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OMG... it's an angel! 5 X 10 Wood Sign - Product Image

OMG... it's an angel! 5 X 10 Wood Sign

Field mouse looking up at bats flying at night on a5 by 10 inch wood sign. 

 

 
 Price: $9.95
Axolotl Pin - Product Image

Axolotl Pin

Enamel pin features 2 posts, rubber clasps. Axolotl are native to two lakes near Mexico City, but LOVE to live in rock caves in aquariums, and famously are cave dwellers in the game Minecraft.

 

 

 
 Price: $10.00
Axolotl Earrings - Product Image

Axolotl Earrings

0.5'' enamel earrings plated in 22k gold with stainless steel posts. Axolotl are native to two lakes near Mexico City, but LOVE to live in rock caves in aquariums, and famously are cave dwellers in the game Minecraft.

 

 

 
 Price: $15.00
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Axolotl Magnet

Crafted from top-notch PVC rubber, these magnetic wonders have stunning 3D elements for a pop of style on your fridge or locker. 2.3” tall x 2.5" wide . Axolotl are native to two lakes near Mexico City, but LOVE to live in rock caves in aquariums, and famously are cave dwellers in the game Minecraft.

 

 

 
 Price: $7.00
Axolotl Patch - Product Image

Axolotl Patch

4'' fuzzy plush embroidered patches with adhesive backing for easy application. Can also be sewn on. Axolotl are native to two lakes near Mexico City, but LOVE to live in rock caves in aquariums, and famously are cave dwellers in the game Minecraft.

 

 

 
 Price: $10.00
Bat Stocking Cap - Product Image

Bat Stocking Cap

The Junior Ranger Gear bat hat features a bat colony at sunset with a brightly colored pom pom. Double-layered rim. One size fits most children and adults. 
 
 Price: $16.00
Axolotl Sticker - Product Image

Axolotl Sticker

Premium all-weather vinyl sticker, perfect for indoor and outdoor use. Each sticker measures 4" on the longest side. Can also be sewn on. Axolotl are native to two lakes near Mexico City, but LOVE to live in rock caves in aquariums, and famously are cave dwellers in the game Minecraft.

 

 

 
 Price: $4.00
Mama Says, Don't Cave - Product Image

Mama Says, Don't Cave

 Ergor Rubreck (Roger Brucker) loves to make you laugh with his zany, unbelievable cave exploring short stories. Explorers will discover their own secret motives hidden from relatives. Ergor has selected his best 73 short stories of a total of 160 written over eleven years for caver newsletters. His ego tops his imagination, restricted only by his motto, "True if interesting." Worldwide adventures will thrill you, even his startling evidence of a paleo flat earth.

Ergor takes you to Iceland, Antarctica, Zanzibar, Italy, Canada, Netherlands, Panama (which he bypassed), China, India, and New York. Read these stories aloud with feeling to see your friends snort and hoot. This self-styled wonderful caver is never shy about accepting fees or certificates suitable for framing.

 
 Price: $18.99
Bats Lounge Pants - Product Image

Bats Lounge Pants

Wide elastic waistband provides a flexible yet snug fit. Wide leg openings with side pockets. The innovative material used to create each product is a specialized polyester blend that mimics the temperature of your body. It is light-weight, breathable, and provides all-day comfort while wearing. FABRIC: 90% Polyester 10% Spandex;Soft Knit Fabric. DURABLE: The Bats Lounge Pants are durable and are made to last. The high-quality images are sublimated onto the fabric so they won't crack, fade or peel over time. UNISEX STYLE FASHION: These lounge pants are designed for both women & men. Drawstring waist closure.
 
 Price: $29.95
Virginia Big-Eared Santa Bat Card - Product Image

Virginia Big-Eared Santa Bat Card

Sold in a set of 12 or individually.  Blank inside. 6 by 4 1/2 inches with envelopes. Original art by Marian McConnell using colored pencils.  Artist information on back of card.
 
 Price: $20.00
Rustic Metal Hanging Bat Garden Chime - Product Image

Rustic Metal Hanging Bat Garden Chime

Immerse yourself in the rustic charm of our Bat Magnet by Universal Ironworks Inc. This 4.5 by 4 inch bat, intricately cut from American-made steel, captures the uniqueness of their rusting process carried out in Prescott Arizona. Ideal for adding a touch of nature-inspired aesthetic to your space, it's more than just a magnet, it's a piece of art. Bead detail may vary.

