[Texascavers] Cave Shields

2010-01-17 Thread Tone G
I recall some years ago—I think in a show cave called Colossal Cave in Arizona—a tour guide mentioned that cave shields are somewhat rare. Since then, I seem to see them frequently enough. I am wondering if anyone has empirical data, or even an educated guess, that considers the rarity or

[Texascavers] Message Board

2007-08-10 Thread Tone G
There is a new message board for Texas cavers. http://texascaves.freeforums.org/ A friend of mine, Lee, set it up and invites one and all to use it. He goes by the name PaulVierulite.

[Texascavers] Seeking New Mexico Caver(s)

2007-07-19 Thread Tone G
Can anyone suggest a caver in New Mexico who might be able to show a friend and me some caves around the Lincoln National Forest next week? \Tone

Re: [Texascavers] Great article on the importance of bats in the DMN

2007-07-09 Thread Tone G
I see this was through an NSF 5-year grant. I am interested in learning more about grant writing, especially where concerning conservation. Can anyone suggest a starting point? \Tone On 7/9/07, mark.al...@l-3com.com mark.al...@l-3com.com wrote: Good morning, y'all! Just wanted to give you

Re: [Texascavers] Tone's adventure with bees

2007-06-19 Thread Tone G
It felt sort of like a hangover. Other than a few red dots and a bit of tenderness, I am back in action. Here's the Eddie Izzard clip, in case any of you were curious about the obscure reference. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xs-tl6GBOBo \Tone On 6/19/07, David Ochel li...@ochel.net wrote:

Re: [Texascavers] One for Winnie-the-Pooh

2007-06-18 Thread Tone G
://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Africanized_bee On 6/17/07, George Nincehelser geo...@nincehelser.com wrote: Any idea what caused the bees to be so grumpy? Could they have been Africanized? George On 6/17/07, Tone G tone.ga...@gmail.com wrote: One for Winnie-the-Pooh A True Caver Account by Tone Garot 2007 June

[Texascavers] One for Winnie-the-Pooh

2007-06-17 Thread Tone G
One for Winnie-the-Pooh A True Caver Account by Tone Garot 2007 June 17 I have come across some most interesting experiences when caving or doing caving related sports. Today was no exception. David Ochel, vertical practice leader for the UT Grotto, had contacted me several days ago to see if

[Texascavers] Changes

2007-06-15 Thread Tone G
As many of you know, I quit my job as a software developer on May 30th, 2007. I won't go into the details of this decision here. A major change of this type often fuels changes in one's future. So, after much deliberation, I have decided to begin the next chapter of my life in Tucson, Arizona. I

Re: [Texascavers] Donna Mosemann

2007-05-15 Thread Tone G
Wow! I just met Donna a few weeks ago at a TCC event. She's a super nice lady. My thoughts and wishes are with her. \Tone On 5/15/07, Walter Feaster wdfeas...@suddenlink.net wrote: I am relaying this information from Martha. Last Thursday May10th, Donna Mosesmann had to be taken to a

[Texascavers] Colorado Bend - Trip Report Pictures

2007-05-15 Thread Tone G
Abstract Last weekend was the last trip slated for the season for Colorado Bend State Park. This is a brief summary and a bunch of pictures. Trip Summary - I headed in Saturday morning with my neighbor, John T. - Jim Kennedy, Kevin Toepke, and I went to the Lower Chimniers' Delight

[Texascavers] Meeting Some Great Cavers

2007-04-15 Thread Tone G
I had the opportunity and pleasure to help out at the TCC Cave Day in Cedar Park yesterday. The weather was cool, but the wind made it downright cold. Fortunately, I had my winter coat. I met a lot of great cavers, some of whom you probably know. Mike Walsh headed the ceremonies and is a

[Texascavers] Seeking Justin Shaw

2007-04-12 Thread Tone G
Looking for Justin Shaw's contact info.

Re: [Texascavers] Colorado Bend SP Project

2007-04-09 Thread Tone G
Here are some pictures (feel free to use to promote caving, TSA, or Colorado Bend). http://www.garot.com/_April_ColoradoBend/ I really enjoyed the movie The Descent that night, not because it was a good movie, but rather because it was such a horrible movie. Jim Kennedy gave great commentary

[Texascavers] Trying to reach Rune Barnett

2007-04-03 Thread Tone G
Can someone send me Runes E-mail address?

[Texascavers] Test message; please ignore

2007-03-30 Thread Tone G
This is me testing directly from Gmail web interface.