New Zealand Speleological Society Explained

New Zealand Speleological Society is a national organisation for recreational cavers in New Zealand.

It was formed in 1949 by Henry Lambert and had approximately 300 members in 2010.^[1]

Mission

Their stated mission is:^[2]

• To be the national speleological body
• To conserve caves and karst
• To represent the interests of its members

By:

• The collection and appropriate dissemination of information on caves, karst and caving
• Advocating conservation and awareness to cave owners and managers
• Negotiating access to caves for members
• The promotion of safe cave use
• Operating a national cave search and rescue system
• Encouraging cave users to join NZSS
• Monitoring the effects of cave use

Through:

• Education and training
• Development and assessment of techniques and equipment
• Liaison with other groups and agencies
• Exploration and study of caves

The society also maintains the library at the Waitomo Caves Museum.^[3]

See also

• Caving in New Zealand

External links

• NZSS website

Notes and References

1. News: Caving in New Zealand. https://archive.today/20130223014432/http://www.stuff.co.nz/travel/new-zealand/4118082/Caving-in-New-Zealand. dead. 23 February 2013. 12 November 2012. Stuff.co.nz - Fairfax NZ News. Pearson, Anna.
2. http://caves.org.nz Welcome to the NZ Speleological Society
3. Web site: About NZSS. 2021-08-10. New Zealand Speleological Society. en-US.