BYU Student Jumps into Adventure Jun 10, 2008
His month in New Zealand was packed with every activity imaginable: skydiving, bunji-jumping, white water rafting, kayaking, ice climbing, hiking, caving, and tubing. This trip ended up being much more than a physical adventure. (The Daily Universe, UT)
Caves offer variety of challenge Jun 9, 2008
Perceptions aside, caving can be safer than many other activities ... Some people have made caving out to be an extreme adventure, but it's really safer than a lot of activities on the surface, he said ... For the more serious caver, the National Speleological Society is active in studying and preserving caves, educating the public about caving and sponsors an annual convention for its more than 11,000 members that have a variety of backgrounds, said Stephanie Searles, operations manager. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Outdoor activities abound at Adventure Fest Jun 6, 2008
It was a list of places that you could go to do biking and hiking and caving. I thought, These are some fun things let s put it all in one place so they can just come and do it all. (Boerne Star, TX)
Outdoor club lists summer outings Jun 5, 2008
-- July 4-6 Caving in the Pryor Mountains and Little Mountain near Lovell, Wyo. Rocky Mountain Regional Caving convention. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Trapped caver between a rock and a hard place May 20, 2008
About 9am on Sunday a rescue team chanced upon Mr McDonnell's caving pack near the entrance to the crack ... They alerted rangers when they realised Mr McDonnell's camera equipment and his caving gear were missing. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Beyond the beach in Belize May 16, 2008
Go caving -- on a tube, on foot or in a canoe ... Go caving -- on a tube, on foot, or in a canoe. (CNN -- Travel)
Visit Mount Rushmore May 3, 2008
Both NPS units offer caving tours for all skill levels. With 140 miles of explored passageways, Jewel Cave ranks as second-longest in the world. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
At Virginia Tech, a daughter's memory spurs call to serve Apr 15, 2008
A year ago, Moore said, her house seemed to be caving in around her. The water heater broke, then part of the roof and the foundation started to collapse. (International Herald Tribune)
Post-delisting wolf kills begin (1585) Apr 12, 2008
oh by the way welcome to WYOMING. i am very proud of our governor and legislature for sticking to their guns and not caving in to the wacko enviros and greenies. " crazy horse wrote on Apr 4, 2008 11:26 AM:" Des - you are the complete and total idiot. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Troop 33 Scouts chill out on adventures Apr 2, 2008
They define adventure as snowshoeing, dog sledding, ice caving, eagle watching and hiking to frozen waterfalls. Boys and mountains of snow just naturally go together. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Springtime Adventures Apr 1, 2008
The cave also has an Introduction to Caving tour available for adults who wish to learn more about exploring caves on their own. The caving tour is $15 per person with five people touring the caves at a time. (The Daily Universe, UT)
Tracy Lee Chinery Feb 21, 2008
Tracy had recently taken an interest in caving with a group of school friends. Anything Tracy could do outdoors or with other people made him very happy. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Trail riders opposing user fees on Shawnee Feb 20, 2008
Scott said he is confident he can bring together support of the environmental groups Regional Association of Concerned Environmentalists and Shawnee Natural Area Guardians, rock climbing clubs, caving organizations and the Shawnee Trail Conservancy of horse campground owners ... Rock climbers at Jackson Falls are frustrated that the outhouse toilet provided there seems to be locked most of the time, horse riders are frustrated that a portable toilet at Circle B trailhead that should cost 800 a... (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
US avalanche deaths include 4 in Wyo. Feb 11, 2008
was doing work on a warehouse roof in Fargo, N.D., in early January when the roof began caving in. Authorities say Volk jumped from the roof and was buried in about seven feet of snow. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Africa the hard way| Feb 9, 2008
This little trip encompasses everything from whale watching to spelunking (caving), with ostriches and bungi jumping thrown in for good measure. For those who like it hot: Tropical Trek Duration: 24 days Highlights: Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls, Lusaka, Lake Malawi and Bazaruto. (iAfrica.com)
Jewel Cave National Monument to celebrate 100 years Jan 27, 2008