 
 Price: $15.00
Bat in A Cave Socks (Adult Medium) - Product Image

Bat in A Cave Socks (Adult Medium)

Women Sock Size 9-11 (Adult Medium). Each pair is made from high quality cotton combined with stretch yarns for comfort and shape ensuring that each pair is held to the highest standards.
 
 Price: $10.00
Rustic Metal Hanging Bat Ornament - Product Image

Rustic Metal Hanging Bat Ornament

Experience the timeless charm of our Bat Hanging Ornament from Universal Ironworks Inc. This rustic metal piece is a perfect year-round addition to your home. This piece is individually rusted, offering a unique and authentic touch. Whether for a large scale project or a small custom design, this ornament enhances your space with a touch of ironworking gem. This 4.5 by 4 inch bat, intricately cut from American-made steel, captures the unique rusting process carried out in Prescott Arizona.

 
 Price: $7.00
Speleothems: A guide to speleothem form and identification - Product Image

Speleothems: A guide to speleothem form and identification

2024.  From Karst Waters Institute.   By William B White, Daniel H Doctor and Srah K Carmichael. 38 pp. 

INTRODUCING THE ULTIMATE FIELD GUIDE TO SPELEOTHEMS from the scientists of Karst Waters Institute.

Almost anyone who ever took a cave tour learned the difference between stalactites and stalagmites, but can you tell anthodites from helictites? Moon milk from pool fingers? Bacon from boxwork? Just as illustrated guides help visitors identify flora and fauna of the surface world, Speleothems: A guide to speleothem form and identification provides cave visitors with descriptions and images of over thirty types of natural mineral deposits found in caves. Written by the cave scientists William B. White, Daniel H. Doctor, and Sarah K. Carmichael, this new publication of Karst Waters Institute describes not only the appearance and names of various speleothems, but the chemical (and sometimes biological) processes that create them. It is perfect for your next cave visit. While commonly called "formations" on cave tours, the term "speleothem" was invented in 1952 to distinguish cave deposits from geological strata which are also called "formations." Readers will learn to classify a wide variety of speleothems by appearance, method of formation, and common geographic locations. Speleothems also provides sources for additional information as well as instruction on how to protect and preserve these rare and delicate cave features. Budding geologists and curious visitors alike will gain deeper understanding of the magnificent world below in this beautifully illustrated and informative handbook.

MEET THE AUTHORS

William B. White William B. "Will" White, a member of the KWI Board since the its formation, has published more than 400 papers on cave and karst research. He is a fellow of the AAAS, the Mineralogical Society of America, and the NSS and spent 40 years teaching geology on the Penn State faculty. Daniel H. Doctor Dan Doctor is a research geologist with the U.S. Geological Survey specializing in karst. His research interests include the hydrology and geochemistry of karst aquifers, assessment of sinkhole hazards, evolution of Appalachian karst landscapes, and paleoclimate records from karst areas. Sarah K. Carmichael Dr. Sarah Carmichael studies "tiny minerals that tell big stories" as a professor of Fluid-Rock Geochemistry and Biomineralogy at Appalachian State University. She became a National Geographic Explorer in 2018 and in 2022 was named one of the Explorers Club 50--fifty people changing the world. 

 
 Price: $17.99
Bat 100 Piece Shaped Jigsaw Puzzle - Product Image

Bat 100 Piece Shaped Jigsaw Puzzle

Delve into the mysterious nocturnal world with the Bat 100pc Shaped Puzzle. Showcasing a bat in full flight, with its wings dramatically spread, this puzzle captures the intricate details of its delicate wing membranes, furry body, and keen sense of direction. Every piece illuminates the fascinating anatomy and the haunting beauty of these night fliers. Made from environmentally responsible recycled puzzle board and stored in a 3.5" cube box, this puzzle is an exploration of the ethereal creatures of the night and their captivating flight patterns.

 
 Price: $8.99
Black or Blue Bat Eraser Cap - Product Image

Black or Blue Bat Eraser Cap

Fits over the end of a pencil.
 
