[Lowej82]

We will hosting a meeting for all those who want to attend it will be on FEBRUARY 02, We will try and plan this to take place at 1:30 pm, the time can be changed to later in the day if we have enough ppl to push it back, if you wish to come and cant make it to a 1:30 please post what times would better fit for meetings.

I would also like give a BIG THANKS to Mike "TheAquaticLife" for providing us a place to have a meet.

If you would like to come please post so here in this thread so that we know how many will be there, Also feel free to post topics to be discussed at the meet.

The meeting will take place in Spfld, I will PM those who wish to come the address of the host place within a weeks advance of FEB 02.

[Lowej82]

This is a list of ppl who will attend, it will be updated as needed.

Mike~~"TheAquaticLife" our host
Darren~~"Combs44"
Nathan~~"Panaboy95"
Gin & Hubby~~"Lady G"
Kevin~~"Kpuma72"
Larry~~"LarryP"
Myself~~John~"Lowej82"

Also if you plan to bring a friend/spouse please let us know.

[panaboy95]

you can count me in if it starts after 12:00 Nathan Morrell (panaboy95)

[Lowej82]

We have pushed the time back to 1:30 so that those who work can still have a chance to make it, The date will be left the same (Feb 2nd)

[Lady G]

So, what does this meeting do? Does everyone just meet and discuss tank issues? Can we buy things? I believe I should be able to make it depending how long the meeting is..I have to work at 4 that Sat. and live about 30 min. from Springfield. Oh, and my hubby would be joining so that would be 2 more ppl.

[Lowej82]

This is our first meet. It will more less be a meet & greet, We will figure out how we want to handle things that have to with the club. Pretty much anything & everything, after this meet we will get into more of the discussing marine life, DIY work shops, and things such as that. If someone needs a sump built and brings the materials needed we could do that, tank drilling or general reef keeping could be other topics. I belive chicago & st louis both have good sized salt aquarium displays we could do group outings to things like that or do LFS road trips!! If there is something you want or need just let us know and we will see what we could do to help you out.

I will put your hubby & you down as being there, I am not sure how long it will last, if you just have time to stop in and check everything out thats cool to.

[Lady G]

Thank you!! Really what I need is, more live rock which I am working on getting, I was planning on going up to Springfield today and spending about 40 bucks on LR ( I know that doesn't get me much at 7-8$/lb) but it is what I could spend, what I need more than that is how to understand exactly how to build my sump. I know I need a tank was looking at getting a 20-30-40 long, I know I need glass or acrylic and silicon but where do I get the glass and will they cut it for me? It is for a 55 and I have about 26" top to bottom to work with, 12" width, and about 47" length (because of the stand). I figured I'd go to the DIY section here at RB and get more help once I get the tank.

[Lowej82]

Originally Posted by Lady G

Thank you!! Really what I need is, more live rock which I am working on getting, I was planning on going up to Springfield today and spending about 40 bucks on LR ( I know that doesn't get me much at 7-8$/lb) but it is what I could spend,

Alot of us have bought from mrmarine on EBAY, $147.00 50lbs shipped to door.

what I need more than that is how to understand exactly how to build my sump. I know I need a tank was looking at getting a 20-30-40 long, I know I need glass or acrylic and silicon but where do I get the glass and will they cut it for me? It is for a 55 and I have about 26" top to bottom to work with, 12" width, and about 47" length (because of the stand). I figured I'd go to the DIY section here at RB and get more help once I get the tank.

There is alot of usefull info here for a sump build, Get as big as tank as you can fit under/in your stand, If using a glass tank get glass baffles ~ acrylic tank=acrylic baffles, the silcone you use has to be aquarium safe, you can get that at fishman in caulk sized tubes for around $10.00. Another great place for sump/fuge info is here..... Melevsreef.com | Acrylic Sumps & Refugiums

also any glass shop will supply and cut glass for you, shouldnt be to much either.

[Lady G]

Cool!! Thanks!!!!!!!!!

[kpuma72]

I would be interested in attending this meeting please email directions . Thanks Kevin

[Lowej82]

Kevin I will add you to the list of ppl who plan/want to come. I will be sending out the address in a few days so be watching your PM box.

[larryp]

look forward to attending!! will look for directions. thanks larry

[rmichel]

I am not sure if I will be able to attend the meeting or not yet.... I won't know until it gets closer.. will let you know....

[Lady G]

I just want to say OMG!!! I am soooooo excited about this meeting, just hope the weather doesn't mess things up! Can you guy's believe the crazy stupid weather we had yesterday, and tomorrow we are suppose to get 4-8" of SNOW!!!! As long as it is just snow and not..rain, then ice, then snow and wind...I will be there, can't wait to meet everyone!!!!

[kpuma72]

Do we have directions yet? If so I have not received them .

[combs44]

Stay tuned. The host of the meeting is MIA at the moment. We're not sure if there are family problems or what, but the meeting may be pushed back due to weather and location issues. Please stay tuned for details as we're not sure yet. Sorry everyone. We will post announcements on both forums ASAP. We haven't forgotten you.

[combs44]

OUR FIRST MEETING IS POSTPONED. WE ARE SETTING OUR FIRST MEETING DATE FOR THE DIY WORKSHOP FOR BNARC.

Our first official meeting will be set in early March. Sorry for the inconvenience, and thanks for your patience while we get things moving. Hope to see you at the BNARC meeting. We will try to car pool, so stay tuned for meeting places and dates.

Thanks again,

Darren

[Lady G]

Originally Posted by combs44

OUR FIRST MEETING IS POSTPONED. WE ARE SETTING OUR FIRST MEETING DATE FOR THE DIY WORKSHOP FOR BNARC.

Our first official meeting will be set in early March. Sorry for the inconvenience, and thanks for your patience while we get things moving. Hope to see you at the BNARC meeting. We will try to car pool, so stay tuned for meeting places and dates.

Thanks again,

Darren

Well, that kinda stinks but oh well...still can't wait to meet everyone! BTW, what exactly is BNARC???

[combs44]

Bloomington Normal Area Reef Club

BNARC - Bloomington/Normal Area Reef Club

[Lady G]

Originally Posted by combs44

Bloomington Normal Area Reef Club

BNARC - Bloomington/Normal Area Reef Club

Ok, well that makes sense but I thought this was the Springfield, Decatur Reef club???? LOL, I am so confused

[Lowej82]

lol we are the Springfield Decatur Illinios Reef Builders.....

Bnarc is the club for the Bloomington Normal area

[combs44]

We will be working with them a bit, joining some of their meetings and participating in frag swaps and such.

[Lady G]

LOL, ok I see!!!

[Lowej82]

If anyone would like we can do something on the 16th, I know ladyg needed a sump built or tank drilled or something, Those who wish to exchange frags or wanted to pick one up from me would be welcome to do so at this time. If anyone is interested in doing something on the 16th please reply here in this thread if we get a few ppl that want to come we will set a time that will work out best for everyone.

[dragonman62612]

I would like to meet some folks on the 16th. I would feel more comfortable to meet a few of our group first before jumping into someone else's meeting. Plus I want those pretty zoa from Lowe lol. If any one has any ideas on a sump for me I would be thankful. I have a 180 main tank with a 30 gal sump. I really want to do mangroves but the 30 just dosent fit right in the stand for it . it is too tall and really hard to work on. I need something about 16 inches tall 16 inches wide and 4 feet long. Preferably clear. thanks for the thoughts