frag swap

[dieselfish]

when we gonna have another frag swap? I cant wait untill next year.

[gcrowptc]

I can't wait that long either

[scrummyotool]

not soon enough!!!!!!!!!

[zzpw3x]

I agree. How about we have a volunteer to host it at their house? I'd volunteer but I am in Youngstown, a little too far for most of you.

[gcrowptc]

I would host but my house is small, live in a duplex and have little parking

[dieselfish]

my house is too small too. Where are the rich reefers at?

[scrummyotool]

how bouts the union hall by FORD in brookpark,or the national reserve bldg by rms on engle and charge a small fee 1.00 @ the door and vendors 15.00

[dieselfish]

We need somebody to organize it.

[gcrowptc]

Instead of an indoor location and it being summertime we could reserve a park shelter for 4 hours Elyria parks offer this and so does Cleveland Metroparks along with Findlay state park in Wellington am sure other city parks offer the same also, cost is minimal and we could also hold a pot luck picnic, just my thoughts for a different type of swap

[gcrowptc]

ok Elyria charges $10 for a pavillion no electric though and Cascade park is beautiful, has a nice playground for the kids, concession stand, hiking trails, again just a thought to make this a different type of swap and involve the family , trade frags, equipment and make friends.

[zzpw3x]

Sounds good to me, but so far only 4 people have responded in this thread.

[s1xtyfe3t]

make it 5 :D

[Burgman]

Hi All,

The next All-Ohio frag swap should be sometime this Fall in Columbus. We alternate with NorthEast Ohio and the Columbus area. This one should be big(at least as big as the last one at Salty Critter's new shop). Steve Seal or myself will get the ball rolling on the Coumbus swap. The last one we had in Columbus was downtown at a theater. It was really well done and lots of frags we traded/sold. If anyone is interested we could do a small Northeast Ohio swap sometime this Summer. But, don't swap all your stuff because the Columbus swap is really good.

Burgman

[SUMMERS]

You can count me in as well. I have yet to attend a frag swap as I am just getting started with corals. One question that I have is why are all the frag swaps or meets during the Winter or some other "cold" time? Why not during the summer when its warm? The last couple of frag events here have been when it snow on the ground.

On another ticket I will check with my buddy to see how much a small hall cost. He does many parties and knows where to go. That way if it rains (like its been doing all summer) we will be covered.

[scrummyotool]

power is a nice thing for vendors who set up displays corals always look better under light than a bag they've sat in 1/2 the day. inside not at all affected by the rain.

[gcrowptc]

ok the ? here is do we want a simple no frills swap or a big swap? It seems everyone responding so far is local and wants to trade or aquire a few frags and make new friends, how far does every one want to go with this?

[s1xtyfe3t]

I don't think it has to be anything too fancy... it'll get the job done either way but I'm sure it would be best to keep the cost down. A simple get together with some trading and maybe a few pizzas should do the trick. As far as how big the swap is depends upon participation of the locals. I'm sure with a little advertisement here on reef central and a flyer in a few of the local stores it would draw a decent crowd. there could possibly be a raffle of donated pieces to cover the costs of renting the hall. I would be willing to donate a coral or a couple of frags to help with this if needed. If there is any need as far as help in planning with this I could help with this too.

[s1xtyfe3t]

only 7 people have responded so far but it's been viewed 105 times in the last 2 days. IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN THE SWAP SAY "I"

[Rhodophyta]

The community room in Hinckley at First Merit bank might be good for a quick summer frag exchange. The last time I signed for the room, there was no fee, you had to clean up before leaving. It's close to I 71, I76, and I 70, so accessible anywhere from Cleveland and Akron areas. (Not too far from where the old Coliseum used to be, but with that gone, there are no traffic jams to contend with.)

[scrummyotool]

the town tavern also has good food and social lubercation. haha I know of 5-10 people who would also show up

[KMKJA1]

You can count me in.

