Bentley" 
; "Charles Goldsmith" ; "Kerry 
Lowery" 
Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2010 4:26 AM
Subject: 5 Mouth this weekend


> All,
> First, apologies for duplicates as I sent to both lists plus the folks who

> are for sure on the dig list for this weekend. Apply delete button 
> liberally...
>
> We are on for this weekend. I was out at the cave yesterday and I would 
> suggest you all bring clothing that can get muddy and maybe some spare 
> stuff but it is definitely diggable.
>
> I spoke with Doctor Fields and he will make sure we have the bobcat. We 
> are welcome to arrive Friday night. Any attendee who needs to be reminded 
> of the gate combo let me know. The bump gates are as they were.
>
> If you are attending and are not on the following list please contact me. 
> (I have heard from only one DIRT person. We could sure use you).
>
> Diggers:
> Bill Bentley
> Walter Feaster
> Kerry Lowery
> Charles Goldsmith bringing Ryan, Cristina, and friend
> Me
>
> See you this weekend! Jacqui
>
>
> 


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Re: [PBSS] meeting notes from 03/09/10

[Kerry Lowery]

This (at least at the moment) looks like a good weekend for me.



*We discussed the weekend of April 3rd for the next Five Mouth dig. This
is 
Easter weekend so we are floating the date to see if there's interest before

approaching the landowners. The February Five Mouth dig was cancelled due to

plan changes causing a lack of attendance and we don't want to do that 
again. We will be looking into April 24th for a possible Amazing Maze trip 
and if Amazing Maze doesn't work out, that weekend is another possibility 
for Five Mouth.

Kerry


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RE: [Texascavers] Query: gassing snake dens

[Kerry Lowery]

Gassing of snake dens is mostly a practice of the past.  Snake hunters have
figgered out that once you gas a den the snakes no longer want to live
there.  It can take years, if ever, for the snakes to rehabitate the den.
Just like big deer leases and hunters who try to manage their herd, snake
hunters want to do the same.  They do not want to eradicate what they are
hunting so they manage the area to keep the populations in check.

 

I am usually the one that gets volunteered to check for slithery critters,
and have the pleasure to remove them from an entrance when necessary.

For everyone else's health and sanity.

 

Kerry 

 

From: Andy Gluesenkamp [mailto:andrew_gluesenk...@yahoo.com] 
Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2010 8:52 AM
To: texas cavers
Subject: [Texascavers] Query: gassing snake dens

 


I'm trying to get a handle on how widespread is the practice of gassing
snake dens in Texas.  "Gassing" is often used by rattlesnake collectors
associated with roundups.  They typically use a garden sprayer or a hose to
deliver gasoline into crevices and retreats with the intention of driving
snakes to the surface.  Are any of you aware of this practice in karst
areas?  Have you ever smelled gas at a cave entrance?  Please respond
off-line.

gracias,

  Andy

Andrew G. Gluesenkamp, Ph.D.
700 Billie Brooks Drive
Driftwood, Texas 78619
(512) 799-1095
a...@gluesenkamp.com

 

Re: [PBSS] 5 Mouth

[Kerry Lowery]

Not tired of digging.  Just too much on the agenda.  I was gonna try to make
it but haven't figgered out which direction im more in need of heading this
weekend yet.  Keep us up to date Jacqui and if I can make it I will.

Kerry

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Jon Hancock
Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2010 8:12 AM
To: 'jlrbi...@sonoratx.net'; 'p...@caver.net'; 'dirtm...@angelo.edu'
Subject: Re: [PBSS] 5 Mouth

Looks like everyone is tired of digging.haha

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To: p...@caver.net ; Dirtmail 
Sent: Wed Feb 24 08:11:04 2010
Subject: [PBSS] 5 Mouth

All,
So far I have no one to go except me. Lori, no; ASU, no; Bill, maybe "no," 
haven't heard from anyone else.

If I cancel I need to call Doc and Jeryl today.

Looking like cancelling is the best idea. Jacqui 


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[PBSS] FW: Outdoor Expo

[Kerry Lowery]

Here is all the info needed for the Outdoor Expo that was discussed at the
meeting.

Discuss it with Outing Club see if they would want to split a 10x10 booth.  

