National Speleological Society


	Breaking News Join the NSS today and get a free book on caving techniques and safety. All new members are eligible to receive a FREE *Caving Basics* book through 2/28/2019. Just join the NSS online, and when you receive your membership number, you will also receive a promo code you can use to order a free copy of Caving Basics from the NSS Bookstore. Don't wait until it's too late! This offer is only for people who have never been an NSS member. Join here: https://members.caves.org/ *Your December NSS News* is now available in your membership account at members.caves.org. Click on Quick Links, then NSS Publications. All issues can also be found in the Publications Archive. The September 2018 Issue (Vol 80, No 3) is now online!** Your JCKS can now be found at members.caves.org. All issues and individual articles can be found in the Publications Archive. BAT BALL 3 - NEW YEARS' PARTY It's a member appreciation party and HQ fundraiser! Dinner & dancing, souvenir cup, craft libations, and t-shirt! Camping, led cave trips, climbing course! Register now! The NSS has partnered with Expert Voice to bring Pro Deals to all NSS Members! Get discounts up to 40% on over 700 brands of outdoor-related equipment. For NSS members only. Go here for instructions on how to sign up. 2019 NSS Convention: Cookeville, TN June 17 - 21, 2019 The website will be expanding soon! Register NOW! Webinars and Luminary Talks Cave Safely, Cave Softly BSA Caving Policy and Training Newly revised requirements for taking Scouts underground, including trip leader qualification and expectations of the youth -- More webinars Chris Howes, an NSS Luminary Chris has been caving since 1968, and is a world-renowned cave photographer who specializes in black-and-white. He has written two books on photography, and resides in the United Kingdom. -- See all the NSS Luminaries		CaveChat Caving Forum The Virtual Cave Guide to Responsible Caving Caving Safety & Techniques