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On Station

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'On Station' is one of those books that falls into the category of 'definitive work'. Everything you would possibly need to know about surveying underground has been collected by Mr. Dasher in one volume. Written in a clear and easily understandable style, he takes us step by step through the process from equipment needed to the finished map. Then he explains specific and unusual problems the underground surveyor is likely to encounter and the best methods for solving them. His last section is devoted to examining a selection of existing maps and assessing their strengths and weaknesses. Cave mapping can be a real pain, as anyone who has tried it can tell you, but a beautiful finished map is very often worth the time and energy poured out for it. Using the ideas presented in 'On Station' can be the difference between a first-rate map and something that will eventually need to be resurveyed. On Station is the next best thing to having George himself look over your shoulder and is a must buy for anyone considering caves surveying.

*THE* book for learning cave surveying. Although I'd like to see a new edition. There is very limited information on computer programs used as aids in surveying. But the basics of surveying are all included. Necessary for anyone getting started in cave surveying.

I'll have to ditto the previous review. As a caver (also one that knows George), the book is good from basics to the higher level items. (I just don't know how anyone could memorize all that symbology though.) Well George, we're waiting on the next edition.

This book shoud be considered a must buy for anyone dealing with cave surveying and mapping.