 Price: $0.50
Rustic Metal Hanging Bat Magnet - Product Image

Rustic Metal Hanging Bat Magnet

Immerse yourself in the rustic charm of our Bat Magnet by Universal Ironworks Inc. This 4-inch magnet, intricately cut from American-made steel, captures the uniqueness of their rusting process carried out in Prescott Arizona. Ideal for adding a touch of nature-inspired aesthetic to your space, it's more than just a magnet, it's a piece of art.

 
 Price: $7.00
Interpretive Bats Canvas Zipper Pouch - Product Image

Interpretive Bats Canvas Zipper Pouch

A 10 by 7 x 2 1/2 guesseted and lined canvas zipper pouch. Full color bats in flight featuring detailed drawings of five different species on both sides of the pouch.

 
 Price: $10.00
Interpretive Night Time Bat Shopper Tote - Product Image

Interpretive Night Time Bat Shopper Tote

A large 15 by 17 inch canvas bat tote with a five inch gussetted bottom and sturdy handles.   Full color bats in flight featuring detailed drawings of five different species on both sides of the tote.

 
 Price: $16.95
Interpretive Bats Tea Towel - Product Image

Interpretive Bats Tea Towel

A 17 by 27 inch 110% cotton tea towel. Full color bats in flight featuring detailed drawings of five different species. This would also make a nice wall hanging.
 
 Price: $12.50
Malaysian Cave Bibliography (up to 2023) BHB 89 - Product Image

Malaysian Cave Bibliography (up to 2023) BHB 89

Liz Price, 247 pp.; Berlin 2024.
This bibliography covers the whole of Malaysia, i.e. Peninsula, Sabah and Sarawak, and contains almost 6200 entries on Malaysian caves and karst, dating from the 1700s to 2023. In addition there is an extensive newspaper biblio covering 1953–2023. Other pages provide an introduction to Malaysian caves and history, and there is a map and glossary. An invaluable reference work for anyone interested in limestone caves and karst, archaeology, conservation, flora and fauna, geomorphology, geology, hydrology, history etc., as well as for the sporting caver who wants to learn more about Malaysian caves.
 
 Price: $25.00
Mindanao 2014-2023 (Expeditions to the Sultan Kudarat Province, Philippines) BHB 88 - Product Image

Mindanao 2014-2023 (Expeditions to the Sultan Kudarat Province, Philippines) BHB 88

Nancy Pistole (Editor). 82 pp., many cave descriptions, cave surveys and maps; Berlin 2024. This volume summarizes the 2014-2023 expeditions of Philippine and US cavers to the Kulaman Plateau in Sultan Kudarat Povince, SW Mindanao). Thirty km of passages in 150 caves were documented, 56 cave maps were finished so far and are included in this volume.
 
 Price: $25.00
The Cave Electrician's Widow - The Tragedy at Howe Cavers & Dramatic Courtroom Fight for Justice - Product Image

The Cave Electrician's Widow - The Tragedy at Howe Cavers & Dramatic Courtroom Fight for Justice

“Has anybody ever died down there?”

–Yes, and this is that story.

World-famous since the mid-1800s, Howe’s Cave had been modernized for visitors in 1927-29 with an elevator entrance, clean paths, and electric lights.  A grand reopening on Decoration Day, 1929 made Howe Caverns, Inc. one of upstate New York’s most popular tourist destinations.

Less than a year later, two of the new corporation’s employees died in the cave under baffling circumstances in the early morning hours of April 24, 1930. They collapsed near the postcard-worthy formation the Bell of Moscow.

At 5 a.m. that same morning, 7½ tons of dynamite knocked 60,000 tons of limestone from the hillside at the old cement quarry, just southeast of the cave. Had fumes from the blast found their way through the maze of caverns’ passages and killed the men more than a half-mile away? Or had it loosened dangerous gases lurking in the cave for eons?

This is the untold story of that tragedy: the rescue attempts, the investigation and coroner’s report, and finally, the legal recourse sought by the widows of the two men. Much of the story is told in vivid, first-hand accounts taken from court records of one of the cases.  The testimony—by rescuers, cave experts, quarrymen, explosives engineers, doctors, and chemists under the dueling questioning of the widow’s attorney and his adversary —unravels the mystery of who was responsible and illuminates unfamiliar avenues of the dark, remarkable cave. How will the jury decide?

The Cave Electrician’s Widow:The Tragedy at Howe Caverns & Courtroom Battle for Justiceis part David vs. Goliath; part mystery, part courtroom drama, part travelogue through the fascinating underground realm of the caverns, and much more.

