Author Topic: February's meeting (Read 17715 times)

slandis3 · « **on:** January 21, 2010, 11:39:09 »

Februaryâ€™s meeting will be at ghurlagâ€™s house

Saturday, Feb 27 @ 3pm

Address is:

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Guests can bring some snacks and drinks (my wife will likely make something tasty). Extra chairs would be nice.

Please post if you will make it and how many you are bringing with you.

HUNGER · « **Reply #1 on:** January 21, 2010, 16:13:16 »

ill be there

xXTheWendigoXx · « **Reply #2 on:** January 31, 2010, 19:39:15 »

I THINK I will be there. Got friends coming in from out of town but I think they leave that day... I'll check before I RSVP for certain. Hope that's the morning they're leaving (not that I wouldn't want them around longer

)

ghurlag · « **Reply #3 on:** January 31, 2010, 20:04:13 »

I'll post some instructions soon. It's not hard to find. I'll even have things in my tank to look at by the time the meeting gets here

HUNGER · « **Reply #4 on:** January 31, 2010, 20:09:15 »

cool cant wait to see ur setup

wolfeden3 · « **Reply #5 on:** February 03, 2010, 00:00:54 »

i will be there count on me and only me!!!! I won't miss this one....
Garry Wolfe

hamiltro · « **Reply #6 on:** February 03, 2010, 00:19:00 »

Me + family

xXTheWendigoXx · « **Reply #7 on:** February 03, 2010, 11:44:38 »

Quote from: ghurlag on January 31, 2010, 20:04:13

I'll even have things in my tank to look at by the time the meeting gets here

Here's some rocks... here's some sand at the bottom... all that clear stuff in the middle is water...

ghurlag · « **Reply #8 on:** February 03, 2010, 12:41:06 »

Wait... The water's supposed to be clear? Crap

aquatic mouse · « **Reply #9 on:** February 03, 2010, 16:34:07 »

Quote from: ghurlag on February 03, 2010, 12:41:06

Wait... The water's supposed to be clear? Crap

lol!

Btw, I'm still trying to get someone to cover my shift. I'm trying to be there!

HUNGER · « **Reply #10 on:** February 03, 2010, 17:16:41 »

Quote from: ghurlag on February 03, 2010, 12:41:06

Wait... The water's supposed to be clear? Crap

ummm should be but just say all ur corals are breeding lol

ghurlag · « **Reply #11 on:** February 03, 2010, 17:27:53 »

In actuality, my water is crystal clear, possibly to a fault. My xenias aren't pulsing so much now, and I've read that it could be because the skimmer is taking all the dissolved nutrients out, which xenias like. Of course, with the damsel relocated, the bioload has decreased, but I'm remedying that soon with the addition of some swimmers.

ghurlag · « **Reply #12 on:** February 03, 2010, 17:32:26 »

Okay, so, directions... I'm posting a link to the MapQuest directions I created. You'll note that I have it starting from the McDonald's on the opposite side of I-75 from my house, but that was just for directions from I-75:

http://www.mapquest.com/mq/5-jDd*UXgnDDcNJxrV

ghurlag · « **Reply #13 on:** February 03, 2010, 17:35:58 »

Okay, the link didn't keep my directions. To get directions from I-75 to my house, follow the above link, and then enter the following as the start address:

Mc Donald's
3570 Commerce Dr, Franklin, OH 45005

It will draw you a nice, pretty map taking 122 West from I-75 (exit 32)

HUNGER · « **Reply #14 on:** February 03, 2010, 17:38:33 »

cool thanx

xXTheWendigoXx · « **Reply #15 on:** February 03, 2010, 23:35:28 »

Quote from: ghurlag on February 03, 2010, 12:41:06

Wait... The water's supposed to be clear? Crap

What do you mean I'm not supposed to use well water?

ghurlag · « **Reply #16 on:** February 07, 2010, 12:10:10 »

If we still have a club, I am still hosting the February meeting. Let's just make it a hang out and talk meeting or something. A sharing of ideas about reef aquariums. Bring drinks (ALL drinks are welcome in my house

), and something snacky or desserty if you are into that sort of thing. Maybe I can get "Finding Nemo" on Blu Ray

HUNGER · « **Reply #17 on:** February 07, 2010, 15:48:45 »

ill still come and check out ur tank if we have a club or not

Rayman · « **Reply #18 on:** February 07, 2010, 16:35:19 »

i hope to will rsvp soon.