[DrPhips]

Oh man, I was wondering where all the reefers near Cleveland were... here' I've been spending the last year and a half on reeflounge.com... geesh.

Anyway, have you guys ever asked a local university or high-school if you could host it at their facility? During the summer I know there isn't much going on here, so i would assume it is the same at other schools.

[gcrowptc]

ok this has been viewed 170 times and only a handful of people showing any interest in pulling it off, where do we go from here?

[s1xtyfe3t]

do it anyways... I say do it at a park. you can get a picnic area for free... throw some burgers on a grill and have a good time. there's plenty on picnic tables for people to set up on. yeah I know it's missing electricity but there's a downside to everything. it's either that or pay for a hall. if noone else wants to plan it I will... however it will be in akron as I have no idea where anything is near cleveland. I have no problem putting out my own money to set this up if people don't mind kicking in a few bucks to reimburse for food. the whole idea is for some people to get together, trade some frags, shoot the breeze, and have a good time. it doesn't really matter how many people show up, it'll still be a good time.

[Sharpy]

I'm interested!!!!!!, I have a number of frags I've been growing out just for the next swap.

I gotta say I don't care for the park idea. Sounds too dang HOT and no where for the nice setups that some of the fellow reefers and great vendors have.

It can't cost that much for us to find a decent indoor place to have it, all we need it a large room with power. I don't know the area, but I'm sure there has to be a place, even if we all have to chip in a few bucks to attend.

Just my 2¢...

[jiggly75]

i dont have any frags to trade right now, but would be willing to buy some. so im in for a frag trade in northeast ohio.

[drego]

I am in.... don't really have much to trade but would like to meet some of you guys.

[gcrowptc]

ok it appears here that we need to decide indoors or outdoors myself I favor outdoors and make it, just a friendly swap, with a cook out and shooting the breeze, hey S1 you and I can set this up if you like, I will pm you my # and we can go from there

[Rhodophyta]

Originally posted by scrummyotool
power is a nice thing for vendors who set up displays corals always look better under light than a bag they've sat in 1/2 the day. inside not at all affected by the rain.

The Medina County Aquarium Society held an auction outside once. Nothing beats sunlight. Even ordinary freshwater fish looked like jewels when the auctioneer held them up. Fortunately it didn't rain.

[SSEAL]

I would love to attend.

When Where and time?

s2

[dieselfish]

Still waiting for someone to take charge an setup arrangements

[s1xtyfe3t]

gcrow and I are gonna put our heads together and come up with some plans here soon. we'll let everyone know when and where as soon as we get it all sorted out.

[gcrowptc]

S1 give me a call tomorrow am on vacation, meeting rooms @ Lorain County Metro Parks are $ 100 picnic shelters some with electric $20 but need to check on availability........we could still use some input from people on this swap it has been 50/50 on outdoor vs. indoor.....I favor informal outdoor, just a bunch of us getting together to trade,or sell some items not a major event, just a friendly gathering....

[WmTasker]

I wouldn't mind having it outside. Just make sure you have a backup plan incase it rains.

[WmTasker]

Im between cleveland and columbus. You can have it my yard and if it rains we move into the garage. :) I love frag swaps.

[SUMMERS]

I dont mind it being outside so long as there is some form of shelter in the event of rain or extreme temps. I dont think electricity is a big issue as long as there is some sun light. The corals at our club meets sit in there bags for roughly 4-5 hours without any ill effects, and I think they would be fine at a small meet. I will drive to wherever the meet is so long as it is not more than an hours drive in either direction. I'm still under suspension and cant afford another DUI. :D J/K

Larry

[dieselfish]

I prefer indoor , I am an aircondioned freak, but you guys are planning it so its up to you.

Summers , If you cant drive, we can car pool. I live by the zoo.

[SUMMERS]

Ok. Thanks Diesel. I really dont have any DUI's but a car pool would be good.

[sully14]

If this gets setup for a time before summer ends I would be able to attend.

