Introductions

Eric (and his taco hat) lead the by initiating a debate over what factors affect the cooking time of pasta. He finally reveals the question of the day- What is more heinous: glitter or cat hair?

Glitter haters include: Eric, Rachel, Zeke, Kim, Mike Broome

Those that despise cat hair: Hunter, Emily, Pete, Sarah Dotson, Diana, Mark Daughtridge

Ken was also in attendance but chose to answer a different question (What are you?) by explaining his Scottish (not Irish) garb.

 

Business

• Thanks goes to all BugFest volunteers!
• If there are any outstanding balances from the grotto trip, please make sure you are reimbursed.
• Pay your dues
• A general reminder: make sure someone not going in the cave knows where you will be and what time you are expected out.
• Volunteers are needed for Darwin Day. Pete will have an earthworm table, and TriTrogs will run a bat table.
• This year the holiday party will be hosted by Kim on December 8^th. Bring good cheer, and food.

 

Trip Reports

• 23 Big Brown bats (Eptesicus fuscus) were recorded at Harris Lake County Park during a bat count. All were in good health.
• Mike, though he missed the chance to share a trip report, did go caving. Somewhere underground.

 

Upcoming Trips and Activities

• Oct 26: VPI trip with Rachel
• Nov 3 – 4: Scott Hollow Photo Trip WV
• Nov 10: Darwin Day
• Dec 8: Holiday Party

 

Program

Flamingos were raced, costumes were judged, speleobingo was played, and much fun was had at the Halloween Party.