[GVRD] Reefers for Reefers Meet & Greet at Mezz, MAR 01 SATURDAY! BEER!

[albert_dao]

Hey everyone! Salty23 and I were thinking of setting up a frag swap at a friend's lounge towards the end of this month :D

The location would be at the newly relaunged Mezz Lounge located upstairs of Badminton Vancouver (yup, that big badminton place you see driving south on Knight st. bridge - http://goo.gl/maps/9PkXu):

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/819/1cck.jpg

Cheap beers + Coral frags = Reefer Good Times!

Time frame is subject to adjustment, but we were thinking Feb 23rd (Saturday) afternoon. Everyone is welcome to come/plan/offer suggestions to help make this event super fun and successful.

What say y'all?

Here's a preview of some stuffs (Thomas, please feel free to add your input man :D)

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/600/zqd3.jpg

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/443/6uz7.jpg

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/585/dgga.jpg

Etc :D :D :D :D :D

[neoh]

(23rd is a Sunday)

[lastlight]

Albert what is that straggler zoa in the top pic? Free bump!

[Wheelman76]

Albert what is that straggler zoa in the top pic? Free bump!

Red ring purple hearted

[Mega]

I will be there if I can.. Not sure what I can bring though. Gotta play some badminton with you guys. Game? :) beer after sounds even better, then leave happy with new frags. Can't beat that man!

[KPG007]

I'm in! Definitely, maybe. If I'm in town and I have a frag or two left lying around.

Kel

[nerdz]

(23rd is a Sunday)

So what day is it? Sat or Sun???

[SeaHorse_Fanatic]

I will try to schedule it in and make it over. Thanks for setting this up.

I'll finally get those RPEs from you Albert. Please set aside one or two frags now & I'll get them at the swap:wink::biggrin:

Anthony

[Tn23]

I believe Albert meant the 22nd which is Saturday. (Weekend of the 23rd)

Tony: we can definitely get some badminton in and have a few beers haha.

Hey Albert you forgot to mention the door prizes you were going to give out :)

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[Ryanerickson]

I'm in guys sounds like fun. I will bring some acro frags. Thanks for setting this up.

[The Guy]

Sounds like a fun time, I'll try and make for sure.

[BubblesUp]

I'd come if it was the following weekend. I don't have anything to trade but interested in purchasing.

[SeaHorse_Fanatic]

Anybody want to go for sushi either before or after the event?:biggrin:

[Reef Pilot]

I can try and make it. Only thing that might stop me, is if the skiing is good at Whistler.

[nerdz]

Anybody want to go for sushi either before or after the event?:biggrin:


Fish are friends not food!

[Coral Hoarder]

i can bring tree space monsters 25 pp and blacle ppe 4 pp green dragon eye 2 pp any one ?

[Dempsey]

My friend and I will be at fragfest.

Is there going to be a frag tank or something temperature controlled that we can drop our frags in?

[Tn23]

There will be a frag tank setup with the appropriate parameters and temperature for everyone who wish to put their frags into are more then welcome to do so

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[Tn23]

It also looks like we are going to change the frag swap date to MARCH 1st SATURDAY to accommodate more people and allow people more time to plan and make frags. We will also be giving out a few door prizes.

Please feel free to list some of the things you guys will be bringing :)

Cya all there!

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[spit.fire]

It also looks like we are going to change the frag swap date to MARCH 1st SATURDAY to accommodate more people and allow people more time to plan and make frags. We will also be giving out a few door prizes.

Please feel free to list some of the things you guys will be bringing :)

Cya all there!

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The frag swap can double as my birthday party (it's on my bday) and well pretend everyone there is my friend and we can have cake

[Tn23]

Prefect. Albert will bring a cake for you I'm sure and they have a bar there so looks like it'll be fun haha

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[albert_dao]

UPDATE:

I have secured some door prizes for everyone in attendance!

PRIZE 1:

Frag pack of 4 x A-Grade Acans - Come in and you'll be entered automatically.

PRIZE 2:

Frag pack of 3 x A-Grade Chalices - Buy a beer and get an entry voucher! More beers, more vouchers! (just remember, if you're going to drink, bring a DD!)

Prize 3:

$75 livestock credit from Oceanic Corals (thx Paul!) - Make a trade or cash transaction with another attendee for a voucher! More trades, more chances to win!

Prize 4:

Birthday cuddle session with Tyler (spit.fire) - I'll leave this one up to Tyler to figure out.