[gcrowptc]

WmTasker where abouts in the mansfield area, are you? Your offer to have the swap at your place sounds good to me, every place around here outdoor wise is pretty muck booked thru the rest of the summer and indoor locations start @ $100 for a few hours at the local metro parks

[newsalt1]

I think I could get a shelter in a park here in Brunswick with electical hook up for around 50.00
Possibly the downstairs of a church for about the same.
Ron

[WmTasker]

Originally posted by gcrowptc
WmTasker where abouts in the mansfield area, are you? Your offer to have the swap at your place sounds good to me, every place around here outdoor wise is pretty muck booked thru the rest of the summer and indoor locations start @ $100 for a few hours at the local metro parks

I am only three lights away from state route 30. I am the owner of Carousel Aquatics. At least I am until next week. I decided to sell and go back in to reefs as a hobby. :) I live just around the corner from my store. I've had 2 frag swaps at the store. You can check out who came and see the directions to here.

http://archive.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=314559&highlight=carousel

http://archive.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=206291&highlight=carousel

I only have a 1.5 car garage but I have a pretty good size yard. hope for no rain. There is also a church across the street, that Im sure will let us park there. They let everyone park there for my wedding. Let me know if you want to swing by and check it out, Maybe we can do some Pre-Frag swap trading :D

[gcrowptc]

You have my vote, heck you have hosted frag meets, in the past and am sure your generosity will be appreciated by others and myself also, give us a date and we will follow

[WmTasker]

Well I don't mind having it as long as no one esle has any objections. Does any have have a day that would be best? Would August or September be better? Want to give everyone enough time to make plans for it.

[zzpw3x]

There will be a frag swap in columbus in the fall, so August would be better IMO.

[KMKJA1]

This sounds great. WmTasker, since you are hosting this, I think you should just pick a date and we will be there.

[newsalt1]

I was at the last swap at his store and picked up some great frags. Nice store, nice bunch of folks. Treg you out there?

Built

[s1xtyfe3t]

how about the last weekend in july? or the first weekend in august? I just had a big loss because my tank overheated, so I don't have much to trade anymore, But I'll be there. I need to buy some stuff to fill in all the bare spots.

[dieselfish]

last week in july sounds good. if it is possible

[Sharpy]

I think last week in July sounds like a winner....maybe July 31st??

:D It's my birthday and I love to get frags for my birthday!!!:D

[gcrowptc]

Last week in July works for me, wife and I both get paid then

[SSEAL]

Thought I'd let everyone know that the 7th All Ohio Frag Swap Date has been set for September 26, 2004, in the Columbus area. the location has not yet been determined.

So if you all are planning to swap, late July or early August would be better.

I think that this swap would be small enough to hold at someones house rather than paying for a shelter.

Let me check my schedule, I may be able to have this mini swap at my house. (I live in Stow).

Steve

[zzpw3x]

I personally prefer stow over Mansfield. Mansfield is 2hrs for me, but that is just my preference.

Dale

[s1xtyfe3t]

stow is closer to me too... either way is fine, but I thought I'd throw that out there.

[SSEAL]

The only day I hold the mini swap at my house is Sunday August 1, 1:00 - 4:00 pm.

Let me know if this works and who plans on attending.

Steve

[s1xtyfe3t]

works for me... if this is the date, I'll be there.

[zzpw3x]

Works for me too. Sunday is best for me.

[gcrowptc]

works for me also

[fairweather]

I could use some new frags, I am in..

[WmTasker]

I'll be there.

[newsalt1]

I'm in. Not much to swap......but what the hey.

Ron

[dory2004]

Any chance of a non-member but local fanatic stopping by?

[gcrowptc]

You are more than welcome to attend

[SUMMERS]

I will be there. Anyone that wants to ride from Cleveland may do so. I can take 5 people and a trunkload in the van.

[Radicaljbr]

I am in!!!!!!!!

[SSEAL]

GREAT!

