yeah, I've got a lot of great volunteer help for carrying gear, leading trips, modeling and lighting.
I couldn't do it without them! I should put them first on my list, without them, the camera doesn't matter much.
Generally I try to target my trips with a main shot in mind and try not to push too much. I would rather do multiple trips rather than try to get it all done in one. When the group is ready to go, we go.
I try to reward those who help out, and land owners with prints, as well as design work for local caver supported groups like GSP and RKC, though I have to admit I'm a little behind at the moment.
At the moment I'm very dependent on volunteers for a lot of stuff, like hanging a disassembling art exhibits.
I occasionally make it down to your way, maybe we will manage a trip together some time.