If anyone else would like to enter some door prizes (Stores are most definitely welcome to join in on this!), please shoot me a PM!

Also, note that our resident sushi chef extraordinaire Peter will be running a full menu of amazing good eats, so bring an appetite :D :D :D :D :D

[Tn23]

Wow nice prizes Albert. Oh yeah Anthony the lounge has a sushi chief if your really into sushi and frag swaps haha

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[albert_dao]

UPDATE!!!

Timbits will be donating a pair of pair of his Premium Black Ice clowns to the event prize pool!

Thanks a TON Tim!

[Dempsey]

Nice! Can't wait:dance:

[Slyguy00]

Wow thats awesome guys! great prizes

[canadawest]

Tagging along with the thread so I can get any date/time/location updates.

I'm hoping to attend as it sounds like several of my favorite things will be there... Beer, sushi, frags, prizes and new friends to meet! :-)

[Wretch]

I hope to attend. I won't have anything to trade as my tank should be just done cycling by then. I might be able to purchase a few things and at least get to meet some local reefers.

[nerdz]

Thanks for organizing this!

Maybe you could get a Mod to update thread title to include the date and time. It might be confusing searching though 3 pages with different dates being thrown around.

Also, are people encouraged to bring hardware, (smallish stuff!), and supplies, (food, additives, etc?)?


Cheers

[Dempsey]

All this event needs now is a catchy name like BC Fragfest or Fraglemania!

[albert_dao]

Reefers for Reefers @ Mezz.

[Ryanerickson]

Sounds like a pot party

[albert_dao]

Sounds like a pot party

Ha!~ Totally not, this is a family event.

Anyway, I talked to a bunch of people over the week and would like to recommend that anyone who wants to bring items, please list what you have available here (pictures are a bonus). Also, if anyone has a wishlist, please, please, please absolutely feel free to make one up here :D

I'll post pics of what I have later.

Also - If you intend to bring anything and would like for me to make space in the tank, LMK asap, space is (semi) limited and will be prioritized for anyone who makes prior arrangements with myself or Thomas first.

[Slyguy00]

Sounds like a pot party

Lol classic:mrgreen:

[sumpfinfishe]

I will try to make it, looks like it will be a great turnout!

[Tn23]

I'll be bringing some dendros, acan frags and bubble gum monster chalice frags. Will post some photos tonight.

Would love to trade for some sps. Let's all post what we are going to bring so we can all have a feel for what we can trade/buy :)

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[michaelis88]

funny i couldnt find the time ??

[SeaHorse_Fanatic]

Have to go to a big work dinner with my wife in the evening so I'm hoping this is earlier in the day. Give me time to come, hang out for several hours, go home to acclimate all the new goodies and still make it downtown for supper:wink:

[Tn23]

Albert mentioned it'll start at noon. So let's say noon@12 till when we are all bloated and sick from sushi, beer and frags.

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[Tn23]

I'm sure Albert and I will be there around 10-11am to get things setup and ready. Feel free to swing by early to acclimate your corals or help us with the setup!

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[michaelis88]

maybe drop by and stay for few frags

[JTang]

Frag, sushi n beer! What an awesome combination! I will be in for sure. :)

I should start fragging my zoas n palys this weekend. I will also be bringing some neon green monti and several frags of this Sps. ID?

http://i447.photobucket.com/albums/qq193/jtang23/IMG_20140103_175227_zpsom1xhlii.jpg (http://s447.photobucket.com/user/jtang23/media/IMG_20140103_175227_zpsom1xhlii.jpg.html)

http://i447.photobucket.com/albums/qq193/jtang23/IMG_20130909_211119_zps70260c15.jpg (http://s447.photobucket.com/user/jtang23/media/IMG_20130909_211119_zps70260c15.jpg.html)

[SeaHorse_Fanatic]

I will try to get my work done early so I can take the whole day off and come help with setup.

Anthony

[brittanyk]

Just found this thread! Really hope that I can go, but all depends whether my lil dude is over his cough or not :)

I'm looking for zoas & palys! Purple death. People eaters, whatever else looks pretty :)


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[Tn23]

Just found this thread! Really hope that I can go, but all depends whether my lil dude is over his cough or not :)

I'm looking for zoas & palys! Purple death. People eaters, whatever else looks pretty :)


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Brittany: I think lots of locals have the zoas/palys you are looking for so you'll be able to find some at the swap, if not I can bring you some.