~reefchik~ · « **Reply #19 on:** February 07, 2010, 21:21:30 »

Wrote it on my calendar. I'm tired of trying to imagine what you people look like IRL

HUNGER · « **Reply #20 on:** February 07, 2010, 21:59:53 »

Quote from: ~reefchik~ on February 07, 2010, 21:21:30

Wrote it on my calendar. I'm tired of trying to imagine what you people look like IRL

you mite not want to know lol

stickboy_107 · « **Reply #21 on:** February 07, 2010, 22:04:29 »

We will be there, so count us as 2. Can't wait to see your tank.

xXTheWendigoXx · « **Reply #22 on:** February 08, 2010, 01:21:45 »

Still waiting on word from visitors but I'm pretty sure I'll be there ^^

ohioreef · « **Reply #23 on:** February 08, 2010, 08:28:20 »

Quote from: ghurlag on February 07, 2010, 12:10:10

If we still have a club, I am still hosting the February meeting.

Never fear...even if the club went belly up I'd keep the forum going.

chromiumlux · « **Reply #24 on:** February 13, 2010, 21:52:45 »

Will try to make this one.

aquatic mouse · « **Reply #25 on:** February 18, 2010, 15:41:33 »

I finally got my shift covered. I'll be there!

ghurlag · « **Reply #26 on:** February 18, 2010, 22:07:14 »

Yay!

UDflyer00 · « **Reply #27 on:** February 18, 2010, 22:23:29 »

Can bring little ones to this gathering??

Rbunk13 · « **Reply #28 on:** February 19, 2010, 09:24:09 »

I'm gonna try to make it as well.

ghurlag · « **Reply #29 on:** February 19, 2010, 13:24:46 »

Kids are 100% welcome

. Just make sure they go home with you

aquatic mouse · « **Reply #30 on:** February 19, 2010, 22:29:57 »

Quote from: ghurlag on February 19, 2010, 13:24:46

Kids are 100% welcome . Just make sure they go home with you

LOL!

UDflyer00 · « **Reply #31 on:** February 23, 2010, 20:46:15 »

Wife is heading out of town with my oldest daughter for a cheer competition so the boys and I should be able to make it...

3 total

If something changes i'll post up.

Thanks,
Mark

ghurlag · « **Reply #32 on:** February 23, 2010, 21:21:09 »

Okay, so here is who I have on record as attending.

Hunger
xXTheWendigoXx + 1(tentative)
wolfeden3
Hamiltro + 1.5
~reefchik~
stickboy_107 + 1 (sticks_wife)
chromiumlux (tentative)
aquatic_mouse
Rbunk13
UDFflyer00 + 2

In total, as far as adults go, it appears we will have ~12. There will be a baby, my son, and UDFlyer00's lil ones. My wife is (that I know of) making meatballs and fudge. There are some other things, too. If you would like to bring something snacky, or a two liter of pop, or other adult beverages, you are more than welcome.

Anyone else who's not on the list, just let me know by replying to this topic. Just don't want anyone to go hungry or not have a place to site

lilleigh · « **Reply #33 on:** February 23, 2010, 21:38:41 »

My husband and four kids would like to attend if possible!

jd · « **Reply #34 on:** February 23, 2010, 21:39:58 »

Count me in.

ghurlag · « **Reply #35 on:** February 23, 2010, 21:50:11 »

As far as I am concerned, everyone is welcome. Address and directions are a little further back in this thread.

So, tentative totals:

Adults up to ~15 adults and a bunch of hooligans

cyberwollf · « **Reply #36 on:** February 23, 2010, 22:09:11 »

Me +1 probably

Reefd Up · « **Reply #37 on:** February 23, 2010, 22:12:11 »

Me +1 probably

cyberwollf · « **Reply #38 on:** February 23, 2010, 22:15:24 »

Quote from: Reef'd Up on February 23, 2010, 22:12:11

Me +1 probably

Copy cat

ghurlag · « **Reply #39 on:** February 23, 2010, 22:16:54 »

Cool, so I'm going to count on 15-20. Anything on the agenda that a TV/compy interface would be necessary, or are we just going to chill?

