texascavers Digest 31 Mar 2011 15:28:05 -0000 Issue 1281 Topics (messages 17490 through 17512):
AMCS archives
17490 by: Mixon Bill
Refreshments
17491 by: Fritz Holt
Weather report for Ft. Clark Springs
17492 by: Joe Ranzau
17493 by: Mark.Alman.L-3com.com
17494 by: Stefan Creaser
Re: New freshwater shrimp species discovered at Great Basin National Park :
17495 by: Louise Power
Re: Archives
17496 by: Corky
link to TSA Spring Convention Program
17497 by: ellie :)
17498 by: ellie :)
17499 by: Mallory Mayeux
Bat flight at Fort Clark Springs!
17500 by: Joe Ranzau
17501 by: Don Arburn
17502 by: Joe Ranzau
April 20th: Best of Karst - Dr. Hazel Barton
17503 by: caverarch
TSA Convention at Ft. Clark Springs
17504 by: Mark.Alman.L-3com.com
17505 by: tbsamsel.verizon.net
17509 by: Gill Edigar
17510 by: Fritz Holt
17511 by: Mark.Alman.L-3com.com
17512 by: Preston Forsythe
Driving Advice to Convention
17506 by: Denise P
17507 by: Ron R
17508 by: tbsamsel.verizon.net
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--- Begin Message --- I suppose I ought to also invite people to contribute material on Mexican caves to the archives of the Association for Mexican Cave Studies.The catalogs of the AMCS "library" are on its web site at http://www.amcs-pubs.org/library/contents.html . The library comprises series of periodicals received in exchange and books large enough to shelve. The archives consist of disks and paper items that are being placed in storage cases or file folders and cataloged slowly. A lot of the things currently cataloged are related to the preparation of AMCS publications (original manuscripts, original maps, photographs, etc.), but there are a lot of other miscellaneous things such as articles from other publications (originals or photocopies), printouts from web sites, maps, etc. It includes three boxes of material donated by James Reddell and one box from William Russell.So far, I have cataloged about 300 disks and 3000 paper items in the archives. As of now, these catalogs consist of long RTF files. I'm not sure what good it would do to put that on the web, because people would only be able to download the whole thing and search it with whatever rudimentary "find" command is in their word-processing program. It would be nice if someone could come up with a way that a web user could display only a list of the items meeting some Google- like search criterion. The extraction could be done either at the server or in the user's browser. Anybody with ideas how this can be done, please contact me. Meanwhile I will think about putting the RTF files on the AMCS web site for whatever that's worth.Anyway, looks like I've got another couple thousand items to sort out and catalog, and of course the AMCS will be happy to keep any additional material warm and dry and eventually catalog it, too. And if anybody wants to help dig up additional things for the archives, for example by searching my library for Mexico material that should be photocopied and filed, welcome. -- Bill Mixon---------------------------------------- Never play leapfrog with a unicorn. ---------------------------------------- You may "reply" to the address this message came from, but for long-term use, save: Personal: bmi...@alumni.uchicago.edu AMCS: edi...@amcs-pubs.org or sa...@amcs-pubs.org
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--- Begin Message ---Thank you, Diana. Some of us who like Icees were wondering since there had been no mention of Dave's Cave Saloon. :) Fritz Holt Town & Country Insurance Agency 10575 Katy Freeway, Suite 150 Houston, Texas 77024 713-461-8979 713-464-2674 Fax Thank you for doing business with Town & Country Insurance. ** June through November our agency may become prohibited from binding coverage should a "Tropical Disturbance" enter the Gulf of Mexico or Caribbean Sea. In these cases we will be unable to bind coverage previously quoted until the storm leaves our area and our writing authority has been restored.** Coverage cannot be bound or altered using voice mail or e-mail without verification by a licensed representative.