I was cleaning my frag tank and choosing some frags to bring to the swap, here are some of the sps pieces that I'll be bringing along to the swap!
*sorry for the crappy cell phone shots.

http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af299/ngthomas23/Corals/20140217_000836_zps903161bb.jpg (http://s1017.photobucket.com/user/ngthomas23/media/Corals/20140217_000836_zps903161bb.jpg.html)

[/URL][URL="http://s1017.photobucket.com/user/ngthomas23/media/Corals/20140217_000846_zpsce6acd70.jpg.html"]http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af299/ngthomas23/Corals/20140217_000846_zpsce6acd70.jpg (http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af299/ngthomas23/Corals/20140217_000846_zpsce6acd70.jpg)

anyone up for some trades?! :redface:

[spit.fire]

Looks like I won't be able to make it to this one but I'll send some of my frags out anyways

Stupid moving....

[Ken]

Tagging along with the thread so I can get any date/time/location updates.

I'm hoping to attend as it sounds like several of my favorite things will be there... Beer, sushi, frags, prizes and new friends to meet! :-)

Me too, whats the update on date/time/locations. regards ken

[Tn23]

March 1st. 12 (noon) and same place at the mezz lounge upstairs of badminton Vancouver located on mitchell island

Albert has posted directions on page 1

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[albert_dao]

Here's a bit of what I'm bringing:

Zoas & Palys

Kryptonite

http://imageshack.com/a/img35/4622/bhxg.jpg

Captain Americas

http://imageshack.com/a/img443/2077/6uz7.jpg

Purple Death

http://imageshack.com/a/img822/465/s5dt.jpg

Pink Palys

http://imageshack.com/a/img855/5392/tiha.jpg

Sunny D's

http://imageshack.com/a/img585/5320/dgga.jpg

[albert_dao]

Red People Eaters

http://imageshack.com/a/img713/4579/wxg2.jpg

Armor of God

http://imageshack.com/a/img199/6295/1dxu.jpg

[albert_dao]

LPS:

Tyree Watermelon

http://imageshack.com/a/img546/2967/8daa.jpg

A-Grade Bleeding Apple Scoly

http://imageshack.com/a/img571/2500/at4g.jpg

Ultra-Grade Bleeding Apple Scoly

http://imageshack.com/a/img822/7223/81b3.jpg

Aussie Acan #1

http://imageshack.com/a/img844/2218/iy1v.jpg

Aussie Acan #2

http://imageshack.com/a/img197/3700/9ahh.jpg

Aussie Acan #3

http://imageshack.com/a/img34/9523/l1pw.jpg

[albert_dao]

Got a ton of SPS too! But no pics at the moment :(

[Wretch]

For first timers heading to the frag swap is there anything we need to bring besides our money? I already have wife approve coral list.:redface:

[Tn23]

Nice stuff Albert!
Wretch: Hmm i think you have everything covered besides a big cooler/bucket :)

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[The Guy]

How about name tags with our Canreef and or BCA user name on them, as well as our real names so people can get to know others that are attending.

:fadein: :tea: Comments anyone!

[Coral Hoarder]

How about name tags with our Canreef and or BCA user name on them, as well as our real names so people can get to know others that are attending.

:fadein: :tea: Comments anyone!

1+ on this I will be wearing a name tag :)

[canadawest]

I'm likely attending, so here are the frags I will be bringing...


Sinularia
https://www.dropbox.com/s/tbd1wppuw4yvnlb/2014-02-17%2016.11.10.jpg

https://www.dropbox.com/s/tbd1wppuw4yvnlb/2014-02-17%2016.11.10.jpg

Green Monti
https://www.dropbox.com/s/6gm7cils1abwy22/2014-02-17%2016.11.24.jpg

https://www.dropbox.com/s/6gm7cils1abwy22/2014-02-17%2016.11.24.jpg

Euphyllia (Green Hammer)
https://www.dropbox.com/s/o49hu6lr117nhrj/2014-02-17%2016.11.46.jpg

https://www.dropbox.com/s/o49hu6lr117nhrj/2014-02-17%2016.11.46.jpg

Looking forward to meeting others, trading and buying some great pieces, and enjoying the beer & sushi!

PS... Good idea Laurie, I'm OK with wearing a name tag.