Includes more than 20 photos and maps to recreate for readers the entire tableau of the 1930 tragedy – both above and below ground.

 
 Price: $28.00
The Petting Zoo Scoopz Bat - Product Image

The Petting Zoo Scoopz Bat

The Petting Zoo Scoopz Bat. 12 Inch wingspan.
 
 Price: $10.95
Mini Bat Finger Puppet - Product Image

Mini Bat Finger Puppet

    Pollinate your imagination as you reach new heights with the playful Folkmanis Mini Bat finger puppet. Recommended for ages 3+. 10" Wingspan.
 
 Price: $12.99
New Zealand Karst  A voyage across limestone landscapes into the subterranean realm of caves - Product Image

New Zealand Karst A voyage across limestone landscapes into the subterranean realm of caves

By Max Wisshak and Stefanie Tisshak. New Zealand Karst is a high-quality coffee-table book put together in close collaboration between Max and his wife Stefanie. The book is aimed equally at a readership interested in natural science and at friends of skilful nature photography. Accompanied by a foreword contributed by renowned karst researcher Paul W. Williams, the lavishly designed 256-page work guides you through the diverse aspects of New Zealand karst landscapes and caves.

 

This book takes you on a visual journey across sublime karst scenery and into the subterranean wilderness of New Zealand caves. Accompanied by popular scientific texts, stunning images lead you from the sculptured limestone pavements of the alpine marble karst to the grassland and jungle karst of the foothills, onwards into the twilight zone and deeper into the caves. It explores the diversity of peculiar features and creatures of the underground, ventures back into the light of cave ruins, and concludes with karst-related Maori rock art.

Learn about the life cycle of the endemic glowworm and the critically endangered Nelson cave spider. Explore the majesty of cave minerals forming speleothems of all types. Discover the many roles water plays in shaping karst and understand the vulnerability of these geotopes and biotopes. New Zealand Karst reveals how you can appreciate karst as a phenomenon where geological, biological, and archaeological beauty all come together in harmony.

In addition to the standard edition, this coffee-table book is also available as a limited special edition in a solid and elegant slipcase.

 

 
 Price: $88.00
Silicone Black And White Bats Coaster - Product Image

Silicone Black And White Bats Coaster

4 inches.  These are a custom design for us using fabric we provided from our collection of bat fabrics.  These heavy, durable silicone multi-puropse coasters can be used to hold plants. candles, kitchen sponges, wine bottles, soap bottles, coffee cups, cold beverages or candy...to list just a few options.
 
 Price: $9.00
Silicone Black And White Non Slip 7 1/2 Inch Trivet/Pot Holder - Product Image

Silicone Black And White Non Slip 7 1/2 Inch Trivet/Pot Holder

These are a custom design for us using fabric we provided from our collection of bat fabrics.  Dishwasher safe.  Heat resistant to 600 degrees F. Good to protect furniture for hot pots, mixing bowls, casserole dishes and more.
 
 Price: $16.00
Silicone Black And White Non Slip Jar Opener - Product Image

Silicone Black And White Non Slip Jar Opener

6 inches.  These are a custom design for us using fabric we provided from our collection of bat fabrics.  Easy gripping surface for stubborn tight lids.  Sticks toany smooth surface for easy storage. Dishwasher safe.  Can also be used on a car dash for cell phones.
 
 Price: $9.00
Silicone Green And Yellow Bats Coaster - Product Image

Silicone Green And Yellow Bats Coaster

4 inches.  These are a custom design for us using fabric we provided from our collection of bat fabrics.  These heavy, durable silicone multi-puropse coasters can be used to hold plants. candles, kitchen sponges, wine bottles, soap bottles, coffee cups, cold beverages or candy...to list just a few options.
 
 Price: $9.00
Silicone Green And Yellow Non Slip Jar Opener - Product Image

Silicone Green And Yellow Non Slip Jar Opener

6 inches.  These are a custom design for us using fabric we provided from our collection of bat fabrics.  Easy gripping surface for stubborn tight lids.  Sticks toany smooth surface for easy storage. Dishwasher safe.  Can also be used on a car dash for cell phones.
 
