Frag Swap - Chattanooga, TN - 8-5-6

[bkv1997]

The Frag Swap will be at Chattanooga State again this year on August 5th 2006.

If anyone is interested in participating we have plenty of space and encourage everyone to participate. Please let me know if you are interested in a table/booth. The event is completely free. Please help us spread the word and make this event a success.

http://www.livingreefs.com/gallery/files/1/9/4/OfficialFragSwapPicture.jpg

Thanks
Brandon

[The Reef Down Under]

How much are the tables ?

[bkv1997]

They are free. We just ask if you don't need a whole table that you share with someone from your local club if you can.

The only thing we are charging for are raffle tickets and if you want to take home a piece of the corals from the fragging demonstration.

If you need a table just send me a PM so we can get a count.

Hope to see you there.
Brandon

[gflat65]

Do you know what corals will be fragged in the demonstration, or will that be a 'closer to time' decision?

[bkv1997]

That will be decided closer to time, but if you have any recommendations feel free to make a suggestion.

Thanks
Brandon

[Rendos]

Who is the speaker?

[bkv1997]

That is in the process of being finalized now.

We currently have a soft commit from Thom Demas from the TN Aquarium.

Brandon

[bkv1997]

FYI...

Thom Demas from the TN Aquarium is confirmed for 1:30

His main topics are Seahorses and SeaDragons. He will have a question/answer session afterwards.

Brandon

[RevHtree]

Bump! We are getting donations every day for a nice raffle!

We are thinking about fragging maybe an acro, and some nice zoanthid colonies for the demo.

[RevHtree]

Guess what! Glass Cages is coming to the swap and donating items. If you have been wanting a custom tank built they can do it fairly cheap and you'll have no shipping cause you can pic it up at the swap I'm sure.

www.glasscages.com

[ironman2]

We are also expecting Reed Mariculture to set up as well. there are a few other vendors also finalizing there plans to attend.
We have been recieving alot of donations, and chances of going home with a raffle is very good. There will be alot of nice frags to trade so bring a big cooler! See you there

[woodywoo]

Is the Site a Tech School?

[bkv1997]

http://www.chattanoogastate.edu/ is the website of the college.

[droppindeuce]

SWAP IS COMING!!!

Here are some sponsors for the event and raffle so far!

The Speaker
Thom Demas from the TN Aquarium is confirmed for 1:30. His main topics are Seahorses and SeaDragons. He will have a question/answer session afterwards.

Donations to be Raffled
Premium Aquatics < Premium Aquatics INC - live rock and aquarium supply > has generously donated 4 - $10 gift certificates

Champion Lighting
Digital Fish Feeder - $35
Blue Line Moon Lighting - $50
Tsunami AT1 Auto Topoff - $60

Frag Farmer dot Com
Will be sending donations on August 4th.

Pacific East Aquacultures
2 - $25 gift certificates

Hello Lights
5 - $10 gift certificates

AirWaterIce <www.airwaterice.com Products and answers for your water treatment needs.>
Donated a 4 stage RO/DI water filter!

[Pterois2004]

Wow! Looks like great vendor response and participants this year!

Thanks to everyone in our club who's been working since March to make this a great event for everyone!

Heres what I have:


live rock -- 50 pounds with coraline and Xenia growing in it. I also kept adding pods so the rocks are teaming with pods for a mandarin fish to live on.

non-live rock -- 40 pounds
Arag Alive live sand-mixture of fine and ultra fine grain

55 gallon thick glass tank (unknown brand)
ProClear 75 filtration with skimmer
VHO 4 bulb light system (homemade) with 2 actinic and 2 superwhite
2 PFO ballasts
Please contact me in advance if you're interested in the tank or equipment above.

Mushrooms - red and purple

Kenya Trees - one red and one brown large

I look forward to seeing you next Saturday!

Angela

[bkv1997]

Times are all EASTERN STANDARD TIME:
?? - If your setting up a table and have contacted me I'll be PMing you shortly, with info.
12 - Doors open for general puplic

Directions to Chattanooga State:
4501 Amnicola Highway - (423) 697-4400

From Atlanta
Travel north on I-75 over the Tennessee state line to Hwy 153 North.
North on Highway 153 approximately 7 miles to Amnicola Highway.
Chattanooga State is approximately 2 miles on the right.

From Birmingham
Travel north on I-59 to I -24 east.
I-24 east through Chattanooga to I-75 north
I-75 North to Hwy 153 North approximately 7 miles to Amnicola Highway
Chattanooga State is approximately 2 miles on the right.

From Knoxville
Travel south on I-75.
North on Highway 153 North approximately 7 miles to Amnicola Highway.
Chattanooga State is approximately 2 miles on the right.

From Nashville
I-24 east through Chattanooga to I-75 north
I-75 North to Hwy 153 North approximately 7 miles to Amnicola Highway
Chattanooga State is approximately 2 miles on the right.

Directions to Parking and the Event once on Campus
P - Marks the Parking Lot
http://www.livingreefs.com/gallery/files/1/9/4/campus-map-modified.jpg

Hotels
I haven't used either, these were just the ones recommended by the travel agent at my work.

Country Suites By Carlson - Chattanooga at Hamilton Place Mall
7051 MCCUTCHEON ROAD
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
(423) 899-2300

Holiday Inn Express
CHATTANOOGA-SHALLOWFORD RD
7024 MCCUTCHEON ROAD
I-75 & SHALLOWFORD
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
(423)490-8560

Let me know if you have any questions. Hope to see everyone there.
Brandon

[bkv1997]

When you get to the exit listed in the directions above, follow the signs below. An arrow will be drawn in the space at the bottom.

Brandon


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[neuroslicer]

So how was the fraggin' meeting?

[DrPeaches]

It was definitely worth the drive from Memphis. I have four new frags growing in the tank now

[bkv1997]

I enjoyed meeting everyone also.

Great event.