PPS... Sorry for the URL links, I cannot seem to get the embedded images to show??? :(

[BubblesUp]

I'm looking forward to the Badminton Frag Swap (I have visions of everyone using their frags as birdies). I'm new at this with a small 20g compact fluorescent lit tank. I thought I'd add a few things that I'm looking for so feel free to PM me if you might be able to bring some of this stuff that most probably wouldn't think to bring to the swap. :mrgreen:

Macros - ornamentals, etc (still trying to find the non-aggressive fern-leaf Caulerpa)
Toadstool - smaller green or other interesting colour than yellow/cream
Anemone - Smaller. I'm looking to get 2 occellaris in the future.
Montipora - Green purple edge, red, etc (apparently it will take the lower light)

I'm interested to see the Zoas & Palys that'll be there.I'll wear a name tag
:painting:

[canadawest]

Forgot to add I'll also bring some GSP...

Green Star Polyps
https://www.dropbox.com/sc/l5gfenfof3imrci/EiJeGtmQs1

https://www.dropbox.com/sc/l5gfenfof3imrci/EiJeGtmQs1

[Tn23]

Good idea Laurie. Just like last time at richs' s house. Name tags really help put name's to faces. I'll be bringing name tags for everyone to write on :)

Great looking additions to add to the frag list.

Also I've had a few PMs regarding how the frag swap works. For those that are new or have never attended a frag swap. Please feel free to come even thought you have no intentions of buying or swapping anything. This is open for everyone to enjoy. You are more then welcome to bring your frags/Corals you'd like to sell or trade. Otherwise if you have nothing to offer I am sure others would gladly trade for some cash or a beer. It's great to have everyone out all at once, enjoy all the nice eye candy the locals have and perhaps share some aquarium secrets. Oh not to mention all the free prizes that will be given out that day! :D

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[albert_dao]

And sushi. Don't forget sushi.

[SeaHorse_Fanatic]

enjoy all the nice eye candy

Oooh la la. I didn't know it was that kind of party. Awesome, everything is awesome. (Lego Movie themesong):wink:

[r212019]

I'm interested in purchasing a rasta zoa if anyone has some.

[albert_dao]

I'm interested in purchasing a rasta zoa if anyone has some.

Tons. I'll bring a few.

[duncangweller]

Anyone need frags of birds nest? I have 3 colonies of it and would like to thin it out. Or if you want a colony for that matter, let me know.

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[dcw1sfu]

New to the forum but gonna try and make it. Sounds like fun, already met a couple of you through some recent purchases.

[Reeferluke]

I could use some birdsnest. Also some fruitloops zoas. I don't have anything for trade expect for cash, but I have a long list of wants for a couple of people not on the forum.

[r212019]

I'm also interested in some fruit loops zoa, as well maybe some fire and ice

[Wretch]

Well guess I will put out my wife approved coral list. Hoping to find some of these. Wont have anything to trade but cash.

Zoas/Palys
- Devils Armor
- Pineapple Express
- Miami Vice
- God of War
- Nuclear Greens
- Peacocks
- Purple Death
- Electric Pink Boogaloo
- Tubbs Blue
- Captain America

LPS
- Euphyllia

[brittanyk]

Wow everyone has suggested more zoas I totally forgot about! I second all the zoa/paly requests lol will bring cash, but looking for smaller frags as the budget is limiting :)


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[Slyguy00]

Does anybody have any frags of purple stylo they are bringing? My gf has been looking for some for awhile.

[WarDog]

Bump... 6 more sleeps!

[Timbits]

Hi everyone!

I have some clowns available at an AWESOME SPECIAL PRICE only for this event!
I only have a few of each kind available and I will NOT be bringing any with me unless you ask me to so please PM me if you would like some! :biggrin:
Trades welcome of course! That's whats its all about!

Here's what I have available:

note: not my pictures but similar

Orange Nemo

http://www.orafarm.com/images/products/fish/clowns/ocellaris_lg.jpg

Extreme misbar orange Nemo

http://www.orafarm.com/images/products/fish/clowns/extrememisbar_lg.jpg

Black Ocellaris

http://www.orafarm.com/images/products/fish/clowns/blackocellaris_lg.jpg

Black Ice Snowflake

http://www.orafarm.com/images/products/fish/clowns/blkicesnow_lg.jpg

http://glassbox-design.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/ORA-Black-Ice-Semi-Snowflake.jpg




Thanks All!

[KPG007]

Alright, it looks like I will be there!!

I will bring some SPS frags. Here is a list of some of them:

Pink / Purple Pocci - $15 Small, $20 Large
Green Pocci - $15
NEW! - Pocci double! Purple AND Green growing together! 2 Frags - $20 each
Sunset Monti (I don't usually list this for sale in my posts) - $15 Small, $20 large

If you see anything in my previous sale (HERE (http://www.canreef.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=104472)), I can probably get a frag for you. As most of this will be fresh cut, I will only bring what is ordered.