Looks like we have 10 people attending.

I can probably hold up to 20 people.

We could definately use a few extra folding tables.

Steve

[dieselfish]

I am riding with summers

[Rhodophyta]

Is C-SEA's annual frag workshop scheduled for Friday, September 17?

[Bowman]

The new schedule has not been set yet. It will be up on the web site as soon as we get it together. Regards jj

[Bowman]

Hey Steve count me in JJ

[Rhodophyta]

Brad already has the new schedule up.

http://c-sea.org/schedule.html

The frag workshop is September 19, at the zoo auditorium.

[scrummyotool]

im in!! who's wanting to trade for kenya tree frags i have 5 also have 1 decent size one dropping arms 1 stalk 5",and another 2 stalk huge piece.what do you have.frags or cash work for me let me know in advance

[s1xtyfe3t]

I think that was last years frag workshop

[Bowman]

Originally posted by Bowman
The new schedule has not been set yet. It will be up on the web site as soon as we get it together. Regards jj

Like I said we'll have the new schedule up as soon as possible, should be up by the end of July. Regards JJ

[gcrowptc]

Thought it was last years schedule

[Rhodophyta]

Gcrowptc, you're right. It doesn't show the year, but it does have a HUGE header saying "Previous Events".

[jbeggs]

non member would like to attend if at all possible

[DrummerSteve]

I'm in....Hope there's still room

[johndawg]

I'll be there with cash!
Steve, let me know if you need a hand.
John

[SUMMERS]

I have 2 more seats available for anyone that needs a ride to Stow.

[Conniereef]

I'll be at the frag swap too. Can't wait!
Connie

[newsalt1]

Thanks Connie I will be looking forward to meeting you.

[dieselfish]

For all you xenia lovers, I have some small to xlarge pulsing xenia covered rocks with some corraline on them. let me know ahead of time.

Anyone with sps frags pleas let me know.

[s1xtyfe3t]

I need some sps and nice zoos.

[JCorbett]

I would like to join in before you have a list too full!

[s1xtyfe3t]

you can be my date jeff

[s1xtyfe3t]

if anyone wants to post a list of what they might be bringing we can do some pre-trading

[s1xtyfe3t]

Originally posted by johndawg
I'll be there with cash!
Steve, let me know if you need a hand.
John


let me know as well steve... I live close and could help with setting things up.

btw... I'm the guy with the blue ford focus that is always crammed full of aquarium stuff :D

[Burgman]

Hi Steve,

Count me in. I can bring a six foot folding table and a card table to set things on. Let me know if you need both of them. I will also be bringing some corals to sell or trade(soft,acro's,LPS's).

Dave

[dieselfish]

Is there an address yet ?

[scrummyotool]

Originally posted by scrummyotool
im in!! who's wanting to trade for kenya tree frags i have 5 also have 1 decent size one dropping arms 1 stalk 5",and another 2 stalk huge piece.what do you have.frags or cash work for me let me know in advance

[s1xtyfe3t]

I'll have some zoos, 2 small bubble corals, a few shrooms, possibly a few rics, random sps depends on what I can scrounge up, colt, kenya tree, a bunch of gsp, etc.

anyone interested in a CB shrimp? I have 2 of them and am acquiring another with the purchase of a new tank.

[SSEAL]

Looks like we will have about 20-25 people

Swap Date & Time:
Sunday, August 1
1:00 - 4:00 pm

Address:
1444 Woodlake Blvd
Stow 44224

If you want to set up feel free to show up a half hour early.

Burgman, please bring your tables.


See everyone here,
Steve

[dieselfish]

One week to go and no one is posting what they are bringing?

[fairweather]

Sorry I cant make it, will be in hospital then , se you guys another time. "Columbus maybe "

[ogdlow]

dieselfish

I have cash for the Xenia !!!! Do you have any pics..

Sorry i dont have any frags to swap yet.... maybe in a few more months

[SUMMERS]

I have cash for the swap and if anyone has a maxima clam or lawnmover blenny I would like it.

