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Small pewter caver inside a small geode. Geodes are approximately 3 inches. Typical geodes shown. Each geode will vary and contains 1 caver. About 2 inches.
By by Veronica Chiarini and Jo De Waele, with illustrations by Veronica Chiarini. This 135-pages book, printed in color and in English, is dedicated to the geology of caves accompanied by photographs of more than 40 international cave photographers and original illustrations. It is a small manual that aims to guide the reader in observing caves with a different eye, through pictures, drawings, captions and short stories.
The guide tells us that caves and their infillings are like "pages torn from a book", and that a fantastic story can be hidden behind every detail. The targets of the volume are everyone interested in the geology of caves, from speleologists, to scientists and students. The text is revelatory but scientifically correct and updated at the latest frontiers of karstological research.
Author Martin Broen, Foreword by Alex Mustard, Introduction by Paul Nicklen
Ten Best Photography Books of 2024, Smithsonian Magazine
An immersive journey into a natural wonder--the underwater caves and cenotes of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, a destination very few divers have ever reached.
Shining a light into the "Underworld" (Xibalba, as the Maya called this sacred place), these stunning images from cave diver and award-winning photographer Martin Broen transport us into a secret and fascinating world accessed from cenotes, water-filled gateways to an infinite labyrinth of tunnels that create the longest underwater cave systems on the planet.
Over multiple expeditions and utilizing groundbreaking diving and photographic techniques, Broen has captured more than 250 different cenotes, their caves, and the dramatic secrets that lie within them, bringing photographs from his explorations back to the surface. Paired with images of startling otherworldly beauty, Broen's engaging text guides readers through the unique features of the Yucatan cenotes: from dramatic sinkhole entrances to decorated underwater caverns filled with rainbow colors; from ancient time capsules that document the fossil record to the critical environmental role that cenotes play today.
With contributions from Alex Mustard and Paul Nicklen based on their own diving experiences, this volume beckons divers, cavers and armchair explorers into a uniquely dangerous yet beautiful and essential underwater world.
When small-town farmer and spelunking enthusiast Floyd Collins became trapped in a southern Kentucky cave in early 1925, the sensationalism and hysteria of the rescue attempt generated America's first true media spectacle, making Collins's story one of the most prominent of the century. The crowds that gathered outside Sand Cave turned the rescue site into a carnival. Collins's plight was front-page news throughout the country, hourly bulletins interrupted radio programs, and Congress recessed to hear the latest word.
With a new foreword by Tina Landau, bookwriter and director of the musical Floyd Collins, as well as a new afterword by Roger W. Brucker, Trapped! is a tense adventure and a brilliant historical re-creation of the past--a tale as enthralling today as it was when the event took place over one hundred years ago.
Robert K. Murray (1922-2019) was professor of history at Pennsylvania State University for more than three decades as well as a senior fellow in the university's Institute for the Arts and Humanities. His work includes The Harding Era: Warren G. Harding and His Administration, The 103rd Ballot: Democrats and the Disaster in Madison Square Garden, and the coauthored book Greatness in the White House: Rating the Presidents--From George Washington through Ronald Reagan.
Roger W. Brucker is a lifelong cave explorer and cofounder of the Cave Research Foundation. He is coauthor of several books, including The Longest Cave with Richard A. Watson, and is also author of Grand, Gloomy, and Peculiar: Stephen Bishop at Mammoth Cave and Mama Says, Don't Cave: Ergor's Unbelievable Cave Stories (under the pseudonym Ergor Rubric). 358 Pages, Trade Paperback.
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An eye-opening look at the 1925 news story of Kentuckian Floyd Collins, trapped in a cave near Cave City.... Both a fine historical investigative piece and a compelling read.
~Kentucky Monthly
The tension and confusion of the days of rescue attempts are made real.... The abysmally tragic efforts to capitalize on an exhibition of the cave explorer's body is not omitted.
~The Augusta Chronicle
Trapped! puts into context the importance of exploration and the role of media in accurately reporting on the accidents that can happen in original exploration.... [It] illustrates the spirit of one man's curiosity, resilience, and deep commitment to humankind's drive for expanded horizons.
~C. William Steele, international cave explorer and author of Huautla: Thirty Years in One of the World's Deepest Caves
Out of print, USED BOOK. 1991. Edited by by Michael Ray Taylor. Published by Urs Widmer of Speleo Projects. A standard setting book and a classic in cave photography literature. Clean copy.
450 pieces assemble to a five inch tall fully equiped caver. Caving suit and helmet mounted lights are among the authentic details. Excellent information about caving even though the box has "spelunker" label.
