November 2016 - ICU-Caving-Announce

WINTER TOUR 16th-23rd December 2016
by Imperial College Caving Club 04 Dec '16

04 Dec '16

Winter Tour! You have probably heard about it in stores, at the pub, in the minibus on your way to Wales or even remember it from Fresher’s Fair: This December: *ICCC goes to Yorkshire for a week of caving* The following email will provide you with the relevant information about this wonderful opportunity. IN BRIEF: -runs from *16th-23rd December* *-*you don’t need to attend the whole week (see: transport options) -but come to Tree training beforehand -great value for money, gourmet kitchen. -email ic.caving(a)gmail.com to sign up What is Winter Tour? A full week of caving spent in Yorkshire, the best vertical caving (SRT) destination of the UK. A total of 5-6 possible SRT trips in the best and most varied cave systems of the area such as Easegill, Gaping Ghyll, Notts pot and many more. As well as learning advanced SRT techniques and navigation, and polishing your skills, you may learn to rig (ie: put the ropes in) a cave. Where, when, how? We will be staying at the North Pennine Club (NPC) cottage in *Greenclose*, North Yorkshire. The accomodation is first class with a huge kitchen, warm showers, a superb drying room and loads of space in the wood-fire heated common room. We will drive up on the *16th Decembe*r, meeting at 12.00pm in stores to load a 9 seater minibus (see transport options), and drive back on the *23rd December* to arrive in London in the early evening. *Delicious food, great caves, lively company!* Transport options? Minibus We only have 9 seats in the minibus because we require the rest of the space for vast quantities of caving gear and rope (and food). Train The closest train station is *Clapham, North Yorkshire*. It's about 30 minutes walk away, or we can pick you up if you arrive in the evening or early morning. Contact me if you need any help getting the right trains and finding a cheap ticket. *Your train expenses are your own.* What kit to bring (get in touch for additional advice)? As usual, you will need a sleeping bag for the cottage. You will pack your caving kit on the Tuesday beforehand. It is a good idea to bring -A non-cotton, synthetic *thermal* top is highly recommended (see Helly Hansen’s for a look at what I’m talking about). -a *balaclava or buff* to wear underground or on the walk to the caves. -*hiking boots* in case you want to walk around the area, -your own *caving gloves* maybe less important but really nice. How much will it cost? The trip fees are worked out on a per person basis, but the minibus costs are split up equally between everyone, regardless how long you spend with us: this is because we need to bring the gear and rope up to Yorkshire. In the last few years, a full week of caving cost between *£90-110pp*, and half a week around *£50-60* (excluding train tickets). Signing up If you want to sign up, email me on ic.caving(a)gmail.com. If you need a seat on the minibus it's important you *email me soon*: if there's a huge demand we might get a 15 seater. Otherwise, let me know when you intend to arrive so we can plan accordingly. Best, Tanguy -- Imperial College Caving Club <http://union.ic.ac.uk/rcc/caving>

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Sign up: Yorkshire 3 - Nott again!
by Imperial College Caving Club 29 Nov '16

29 Nov '16

Hi all, tldr; - ICCC is going to Yorkshire on the *9th December *for the weekend - Email ic.caving(a)gmail.com before purchasing <https://www.imperialcollegeunion.org/shop/club-society-project-products/cav…> £40 trip fee - Come to tree training to gather skills for this trip After an awesome Gaping Gill trip last weekend, I am please to announce the next SRT (rope technique) trip! *When: **9th - 11th December.* *Where:* We're going to Yorkshire and staying at the Greenclose Cottage <http://www.northernpennineclub.org.uk/greenclose/greenclose.htm> with central heating, gourmet cuisine, instant boiling water, comfy beds, showers and much more! We'll be caving in the Leck Fell area in the Yorkshire Dales. *How much?* Trip fee is only £40 (food and accommodation inclusive), so *why Nott!* *Caves:* - *Saturday: Notts 1 <https://union.ic.ac.uk/rcc/caving/caves/Notts%20Pot%201.html>* - *Sunday: Notts 2 <https://union.ic.ac.uk/rcc/caving/caves/Notts%20Pot%202.html>* You can come on this trip if you have been to tree training a few times. We'll judge whether you have the necessary skills to come on the trip which is why we ask you to *PLEASE EMAIL <ic.caving(a)gmail.com> BEFORE PURCHASING THE TRIP FEE.* If you have never been to tree training but really want to come; if you come to tree training on both Wednesdays before this trip you will still have the opportunity to gather a sufficient skill set - although this is Nott guaranteed. Once you have received a confirmation email from us, you need to purchase the trip fee from the online shop <https://www.imperialcollegeunion.org/shop/club-society-project-products/cav…> . Best wishes, Ben. -- Imperial College Caving Club <http://union.ic.ac.uk/rcc/caving>

