Chris Scaife
Active member
Descent issue 289 is out now! This is a proud moment for me, as it is my first issue as editor.
Subscribers will receive their copies over the next few days, and individual copies can be bought from caving suppliers including Starless River and Inglesport. They can of course also be bought from our website.
The contents for this issue:
Changeover
New Descent editor, Chris Scaife, tells the story of how this all came about. He then interviews Chris Howes and Judith Calford about their 34 years at the helm.
Lechuguilla Cave
The new book by Max Wisshak and Hazel Barton contains some stunning photographs. Here, we reproduce some of the best.
Dramatic Sea Cave Rescue in Mayo
A caver was swept into a sea cave on Ireland’s west coast and, as John Kelly reports, this led to a major rescue in a dramatic situation.
Cuba’s Giant Stalagmite
Rainer Straub and Herbert Jantschke describe their expedition to survey and photograph an enormous formation in Cuba.
Club Huts of the Dales
Phil Murphy gives an informative account of caving club accommodation in the Yorkshire Dales down the years.
Drones Underground
Martyn Farr considers the use of drones in caving and photography.
Ask the Fishmonger
It’s been 25 years since the breakthrough into a Gloucestershire cave where numerous archaeological specimens were found. Chris Howes reminisces.
The Underground Crossword 2022
Bigger and better than last year’s, this puzzle by Martin Wright will test your wits.
My Friend
A caving poem, by Brian Tilbury.
Write it Down!
Finding Your Way in the Dark
Philip Judson reminds us that it ain’t over ‘til it’s over.
If you are thinking of buying binders or back issues as a Christmas gift, please bear in mind that there are a few postal strikes planned, so order soon to avoid disappointment!