~reefchik~ · « **Reply #40 on:** February 25, 2010, 15:42:33 »

Am I one of the hooligans?

no wait, don't answer that

ghurlag · « **Reply #41 on:** February 25, 2010, 17:59:07 »

Steph, that remainds to be determined

xXTheWendigoXx · « **Reply #42 on:** February 26, 2010, 10:18:43 »

Bad news: I won't be able to make it

Good news: Because my friend who came in from out of town officially got in to the PhD program at Miami (OH) she was gunning for and we are celebrating

Bad news: I was REALLY looking forward to fudge

ghurlag · « **Reply #43 on:** February 26, 2010, 11:19:10 »

Congrats to your friend! I'll take the bullet and eat your share of the fudge

HUNGER · « **Reply #44 on:** February 26, 2010, 17:13:27 »

ya i wont be able to make it with the snow comeing in

ghurlag · « **Reply #45 on:** February 26, 2010, 17:53:48 »

Go make some money and buy me something nice and we'll call it even

Reefd Up · « **Reply #46 on:** February 26, 2010, 18:01:17 »

Any of the board member candidates showing up? Sheesh! Slackers already!

ghurlag · « **Reply #47 on:** February 26, 2010, 18:07:43 »

I know those of you up north are looking at some snow problems. Let me know if you won't be able to make it. My wife is going to start cooking tomorrow at some point.

Also, if you know that you are bringing something such as a side dish or dessert, beer, liquor, pop, etc.

Anyone have a topic to cover or are we just gonna wing it and hang out? I have LEDs and my circuit platform to play with, for you DIY-ers/electrical engineers.

I am looking forward to it!

Reefd Up · « **Reply #48 on:** February 26, 2010, 18:13:27 »

I recommend hanging out unless someone has a specific request. Having a demonstration/presentation every single meeting gets tedious. This looks like it'll be a smaller meeting, so it'll give the new members a chance to hang out and feel welcome - not overwhelmed and with no one to talk to (which is why we sometimes do presentations - so new members won't feel left out).

jd · « **Reply #49 on:** February 26, 2010, 18:30:05 »

I'll bring my skimmer!

ghurlag · « **Reply #50 on:** February 26, 2010, 18:34:00 »

I can use my 10g as an example of how NOT to set up a tank

But my yellow damsel calls it home

Reefd Up · « **Reply #51 on:** February 27, 2010, 10:13:17 »

JD, we're planning on going to a lot of the LFS while we're out and the meeting if you want to carpool with us. Looks like a 40+ minute drive down there, so I figured you might want a ride.

But, we'll be out a while.

Coral Squad · « **Reply #52 on:** February 27, 2010, 11:23:30 »

thinking of making a drive??

ghurlag · « **Reply #53 on:** February 27, 2010, 11:35:54 »

Nikki, what places are you planning on hitting while you are down this way?

Reefd Up · « **Reply #54 on:** February 27, 2010, 11:51:24 »

We were just discussing that. I think we're going to leave in a couple of minutes. I know we're going to Marine Solutions (need salt), probably the Jack's by MS (we always hit it up just to look at more stuff), possibly Coral Ranch if there's time (they open at 2 and the meeting is at 3), maybe Coral Pets (if I can convince Will), and maybe Gerbers & Aquatic Specialists on the way back. Dunno...just depends what I can convince Will to go to.

HUNGER · « **Reply #55 on:** February 27, 2010, 11:53:50 »

Quote from: ghurlag on February 26, 2010, 17:53:48

Go make some money and buy me something nice and we'll call it even

will do lol

ghurlag · « **Reply #56 on:** February 27, 2010, 11:59:58 »

Quote from: Reef'd Up on February 27, 2010, 11:51:24

We were just discussing that. I think we're going to leave in a couple of minutes. I know we're going to Marine Solutions (need salt), probably the Jack's by MS (we always hit it up just to look at more stuff), possibly Coral Ranch if there's time (they open at 2 and the meeting is at 3), maybe Coral Pets (if I can convince Will), and maybe Gerbers & Aquatic Specialists on the way back. Dunno...just depends what I can convince Will to go to.

