oxx155 Posted March 13, 2010 Share Posted March 13, 2010 Hey everyone! I know I am not the most active member, unfortunately life and work don't offer much extra time. But, I would be honored and would enjoy hosting the May meeting at my place in Springfield. I think May 16th at 12:00p.m. gives everyone plenty of notice and allows for those farther away to drive down (or up) and plenty of time to drive home. I am going to offer a BBQ since it would be lunch time. Probably Burgers, Hot Dogs, Chicken Burgers, Chips, Drinks, etc. (Bring your own beer) I would like to bring in some corals from some of my contacts to offer up as a door prize, raffle, or auction (auction proceeds would be donated to the club). Probably bring in a collection of Acropora's, Zooanthids, maybe some clams, etc. I will probably have enough that everyone could at least get one item. I think I might send out some emails also to companies to see if they could donate some items to the auction (we'll see). It seems that every meeting has some speakers and/or a subject to discuss. I know I would like to learn more about Aquarium Photography. But what other things could we discuss so that everyone can learn? Or, just came to mind, we could discuss how to get the most out of your Protein Skimmer, because my Reeflo is just not cutting it (its being wooped by an ASM G6). Or, its also a great opportunity for everyone to see a large tank and what it takes to run and make it the best it can be. I would love to see others get into some larger tanks and really push the limits of our hobby. (how about 12 tangs in one tank! I make it work) I have plenty of parking and plenty of room for people in and out, so I would definitely like to make this a meeting for everyone! I think this is a great opportunity to meet people and come together like no other time. I think its also a great opportunity for everyone to meet the new President and BOD members that we are all voting on now. Might even be a good opportunity to talk about how we would like to see this club grow and get better. Anyway, lets discuss how to make this meeting as awesome as possible. Douglas 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgf86123 Posted March 13, 2010 Share Posted March 13, 2010 I'll be there Douglas, its a drive, but, it's gonna be worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Algae Posted March 13, 2010 Share Posted March 13, 2010 Douglas, I remember your "Zoa Connection".Really nice Zoa's at a reasonable price. Not the super collector pieces, but not the sky high prices either. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClayTheSavageFraser Posted March 13, 2010 Share Posted March 13, 2010 Buddy!! Woohoo!! P-A-R-T-WHY CAUSE WE GOTTA!! CLAY 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael7979 Posted March 13, 2010 Share Posted March 13, 2010 Sounds interesting! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oxx155 Posted March 14, 2010 Author Share Posted March 14, 2010 I'll be there Douglas' date=' its a drive, but, it's gonna be worth it.[/quote'] I'd like to think its worth it. I think about it this way - I don't want to go to a meeting just to stand and talk and feel like I am at a conference. I want a PARTY! that also can be a meeting (or get the meeting stuff handled), but its main focus is to have fun and everyone walks away super happy and looking forward to another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oxx155 Posted March 14, 2010 Author Share Posted March 14, 2010 Douglas, I remember your "Zoa Connection".Really nice Zoa's at a reasonable price. Not the super collector pieces, but not the sky high prices either. He is a great guy, but yeah doesn't always carry the most collectable Zoa's (unless you want to pay higher prices). So, for donating purposes I get his Medium Quality Zoa's. I will probably have about 10 Zoa Colonies (10+ polyps), 10 Acropora Colonies (not frags, actual colonies), and 10 of something else (maybe a mix of stuff). I think we'll have some for door prizes, maybe have a raffle for a nice piece, and the rest will go for auction to benefit the society. With enough time I will get a tank plumbed into my system just to hold these pieces so hopefully they will be nice an open for everyone to see before winning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oxx155 Posted March 14, 2010 Author Share Posted March 14, 2010 Buddy!! Woohoo!! P-A-R-T-WHY CAUSE WE GOTTA!! CLAY You best believe it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oxx155 Posted March 14, 2010 Author Share Posted March 14, 2010 Sounds interesting! Sounds Fun! My little way of giving back to the society and all the information I have received over the years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oxx155 Posted March 14, 2010 Author Share Posted March 14, 2010 If anyone knows they are coming please let me know. Hopefully I can guage how many are coming and have plenty of food and drinks (just post in here, you don't need to PM me). I might get a friend to do up some of his famous ribs and burgers (dang delicious) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClayTheSavageFraser Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 I'm coming!! DUH!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7Max-GTE Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 I would be all over that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy-S Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 Buddy!! Woohoo!! P-A-R-T-WHY CAUSE WE GOTTA!! CLAY Clay we need you to start traveling with your gear to some of these events 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelhead77 Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 Count me in Douglas! Sounds like a great time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr S Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 A very generous offer. You mentioned zoos so I will definitely be there and probably be bringing R3 and Lowman with me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Algae Posted March 19, 2010 Share Posted March 19, 2010 This could be a really fun event. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oxx155 Posted March 22, 2010 Author Share Posted March 22, 2010 Any thoughts on a subject to discuss? or a Speaker we can get? How about the Auction idea? or Raffle? or Door Prize? Lets really discuss how we can make this a fun and kick-azz meeting/party. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Algae Posted March 27, 2010 Share Posted March 27, 2010 I think the raffle and door prize is best. Frankly Douglas, the idea if a BBQ is great and it will bring a lot of people. Not sure that we need a speaker? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr S Posted March 27, 2010 Share Posted March 27, 2010 I agree with Franklin. Maybe you could do something like zoo fragging demo or leathers??!!! Just a thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bswe22 Posted March 27, 2010 Share Posted March 27, 2010 Count me in for sure. Douglas, will you be there tomorrow at the meet and greet? Bryan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Algae Posted March 27, 2010 Share Posted March 27, 2010 A "Zoa Squirting Contest"! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael7979 Posted March 27, 2010 Share Posted March 27, 2010 Just saying "I plan on being at this one. Looking forward to see some southerners." 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgf86123 Posted March 27, 2010 Share Posted March 27, 2010 I have finally talked the gf into it, so it is official, I will be at this meeting, it better be special, otherwise my head will be on the chopping block for sure. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr S Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 Franklin, zoo party. How did the frag tank work out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lewisriverfisherman Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 douglas im pretty sure im coming trying to get a group together around my area for the drive down. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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