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--- Begin Message ---Convention is almost here! Was a lovely 54 degrees this morning at dawn. Currently in the mid 60's at noon. Should warm up for excellent swimming weather this weekend! I got here way early for unrelated meetings. Make sure not to mow down old folks in their golf carts with your speleomobiles! Joe
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--- Begin Message ---Who you calling an "old folk", Joe, and where the h*** did I park that golf cart?! Thanks for the update. Mark -----Original Message----- From: Joe Ranzau [mailto:jran...@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 11:47 AM To: texascavers@texascavers.com Subject: [Texascavers] Weather report for Ft. Clark Springs Convention is almost here! Was a lovely 54 degrees this morning at dawn. Currently in the mid 60's at noon. Should warm up for excellent swimming weather this weekend! I got here way early for unrelated meetings. Make sure not to mow down old folks in their golf carts with your speleomobiles! Joe --------------------------------------------------------------------- Visit our website: http://texascavers.com To unsubscribe, e-mail: texascavers-unsubscr...@texascavers.com For additional commands, e-mail: texascavers-h...@texascavers.com
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--- Begin Message ---He was talking about *his* golf cart Mark... :-) Stefan ________________________________________ From: mark.al...@l-3com.com [mark.al...@l-3com.com] Sent: 30 March 2011 12:53 To: Joe Ranzau; texascavers@texascavers.com Subject: RE: [Texascavers] Weather report for Ft. Clark Springs Who you calling an "old folk", Joe, and where the h*** did I park that golf cart?! Thanks for the update. Mark -----Original Message----- From: Joe Ranzau [mailto:jran...@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 11:47 AM To: texascavers@texascavers.com Subject: [Texascavers] Weather report for Ft. Clark Springs Convention is almost here! Was a lovely 54 degrees this morning at dawn. Currently in the mid 60's at noon. Should warm up for excellent swimming weather this weekend! I got here way early for unrelated meetings. Make sure not to mow down old folks in their golf carts with your speleomobiles! Joe --------------------------------------------------------------------- Visit our website: http://texascavers.com To unsubscribe, e-mail: texascavers-unsubscr...@texascavers.com For additional commands, e-mail: texascavers-h...@texascavers.com --------------------------------------------------------------------- Visit our website: http://texascavers.com To unsubscribe, e-mail: texascavers-unsubscr...@texascavers.com For additional commands, e-mail: texascavers-h...@texascavers.com -- IMPORTANT NOTICE: The contents of this email and any attachments are confidential and may also be privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender immediately and do not disclose the contents to any other person, use it for any purpose, or store or copy the information in any medium. Thank you.
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--- Begin Message ---Well, the first thing they got wrong is that Great Basin National Park is in Nevada, not Utah. It is close to the Utah line, but entirely in the state of Nevada. It does not straddle the state line. As a matter of fact, Wheeler Peak, the highest peak in the range, is the highest peak totally within the state of Nevada. From: jerryat...@aol.com List-Post: texascavers@texascavers.com Date: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 05:23:54 -0400 To: Texascavers@texascavers.com Subject: [Texascavers] New freshwater shrimp species discovered at Great Basin National Park : New freshwater shrimp species discovered at Great Basin National Park THE ASSOCIATED PRESS First Posted: March 29, 2011 - 7:30 am Last Updated: March 29, 2011 - 7:30 am GREAT BASIN NATIONAL PARK, Utah — A new species of freshwater shrimp has been discovered in a cave at Great Basin National Park. The Deseret News reports the White Pine amphipod was discovered at the bottom of a deep cave in the park, which straddles the Utah-Nevada border. Also known as freshwater shrimp, the amphipod genus is eyeless, white and lives in underground waterways. The amphipod joins other species endemic to the caves of Great Basin National Park, including rare millipedes and scorpions. Tod Williams, the park's acting superintendent, says the discovery supports the need to protect fragile habitats to learn more about the species. http://www.therepublic.com/view/story/4746706b8be84ee58c0c70ddb4ba19a9/UT--Shrimp-Species/#
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--- Begin Message --- I rather liked the cave data of any "kink". It leaves room for interpretation. ;)On 3/30/2011 11:10 AM, tbsam...@verizon.net wrote:Shouldn't that be "Las Moras Springs"? Mar 30, 2011 10:41:28 AM, ronra...@austin.rr.com wrote: Cavers, I will be collecting material from folks to place in the TSS, TSA and TCMA archives during the Spring Convention. If you have notes, photos, maps, cave data of any kink, official meeting notes from your previous job as an officer in any Texas cave organization or just have stuff you want to go to a good home, this is your chance to painlessly pass it on to the archives. See you at Fort Clark springs. Ron Ralph Texas Speleological Survey--------------------------------------------------------------------- Visit our website: http://texascavers.com To unsubscribe, e-mail: texascavers-unsubscr...@texascavers.com For additional commands, e-mail: texascavers-h...@texascavers.com
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--- Begin Message ---Here is a link to TSA Spring Convention Program: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0BzP7GaKdftjDNDI1MzEyOWYtM2M0MC00ZTVmLWExZDMtODk0MGFjYWNiYTU5&hl=en
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--- Begin Message ---of course it doesnt work! I will get out new link tomorrow. On 3/30/11, ellie :) <ellie.tho...@gmail.com> wrote: > Here is a link to TSA Spring Convention Program: > > https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0BzP7GaKdftjDNDI1MzEyOWYtM2M0MC00ZTVmLWExZDMtODk0MGFjYWNiYTU5&hl=en >
