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Caving Experience
Produced by Francesca Soans. Caving Experience explores the student experience of caving in Wind Cave in South Dakota. The video was shot and edited by a student team, all of whom were novices in caving. The video is part of a series documenting the research being conducted at Wind Cave National Park, exploring the formation of the cave and the extreme life it supports. Funded by NASA and the Iowa Space Grant Consortium, the project is a unique collaboration between the departments of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Biology, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Kinesiology and Athletic Training, and Communication and Media at the University of Northern Iowa.
Entered in the 2024 NSS Video Salon
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Crypt of the Mega Fauna
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Produced by Mike Sandone. In 2023 a large quantity of Ice Age megafauna fossils were discovered in a cave in Mexico. The cave, however, is full of challenges: a tight vertical entrance, deep water, and long crawls. This film documents the efforts of a small group of cavers led by Cave Biologist Dr. Luis Espinasa to retrieve the fossils with the assistance of an ROUV (Remotely Operated Underwate...
Emergence
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Produced by Marian McConnell. This multimedia presentation is a slide program based on the illustrations from the book I wrote called “Emergence”. The slide program is set to the music and song of the same name - “Emergence”. Entered in the 2024 NSS Multimedia Salon
Exploring Wind Cave
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Produced by Francesca Soans. Exploring Wind Cave explores different areas of the Wind Cave system in South Dakota. The video was shot and edited by a student team, all of whom were novices in caving. The video is part of a series documenting the research being conducted at Wind Cave National Park, exploring the formation of the cave and the extreme life it supports. Funded by NASA and the Iowa ...
Hunting for Zebras
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Produced by Francesca Soans. Hunting for Zebras explores unique rock formations in Wind Cave in South Dakota. The video was shot and edited by a student team, all of whom were novices in caving. The video is part of a series documenting the research being conducted at Wind Cave National Park, exploring the formation of the cave and the extreme life it supports. Funded by NASA and the Iowa Space...
Lost River Journey
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Produced by Petr Simon Janicek. For the first time in history, 2 cave divers with a large support team were able to overcome the underground route, which no one has ever completed in this form before. This symbolically closed one chapter of Moravian Karst exploration history. This is a documentary about the age-old desire to discover, underground and friendship. Our aim wasn't solely to focus o...
Really Dangerous Cave Rescue Newscast
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Produced by Jeff Jablonski & Craig Ferguson. NCRC encounters the local mock Press Corp during a mock cave rescue training exercise. The mock Press Corp showed up unannounced simulating actual news coverage of a cave rescue event. Mock cave rescue participants were caught unaware and had to react appropriately. Entered in the 2024 NSS Video Salon
The Survey & Exploration of Smith Hollow Cave
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Produced by Kelly Smallwood. This video was a special presentation for the Tennessee Cave Survey. It is the survey and exploration of Smith Hollow Cave by Jason Hardy and Kelly Smallwood. Entered in the 2024 NSS Video Salon
NSS 2023 Video Salon Show
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The 2023 NSS Video Salon Show was presented on Thursday night at the 2023 NSS Convention in Elkins, WV. The Video Salon Show includes and opener, short 2 minute clips from all the entries, and the the winners for the Video Salon. (The first version of this program has 242 views)
NSS 2023 Luminary - Dave Bunnell
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DAVE BUNNELL NSS 14760/RL/FE/OS Dave got his start caving as an undergrad at the Univ. of Delaware, where the outing club offered trips to PA caves. Soon he was going to WV, got into vertical caving, and visited both Hellhole and Schoolhouse. He attended UVA in Charlottesville, getting his PhD in psychophysiology. There he met Ron Simmons and caved a lot WV, especially in the Friars Hole System...
Wrestling With Rocks
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By Bruce Fries - This program won an Honorable Mention in the 2022 NSS Multimedia Salon. Slideshow of various methods of moving rocks during surface and in-cave digs in Greenbrier County, West Virginia set to the song Crumblin' Down by John Mellencamp.
The First 1000 Feet
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By Chuck Sutherland. This program won a Merit Award in the 2022 NSS Multimedia Salon. An unofficial music video for Those Who Ride With Giants song by The Tired Road to Hope & Peace.
Symphony of Light
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This program won Best of Show in the 2022 NSS Multimedia Salon. The program is by Chuck Sutherland. An unofficial music video for the song Hearing by the band Sleeping at Last.
2023 Photo Salon Awards
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2023 Photo Salon Awards
NSS 2023 Luminary - Annette Engel
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2023 NSS Luminary: Annette Engel, NSS #31319 RL, FE, JM, SC. Annette's scientific career has been guided by serendipity. At 12 years old, away at summer camp at Carter Caves State Resort Park in KY, she was captivated by biology professor Dr. Horton Hobbs III of Wittenberg University, and knew she wanted to be a biology professor. As an undergrad, she roamed the eastern US with Dr. Hobbs, resea...
NSS 2023 Luminary George Dasher
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NSS 2023 Luminary George Dasher
NSS 2022 Video Salon Show
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NSS 2022 Video Salon Show
How Shelta Cave and the National Speleological Society Found Each Other
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How Shelta Cave and the National Speleological Society Found Each Other
Russell Trall Neville - “The Cave Man”
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Russell Trall Neville - “The Cave Man”
The Longest Cave in Pennsylvania (Sara Furnace Cave)
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The Longest Cave in Pennsylvania (Sara Furnace Cave)
Exploring Schoharie Cave using an ROV
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Exploring Schoharie Cave using an ROV
Dark Discoveries - Finding Caves in the Dominican Republic
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Dark Discoveries - Finding Caves in the Dominican Republic
Speleo Rodeo 2022
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Speleo Rodeo 2022
Preservation, Restoration, and Repair
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Preservation, Restoration, and Repair
Luminary David Springhetti
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Luminary David Springhetti
Luminary John Scheltens
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Luminary John Scheltens
Luminary Stan Sides
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Luminary Stan Sides
Luminary John Mylroie
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Luminary John Mylroie
Luminary Ed Yarbrough
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Luminary Ed Yarbrough
NSS 2023 Pre-Convention Video for 2022
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NSS 2023 Pre-Convention Video for 2022

