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- | Cerberus have re-opened Larkshall to members and guests on a very limited basis with effect from 1st October 2020. | + | Dear Southern Cavers, |
- | All Government legislation | + | Well it looks like there may be light at the end of the lockdown tunnel as the vaccination programme proceeds at pace and warmer weather is on the way. I know we have all been frustrated with most of us stranded above ground for the best part of a year, but I am sure we can look forward to greater flexibility to get underground |
- | Larkshall | + | The crisis |
- | All users must book through [[hostelbookings@cerberusspeleo.org.uk]] or contact | + | CSCC is not in the business of deciding |
- | CSS Hostel Warden\\ | + | All the best, and hope to see you underground before much longer, |
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+ | 24th Feb 2021 | ||
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- | Owing to COVID19, there will not be an event held in the Hunters for 2020 for the presentation of the Silver Shovel for Mendip and Scotland finds, but we don’t want the finds since 1st November 2019 to 31st October 2020 to go unrewarded and unnoticed! | + | |
- | Our plan is to create a short video for release on the 21st November announcing the winner and celebrating this year’s digging efforts in what can only be described as unusual times. | + | === From Charterhouse Caving Company Ltd === |
- | We would like to include some footage or photos/text or short powerpoint presentation including | + | "The site of the reported rockfall in GB near the waterfall climb in Main Chamber has been checked. There has been a recent fall of mud, gravel and smallish boulders on the left (when viewed facing downstream) of the waterfall climb, near the bottom. The wall above the last part of the climb (the big steps) appears as it did before, but should be considered loose due to the recent fall. The top part is calcited but might be subject |
- | As per usual, the deadline is 31st October to send details | + | This waterfall has been formed on a major vertical structural fault (see Ford, D.C., 1964. On the Geomorphic History |
- | More details of the release will follow nearer the main event... | + | Graham Mullan\\ |
+ | Secretary\\ | ||
+ | Charterhouse Caving Company Ltd\\ | ||
+ | [[secretary@charterhouse-caving-company.ltd.uk]]\\ | ||
+ | 8th Feb 2021 | ||
- | Estelle Sandford\\ | + | [[news: |
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+ | Dear Southern Cavers, | ||
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+ | As all of you are now no doubt aware the UK is now in the throws of the third national lockdown and this places severe restrictions on our hobby. I would draw your attention to the statement made by the CNCC a few days ago (reproduced below), which provides some excellent advice and is applicable down south as it is up north. The CNCC advice reads; | ||
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+ | //"The third national lockdown is upon and this sees a return of the Government message to 'Stay Home, Protect the NHS, Save Lives' as the country tries to stop the spread of the virus and prevent our hospitals from being overwhelmed. As with the March 2020 lockdown, leaving home is now only permitted for a limited number of reasons.// | ||
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+ | //Some of you will be wondering about provisions for exercise, potentially including caving, during lockdown. | ||
+ | The restrictions include provisions for exercise during lockdown to help people maintain fitness and to support wellbeing. However, this exercise must only be taken alone, with your household/ bubble, or with one other person, and it must be in your immediate local area (defined as your village, town or part of the city in which you live).// | ||
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+ | //For the vast majority of us, who either prefer to cave with a group of friends, or would need to travel away from our immediate local area to go caving, this means venturing underground is sadly off the cards for the duration of this lockdown. Instead, we advise that the next several weeks provide a much better opportunity to repair oversuits, clean equipment and plan your summer adventures instead.// | ||
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+ | //For the small number of people who live on the doorstep of our caves and are intent on visiting them as part of your exercise, we urge you to respect the restrictions on who you can exercise with, and to ensure your exercise regime is low risk and well within your capabilities.// | ||
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+ | //We can't wait to bring you better news over the coming months and to see a return to caving in our region very soon."// | ||
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+ | As before it is up to the individual to decide whether or not it is possible for them to cave, but in addition to the following CNCC advice please be aware of the potential impression you may be making on landowners and local residents. We rely upon their goodwill for continued access and it would be terrible if the actions of a few result in reduced access once national restrictions start to be lifted. | ||
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+ | Ed Waters (CSCC Chairman)\\ | ||
+ | 9th Jan 2021 | ||
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+ | Dear Southern Cavers, | ||
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+ | As most all of you will be aware, the government announced on Saturday that new lockdown measures will be introduced from Thursday 5th November in an attempt to control the ongoing COVID 19 pandemic. The details of these measures can be found at [[https:// | ||
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+ | One of the issues as regards caving is that you can only leave home for specific purposes, one of which being; | ||
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+ | **"to exercise outdoors or visit an outdoor public place - with the people you live with, with your support bubble or, when on your own, with 1 person from another" | ||
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+ | If caving is considered to provide a form of " | ||
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+ | * **“You should avoid travelling in or out of your local area, and you should look to reduce the number of journeys you make.”** | ||
+ | * **“you can and should still travel for a number of reasons, including … exercise, if you need to make a short journey to do so.”** | ||
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+ | Further points to consider are that some landowners may not feel comfortable in allowing cavers onto their land during lockdown. In these cases please be understanding and respect their wishes. The Council of Southern Caving Clubs (CSCC) will try to maintain a list of lockdown access arrangements, | ||
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+ | A rescue during the lockdown would be a major issue for Mendip Cave Rescue (MCR). Whilst they will remain ready to come to the aid of anyone in need underground, | ||
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+ | We cannot advise you whether your trip, if you intend to cave, falls within government guidelines or not, but if you do decide to cave please think carefully about the potential consequences of your trip and ensure that you are complying with the latest government advice. The situation is evolving quickly and CSCC will continue to do our best to keep you informed of how the situation is affecting caving in the south via the [[https:// | ||
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+ | Ed Waters (CSCC Chairman) & Martin Grass (Hon Secretary MCR)\\ | ||
+ | 2nd November | ||
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- | BCA have issued a series of useful updates on the coronavirus and how it related to caving. See the [[https:// | + | BCA have issued a series of useful updates on the coronavirus and how it related to caving. See the [[https:// |
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- | As far as CSCC is aware, all caves closed as a result of the coronavirus lockdown are now open. | ||
- | Restrictions may apply to some caves whilst the virus is still prevalent in the community and it is important to respect the wishes of landowners in this regard. | ||
- | Access requirements for specific sites can be found in the [[https:// | ||
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- | If anyone is aware of any updates, please notify me. | ||
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- | [[access.guide@cscc.org.uk|Graham Price]]\\ | ||
- | Conservation & Access Officer\\ | ||
- | 25th Oct 2020 | ||
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