If they/we are interested I will fill out the paperwork.

 

Kerry

 

From: Kim Sansom [mailto:kimskorne...@yahoo.com] 
Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 6:53 PM
To: Kerry Lowery
Subject: Re: Outdoor Expo

 

Hello Kerry,

 

Attached please find all the documents you need to sign up to be a vendor.
We won't charge for you guys to share a booth, so disregard the sharing fee.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you need further information.

 

Thank you so much and have a great rest of the week,
 

Kim & Monty Sansom

Silver Spur Trade Shows Inc.

PO Box 208, Ralls, TX 79357

806-253-1322 or cell 806-252-6933

FAX: 806-253-1368

i...@silverspurtradeshows.com

www.silverspurtradeshows.com <http://www.silverspurtradeshows.com/> 

 

Unless you try to do something

beyond what you have already

mastered, you will never grow!!

 

 

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From: Kerry Lowery 
To: Kim Sansom 
Sent: Mon, February 15, 2010 2:53:39 PM
Subject: RE: Outdoor Expo

No we are not nonprofit.  Just local clubs organized to do what we enjoy
caving, camping, hiking, etc.  The PBSS is affiliated with nonprofit orgs,
but locally we are not.

 

Kerry

 

From: Kim Sansom [mailto:kimskorne...@yahoo.com] 
Sent: Monday, February 15, 2010 1:36 PM
To: Kerry Lowery
Subject: Re: Outdoor Expo

 

Hello Kerry,

 

Are you guys non-profit?  Let me know and I will send proper info.

 

Thank you so much for contacting us,
 

Kim & Monty Sansom

Silver Spur Trade Shows Inc.

PO Box 208, Ralls, TX 79357

806-253-1322 or cell 806-252-6933

FAX: 806-253-1368

i...@silverspurtradeshows.com

www.silverspurtradeshows.com <http://www.silverspurtradeshows.com/> 

 

Unless you try to do something

beyond what you have already

mastered, you will never grow!!

 

 

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From: Kerry Lowery 
To: i...@silverspurtradeshows.com
Sent: Mon, February 15, 2010 12:28:03 PM
Subject: Outdoor Expo

I was wondering if you could send me some info about setting up a booth at
the upcoming Outdoor Expo.

 

The Permian Basin Speleological Society (PBSS) and The Permian Basin Outing
Club (PBOC) have been in talks about sharing a small table at the expo.  All
we would need to do is set up an information booth with members present to
talk about and hand out some literature related to our clubs.  We would not
be selling or promoting any product.

 

Booth space, price, amount of people allowed in per booth, etc.

 

Thanks,

 

Kerry Lowery

klowe...@suddenlink.net

432-394-4230

 

 



GOE_appl.pdf
Description: Adobe PDF document


GOE_rules_regs.pdf
Description: Adobe PDF document


GOE_badges.pdf.pdf
Description: Adobe PDF document


GOE_benefits.pdf
Description: Adobe PDF document


vendor letter.pdf
Description: Adobe PDF document


Outdoors Expo floorplan.pdf
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[PBSS] FW: [SPAM]Expo info

[Kerry Lowery]

Below is the link for the trade show hosts.  I will try to contact them when
I have had more sleep and can comprehend what they tell me.

 

Kerrry

 

From: Kerry Lowery [mailto:kerrydlow...@cokecce.com] 
Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2010 5:03 AM
To: klowe...@suddenlink.net
Subject: [SPAM]Expo info

 

http://www.silverspurtradeshows.com/goeexpohome.html

 



 

 

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[PBSS] FW: [SPAM]

[Kerry Lowery]

Outdoor expo to be held in Midland at the Horseshoe Arena in May.

 

Just though I would throw this to the leadership and see if it was something
we would be interested in setting up a booth at.

 

Display, brochures, caving info in general.  Maybe get some leads and new
membership.

 

http://www.silverspurtradeshows.com/goeexpohome.html

 

Kerry

 

From: Kerry Lowery [mailto:kerrydlow...@cokecce.com] 
Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2010 6:39 AM
To: klowe...@suddenlink.net
Subject: [SPAM]

 

http://www.silverspurtradeshows.com/goeexpohome.html

 



 

 

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Re: [PBSS] Dec. Meeting and Christmas Party

[Kerry Lowery]

I will not be able to attend any of afore mentioned activities.  As much as I 
would like, just too many activities that weekend.