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @KM-gf8oy
    @KM-gf8oy 2 дні тому

    Why all the stupid music we can't hear what the cavers are saying

  • @xyomga
    @xyomga 13 днів тому

    Just seen a video where somebody died because they held their breath on the assent in this cave

  • @GailChasin
    @GailChasin 16 днів тому

    I think the world of you ❤

  • @jcee2259
    @jcee2259 18 днів тому

    Before joining the National Speleological Society my primary hard copy source were French publications. My first caving am,p was donated by mushroom growers. .

  • @FLUXRAKER
    @FLUXRAKER Місяць тому

    Is this waterfall on the same road as the old homestead inn

  • @GailChasin
    @GailChasin Місяць тому

    This was brilliantly done! I never saw this if I did, I forgot, but I won’t forget now. The talk you gave was stellar. So proud of you.

  • @Mr.XJ.96
    @Mr.XJ.96 2 місяці тому

    How do I join or come along on a mapping trip? I'm a few miles away and I'd love to join the Tiny Team I'm a small guy.

  • @user-xo2oh1vz1g
    @user-xo2oh1vz1g 2 місяці тому

    Gogogo

  • @contentfilter6277
    @contentfilter6277 2 місяці тому

    I’ve done rock climbing before so I was interested in how to start. Thank you for the informative video!

  • @majorgeneral5935
    @majorgeneral5935 2 місяці тому

    Im amazed at what y’all were able to do here…. At the first when you mention Mules…. I assumed Kawasaki Mules 🤦‍♂️😂😂 Thanks so much for sharing this amazing adventure.