Thanks, and see you at the swap!
Kelly

[GoFish]

I have some that have been requested above and some others...
Please PM your specific request

WYSIWYG, for the most part... some may have more as it will have been over a week since photos taken :)

Golden Supernovas - $40 (9 heads)
Purple Death - $50 (10 heads)
Cheerios - $50 (60 heads+)
Green Implosion - $30 (30 heads)
Raspberry Limeades - $60 (10 heads)
Miami Vice - $40 (7 heads)
Fruit Loops - $60 (12 heads)
Pinwheels - $35 (14 heads)
Fire and Ice - $25 (15 heads)
Gold Dust - $15 (25 heads)
Watermelon Delight - $45 (15 heads)
Safe Crackers + Blow Pops - $60 (90+ 5 heads)
Peacocks - $15 (3 heads)(2 x 3 head frags available, and are the only ones that were recently made)
Emerald Forest - $20 (9 heads)
Eagle Eyes - $30 (18 heads)
http://i.imgur.com/bqjGbmC.gif

[BCBigWolf & Pack]

Son and I will be attending if this snow lets up. Are youngsters welcome? my son is 12? Will anyone there have reef safe starfish there?:biggrin:

[BCBigWolf & Pack]

Anyone need frags of birds nest? I have 3 colonies of it and would like to thin it out. Or if you want a colony for that matter, let me know.

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Hi, interested in birdsnest if price is right and if it'll survive with T5 lighting. PM me please

[albert_dao]

Son and I will be attending if this snow lets up. Are youngsters welcome? my son is 12? Will anyone there have reef safe starfish there?:biggrin:

Totally cool to bring your son :)

I can bring you a Fromia monolis. They're a bit advanced though. How old is your tank?

[BCBigWolf & Pack]

Totally cool to bring your son :)

I can bring you a Fromia monolis. They're a bit advanced though. How old is your tank?
Tank has been established for a couple of years

[acepumping]

Hey Wolf. Did you want me to bring you a rbta?

[acepumping]

ZOAS- hey guys, i will be bringing some of these greenish yellow/purplycenters with yellow eyes.. let me know if you guys want any.. the brown ones are nice centers and eyes if anybody wants cheap ones

green/purples- $2 pr head, depending on frag size. or $10.00-20.00 pr frag.
(some frags have 15-20 heads. those will be $20)
WE WILL WORK IT ALL OUT!

brown skirt/ with nice centers- $5.00 a frag minimum 10 heads

pm or txt me 604-785-0357

dave

[Coral Hoarder]

lol thoes are the same ones im bringing lol

[mohammadali]

anyone got neon GSP ? i bought of a reefer couple years ago but never found like that gsp anymore

is there any public transit to badminton ?

[acepumping]

i have miles of it.. literally.. txt me 604-785-0357

[acepumping]

here it is. i have lots of frags or rocks of it in other tanks too
good size chunk $10.00
txt me 604-785-0357

[Coral Hoarder]

http://i1014.photobucket.com/albums/af269/scotttang1/29%20bio%20cube/_20140227_170513_zpsncxsulm5.jpg (http://s1014.photobucket.com/user/scotttang1/media/29%20bio%20cube/_20140227_170513_zpsncxsulm5.jpg.html)
http://i1014.photobucket.com/albums/af269/scotttang1/72%20gal%20reef%20build/IMG_20140227_142950_zpsvorzdlae.jpg (http://s1014.photobucket.com/user/scotttang1/media/72%20gal%20reef%20build/IMG_20140227_142950_zpsvorzdlae.jpg.html)

[Ryanerickson]

This is what I have for the swap guys all coming from a healthy sps dominated tank let me know what you want thanks ryan



http://www.canreef.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=105275

[Coral Hoarder]

if any one meeting me needs my number its 6048037902

[tang daddy]

I'll be bringing frags of:

My Clemantine zoas $10-15
dragon eyes $10
Magicians $10
Nuclear green $15
Purple death $10
Captain America $20

All prices are for frags some have single or some with more polyps ranging from 1-5 polyps depending on which one.

[Tn23]

Just a reminder for everyone. There's going to be a frag tank for everyone to put their items into for display. If you have something you'd like to sell or trade, please feel free to bring it out and I'm sure someone will want it. Looks like we should have a big turnout. Everything should be setup and running by noon. However everyone is welcome to stop by earlier to hang out. We should be there setting things up at 11 am.