The caving parties led by the husband-and-wife team made more than 700 trips into the cave and logged 6,000 hours of exploring and mapping. Refreshments will be served after the program. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Twists in the tale Jan 21, 2008
With her world caving in around her, and actress Rowena Wallace firm in her decision to walk away from a top-rating show and a much-hated (and beloved) character, Australia's resident TV super-bitch Patricia Hamilton did the only thing women of her time and style did - she put on her best wistful expression and boarded a plane for South America, where she checked into one of those ubiquitous plastic surgery clinics in Rio de Janeiro. Presto, chango, kaboom - and she returns. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Billy Bowden will be under added pressure: ICC Jan 14, 2008
Dave Richardson, the ICC's general manager (cricket), said the decision to remove Bucknor from the Perth Test was not tantamount to the council caving in to the demands of the powerful Board of Control for Cricket in India, but was made to relieve the pressure on the Jamaican official. "Given the controversies surrounding this series, you could say there was a little extra pressure, but this is a clean slate now," Richardson said from Dubai. (Daily News & Analysis)
Young Explorers Jan 12, 2008
In addition to competing as a team against other Explorer groups from all across America, other activities include such fun activities as a backpacking challenge, a caving challenge, archery challenge, shooting challenge, a kayak experience, water basketball, Dutch oven cooking competition and many other events. Explorers is a school to careers program for young men and women of high school ages 14 to 20, according to the Web site. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
DeKalb teen in Troop 33 earns rank of Eagle Scout Jan 10, 2008
Warmer weather might find him attending camporees, Grant Pilgrimage at Galena, bicycling to Starved Rock or along the Elroy-Sparta Trail, paddling along the Kishwaukee or Wisconsin rivers or caving at Maquoketa. Heinsohn has attended summer camps at Camp Lowden near Oregon, Ill. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Into The Depths Of Calaveras Jan 8, 2008
The long, narrow tunnels connect to several chambers, some big enough to hold our entire caving party. One of the big hollows drips with white stalactites, created when minerals from falling water bond to the ceiling like an icicle. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Marshfield Pastimes -- Residents engage in do-it-yourself harbor dredging Jan 1, 2008
During the next 200 or more years, this waterway was extensively used, but in that time the wash of the meadows and the caving in of the banks caused the river bed to become filled in with sand; the river became shallow and was insufficient to care for the drainage of the meadows, which became flooded over in places. In the fall of 1810, a group of people who desired a shorter passage from the settlement of Green Harbor to the ocean than by the long journey thru the meadow to Duxbury Bay... (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Bang for your buck| Dec 7, 2007
Laos is studded with ancient temples and monasteries, and ecotourists are also in for a treat, with tremendous caving and kayaking opportunities in the country's large, unspoiled forests. READ MORE.. (iAfrica.com)
Hillary Drops Celine Dion Theme Song... Dec 5, 2007
Political Radar: 'You and I' No More. December 04, 2007 4:11 PM. (The Drudge Report)
Stienstra: Visiting Mayan remains Nov 30, 2007
Trip To A Sacred Site / Remnants of Mayan human sacrifices can still be seen in cave in Belize. " The adventure started with an hourlong drive past remote farms into the Tapir Mountain Reserve. Tapir look like a giant pig, about seven feet long and 600 pounds, with a shortened elephant-like snout. They are protected here. Jaguar also roam the jungle and are feared by the natives. We slipped our SUV into 4-wheel-drive and bumped along on dirt roads, mud puddles and through jungle until arriving... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Don't say iPod, say I love you Nov 28, 2007
But too many parents do exactly the opposite, child experts say, caving to their child's every request for clothes and electronics. In effect, they become complicit in suppressing their kid's self-regard. (Globe and Mail)
Trash packers: Team hauls litter left by illegals Nov 13, 2007
Doug Noble, chairman of Cochise County Cavers, a local caving group that hosted the event, said he is amazed by some of the items that are discarded. Finding the backpacks and food and shoes is expected. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Cuomo Sues Over Padded Home Values Nov 2, 2007
Andrew Cuomo is suing E-Appraise IT for caving in to the pressure from Washington Mutual to use proven appraisers who Cuomo claims inflated home appraisals. Mortgage lenders expanded sub-prime lending dramatically in 2005 and 2006. (R News)