Sounds like most if my weekends since the beginning of the year with my family

This is the first weekend that there isn't any sort of aquatic excursion (other than the meeting) scheduled. I might end up at Marine Solutions next weekend for some zoas, though... gotta keep the tradition alive

See you soon!

cyberwollf · « **Reply #57 on:** February 27, 2010, 12:12:17 »

does anyone have any of the write on, stick on nametags? How many folks are comming that have never been to a meeting?

ghurlag · « **Reply #58 on:** February 27, 2010, 12:20:05 »

That's a good point. I thought of that in January when I didn't know anyone... I have already been to the store, so won't be going back out since we are still tidying the house. If someone does bring them, I recommend we have our Forum AND real names on the name tags.

aquatic mouse · « **Reply #59 on:** February 27, 2010, 12:30:46 »

I'm going to go to Coral Pets and Marine Solutions. I haven't been to either before. Unfortunately I spent too much yesterday (Aquatic Specialists) and the day before (Coral Ranch), so I don't think I'll be able to convince the hubby into letting me buy anything.

ohioreef · « **Reply #60 on:** February 27, 2010, 13:13:20 »

Quote from: aquatic mouse on February 27, 2010, 12:30:46

Unfortunately I spent too much yesterday (Aquatic Specialists)

What'd you get?

jd · « **Reply #61 on:** February 27, 2010, 13:19:54 »

For the record, I wasn't Ingorning Nikki, I just woke up...

cyberwollf · « **Reply #62 on:** February 27, 2010, 13:54:10 »

i just put a dozen of my homebrew oatmeal stout in the fridge. i havent tried the batch yet, i'll try one before i come and if it passes i'll bring them

~reefchik~ · « **Reply #63 on:** February 27, 2010, 14:12:17 »

Quote from: cyberwollf on February 27, 2010, 12:12:17

does anyone have any of the write on, stick on nametags? How many folks are comming that have never been to a meeting?

I will bring some.

ghurlag · « **Reply #64 on:** February 27, 2010, 14:20:20 »

Yay Wes and Yay Steph!

Jessica is in the kitchen slaving away (she really loves it). We have meatballs, fudge, something else and something else that I am too lazy to hollar up and see what... I have a cooler full of Corona, and some limes for those who are imbibers. There are also other adult beverages available if anyone is interested, but this is a fish club and not a wine club, so no pressure, and no encouragement on getting smashed. You are all welcome here for a time, but one the welcome wears out, I do want you to go back home

Or, in the immortal words of Semisonic's "Closing Time," "...You don't have to go home but you can't stay here."

Seriously, if we are having fun, everyone is encouraged to stay as long as they like

ghurlag · « **Reply #65 on:** February 27, 2010, 20:19:18 »

Thanks to everyone that came to the meeting today. Jessica was pleased to meet everyone, and I was once again pleased to chat about the hobby with everyone. Josh, your new woman misses you...

Rbunk13 · « **Reply #66 on:** February 27, 2010, 20:23:19 »

Thanks for having us brian. Was great to put some faces with the names. Was nice to meet everyone who attended.

ghurlag · « **Reply #67 on:** February 27, 2010, 20:34:28 »

Meeting Minutes:

3:00 Brian played prank by parking cars down street to allow for parking, tricked Rbunk13 into thinking no one was home

3:30 Most attendees show up. Hanging out begins

3:45 Everyone eats and drinks, manages NOT to destroy new carpet

4:00 Josh brings in MDS skimmer and runs in my 10g damsel tank, converts ENTIRE TANK into skimmer chamber (subsequent analysis shows that skimmer is extremely effective; Wes takes picture)

4:15 Josh and Wes collectively inform me that the light on my tank barely registers on PAR meter. 30 Watt CFL pull chain lights puts my MH to shame

4:30-5"ish" Member raffle. No fist fights break out (this is a plus

)

5 and after Members slowly meander toward the door, Josh declares jealousy that my tank is so clear, we conclude it is because my PAR doesn't facilitate much nuisance algae growth, which in turn prevents Josh from stirring up my sump to create a mess.

I hope everyone had as great a time as I did

Kenn · « **Reply #68 on:** February 27, 2010, 20:38:35 »

Sounds great !