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--- Begin Message ---CORRECTION: Here is the updated link: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0BzP7GaKdftjDNDI1MzEyOWYtM2M0MC00ZTVmLWExZDMtODk0MGFjYWNiYTU5&hl=en&pli=1 On Wed, Mar 30, 2011 at 5:13 PM, ellie :) <ellie.tho...@gmail.com> wrote: > of course it doesnt work! I will get out new link tomorrow. > > On 3/30/11, ellie :) <ellie.tho...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Here is a link to TSA Spring Convention Program: > > > > > https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0BzP7GaKdftjDNDI1MzEyOWYtM2M0MC00ZTVmLWExZDMtODk0MGFjYWNiYTU5&hl=en > > > > --------------------------------------------------------------------- > Visit our website: http://texascavers.com > To unsubscribe, e-mail: texascavers-unsubscr...@texascavers.com > For additional commands, e-mail: texascavers-h...@texascavers.com > >
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--- Begin Message ---Great little bat flight down at the pool. Been watching several dozen bats get their dinner above the springs! Joe
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--- Begin Message ---So, you're saying we need repellant? Don's iPhone. On Mar 30, 2011, at 8:08 PM, Joe Ranzau <jran...@gmail.com> wrote: > Great little bat flight down at the pool. Been watching several dozen bats > get their dinner above the springs! > > > > Joe > --------------------------------------------------------------------- > Visit our website: http://texascavers.com > To unsubscribe, e-mail: texascavers-unsubscr...@texascavers.com > For additional commands, e-mail: texascavers-h...@texascavers.com >
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--- Begin Message ---Little cool for mozzies tonight... Moths! Lots of bats! Joe On Mar 30, 2011, at 8:38 PM, Don Arburn <donarb...@mac.com> wrote: > So, you're saying we need repellant? > > > Don's iPhone. > > On Mar 30, 2011, at 8:08 PM, Joe Ranzau <jran...@gmail.com> wrote: > >> Great little bat flight down at the pool. Been watching several dozen bats >> get their dinner above the springs! >> >> >> >> Joe >> --------------------------------------------------------------------- >> Visit our website: http://texascavers.com >> To unsubscribe, e-mail: texascavers-unsubscr...@texascavers.com >> For additional commands, e-mail: texascavers-h...@texascavers.com >> > > --------------------------------------------------------------------- > Visit our website: http://texascavers.com > To unsubscribe, e-mail: texascavers-unsubscr...@texascavers.com > For additional commands, e-mail: texascavers-h...@texascavers.com >
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--- Begin Message ---Coming (not so nearby) to the USF campus in the Tampa-St. Petersburg area on April 20th, in case there are any Texans in the vicinity: -----Original Message----- From: Johanna Kovarik To: tbagro...@yahoogroups.com; floridacav...@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wed, Mar 30, 2011 2:08 pm Subject: [FloridaCavers] University of South Florida: Best of Karst - Dr. Hazel Barton Hello Florida Cavers and TBAG Grotto, The University of South Florida Karst Research Group is holding another "Best of Karst" Event, this year with invited speaker Dr. Hazel Barton. We are still working out a few details, however I wanted to send out an early scheduling email so that you can plan to come, if possible! Events are also posted on the Karst Research Group Facebook group, feel free if you are on Facebook to search for the "Karst Research Group", join, and click on "events". Schedule as follows: Best of Karst Presentation - Dr. Hazel BartonWednesday, 20 April 2011 at 16:00CPH1023C (College of Public Health auditorium) on the University of South Florida campus "Rock Eating Microbes: The Reality of Biospeleogenesis" There will also be an informal dinner following with the KRG and Dr. Barton that all are welcome to attend. Caving Field Trip with Dr. Hazel BartonThursday, 21 April 2011 at 08:00Locations yet to be determined - feel free to email with suggestions and hosting offers! Best of Karst Evening Social - Dr. Hazel BartonHazel will give an informal presentation on White Nose Syndrome, followed by an evening social. Refreshments will be provided by the Karst Research Group.Friday, 22 April 2011 at 22:00A map and location information will be provided shortly - but it will be happening in Tampa. If you have any further questions, or for logistical questions (parking, etc.) feel free to send me an email. I will send out another email in a week or so with final details, although dates are firm. I hope to see you all there! cheers, Johanna KovarikPresident, Karst Research Group _ -----Original Message----- From: Johanna To: caverarch <cavera...@aol.com> Sent: Wed, Mar 30, 2011 7:04 pm Subject: Re: [FloridaCavers] University of South Florida: Best of Karst - Dr. Hazel Barton Hey Roger, Sure! That is absolutely fine. The more that can come, certainly the merrier! cheers, Johanna --- On Wed, 3/30/11, caverarch <cavera...@aol.com> wrote: From: caverarch <cavera...@aol.com> Subject: Re: [FloridaCavers] University of South Florida: Best of Karst - Dr. Hazel Barton To: List-Post: texascavers@texascavers.com Date: Wednesday, March 30, 2011, 4:46 PM Johanna, May I re-post this announcement to the Texas and Houston lists, or do you want to keep notice of this event in Florida? There are a few folks here that may be able to attend. (I'm sure we'd all be interested! I certainly am. I love Hazel's picture of dozens of petri dishes growing subterranean bacteria!) Sincerely, Roger Moore Greater Houston Grotto
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--- Begin Message ---Does anyone know the status of the Alamo Village, north of Bracketteville? They still have a website, www.alamovillage.com, but according to Wikipedia, the place is closed. As a HUGE John Wayne fan, I would like to check this movie location out, if possible. Also, for the sumptuous barbecue dinner Saturday night, courtesy of Stefan and the Caver Cooking Crew, be sure to bring your own utensils! Thanks! Mark
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--- Begin Message ---I think they will lease out for weddings, etc. Maybe a group marriage like the Moonies? Gill's ordained.T
Mar 31, 2011 08:23:56 AM, mark.al...@l-3com.com wrote:Does anyone know the status of the Alamo Village, north of Bracketteville?
