Welcome to the NSS Cavejunkie!
Non-NSS members are welcome at NSS Conventions, but will pay a higher registration fee (generally equal to a year's membership), since conventions are one of our membership benefits.
Each NSS Region has its own registration fee policy for non-NSS members attending meetings and weekend events.
Don't worry about not knowing any of us jokers when you go to a caver event -- you'll have many new friends and caving companions by time you leave.
Just don't be shy about introducing yourself, signing up for caving trips, and talking to the other cavers. Cavers can be shy about talking to new faces, but they all love to talk caving.
Hey, you should make sure your caving cohort becomes an NSS member!
Cheryl