 

Y’all have fun

Kerry

 

From: pbss-boun...@caver.net [mailto:pbss-boun...@caver.net] On Behalf Of Bill 
Bentley
Sent: Thursday, December 03, 2009 6:44 PM
To: jlrbi...@sonoratx.net; p...@caver.net
Subject: Re: [PBSS] Dec. Meeting and Christmas Party

 

I plan to be at both the 12-8-09 meeting and at the 12-12-09 Xmas party at Ess 
Cave... But if it is colder than you know what... I am not gonna stay the night 
at Ess Cave.

 

 

Bill

 

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To: p...@caver.net 

Sent: Thursday, December 03, 2009 1:11 PM

Subject: [PBSS] Dec. Meeting and Christmas Party

 

All,

We have often dispensed with the regular December meeting (which would be the 
8th) and taken care of whatever business we have at the Christmas Party. 

 

However...

This year if I am not mistaken (and I could be, since I was not at the Nov. 
meeting) we have two Vice Pres candidates, Patrick Ray and Sharon Long. At 
least Sharon has not told me she does not want to be Vice Pres anymore, and 
since she is a member of both PBSS and NSS she certainly can be re-elected, 
regardless of where she lives.

 

If we have two candidates then we need to have an election at the Dec. meeting. 
Several members will not be at the Christmas Party at Ess (in fact, the only 
for sure attendees I know of are Barry & Donna, and me) so I do not think we 
can have a meeting as part of the Christmas Party.

 

I am sorry to take so long to raise this issue but December hit me across the 
face like a dead pink salmon and I am just regaining my balance.

 

Before I send out a regular meeting announcement for Tues the 8th at Murray's 
I'd appreciate any feedback. (I would look up the minutes from the last meeting 
in case I missed something but I am at work and don't have the minutes from the 
last meeting to hand).

 

Is anyone going to SWR in Albuquerque? Looks like I will be headed that way 
tomorrow am and would like to post an announcement before I leave. I will not 
have email after I leave home. I did, however, replace my phone, same #. 

 

Anyway, I'd appreciate input. Jacqui 

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RE: [Texascavers] cave rescue in the news

[Kerry Lowery]

He did not survive.  Tough on the family this Thanksgiving.

 

 

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,576968,00.html?test=latestnews

 

Kerry

 

 

From: David [mailto:dlocklea...@gmail.com] 
Sent: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 11:50 PM
To: Cavers Texas
Subject: [Texascavers] cave rescue in the news

 

http://www.nola.com/news/index.ssf/2009/11/spelunker_freed_after_19_hours.ht
ml 

Re: [PBSS] The November 2009 Issue of the Hole News

[Kerry Lowery]

Once again an excellent newsletter.  But, I believe the last picture, in the
description that should be Kerry's back.  It is my better side but not quite
as good as Bills.

 

Kerry

 

From: pbss-boun...@caver.net [mailto:pbss-boun...@caver.net] On Behalf Of
Bill Bentley
Sent: Sunday, November 22, 2009 1:43 AM
To: PBSS Mailing List; Texascavers Mailing List; New Mexico Mailing List;
sandiagro...@caver.net
Cc: Missouri mailing List
Subject: [PBSS] The November 2009 Issue of the Hole News

 

Greetings,

The November 2009 issue "Volume 24 # 11" of the Permian Basin Speleological 
Society's "The Hole News" is now on the web in Adobe PDF format.
This exciting issue can be found at the URL listed below:

 http://www.caver.net/pbss/holenews/pbss1109.pdf


And as always one can relive the past with back issues, they can be found at
the 
following URL:

 
http://www.caver.net/pbss/holenews.html

Kudos to Kel Thomas for his role as the editor of "The Hole News" Please 
be sure to send him material!

Enjoy and Cave Safely,

Bill 

 

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[PBSS] Deep pics

[Kerry Lowery]

Use as you see fit.

Others may appear on Facebook, or not depending on time.