Sorry I missed it ... So you are web casting the next one for those of us who seem never to make it ? right ?

ghurlag · « **Reply #69 on:** February 27, 2010, 20:39:48 »

I could have done something like that with my hardware... We could have skyped

Reefd Up · « **Reply #70 on:** February 27, 2010, 22:25:17 »

LOL, thank you Brian for posting...loved the meeting minutes! I think we have our new club secretary!

(you think I kid...muahhahahhaaha)

Members attended: JD, Cyberwolff, Reef'd Up, Lost Floridian, ~ReefChik~, Aquatic Mouse, UDFlyer00, Hamiltro, Ghurlag, Rbunk13 (first meeting - WELCOME!), and of course wives, babies, cats, fish, and TONS of good food. (Did I miss anyone?)

Um, need some help here...I think we were all too busy enjoying ourselves:

Gift certificates:

Coral Ranch:
Aquatic Specialists: Ghurlag
Marine Solutions: JD
Coral Pets:
Birdsnest: Cyberwolff
Birdsnest: ~Reefchik~

ghurlag · « **Reply #71 on:** February 27, 2010, 22:29:19 »

Aquatic Specialists: Ghurlag

Aquatic Mouse got on of the "Corals" and Rbunk13 got the other, but I can't remember which got which

jd · « **Reply #72 on:** February 27, 2010, 22:32:38 »

Thanks for having us Brian! This was one of our best meetings yet!

Rayman · « **Reply #73 on:** February 27, 2010, 23:11:57 »

sorry i missed it

, hopefully next time.

hamiltro · « **Reply #74 on:** February 28, 2010, 07:56:32 »

It was fun and nice just hanging out, Glad I finally got to see the tank in person.

chromiumlux · « **Reply #75 on:** February 28, 2010, 08:52:57 »

Wish I could have made it. I am a big fan of the nano tanks. Perhaps, I could stop in some time if I am down that way.

Rbunk13 · « **Reply #76 on:** February 28, 2010, 08:54:45 »

yup aquatic mouse got the coral ranch gift cert. and I got the coral pets. Awesome!

ohioreef · « **Reply #77 on:** February 28, 2010, 09:43:57 »

Live webcast.....now there's a good idea!

HUNGER · « **Reply #78 on:** February 28, 2010, 12:00:16 »

yes it is

Quote from: ohioreef on February 28, 2010, 09:43:57

Live webcast.....now there's a good idea!

Kenn · « **Reply #79 on:** February 28, 2010, 13:27:33 »

Quote from: ohioreef on February 28, 2010, 09:43:57

Live webcast.....now there's a good idea!

Thank you

ghurlag · « **Reply #80 on:** February 28, 2010, 13:37:25 »

Andy, you are more than welcome to stop by anytime. The challenge is always finding me home, and not working, or doing homework or in class or...

Jessica (my wife) also enjoyed having everyone over

~reefchik~ · « **Reply #81 on:** February 28, 2010, 15:20:15 »

I really enjoyed it! It was great meeting those who attended.
And Jessica is a ROCK STAR in the kitchen, let me tell you guys who missed it.

I'm all excited still over my new little pink birdsnest frag! I've wanted some for so long but never felt like I had the lights for it.

Many thanks to Cyberwolff who brought the PAR meter over to my place after the meeting and took measurements of my tank (will post in my Pocillopora thread). After you guys left, I got busy. The frags are all now superglued in place, rockwork rearranged so that all SPS are in the top 4 inches of water now under the PC/LED combo. Super Glue gel is the bomb

And the only casualty was one tiny end of the birdsnest snapped off when the rock tipped slightly into another rock. All is well today.

I'm hosting July!!!!

Rbunk13 · « **Reply #82 on:** February 28, 2010, 18:05:49 »

LOL steph, Glad you are enjoying the birdsnest I gave up and then jd relunctantly did as well.

~reefchik~ · « **Reply #83 on:** March 02, 2010, 01:20:43 »

Yeah, I am blessing you guys now

When it grows all nice and pink and pretty I will share some with you both, how's that?

Rbunk13 · « **Reply #84 on:** March 03, 2010, 17:56:10 »

Sounds great! Look forward to it.

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