Lakers begin season in cloud of uncertainty Oct 30, 2007
YES I've always been a glass-half-full guy, a person who looks for solutions instead of dwelling on problems and caving in when times get tough. Visit our news blogs at. (North County Times)
Ali: Pakistan at Sixty Oct 27, 2007
But instead of caving in and accepting a generous resignation settlement, the judge insisted on defending himself, triggering a remarkable movement in defence of an independent judiciary. This is surprising. (Zmag.org)
Year-round Southern Cave Tours Oct 22, 2007
5 hours, this granddaddy of the caving world, is located in SW corner of the state, near Bowling Green ... A variety of caving tours are offered, including one for a minimum of 10 people with a geologist. (Suite101.com)
* Koo Kwan-min says he has not `sold out Taiwan' Oct 19, 2007
Koo criticized the Fisheries Agency for caving in to Japanese pressure to reduce the number of new fishing boats. Koo said he would not ask President Chen Shui-bian () to help settle the matter, but did not rule out taking the case to the administrative court if the Fisheries Agency refuses to comply with the commission's ruling. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Weekend cave incident does not deter students Oct 18, 2007
Emergency responders requested the assistance of volunteer members of UT Grotto for their experience and expertise in caving ... "I learned a lot about how to do caving and how not to do caving," Baggerman said ... "I want to go caving again sometime, though I'll have someone who can guide me through it. It is risky. It's not for everybody. If you're considering it, I definitely suggest getting with UT Grotto and learning how to do it, and then going.". (The Daily Texan, TX)
Students rescued from cave Sunday Oct 15, 2007
Three UT students caving in Airman's Cave in South Austin went missing Saturday night before a team of civilians, Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services and firefighters found them Sunday evening. The students, identified as Jill Baggerman, a religious studies sophomore, Jeff Brown, a biology sophomore, and an anonymous, female third member, entered the narrow cave at about 11 a.m. Saturday and told friends to notify authorities if they did not come out by midnight. (The Daily Texan, TX)
Bucharest - Beyond the City Limits Oct 10, 2007
There are excellent opportunities for climbing, caving and gorge walking and in winter cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are increasingly popular activities. Hikers will discover peaceful trails through villages and forests, or more strenuous hikes through hills and mountain ranges where the wonderful scenery changes by the minute from rolling hills to alpine meadows filled with wild flowers. (Suite101.com)
Recreation heads underground in Missouri Sep 28, 2007
Cave enthusiasts usually take precautions to protect the life and natural formations they encounter in caves, but caving organizations didn't see a problem with efforts to transform manmade caverns into recreational facilities. "We try to teach people conservation. Don't hurt the cave and don't hurt yourself," said Bill Torode, librarian for the National Speleological Society based in Huntsville, Alabama. (CNN -- Travel)
Mother Nature's Underground Rock Star Sep 25, 2007
Apart from astronauts or people who go to deep oceans, caving is really the only thing that allows you to do that as a common person. . (CBS News -- Early Show)
Students spend night in canoe shelter Sep 13, 2007
The trip, which includes abseiling, cycling and caving, will continue with the approval of the student's parents. 2007 Brought to you by. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Tribune survey - what noises annoy you the most? Sep 4, 2007
people who complain wrote on Sep 4, 2007 12:40 AM:" people who complain about Pledge Of Allegiance and God in our schools, People who cry to remove the Ten Commandments from our buildings and to remove In God We Trust from our Money That noise bothers me the most. And what bothers me more is that we are caving in to the nonsense and forgetting what our country was founded on. By the way doese anyone know when we wil have to remove our flags. !Thats not going to happen at my house! ". Lvroflife... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Attorney General Gonzales Steps Down Aug 31, 2007
Sampson writes, "I am concerned that to execute this plan [firing seven U.S. attorneys simultaneously] properly, we must all be on the same page and be steeled to withstand any political upheaval that might result. If we start caving to complaining U.S. attorneys or Senators, then we shouldn't do it it'll be more trouble than it's worth.". Nov. 27, 2006: Gonzales attends an hourlong meeting to discuss the upcoming U.S. attorney dismissals. (Yahoo News -- Bush Administration)