  • @majorgeneral5935
    @majorgeneral5935 2 місяці тому

    This will see LOTS of visits in near future. Matt’s podcast will create lots of interest. I think this cave should have been named, Satans Anus 😂

  • @flowermaze___
    @flowermaze___ 2 місяці тому

    Where can we watch this? It's 2024 & this was released years ago - can't find any links online to see / stream/ buy / download...

  • @WolfWerner-ip9bj
    @WolfWerner-ip9bj 2 місяці тому

    Im Video wurde von einer Rettungsaktion von einem der Hoehlenforscher berichtet, was war passiert ? Wie lief das ab ?

    • @giso79
      @giso79 21 день тому

      such mal nach "Rettungsaktion in der Riesending-Schachthöhle" gibt einen Wiki eintrag dazu oder such mal nach dem Film "Riesending - Jede Stunde zählt".

    • @berndrohlfs7397
      @berndrohlfs7397 6 днів тому

      de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rettungsaktion_in_der_Riesending-Schachth%C3%B6hle

  • @shawncosmos5431
    @shawncosmos5431 2 місяці тому

    Charming place..

  • @BruceWayne-mb4hk
    @BruceWayne-mb4hk 2 місяці тому

    Dan’s cave and Sawmill sink are nice finds even without scuba gear.

  • @MyBentFrameAdventures
    @MyBentFrameAdventures 2 місяці тому

    It was an honor for Shaun and I to be a part of this survey. I learned a tremendous amount of information giving me an even deeper respect for caves and caving. Profound gratitude from the both of us! Well done guys! Can’t wait until this one is framed and on my wall!❤

    • @tag_caver
      @tag_caver 2 місяці тому

      As always, we appreciate your help and a big thank you as well <3 Jason is going to get copies printed this week.

  • @lindaarchinal9008
    @lindaarchinal9008 2 місяці тому

    Well done Kelly and your merry band of adventurers! What great cave!

  • @janetmillsrice
    @janetmillsrice 2 місяці тому

    Y'all are SO BRAVE! thank you for sharing!

  • @SpencerWhetstone
    @SpencerWhetstone 2 місяці тому

    Great work. Imagine the challenges of filming underground with no light except for that which you bring. I didn’t know flashbulbs were still a thing.

  • @streamzxx
    @streamzxx 2 місяці тому

    Which cave is this.? Thanks for sharing! 😊

  • @zingarassong7531
    @zingarassong7531 3 місяці тому

    Wow!!! That was fascinating!!!! Great video you guys!

  • @breadfan9
    @breadfan9 3 місяці тому

    Here becuase Of Cave Hobbies

  • @paulw9516
    @paulw9516 3 місяці тому

    The biggest problem with CO2 is that it binds with the red blood cells extremely easy. It's just how gas exchange works inside of your body. But add extra to the air that you are breathing and its lights out for you. It does not take much to get to the dangerous area...

  • @miapdx503
    @miapdx503 4 місяці тому

    This is so 70s man...what in thee el ess dee is going on here! 😂 great music btw🌹😘🤣

  • @hemlock4519
    @hemlock4519 4 місяці тому

    The looks on the faces during the “one more dive” pep talk say most had their curiosity well met already.

  • @jacehardin7828
    @jacehardin7828 4 місяці тому

    Like if here from divetalk!

  • @MDDLFNGRS
    @MDDLFNGRS 4 місяці тому

    Here because of Dive Talk

  • @chloeew4627
    @chloeew4627 4 місяці тому

    Fairy tales are cool 😊

  • @longrider42
    @longrider42 5 місяців тому

    You could set up a dozen solar stills, and have all the fresh water you could use. The US Navy even developed a inflatable still for lifeboats. Its pretty easy actually.

  • @troyus111
    @troyus111 5 місяців тому

    42:50 that’s Jim Ridgwell in orange at the top of the rope!

