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Welcome to the Old Timers
Reunion Web
To
the casual observer, the Old Timers Reunion (OTR) may appear
something like a rather large family reunion, which almost overnight
turns a quiet West Virginia field into a sea of tents. It has been
rumored that for the weekend, we more than double the population of
the nearest town. To those who have been part of this family it is
really quite different. Many of us have been gathering together for
this annual pilgrimage since we started caving. For some, this was
before they were born. OTR is a weekend for relaxing, catching up on
the latest gossip, meeting other cavers, renewing old friendships,
doing a little caving, enjoying the local music, and picking up some
deals at the auction or from one of the vendors.
 At
this web site you will find the latest information about OTR and The
Robertson Association (TRA). You will see plans for future expansion
of the campground; read the minutes of the last TRA meeting; see
what will be new at registration this year; most importantly, you
can learn how you can help keep OTR one the most well-attended caver
gatherings in the country. One of the main intents of this web site
is to provide a gathering place for volunteers and interested cavers
to find out current information about TRA, work weekends, and what
is needed to get ready for this year's Old Timers Reunion.
For those true old timers you may want to
check out the nostalgia section. Here we are gathering information
and photos from past years. Much of this information will be
published in a 50th anniversary book that highlights the
history of OTR. This publication is expected to be available at OTR
the year following the 50th reunion.
The Robertson Association relies on its
volunteers. If it wasn’t for the dedication and hard work of these
individuals the Old Timers Reunion would never come to pass. These
volunteers work all year long to maintain our camping facility, and
prepare for the next year’s gathering. The rewards are few, but
the company is good, and the beer is usually cold. It’s your
support that guarantees a successful Old Timers Reunion each year.
Come and join us at the next work weekend, and help make the next
reunion the best one yet.
A Gentle Reminder – Caves Have Owners
Landowners’ attitudes vary towards
allowing access to their caves. While most still either welcome or
at least tolerate cavers, many have become downright hostile because
of the carelessness, rudeness, and even vandalism of a few
irresponsible cavers. The number of closed or restricted caves is
still increasing, as evidenced by the length of the Virginia
Region's closed cave list. Responsible cavers can help to
reverse this depressing trend. Please mind this list while caving in
this area.
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