Following a number of avoidable caving incidents, the NSS Vertical Training Commission ("VTC") was chartered, in 2021. VTC's curriculum is designed to help interested individuals obtain the appropriate and sufficient competencies, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills needed to be safe while vertical caving with single-rope techniques. These materials are used in conjuction with a training program that provides hands-on experience while being accessible, attainable, and understandable to a diverse range of cavers. Also available in convenient lay flat spiral bound format.
VTC is based on a train-the-trainers model. Students who master the curriculum may later attend a trainer course, designed to prepare competent and active cavers to safely teach others at the grotto level.
This is the first edition of the student materials for the Level 1 Curriculum, "Basic Vertical Techniques."
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.
Men's Sock Size 10-13 (Adult Large fits mens 8-12, womens 10-12 shoe sizes) or Women's Sock Size 9-11 (Adult Medium fits mens 5-10, womens 5-10 shoe sizes). Fantastic bats on a purple sock.
* 85% Peruvian Cotton, 10% Nylon, 5% Spandex
* Attention getting design - Guaranteed to start a conversation
* Up your Sock Game with these fun socks! Unisex
* High quality fabric that will not rip or tear - Very Comfortable
Speleo Projects features a selection of wild and touristic caves from around the world. The 12 monthly pages provide a glimpse into the caves of Brazil, France, Spain, Slovenia, Thailand, USA and Israel. Featured Photographers: • Philippe Crochet FR, France • Kevin Downey US, United States • Martyn Farr UK, United Kingdom • Peter Gedei SI, Slovenia • Boaz Langford IL, Israel • Alfonso Ruiz Pérez ES, Spain • Iñigo Gómez de Segura ES, Spain • Rainer Straub DE, Germany Publisher: Speleo Projects Format: 11 3/4'' x 17 1/4''
Gone Caving is a card game for 2-6 people in which players of all ages explore a cave. Earn points for discovering passages, observing animals, and finding incredible geological formations. Overcome challenges by squeezing through tight passages or being prepared for an impending emergency. A hand of the game plays quickly, but the game is best played for several rounds.
A portion of the proceeds will go to the National Speleological Society (NSS) to support cave preservation and education.
Soft, baby safe construction. No plastic beans, whiskers, glitter or sequins. Stitched eyes and noses. Made from 100% recycled plastic bottles. 13 inch wingspan.
SPAR - Expedition and Small Party Rescue Manual. 600 pages double spiral bound. More than 1000 illustrations and photographs. The skills and techniques presented in this manual have also been referred to as Small Party Self Rescue, or simply, Self Rescue. The book covers a set of assessments, skills, and techniques that a small team of cavers can use to assist an injured member of their own party without the reliance or assistance from outside resources/teams. While written in the context of caving, these skills work in other environments. They are equally useful to mountaineers, rescue personnel, fire-rescue, rope access, arborists, and military/police personnel dealing with specialized situations where minimal gear, urgency, remoteness, and sub-optimal anchor situations exist. Topics addressed in the manual include: Expedition Planning, SPAR Decision Making, SPAR Medical Considerations, Climbing Systems, Alpine SRT Haul Systems, Small Party Patient Evacuation, Water Rescue Considerations, Contingency,Anchors And More...
3rd Edition, Version 2.2, 2022. Edited by Anmar Mirza. Including information on safe caving, the underground environment, cave rescue equipment, litter rigging, psychological considerations, cave search, cave rescue management, flooding considerations, small party rescue, patient care and communications.
Etched wood with adhesive backing. Plastic free. 2 1/2 inches. Hand crafted in Maine using maple veneer, these stickers are perfect on water bottles, laptops, and notebooks. You can even color them in with markers! Personalize your items with this sustainable sticker. Handwash only.
She hangs from the detailed branches with her wings spread wide, this cave dweller is a creature of the night. Due to their keen senses, bats symbolize intuition, dreams, and visions to many cultures. Bats are very nurturing, exhibit verbal communication, touching, and sensitivity to members of their group.
Due to their keen senses, bats symbolize intuition, dreams, and visions to many cultures. Bats are very nurturing, exhibit verbal communication, touching, and sensitivity to members of their group.
If you have an affinity with bats, these silhouette bat studs are just the thing to express your admiration for these night-loving cave dwellers. Due to their keen senses, bats symbolize intuition, dreams, and visions to many cultures. Bats are very nurturing, exhibit verbal communication, touching, and sensitivity to members of their group.
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.
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.
This plush toy is designed to intrigue and delight, bringing a touch of nature's mystery right into your hands. It's crafted with an appealing softness and features captivating glow-in-the-dark eyes, sparking curiosity about the nocturnal world. The unique hugger arms add an interactive twist, enabling this cuddly creature to cling to your arm, backpack, or even your favorite bookshelf. This friendly bat serves as an exciting tool for wildlife education and encourages curiosity about our natural environment. 8 inches.