  • @Boobashoob
    @Boobashoob 5 місяців тому

    How long do those PEDICAP respiratory CO2 monitors last outside of the bag? Are they still functional?

    • @SCPVIDEOPRODUCTION
      @SCPVIDEOPRODUCTION 3 місяці тому

      I looked it up and the manufacturer states it’s good for 2 hours. But you know it probably does much longer they always claim less.

  • @stfu7423
    @stfu7423 6 місяців тому

    what is guano

  • @jefo2405
    @jefo2405 6 місяців тому

    Es ist nicht so geglückt das man den sprechertext selber (also ohne professionellen übersetzer) vom deutschen auf englisch übersetzt hat, da gibt es jetzt recht viele sonderbare ausdrücke die deutsch sind aber auf englisch nicht richtig funktionieren, sowie einige grammatische fragwürdigkeiten. Als beispiel, "überall" bedeutet auf englisch nicht "overall" sonder "everywhere". Mal umgedreht bedeutet das englische "overall" ausser dem kleidungsstück auch "gesamt" oder "im grossen und ganzen", aber halt nicht "überall". 'Falsche freunde' wie man solche direktübersetzungsfehler im linguistischen nennt, sind bei der übersetzung von deutsch auf englisch ein sehr grosses problem und die meissten deutschen sind sich dessen nicht bewusst. Durch schlechte übersetzung verlieren deutsche dokumentarfilme an attraktionskraft im ausland und viel von dem was man versucht auszudrücken geht komplett verloren. Auch den namen der höhle in diesem falle ins englische zu übersetzen und dann in gekürtzter form, wie in deutsch schon manches mal üblich, weiter im sprechertext zu benutzen ergiebt für englischsprachige keinen sinn. Mehrere male ist von "the thing" die rede ohne den kontext das damit der name der höhle gemeint ist und der text wirkt dadurch sehr dilettantisch. Das ist als hätte man im deutschen sprechertext erzählt "Das seil haben die kletterer in diesem dingsbums da unten liegen lassen!" ungefähr so versteht das ein englischer zuschauer. Das ist schon recht fürchterlich übersetzt. P.S. Wurde da gerade wanderweg in "wanderwalk" oder "wonderwalk" übersetzt? Die korrekte übersetzung währe "trail" oder "hiking path". Und [fels-] nase ist nicht kontextlos "nose" denn das ist die nase im gesicht. Passend währe da "rocky outcrop". Es geht langsam eher in richtung ungewollte komik als in richtung informativ. Ein gewisses gefühl des fremdschämens setzt leider ein. Tip: Google Translate übersetzt recht solide und man hätte sich bei dessen benutzung 80-90% der fehler sparen können. Katastrofal das sowas von ZDF/Arte kommt... Eine deutsche version habe ich jetzt nicht gefunden, die hätte etwas mehr spass gemacht. Natürlich en faszinierender dokumentarfilm ansonsten.

  • @TOPDAWGSUAT562
    @TOPDAWGSUAT562 6 місяців тому

    I came across a pin 📌 i had to look up what it was and now im intrigued 😊

  • @deanwiseman7125
    @deanwiseman7125 6 місяців тому

    My Bric5 just arrived, and I'm so very, very ready to go get some data!

  • @giabella9344
    @giabella9344 7 місяців тому

    I have to go here before I die

  • @Illsky9
    @Illsky9 7 місяців тому

    This is truly a remarkable video, that cave has to be the wildest cave I have ever seen!! Even though it's terrifying looking, I am still drawn to wanting to experience that cave.

  • @bobeden5027
    @bobeden5027 7 місяців тому

    what is the water temperature?

  • @bobeden5027
    @bobeden5027 7 місяців тому

    I swam in the underground lake back in 95, bloody freezing, but so invigorating.