STATE BUDGET BATTLE: WINNERS, LOSERS Aug 23, 2007
" Not so, says Barbara O'Connor, professor of political communication at Sacramento State University. "The governor is a winner. He can now move on to other legacy items he cares about: health care, a water deal, reapportionment of state legislative districts as a quid pro quo for term limits," she said. "If things had dragged on, that wouldn't have happened. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Not to put too fine a point on it, but the US has never been without a national public debt since it's inception. More... Aug 22, 2007
Ron wrote on Aug 21, 2007 7:45 AM:" So your a far left kooker, you know the type.. MoveOn.. DailyKos kool-aid drinker and as tough as it might seem to work within the Democratic Party system, it's still preferable than going the third party way. But is it really? In some ways, I think 2006 spoiled them. What should be seen as a decades-long process to build a majority in Congress became "instant gratification" in their unexpected takeover of Congress. But there are still plenty of bad, corrupt... (North County Times)
Don’t Fret Yet, DVR Users Aug 22, 2007
Kent Gibbons - Blog on Multichannel News. Multichannel News editor Kent Gibbons covers issues impacting pay TV providers, programmers and technology suppliers in his regular column. (Multichannel News)
On Palaces and Castles Aug 15, 2007
Cable said that same thing to ESPN several years ago before caving into fears of a subscriber revolt if it moved the very expensive, sports juggernaut to a sports tier. But times are different now. (Multichannel News)
Web Watcher: One person’s factory farm is another’s family farm Aug 12, 2007
We need a lot more politicians who quit caving in to the NIMBYs and the other groups that constantly try to stifle growth and tell others how they should conduct their affairs and business. PORK PRODUCERS MONEY WINS wrote: Threats of lawsuits by the pork industry win over common sense and the responsibility of the elected officials to protect the people. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
The Liberal Edge? Aug 6, 2007
Related Articlesby John Gizzi by Jed BabbinRepublicans Giuliani, Romney, Huckabee and Hunter stand tall while ABC s Stephanopoulos shows up CNN/YouTubeby Buzz Patterson by Jennifer Rubinby Pejman YousefzadehThe newest efforts to politicize the judiciaryMore by This Authorby Sean P. TrendeIt is in this great country of America that every so often real justice can prevail by Sean P. TrendeFour new decisions Monday on subjects as diverse as free speech in schools, standing to sue, and the... (Human Events Online)
At least a few beasts in East Aug 5, 2007
The Detroit Pistons did 14 teams a huge favor by caving to the Cavaliers in last spring's Eastern Conference finals. That gave every team in the East some hope. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Summer on the slopes Jul 27, 2007
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has special Team Extreme Adventure Camps for middle- and high school kids complete with rock-climbing, caving and mountain biking, as well as plenty of organized fun for younger kids. Smugglers' Notch Resort is so confident that kids will love their activities that they promise a money back guarantee, if the kids don't have fun. (CNN -- Travel)
New Braunfels Offers Fun for All Ages Jul 3, 2007
For adults, there is music and wine, soft adventure rafting, golf, caving, fly-fishing and great shopping in the historic town and nearby Gruene. For kids, New Braunfels boasts a state-of-the-art children's museum, a mining sluice (where kids can keep what they find), and camps to teach fancy skateboarding, trick water skiing and motorcross. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Eagles soar: Three DeKalb teens journey to Scouting's top rank Jun 28, 2007
Kidd enjoyed caving at Twin Cave and Wyandotte Cave in Indiana, plus a special wild cave experience at Mammoth Cave National Park ... On another trip, Schaaf enjoyed touring museums in St. Louis, caving at Onondaga Cave and canoe trips on the Huzzah, Meremec, Gatineau and Missouri rivers. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Phillies blank Cards Jun 24, 2007
He sailed through the first two innings against the Phillies, allowing only a two-out single by Utley in the first, before caving in the third. Shane Victorino and Utley had RBI singles then Ryan Howard hit an RBI double off the base of the wall in right-center before Dobbs' sacrifice fly ended the string of hits. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Phillies 6, Cardinals 0 Jun 23, 2007
He sailed through the first two innings against the Phillies, allowing only a two-out single by Utley in the first, before caving in the third. "I know if I'm going good I can get the outs," Reyes said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Charlottesville in the summer Jun 16, 2007