[s1xtyfe3t]

anyone have any interest in a small yellow tang as well? I bought gcrowptc's nano, and I'd prefer to put this fish in a larger tank. My 90 already has 2 tangs in it so I'd rather not add another. I'm also looking for another lawnmower blenny.

[zzpw3x]

I will post pics later this week, but here is a heads up of what I will have:

2 - Green Montipora Digita frags, about 1.5"
1 - 2" Kenya Tree Coral
1 - Lime Green skirt / Orange disc zoos 7-8 polyps
2 - Bright green disc / grey mouth zoos, 8-10 polyps
Green Sinularia, unmounted
Xenia if anyone shows interest
Green Star Polyps, purple base

Pics to follow by Wednesday.

Dale

[dieselfish]

I have a few bags of cerith snails and bags of blueleg crabs
15 for 10$ cash or trade

[newsalt1]

dieselfish,
Save me a bag of the blue legs. It will have to be cash as I don't think I will have anything to trade yet.

Thanks
Ron

[zzpw3x]

My pics are here -

http://reefcentral.com/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=40272&thumb=1

http://reefcentral.com/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=40272&thumb=1

PM me if there is any interest.

Dale

[DOBBY]

when and where is this all going on?

[DOBBY]

i have an aleveopora frag (pink)
some plain jane zoo's ( brown with orange or pink centers)
kenya tree frags
some purple stiped mushrooms
lyretail wrasse ( 4" long)
anyone interested

[SUMMERS]

Dobby I want the aleveopora. I have been looking for one for 2 months. How much and do you have a pic.

[DOBBY]

it's very small.....
about 2 in long
about an 1" across..... it was on the underside of my mother and it didn't come out all the way but it's doing alright now that i pulled it out and put it in some light..... polyps are coming out but needs some tlc

[SUMMERS]

Ok PM me a price.

[newsalt1]

I would like some of those purple striped shrooms.

Ron

[SUMMERS]

Anyone looking for a Kalk reactor?

I will post a pic here shortly.

[newsalt1]

Does anyone have any extra uri vho 46.5 white bulbs or vho end caps? I am in need of three bulbs and six end caps if any one has them shoot me a price.

Ron

[SUMMERS]

Here it is in the middle

http://reefcentral.com/gallery/data/500/31818reactor.jpg

Mixing is accomplished by a Maxihet 1200 pump mounted under the 6" tube. It stands about 26" tall and has a quick union fitting on top for adding Kalk.

[SUMMERS]

Hello Ron I have one set of endcaps if you want them.

[SSEAL]

I have about 20-30# of live rock and about 10-15# of live sand for sale or trade.

I will also frag just about anything in my tank. I will post a few photos of my tank tonight.

Steve

[SSEAL]

Everyone:

Feel free to bring your own favorite beverage :beer: or munchies.

Also, could some people bring extra saltwater.

Steve

[TacoKing]

Just remember not to trade everything you guys have! The swap scheduled for Sept 26th down in columbus is going to be huge! We are looking at having some where in the area of 5-7 vendors on site, with tons of stuff to raffle off!

-Rob

[DOBBY]

I WANT THE REACTOR THERE SUMMERS

[Burgman]

Hi Taco King,

Where in Columbus is the frag swap going to be held?

Burgman

[TacoKing]

We are currently looking at two locations, either a Holiday Inn or the Shriners complex down here. The decision is probably going to be made either this weekend or on Aug 5th when we get together to make finalize the plans.

[newsalt1]

Larry,
Yes would like the end caps.

Thanks
Ron

[s1xtyfe3t]

We need those little "Hi my name is" badges so we can put our rc names on them for identification purposes. :D

[SSEAL]

I have some name tags for everyone.

