Caver ascending a giant sequoia, starry night sky with bats. Western Regional 2025 Logo

Welcome to the 2025 NSS Western Regional

Registration is now open. No more T-Shirt orders will be taken starting 5:00pm Wed, September 3. There will be a limited number of various sizes available for purchase at the event on a first-come, first-serve basis.

More information about trips and activities is coming soon.

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Kaweah River with rocks and trees under a cloudy sky, bridge in the background.

Welcome Cavers to the 2025 Western Regional!

16 September 2025
Welcome Cavers to the 2025 Western Regional! The event is almost here, and all plans are proceeding smoothly. Upon your arrival at the Lion’s Club Three Rivers Rodeo Grounds, follow signs to registration for your badge and materials. You'll receive a packet with the schedule, facility details, and local attractions. Please contribute items to the fundraising auction, supporting the Western Region's initiatives. Attend the Regional Business Meeting to discuss issues and share grotto news. Enjoy Caver Story Time on Friday evening and participate in guided or self-guided cave trips. Bear safety is crucial—store odorous items securely in your vehicle, and volunteers with dogs are needed for night patrols. We anticipate a fantastic gathering and are excited to see many fellow cavers!
Bears walking along a forest path, two cubs following an adult bear.

Safety at the 2025 Western Regional

13 September 2025
The Three Rivers area is home to various wildlife species, including bears, mountain lions, and snakes. It is essential to be aware of the risks.

Keeping Each Other Safe

13 September 2025
The Western Regional has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment and discrimination. We will have designated people on site that will be available to talk to, intervene, and provide victim support. Look for signage at Registration for contact information.
Cave interior with two people by a campfire and shelves of bottles.

Western Regional Annual Auction

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"Western Regional Annual Auction" On Saturday, after the Western Cave Conservancy dinner and the Western Region business meeting, we will finish the evening with the annual auction. This event is one of the major funding sources for regional activities and benefits like the Western Caver publication. Western Region members recently received the latest edition, edited and produced by Joel Despain, who did a wonderful job!

Interpersonal Safety in Caving

Presentation Date and Time
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Most of us know the physical hazards of caving, but there are interpersonal hazards in caving that we need to be willing to talk about.

Presenter: Joyce Mok

What’s so Great about the Western Cave Conservancy?

Presentation Date and Time
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Presentation: Steven will share a power point presentation detailing the mission and accomplishments of the WCC with extra commentary and questions answered.

Steven Johnson,
President WCC

Keeping Each Other Safe

The Western Regional has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment and discrimination. We will have designated people on site that will be available to talk to, intervene, and provide victim support. Look for signage at Registration for contact information.