New Zealand Speleological Society

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

A New Zealand group of cavers posing for a group photo in a Waitomo-area cave.

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

References

1. Pearson, Anna. "Caving in New Zealand". Stuff.co.nz - Fairfax NZ News. Archived from the original on 23 February 2013. Retrieved 12 November 2012.
2. Welcome to the NZ Speleological Society
3. "About NZSS". New Zealand Speleological Society. Retrieved 10 August 2021.

External links

• NZSS website