[SUMMERS]

I would like mine to say "I'm Rick James"

[s1xtyfe3t]

"I would like mine to say "I'm Rick James""

why am I not surprised. :rolleyes:

[DrummerSteve]

Hey zzpw3x, I'd be interested in your green/orange zoos...Also, DOBBY, I may be interested in your purple striped shrooms...

[zzpw3x]

The green/orange zoos have been claimed by Sixtyfeet. Everything else is available.

Dale

[Bowman]

Hey Dooby I'll take some of those purple striped mushrooms if you fave any left to spare. Thanks JJ

[SUMMERS]

Originally posted by s1xtyfe3t
"I would like mine to say "I'm Rick James""

why am I not surprised. :rolleyes:

Thats it. Your skimmer is definately going to me made with pink acrylic.

[ogdlow]

well, i will definately be at the frag swap on sun.. I aslo am going to joing the C-Sea as well. I missed the last metting in July but am looking forward to the ones in the future.

I am bringing cash ... I hope to meet some members as well as purchase some new frags!!!!!! See ya soon..

[zzpw3x]

Is anyone interested in some Green Sinularia or Pulsing Xenia? I can frag several pieces but I am not going to bother if no one wants it. Let me know.

Dale

[s1xtyfe3t]

Originally posted by SUMMERS
Thats it. Your skimmer is definately going to me made with pink acrylic.



That's ok It adds flair and personality to the setup.

[ogdlow]

zzpw3x

[SUMMERS]

Originally posted by ogdlow
[BI missed the last metting in July but am looking forward to the ones in the future.
[/B]

Just so you know our meetings are on hold for the summer. I think our next meeting will be in September. Maybe one of the officers could give us a heads up as to when the meets will resume.

[Burgman]

Hi All,

Here is what I will be bringing:
Green Monti/Frogspawn/Green Hydonphora/Pink&Brown Xenia/
Kenya tree/Finger leather babies/Clove Polyps/Brown button polyps/Brown star polyps and if anyone is interested I have a couple of types of Acros(pink & green color).
PM me if anyone is interested.

I am looking for reef safe snails or inverts(shrimp,cukes,ect)

Burgman

[Rhodophyta]

Originally posted by Bowman
Like I said we'll have the new schedule up as soon as possible, should be up by the end of July. Regards JJ

Will there be an August meeting? Did the third Friday of each month go over well enough to repeat it this year or are we going back to Thursdays? There are a few of us who need some lead time to plan their work schedule so it doesn't collide. Maybe only one or two of us, but it wouldn't hurt anyone to know in advance.

[s1xtyfe3t]

I've got plenty of nassarius snails I'll be bringing... I've already had someone else ask for some. Anyone else need any? I have plenty. burgman I'd be interested in some frogspawn and possibly a frag of the pink acro.

[ogdlow]

yo... Snail man.. I could use some... for sure.

[s1xtyfe3t]

does anyone have any interest in a small yellow tang or a very large cb shrimp? I also have 2 36" perfecto 2x55w pc fixtures and a coralife 36" 96w pc fixture that I could bring along if anyone has any interest in them. I'd be interested in a canopy for a 29 gallon tank and possibly lighting to go in the canopy if anyone has any. any other dry goods that anyone needs please post up and I may have something. I have way too much stuff laying around this tiny apartment.

[zzpw3x]

I would be interested in just 3-4 of the nassarius snails.

[zzpw3x]

I also have this:

http://store.yahoo.com/lamps-now/25methalretk.html

with the Iwasaki 6500k bulb. It is a 250W magnetic ballast with the reflector, bulb, and base. It is brand new. It cost me $170 shipped from hello lights. I didn't use it and will sell it to for $125.

Dale

[newsalt1]

Thanks again Steve! Great swap! All you guys are a great bunch, you too Connie <-- not a guy :). Nice tank Steve, hope mine grows up to look like yours, someday.