 

Kerry

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[PBSS] Deep Pics

[Kerry Lowery]

Dustin and others,

 

Use as you see fit.

 

Kerry

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[PBSS] Tonites meeting

[Kerry Lowery]

I will not be able to attend this evenings meeting of the PBSS.

 

I am, on the other hand, planning on attending the trip to Deep in a couple
of weeks.

 

Please keep me informed as to the details of the trip and the happenings of
the meeting.

 

Thanks,

Kerry

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Re: [Texascavers] National Park fees - again

[Kerry Lowery]

http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/fish/programs/familyfish/ 



Pay the entance fee to any Texas State Park and fishing is free within 
the park boundareies.  At least through August of this year.  Of course 
caving is much better family activity.


Kerry


Sheryl Rieck wrote:


I would pay higher park user fees gladly if they made some allowance for low
income people.  I remember when I was a kid, fishing licenses were cheap.
We were not affluent people and my mom and dad could take us fishing without
a lot of cost.  But, these days, a fishing license is expensive for someone
who does not make much money.  I gladly pay the cost for one, but would
prefer that low income families get theirs at a very low or no cost.
Fishing is a great family activity and can help them by allowing them to
catch several days worth of dinner.  I have very fond memories of our many
fishing trips.

Sheryl

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From: Fritz Holt [mailto:fh...@townandcountryins.com] 
Sent: Tuesday, May 08, 2007 11:29 AM

To: Ted Samsel; texascavers@texascavers.com
Subject: RE: [Texascavers] National Park fees - again

Ted,
I agree with you that park user fees should be increased as it is still
a bargain for what they offer but think that some concession should be
made for those low income families who may be adversely affected. I just
don't have a plan that would not discriminate and would increase
available funds for maintenance and adequate pay for park employees who
are understaffed and probably underpaid. Low income and minority tax
paying citizens already seem to be the primary users of our state parks,
especially the parks nearest large metropolitan areas. The main problem
is obviously our elected legislature who do not allocate the fair amount
(all) of the tax dollars that are generated from taxes on fishing and
hunting that were originally put in place solely for this purpose. The
voting public should have EASIER access to how some of these legislators
vote on this funding and it should be more highly publicized by the
interested parties. Then we could send them a message.
Fritz 


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From: Ted Samsel [mailto:tbsam...@infionline.net] 
Sent: Monday, May 07, 2007 12:41 PM

To: texascavers@texascavers.com
Subject: Re: [Texascavers] National Park fees - again

Again, NPS has been the red-headed stepchild of the DOI for decades.
Funds have been cut as a matter of course no matter who is elected. It's
the left hind tit of the pork barrel. 


With that attitude, you might as well sink a few gas or oil wells in the
parks (if there's oil there..)

Ted

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From: David Locklear 
Sent: May 6, 2007 10:27 PM
To: texascavers@texascavers.com
Subject: [Texascavers] National Park fees - again

I know we talked about this a while back, but it is in the news
again.

It is my opinion, that "user fees" are a good idea for government
programs.

I am self-employed and I see how all the money comes in and goes
out of my business.It frustates me and probably others, that money
given to government programs is not always used efficiently.

I believe the private sector could run some of the parks better than
the government can.( Look at how commercial caves are managed
versus how a government cave is managed. )

It seems obvious that user fees should reflect inflation and the value
of the product.Look at stamps.Sometimes there is a rate
increase.Do you buy less stamps?

I like the idea of life-memberships, annual car passes, and anything
to make the customer happy.

I think most people know when they accept a government job, that they
are going to make less money than they are going to make working
for a oil corporation or bank, etc.But they should still be paid
   


fairly,
 


especially for their over-time.

So I can see why user fees need to increase.   ( Look at what it cost
to get into an up-scale nightclub in large cities on New Year's Eve.
   


It
 


is sometimes $ 1,000, and you will have to pass their test to
get in. )Or to park at a NBA championship?

In 2 or 3 Houston city parks, it cost money to park your car everyday,
except Sunday.   And the fines are steep.

It is also my opinion, that the cost of living has never been higher,
( and as hard on the poor ),
but also certain parts of our quality of life have greatly improved.

David

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