Don't forget about the raffle. There will be lots of sweet door prizes and give aways! Cya all there tomorrow!

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[The Guy]

I'm going to be bringing egg crate pieces in various sizes for anyone who wants to make up frag racks. prices depend on the size you choose 6-7"x 48' is the biggest piece I'll have there for $5, smaller pieces are available as well for $2 to $4 a piece.

[Wheelman76]

I'm going to be bringing egg crate pieces in various sizes for anyone who wants to make up frag racks. prices depend on the size you choose 6-7"x 48' is the biggest piece I'll have there for $5, smaller pieces are available as well for $2 to $4 a piece.

48 feet of egg crate? Damn thats a lot of egg crate Laurie lol

[nerdz]

Hi,

Just a heads up on some of the corals I'm after:

I'd be interested in:

Aussie duncan frag,
Acans,
candycane, (lost my neon green colony when my return pump failed...
Bright rhodactis mushrooms
Gorgonias

Cheers!

[albert_dao]

Hi,

Just a heads up on some of the corals I'm after:

I'd be interested in:

Aussie duncan frag,
Acans,
candycane, (lost my neon green colony when my return pump failed...
Bright rhodactis mushrooms
Gorgonias

Cheers!


I can bring Duncans, some Acans and possibly the Gorgs. I have ORA Grubbs if you're interested.

[baddyvan]

I would be interested in getting some hammer coral. I'll be bringing some purple gorgonian, xenia, red people eaters.

[mikepclo]

Will have these 2 packs available

Pack A
RR Blizzard, Forest Fire, Crayola Plana, Tricolor Bonsai, Blue Tort, Setosa, Purple tip Tenius

http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a593/m_i_k_i_e/2014-02-28%2021.34.05_zpsiycnllir.jpg (http://s1285.photobucket.com/user/m_i_k_i_e/media/2014-02-28%2021.34.05_zpsiycnllir.jpg.html)


Pack B
Purple tip Tenius, Crayola Plana, Lime to Sky, Green Birdsnest, Setosa, Red Planet, Tricolor Bonsai.

http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a593/m_i_k_i_e/2014-02-28%2021.33.36_zpsq0ig9ycv.jpg (http://s1285.photobucket.com/user/m_i_k_i_e/media/2014-02-28%2021.33.36_zpsq0ig9ycv.jpg.html)


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[nerdz]

I would be interested in getting some hammer coral. I'll be bringing some purple gorgonian, xenia, red people eaters.

I have hammer and could trade it for a gorg frag if you're interested.

Cheers
Rob

[Tn23]

Wow mike. Great sps. Those packs will be gone in no time!

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[Wheelman76]

Wow mike. Great sps. Those packs will be gone in no time!

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+1 very nice!!

[Din Gior]

I will bring some zoas

Goochsters

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-uqtIZPEoi6U/UxGFgbXwBfI/AAAAAAAAOF8/DsgcpvDekP4/s720/Goochsters.JPG

Blue Agave

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tizCo86nof0/UxGFgRSwsGI/AAAAAAAAOF4/he-TZLPvrjI/s576/agave.JPG

Enigma

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-nVOe1CPYt7Q/UxGFpjZUnqI/AAAAAAAAOGE/s0W02-npn3E/s576/enigma.JPG

Enigma

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_Bp04SFP9-U/UxGF3VfgF1I/AAAAAAAAOGQ/wuxq1ikGUic/s640/enigma5.JPG

Enigma combo

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-WJHT0Hr3eXc/UxGF3564CNI/AAAAAAAAOGU/KzhesZWIUO4/s576/enigmacombo.JPG

Magna

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-IqXVHGOyLos/UxGGRhsY6LI/AAAAAAAAOGk/nvUd1Bc70Ow/s640/magna.JPG

Red Paly
https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-81dXcFSKPJE/UxGGsmrVVaI/AAAAAAAAOG0/vw4kYo6LxjA/s576/redpaly.JPG

Golden Supernova

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-OhoGeHvEEuw/UxGGKI2YwAI/AAAAAAAAOGc/5n6r9lcTGEo/s576/supernova.JPG


"Vice" Zoas

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-qLd7vx_h9kQ/UxGGoZ5xQmI/AAAAAAAAOGs/HPlBcqRSXsw/s640/vise.JPG

[canadawest]

In addition to the corals I'm planning on bringing (see page 6) I'll also have with me the following hardware (which is also listed in the B&S Hardware Forum)

Tunze DOC 9010 Protein Skimmer

Tunze Turbelle Stream 6060 Powerhead

MAG 9.5 pump

Looking forward to meeting everyone tomorrow...