They still have a website, www.alamovillage.com, but according to Wikipedia, the place is closed.
As a HUGE John Wayne fan, I would like to check this movie location out, if possible.
Also, for the sumptuous barbecue dinner Saturday night, courtesy of Stefan and the Caver Cooking Crew,
be sure to bring your own utensils!
Thanks!
Mark
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--- Begin Message ---There's a phone number on the home page where you can get up to date info. --Ediger On Thu, Mar 31, 2011 at 8:22 AM, <mark.al...@l-3com.com> wrote: > Does anyone know the status of the Alamo Village, >
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--- Begin Message ---Yes, it's been closed for about a year. No longer a tourist attraction. Fritz ________________________________ From: bgillegi...@gmail.com [mailto:bgillegi...@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Gill Edigar Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2011 8:57 AM To: mark.al...@l-3com.com Cc: texascavers@texascavers.com Subject: Re: [Texascavers] TSA Convention at Ft. Clark Springs There's a phone number on the home page where you can get up to date info. --Ediger On Thu, Mar 31, 2011 at 8:22 AM, <mark.al...@l-3com.com<mailto:mark.al...@l-3com.com>> wrote: Does anyone know the status of the Alamo Village,
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--- Begin Message ---Sadly, the line has been disconnected and the Alamo Village appears to be no more. 8^(> Mark From: bgillegi...@gmail.com [mailto:bgillegi...@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Gill Edigar Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2011 8:57 AM To: Alman, Mark @ SSG - WSG - EOS Cc: texascavers@texascavers.com Subject: Re: [Texascavers] TSA Convention at Ft. Clark Springs There's a phone number on the home page where you can get up to date info. --Ediger On Thu, Mar 31, 2011 at 8:22 AM, <mark.al...@l-3com.com> wrote: Does anyone know the status of the Alamo Village,
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--- Begin Message ---That '94 convention will live in history. The nite at the Alamo was a real highlite. I know Pete Strickland made a video that night. Ask him to step across the line and show you the video. If I had a 45 mpg vehicle we would be there this weekend. Preston in Outer Browder, KY ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----- Original Message ----- From: mark.al...@l-3com.com To: Gill Edigar Cc: texascavers@texascavers.com Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2011 10:23 AM Subject: RE: [Texascavers] TSA Convention at Ft. Clark Springs Sadly, the line has been disconnected and the Alamo Village appears to be no more. 8^(> Mark
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--- Begin Message ---Hey San Antonians, if we are going through SA on Friday evening around 6 (traffic!), what's the best way from Austin to get to 90 and head west to convention? Should we aim for before or traffic, and if so, what times are best? Thanks, Denise
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--- Begin Message ---google maps says it is only 20 extra miles to go 46 from New Braunfels to Boerne then over to Bandera and down 173 to 90 (at Hondo). It might be more relaxing than fighting your way thru SA traffic on Fri evening. On Thu, Mar 31, 2011 at 8:31 AM, Denise P <pepabe...@hotmail.com> wrote: > Hey San Antonians, if we are going through SA on Friday evening around 6 > (traffic!), what's the best way from Austin to get to 90 and head west to > convention? Should we aim for before or traffic, and if so, what times are > best? > > Thanks, > Denise > -- Ron Rutherford Microsoft SQL Server DBA/Developer
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--- Begin Message ---290 to Henly cutoff to Blanco see link.. scenic.. way I used to go see my folks in Bandera/Medina Lake..Hey San Antonians, if we are going through SA on Friday evening around 6 (traffic!), what's the best way from Austin to get to 90 and head west to convention? Should we aim for before or traffic, and if so, what times are best?
Thanks,
Denise
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