New Zealand Speleological Society
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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.<ref name=CAVENZ>Template:Cite news</ref>
Mission
Their stated mission is:<ref>Welcome to the NZ Speleological Society</ref>
- 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.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>
See also
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