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Yorkshire 2 - sign up now!
by Imperial College Caving Club 14 Nov '16

14 Nov '16

Hi all, tldr; - ICCC is going to Yorkshire on the *25th November *for the weekend - Email ic.caving(a)gmail.com before purchasing £40 trip fee - Come to tree training to gather skills for this trip After a very enjoyable and successful Yorkshire trip last weekend, I am please to announce the following SRT (rope technique) trip! We're going to Yorkshire and staying at the Greenclose Cottage <http://www.northernpennineclub.org.uk/greenclose/greenclose.htm> with central heating, gourmet cuisine, instant boiling water, comfy beds, showers and much more! We'll be caving in the Penyghent area in the northern Dales. The caves planned are: Alum pot, Long churn and Sells gill. Trip fee is £40 and the trip date is *25th November.* You can come on this trip if you have been to tree training a few times. We'll judge whether you have the necessary skills to come on the trip which is why we ask you to *PLEASE EMAIL <ic.caving(a)gmail.com> BEFORE PURCHASING THE TRIP FEE.* If you have never been to tree training but really want to come; if you come to tree training on both Wednesdays before this trip you will still have the opportunity to gather a sufficient skill set - although this is not guaranteed. Once you have received a confirmation email from us, you need to purchase the trip fee from the online shop <https://www.imperialcollegeunion.org/shop/club-society-project-products/cav…> . Best wishes, Ben. -- Imperial College Caving Club <http://union.ic.ac.uk/rcc/caving>

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Mendip day trip (19th November) - 2 places left
by Imperial College Caving Club 13 Nov '16

13 Nov '16

Hi all, get excited! We're organising a* day trip to the Mendip hills* next Saturday (19th November) where we'll go into a non SRT cave - no ropes involved, no prior experience needed. There are *two places left* on the trip, a fantastic chance to get more caving under the belt before the end of term. It's *very easy to sign up,* you just need to buy the Union product here. Remember that you have to be signed in to view the product. Send me an email for further details, I'll send around an email detailing where and when to meet and pack up. Best, Tanguy -- Imperial College Caving Club <http://union.ic.ac.uk/rcc/caving>

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Yorkshire 1 spot opened up!
by Imperial College Caving Club 05 Nov '16

05 Nov '16

Hi all, A spot has opened up for the Y1 trip next weekend! Please email ic.caving(a)gmail.com if interested. Also, there are still spots for the Mendip trip the Saturday after Y1! No need to email for this one (as there is no SRT) - just buy the trip fee here <https://www.imperialcollegeunion.org/shop/club-society-project-products/cav…>. Spaces are limited as we're only taking a 9-seater so be quick! Best, Ben. -- Imperial College Caving Club <http://union.ic.ac.uk/rcc/caving>

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Yorkshire 1 and Mendips DAY TRIP!
by Imperial College Caving Club 03 Nov '16

03 Nov '16

Hi all, *YORKSHIRE TRIP 11 NOV* There is still *one *spot left for Yorkshire 1. You have to have been to tree training and have completed a changeover without much help. Please email ic.caving(a)gmail.com to ask if you can receive this trip place. You can buy the fee online once I have confirmed your place. *FRESHERS DAY TRIP TO THE MENDIPS 19 NOV* We're also doing a day trip the Saturday after Yorkshire 1. This trip is non-SRT and no experience is required. *You can now the purchase trip fee on the online shop - no need to email first. * Please come to tree training every Wednesday. Best wishes, Ben. -- Imperial College Caving Club <http://union.ic.ac.uk/rcc/caving>

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Extra Tree Training?
by Imperial College Caving Club 02 Nov '16

02 Nov '16

Hey cavers! Kenneth and I (Perry) have discussed running extra tree training sessions because of the high attendance occurring at the moment. The plan would be two extra sessions, one at 12 tomorrow (3rd Nov) and again Thursday next week. These sessions would give priority to those on Y1 and ensure you guys are all confident with the basics (ascending, descending, rebelay, changeover, deviation). If you are interested in attending these sessions then please email me with which one/ones you want to attend and I will let you know wether or not it will go ahead. These sessions are not guaranteed to go ahead so don't just turn up unexpected, we will be allocating time out of our day specifically for anybody who is interested! Cheers, Perry Sent from my iPhone

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