Ron

[ogdlow]

Steve, thanks for the hospitality. Your tank looks Great.
I only wish i could have spent more time meeting everybody , for my wife is VERY PREGNATE and i was on a stop watch on a time limit.
Once again thanks Steve , and i hope to meet you as well as everbody else in the very near future.
Its great to know i am not the only Reef addict around here!!lol

[ghofmann]

Steve thanks for letting us tromp around through your house. The purple gorgonian looks great in my tank. Thanx again.
Greg

[Burgman]

Steve,
Thanks for letting all of us use your house for the swap meet. I think everyone had fun and your tank is looking good. We should do an Akron area tank tour before the Columbus meet.

Burgman

[DOBBY]

hey burgman

still have any frogspawn or sps

sorry guys i didn't make the swap....wish i could of

[Burgman]

Hi Dobby,

Frogspawn & SPS frags were all sold. I should have more for the Columbus swap. Steve Seal might have some Frogspawn to frag for ya.

Burgman

[Conniereef]

If an Akron tank tour is planned I'd love to have everyone come here. Forces me to clean the glass : )
I'm also thinking that I could host a frag swap in the winter if there is enough interest.
Connie

[zzpw3x]

I'm in!

[Rhodophyta]

I was just reading the rules for the Akron home tank competition. There are two classes that marine tanks would fit. Top prize in each is $50. Tanks are videotaped in September and October. Winners are announced early November.

[johndawg]

Jeff, Connie and Brad:
My tank looks a whole lot better after getting corals from you guys!

Steve,
Thanks for being a great host! The tank looks great. I could've taken a frag from everyone of your corals!

Time to start preparing for Columbus!

John

[dory2004]

Thanks everyone for letting me shop/browse! Wish I would've had more time to get to know the reef you - next time! I've brot some color to my tank and now have the fever! Too bad I don't have the space hmmmmmm does that equate to a new tank? and I'm on the 2nd floor!!!!!

[SSEAL]

What a great time. Would love to do it again some time.

I would guess that we had about 15 - 20 reefs in attendance. Perfect mini swap size.

It was nice to see a few new hobbiest on board (Lots of new stuff to trade).

I hope everyone left with something new.

I want to thank Burgman and Bowman for providing the tables. ConnieReef for the great watermelon. Johndawg for the :beer: and Dendronepthya for the AWSOME slide show prentation of his green house reef system.

I am all for an Akron area tour of tanks. Do we have any volunteers to organize?

Thanks again,

[Conniereef]

I'll volunteer if someone will give me some guidance on how to organize a tank tour. Maybe someone else will volunteer to share the job?
Connie

[Bowman]

Connie I will give you a call and help plan the tour. I propose Saturday the 21st maybe from 12 or 1 till about 5. Thoughts

[dory2004]

What is a tank tour? Like a progressive dinner? :)

[Bowman]

You could think of it as a dinner but without food. A tank tour is when a group of hobbyists open up their homes for other hobbyists to visit and see their tanks. It's a great way to see what other people are doing and have done with their tanks.

[dory2004]

So I would drive house to house and check out the tanks I select because I like their pics, or they are easiest to find?

[Rhodophyta]

Dory, usually they work out a schedule so that the shortest distance between hosts is traveled. Each host will have a time slot in which they are "open". That way you don't have to give up attending the tour just because you are a host for part of it. The time slots are usually long enough so that not everyone has to arrive or leave each house at the same, which helps in cases where there's not a lot of room to get everyone around a tank. Also people can attend all or parts of the tour. C-SEA used to provide some refreshments and door prizes to encourage everyone to visit every stop but each participant still made their own choice.

:bum: I remember when Canadian Club whiskey used to be a club prize. "CC" and "C-SEA", see?:bum: :rollface:

[Steven Pro]

When you guys have the Akron tour details worked out, let me know. I may bring over a small group from Pittsburgh. It is always nice to see different tanks. We get a little bored seeing each other's all the time.

[Conniereef]

There is no date set yet because of low interest. I'm willing to host the tour, but only one other person has volunteered. Anyone else want to take part?
Connie