Intramurals include everything from caving to martial arts. The deadline for intramural membership is today at 5:30 p.m., so those looking to join in should waste no time getting to the Aquatic ss Center. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Housing numbers differ Jun 7, 2007
Prices are not caving because MOST people don t need to sell. And if they are 100K or whatever behind, they are far better off giving the house back to the bank than selling, anyway. (The Palm Beach Post)
Sheehan: Letter to Democratic Congress May 30, 2007
Now, with Democrats in control of Congress, I have lost my optimistic naivet and have become cynically pessimistic as I see you all caving into "Mr. 28%". There is absolutely no sane or defensible reason for you to hand Bloody King George more money to condemn more of our brave, tired, and damaged soldiers and the people of Iraq to more death and carnage. (Zmag.org)
Head over heels for the underground May 27, 2007
But this weekend, he ll be doing more than a little caving at the 36th annual Speleofest, hosted by the Louisville Grotto at the Lone Star Reserve in Upton. Now the annual fundraiser for the Lone Star Preserve, Speleofest has become known as a premier caving festival in Kentucky ... Participants at Speleofest will find primitive camping, entertainment, karaoke, appetizers and vendors selling caving gear. (News Enterprise Online)
NYT REPORTER SLAMS WASH POST, CLINTON CAMPAIGN AFTER BOOK LEAK... May 26, 2007
she just screwed herself today by caving to Move On. org. (The Drudge Report)
Watching the world slide by May 23, 2007
And we ll take a look at popular activities in the state, such as caving. Missouri is known as the cave state and for good reason. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Journalism student enjoys outdoors, volunteering May 20, 2007
A few weeks after Elizabeth's return from Tennessee, she joined the Outing Club, a group of outdoor enthusiasts, on a trip to Fayette County to do a bit of caving. The very things that would make others distraught, like the bats, spiders, mud and cold, is exactly what made Elizabeth enjoy herself so much. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Gold Country's Dark Side May 20, 2007
Deep, dark side of Gold Country / New adventure joins caving options within Sierra foothills ... " In the interest of full disclosure, my girlfriend made it through this entire underground maze, while I took one look at the narrow "meat grinder" tunnel and bailed out through an access shaft. It's not a tour for the claustrophobic. For those in search of a combination of historical tour and medium adventure, the newest addition to the Calaveras caving conglomerate is the Gold Cliff Mine. From... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
GF&P votes to raise camping fees in Custer State Park May 11, 2007
Cmpr wrote on May 11, 2007 6:47 AM:" Well, who to turn to now? Thanks GFrtment for caving in to the constant whine-fest that we've all had to endure....they cried, you caved, now the patrons will be crying! Talk about shooting yourself in the foot! Then on to the private campground owners...instead of celebrating some sort of victory, because let's face it, your constant barrage of hissy-fits got GFaise their rates, instead you cry louder that it isn't enough!!!!! My solution....I'm camping at... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Underground wonder May 10, 2007
Always go caving with at least one other person. Carry a least two light sources. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
Cave manager apparent victim of a drowning accident May 3, 2007
Additionally, Burrell contacted caving experts with skills in diving, as well as many members of the caving community from around the state, several of whom happened to be in the Texas Hill Country for a retreat last weekend in Blanco County. A former mechanical engineer, Summers graduated from Spring Woods High School in Houston, and from the University of Texas at Austin. (Boerne Star, TX)
Family remembers soldier’s personality May 2, 2007
When he was in the Aegis program, he did their caving program, and one summer did Civil War camps. His parents explained that Billy was born in Harrison and grew up in Mount Sherman, in the house his family has lived in since 1984. (Bolivar Herald Free Press, MO)
Maddux is on the money and Dodgers pay the price Apr 29, 2007
Dodgers starter Brett Tomko dispatched the first 11 batters before caving in, surrendering four consecutive hits and three runs with two out in the fourth for all the support Maddux and two relievers required. Russell Martin did his best to spoil the finish for Padres closer Trevor Hoffman for a second night in a row, but his shot to left field was hauled in at the warning track by Terrmel Sledge to end the game. (Los Angeles Times)
