Category Archives: Caving

Getting my caving hit

Posted on September 26, 2026 by marilyn

AZORES – It isn’t easy finding caves to explore in the Azores (or even in Portugal), mostly they are show caves, I don’t mind the odd show cave. However, getting to and from the caves can be challenging – I … Continue reading →

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“Don’t worry, you’ll be fine!”

Posted on August 25, 2026 by marilyn

CAVING, NSW – 25 August 2026 For the past few years, I’ve been part of a group of experienced cavers (in no way am I that experienced) who advise on a specific cave area.  After our last meeting, we were … Continue reading →

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What if …?

Posted on August 9, 2026 by marilyn

FOOD FOR THOUGHT – 9 August 2026 On a recent trip to Wombeyan Caves, we came upon a couple of disused quarries.  One was a limestone quarry (probably used to make cement), and the other was a marble quarry. I’d … Continue reading →

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My anxiety just wont let me do another trip!

Posted on July 12, 2026 by marilyn

EASTERN KIMBERLEYS – 17 June – 12 July Another trip to do some cave surveying, probably my last trip, but more of that later.  I feel really honoured that am able to do these trips, I really enjoy the surveying … Continue reading →

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How much abuse can one cave take?

Posted on April 30, 2026 by marilyn

MT ETNA, CENTRAL QUEENSLAND – 20-30 April 2026 As a general rule, a person who’s never caved before doesn’t wake up one morning and think “I’m going to go caving” and off they go.  You’re usually introduced to caving by … Continue reading →

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