 Price: $9.00
Silicone Green And Yellow Non Slip 7 1/2 Inch Trivet/Pot Holder - Product Image

Silicone Green And Yellow Non Slip 7 1/2 Inch Trivet/Pot Holder

These are a custom design for us using fabric we provided from our collection of bat fabrics.  Dishwasher safe.  Heat resistant to 600 degrees F. Good to protect furniture for hot pots, mixing bowls, casserole dishes and more.
 
 Price: $16.00
Wish I Was Caving Long Sleeve Shirt - Product Image

Wish I Was Caving Long Sleeve Shirt

The return of one our all time favorite caver shirts, with a fresh new design. Back printed design with a small crawling caver logo on the front. On a Guildan 100% cotton sapphire tee.

 
 Price: $22.00
Interior Bat Flight With Caver On Rope Soup Mug - Product Image

Interior Bat Flight With Caver On Rope Soup Mug

A flight of bat fills this oversized, heavy 18 ounce ceramic mug with a satin black finsih.
 
 Price: $19.00
Atlas of the Great Caaves and the Karst of Southeast Asia (3rd edition) BHB 85-86 - Product Image

Atlas of the Great Caaves and the Karst of Southeast Asia (3rd edition) BHB 85-86

36 pp., hundreds of cave descriptions, cave surveys and maps; Berlin 2023.
The “Yellow Pages” on caving in SE Asia. Each country is presented in detail including topographic and karst occurrence maps as well as a description of the geological settings, the history of speleological exploration, a detailed list of the longest and deepest caves (incl. surveys), a list of useful addresses and an in–depth bibliography. Hundreds of cave surveys and cave descriptions. Some countries also have other relevant thematic maps. Vol. 85: Introduction & Brunei to Malaysia (168 p.). Vol. 86: Myanmar to Vietnam (167 p.). In English. German and French abstracts.
 
 Price: $50.00
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Discriminator

Paul Saxon, a geology professor, is warned of a pending apocalypse -- political divisiveness is creating social collapse. Who will die and how will they die? Paul sees it as the Quick Death in the immediate panic, then the Big Death as supplies run out, then the Slow Death as the survivors struggle to see the next day. Paul purchases a cave property in western Alabama, outfitting the cave to be a secret, hidden refuge. Away on business in Atlanta, riots break out and Paul flees to northwestern Georgia. The rest of his family barely makes it to the safety of the Alabama cave as the President declares martial law and the southern states close their borders. Paul stumbles onto a refuge that has taken a different approach. He becomes the Discriminator, deciding who is let in and who is sent away. Hundreds of miles distant, his family is discovered and must flee. Where can safety be found, how can they get there, and will anyone help them? pb, 234 pp.

John Mylroie is Professor Emeritus of Geology at Mississippi State University. After childhood in rural upstate New York, he attended Syracuse University, graduating in 1971 with a Zoology degree Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa, and also lettering on the soccer team. He met Joan Saxon, a fellow Zoology major and Phi Beta Kappa, in Chemistry lecture his freshman year; they were married in 1970. Draft number 69 in the first draft lottery sent John to the Navy for a year as a sonar technician. While subsequently working in the electronics laboratory of the Biology Department at SUNY Albany, John decided to turn his sporting interest in caves into a career. He entered the Geology PhD program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1974, graduating in 1977 and taking a faculty position at Murray State University where Joan earned a MSc in microbiology and taught as an instructor.John and Joan decided to start a family in 1981, and by November 1983 had three sons, the latter two appearing as undiagnosed identical twins (surprise!). With five mouths to feed, John took the Department Head position in the Geology and Geography Department (now Geosciences) at Mississippi State University in 1985. Joan later became a Geography instructor. He continued his island cave research program, often taking the entire family into the field. The National Speleological Society awarded John their Science Award for his work on island caves in 2000, and the Honorary Member award, the society's highest award, for lifetime contributions to cave science in 2008. Joan and John have completed field work in 25 countries, and they have published hundreds of professional papers, reports, field guides, and articles. Their work on islands across the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans, as well as the Caribbean and Mediterranean Seas, has given them insight into how peoples and cultures interact with the environment in remote settings.After a career of writing factual material in scientific literature, John decided it was time to make things up and write fiction. He has written books in the science fiction, fantasy, mystery, and spy thriller genres.

 
 Price: $15.99

  
Speleobooks 1973-2026, 53 years of bat and cave books

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