  • @stlchuckhd
    @stlchuckhd 7 місяців тому

    Hazel, Just watching this presentation (almost three years after your presentation. We are fortunate to have your background and I appreciate the time and effort you put into it. (I've been watching this channel from the first video chronologically). It's unfortunate that some still refuse to trust those that put time and effort into their career. In my career, there was always learning and improvement. Data driven decisions most always are better than emotional driven decisions.... I'm not sure if you presented on this topic in the future from the date this was posted. I did watch the previous presentation you did... Thank you

  • @cygnus-x1516
    @cygnus-x1516 7 місяців тому

    Doug Medville was my Group Leader & Department Head at The MITRE Corporation. I remember when he turned 55, he said, "We hit our 401k goal. My wife & I are going to retire and spend the rest of our lives ...caving." A man of great enthusiasm for Life. It was an honor to work for him, meet his daughter, and see what he has accomplished since retiring a decade earlier than most. A highly intelligent and curious human being, physically tough, caring, and one that has left legacies in myriad areas of expertise. When they speak of people that are, 'outliers,' Doug Melville is one such person. I would not be surprised to see him one-day competing in the Centenarian Decathlon. Great job, Doug. You've made the world a better place. Best, to Hazel & Susan.

  • @knxghtro
    @knxghtro 7 місяців тому

    So they are testing the resistance of bat shit. Sounds like crucial data.

  • @artbykoza
    @artbykoza 7 місяців тому

    I really really want to find people in my area that know about caving. I would love to do this so bad

    • @JadyGrudd
      @JadyGrudd 4 місяці тому

      I just found a cave a coupla miles from where I live... I've never set foot in a cave before, but I'm goin in. I'm researching now and gonna start looking for a group nearby so I can do it without killing myself.

  • @dogpatch75
    @dogpatch75 8 місяців тому

    Fascinating update (for me). Did a lot of caving in the VA/WV area back in the day (1970's-early '80's). Caving in those days with our old-timey (sometimes sketchy) NSS Guidebook maps, could be quite a challenge. Fortunately back then, most caves were wide open, largely unvandalized, and most land owners welcomed visitors displaying a NSS patch on their coveralls. One of our all-time best trips was visiting Newberry-Banes for the challenge presented in the old guidebook of entering Newberry, finding the connection, and exiting Banes. With all the pre-rigging and gear retrieval required, it made for an incredibly long but very interesting day! Glad to see younger generations still pushing the limits of cave exploration through the NSS. Looks like connections to Buddy Penley and Banes Spring will someday be found. We have visited both of those caves as well.

  • @JDS042
    @JDS042 8 місяців тому

    This is so inspiring!

    • @michael-girard
      @michael-girard 2 місяці тому

      Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it. Keep an eye out for Mike's latest video that premiers at the NSS convention this year.

  • @markmcmillan443
    @markmcmillan443 8 місяців тому

    Great Presentation on Wonder Cave ! I was able to view Wonder Cave in the early 1970s. I don't remember much about it as i was young. My mom was raised in the Monteagle Assembley and my dad always talked about the cave. Dad told me that the National Geographic Society did documentation on Wonder Cave, and they explored further than anybody had sometime in the 1970s early 1980. My dad was part of the National Geographic Society at the time, as he was in the military, and said lots of photos were made of the areas they explored. They stayed a week in the cave. Dad was not allowed to keep any of the photos or documentation. Just curious if anyone has seen this documentation or any of the photos.

  • @lawrencegray6414
    @lawrencegray6414 8 місяців тому

    Fascinating a shame its not developed it could bring tourism and dollars to the community.

  • @PenTheMighty
    @PenTheMighty 8 місяців тому

    This...this is amazing. Thank you youtube rabbit hole.

  • @stlchuckhd
    @stlchuckhd 8 місяців тому

    Way cool presentation! Thorough!

  • @andreannegoudreault5846
    @andreannegoudreault5846 8 місяців тому

    How dare you guys not show us the Shangri-La system that you went 80 times to ???