[baddyvan]

Menu for the frag swap

http://www.badminton-vancouver.com/relax/lounge-restaurant/

The sushi in the lounge is absolutely excellent, especially the specialty rolls :biggrin:

[baddyvan]

Swap is taking place upstairs in the lounge, not on the badminton courts:

http://ronsombilongalleryphotography.com/p413586091/h11603339#h11603339

Please be respectful of the restaurant and avoid bringing in outside food/drink.

[SeaHorse_Fanatic]

I will be bringing large frags of neon green favia (I have pics on my Note 3) and christmas favia.

Also a few random frags of zoas (Dragon's eye) and maybe some softies.

If I have time, I'll frag off a nice piece of photosynthetic gorg.

Will be bringing my 3' metal halide with T5 unit for sale - $100. Great light.

Anthony

[SeaHorse_Fanatic]

Posting at 4 in the morning bad idea. So the large Favia frags I'm bringing are actually Aussie Neon Green favia (I have pics on my Note 3 I can text) and Aussie Reverse Christmas or Joker Favia. This latter one is red ridges and bright blue-green centers. Only have 3 lg, 1 med frag of the Aussie Neon Green and 2 lg, 1 med frag of the Reverse Christmas Favia.

I'll see what else I can frag up before I leave in the morning.

Anthony

[Tn23]

Don't forget to bring your coolers and buckets guys! Cya all there!

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[strider]

What time is the frag swap running until???


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[spit.fire]

What time is the frag swap running until???


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6pm

[Mega]

6pm

Better check with Thomas or Albert before going. They might pack up early as most people already went down at noon.

[spit.fire]

Ya it's pretty much done now, just wrapping up

[Tn23]

Everything was sold/traded too quickly! Thanks for coming out guys. This was a very successful first time. Albert and I are planning to organize more of these mini frag swaps more often. (Let us know what you guys think)

Great way to put a face to all the forum names and hang out and talk reef.

Congrats to the winners of all the prize packs, thanks timbits for the awesome clowns (I'm still jealous kelly!). Also a big thanks to oceanic for the gift certificate. Lastly thanks to badminton Vancouver for letting us use their facilities and for the amazing sushi.

Photos to come soon!

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[Tn23]

Happy birthday Tyler and thanks for the last minute frag tank stand. Great job!

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[BubblesUp]

Made it there an hour late. Great setup, good attendance. Thanks for organizing the event. Kudos. :nod:

[nerdz]

Thanks for organizing guys!


Seems like a central location with lots of parking that works for most people in GRVD.

Hopefully we ate enough sushi and drank enough to justify taking over the lounge for the afternoon...

Thanks again!

[acepumping]

Happy b day Tyler. .. thanks for organizing guys. It was my first one.. really enjoyed It

WHO WON??LOL

[albert_dao]

So a HUUUUUUGE Thank You to everyone who showed up! That was an incredible turnout. Thomas, Tyler and I were completely blindsided by the amount of interest and enthusiasm that was brought on by everyone who came by!

I'd like to specifically mention and give special praise to Derrick and Peter at the Lounge for letting all of us crowd (and I mean CROWD) their lounge. Awesome, just awesome, guys! Big round of applause -- we couldn't even have dreamed of doing something like this without your support!

Another HUGE thank you to Tim for bringing in that beautiful pair of clowns for the door prize! They were amazing and I know I was hyped beyond words when they showed up :D

Great show up everyone! Lots of fun and lots of laughs :D

Oh yah, for anyone who's looking for killer sushi -- you don't have to play badminton to stop by! :D :D :D :D

[GoFish]

Thanks to everyone who was involved in putting the event on today! It was nice meeting some of you and seeing familiar faces. Great community, I look forward to being involved in the hobby for years to come

Cheers

MmmmGoodSushi

[duncangweller]

Gutted I missed it. Hurry up and organize another one soon

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[SeaHorse_Fanatic]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. Had a great time. Spent way more than I sold, but oh well, well worth it. Got some great pieces, including two more smal Dendro colonies to grow out, an awesome red flowerpot and 3 nice acans, 3 more hammers, plus soooo much more. If you didn't make it today, not to rub it in, but you missed out big time. Huge kudos to Albert, Thomas and Tyler for organizing this fun event. Looking forward to the next one already, hehehehe.

[The Guy]

:thumb:Totally enjoyed the frag swap & sale meet, the turn out was awesome and was well organized by Albert, Thomas and Tyler. Nice place to have it as well and I even had a California roll. Looking forward to the next one.

[KPG007]

Awesome job guys! Very well organized, great location and a lot of beautiful corals for sale. Already looking forward to the next one!

Thanks
Kelly






PS - These guys are looking great in my tank: :mrgreen::mrgreen::mrgreen:

Black Ice Snowflake
http://www.orafarm.com/images/products/fish/clowns/blkicesnow_lg.jpg

Thanks for the awesome prize Tim!

[strider]

Thanks guys! I came late but still got some good frags :)
thanks guys.


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[canadawest]

Ditto to all of the above comments.

Great job by Thomas, Albert & Tyler to organize and run so well! Excellent turn out, great prizes, great venue (good sushi & beer!) and of course fantastic to get nice corals at reasonable prices (which was the point, right?) :biggrin:

Was wonderful to meet many of you and buy & sell some corals. Also looking forward to the next event.

[Tn23]

Sorry for the delayed photos, but here they are.
Once again Amazing success for our first swap, a big thanks to everyone that came out and also to all the sponsors and Tyler & Albert for all the hard work.

We are trying to talk to the sponsor that let us use the venue to perhaps allow us to host a swap every couple of months. (like someone mentioned, the sushi and the beer combo is great with the frag swap)

Coral holding frag tank
http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af299/ngthomas23/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_112111_zps724d9a3a.jpg (http://s1017.photobucket.com/user/ngthomas23/media/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_112111_zps724d9a3a.jpg.html)

Lots of goodies brought in by all the locals
http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af299/ngthomas23/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_115227_zps3c043e37.jpg (http://s1017.photobucket.com/user/ngthomas23/media/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_115227_zps3c043e37.jpg.html)

getting pretty busy:
http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af299/ngthomas23/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_121144_zpsac80e857.jpg (http://s1017.photobucket.com/user/ngthomas23/media/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_121144_zpsac80e857.jpg.html)

guess everyone was too busy to take advantage and play the darts game in the back?
http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af299/ngthomas23/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_121150_zps958cd115.jpg (http://s1017.photobucket.com/user/ngthomas23/media/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_121150_zps958cd115.jpg.html)

more room for the next frag swap.... we almost ran out of space
http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af299/ngthomas23/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_122937_zpsfd28878e.jpg (http://s1017.photobucket.com/user/ngthomas23/media/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_122937_zpsfd28878e.jpg.html)

The raffles and door prizes were fun?
http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af299/ngthomas23/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_123405_zps7a6cd62c.jpg (http://s1017.photobucket.com/user/ngthomas23/media/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_123405_zps7a6cd62c.jpg.html)

everyone trying to snipe what they can
http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af299/ngthomas23/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_123408_zps57a146b2.jpg (http://s1017.photobucket.com/user/ngthomas23/media/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_123408_zps57a146b2.jpg.html)

Busy making them trades :mrgreen:
http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af299/ngthomas23/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_133650_zps8ad85b7a.jpg (http://s1017.photobucket.com/user/ngthomas23/media/Corals/Frag_Swap_March_1_2014/20140301_133650_zps8ad85b7a.jpg.html)

*sorry forgot to take a photo of the food/amazing sushi. If anyone has a photo please share, the Chef Peter there makes some crazy fancy rolls.

Enjoy! ~Thomas

[PaulCheung]

Thank you for organizing such a great event!
Loved it! Also love the acans I won in the draw.

Thanks

[Din Gior]

Thank you guys for organizing that. Was nice to meet all of you guys. Special thanks to Oceanic Corals for the prize :)

[baddyvan]

http://s4.postimg.org/na3pbjxwp/sushi1.jpg

http://s4.postimg.org/hzyqk9dnt/sushi2.jpg

http://s4.postimg.org/ufvge06zt/sushi3.jpg

http://s4.postimg.org/7fot1o961/sushi4.jpg

It was a lot of fun hosting this event. Thanks Salty23 for handling all my sales, I know it got a little hectic at times. Thanks nerdz for the lovely hammer coral. Looking forward to the next one!

[Timbits]

Just want to say thanks to Thomas, Albert, and Tyler for organizing such a fun event! I had a lot of fun, the food and beer was great, and was especially happy to be apart of your event prize pool. Congrats again Kelly on winning the pair of clowns! now for some pics!!! :mrgreen:

[albert_dao]

And Derek and Peter! Don't forget those guys for letting us host!