Still Meet?

[zenom]

Do you guys still meet? I am in Howell, looking to meet up with others.

[ReefTech]

which reef club are you referring to?

[zenom]

The lansing group. Sorry I thought it was a lansing only forum.

[CalmSeasQuest]

There's a few of us in Brighton/Howell - Put something together. I'll travel for good beer :D

[ReefTech]

I cant remember which one it is off the top of my head but I know theres one that meets at Pruess every now and then and they always announce the meetings here on the forum

[zenom]

I might have to do that. Maybe meet at Aubree's or Cleary's or something and talk. Then work on a regular meeting or something. Are there enough people in the Howell/Brighton/Hartland area? Maybe even arrange a field trip to some places on occasion.

[creefer]

Brighton here. I'm in for a meet. Let's all meet after the holidays.

[binford4000]

I might have to do that. Maybe meet at Aubree's or Cleary's or something and talk. Then work on a regular meeting or something. Are there enough people in the Howell/Brighton/Hartland area? Maybe even arrange a field trip to some places on occasion.

If memory serves me right Jimflies and MyNemisis are very involved in the Lansing MASAM that frequently meet at Preuss Pets.Not sure whats going on with their group since Beaker Bob passed away(RIP) but am sure a PM to either one would get you pointed in the right direction. I am in Farmington Hills but would be interested in a group of geeks drinking beer and yacking about reef tanks LOL :oldman:

[msumatt]

Hi,

I believe the Lansing club is called mid michigan marine club. I don't have any other club to reference, but I paid my dues and joined after the big swap last January, but it's now been 11 months later, and I was never informed of a single meeting or anything. I had joined to meet with others and learn more as I've only been in the hobby for about 3 years, but since I've never been informed of a meeting I don't plan on rejoining. :(

[MyNemesis]

We have a great group called the Mid-Michigan Marine Club. Our primary event is the swap (Michigan Coral Expo and Swap) we host each year with the Grand Rapids Marine Aquarium Society (GRMAS) We also host coral fragging events for our members where everyone takes home several nice corals. Our MMMC Reef stew is also famous and we prepare a great batch of the finest ingredients and distribute that to the members. All that for only $12.00 per year. Free admission to all swaps with reciprocity with the other clubs. Some years other events are held like summer party or a tour. I will honestly admit that the rapid decline and passing of Beaker Bob who was such an integral part and founding member of our organization kind of took the wind out of the sails this past several months. We have exciting events planned the next couple of months as we prepare for the February 16th Swap and look forward to seeing everyone again. This next year, we hope to take a road trip to the Drs. Foster and Swift Divers Den facility which will be available to our members. Hope everyone has a great Christmas!

[CalmSeasQuest]

I will honestly admit that the rapid decline and passing of Beaker Bob who was such an integral part and founding member of our organization kind of took the wind out of the sails this past several months.
I'm very saddened to learn of Bob's passed. He was a great guy and powerful proponent on responsible reefing.

[CalmSeasQuest]

:hungry::food::beer::drinking_buddies::wine:

In hopes of furthering the reef talk and beer drinking , might I suggest an initial gathering...

Announcing the first occasional Talk Reef, Eat And
Drink social event (TREAD)

Thursday 1/2/2014 - 6:00PM

I propose TREAD1 be held at 440Main (http://www.440mainst.com/) (formerly StoneFire Bistro) on Main street in Brighton (GREAT pizza, good beer and wine lists.) They also have a large glass room we can reserve if we get enough participation. We can then decide the locations for future get together's based on who attends.

Everyone is welcome - please let us know if you can attend and a head count so we can reserve the appropriate amount of space.

[jimsflies]

The Mid-Michigan Marine Club will have a meeting in January. This will likely be a fragging meeting, meaning we will cut some colonies and members will receive some frags.



Hi,

I believe the Lansing club is called mid michigan marine club. I don't have any other club to reference, but I paid my dues and joined after the big swap last January, but it's now been 11 months later, and I was never informed of a single meeting or anything. I had joined to meet with others and learn more as I've only been in the hobby for about 3 years, but since I've never been informed of a meeting I don't plan on rejoining. :(


The cost of being a member has historically been $12 and it gets you into the Michigan Coral Expo and Swap and any other club sponsored swaps with whom we have reciprocity agreements for free. The value is still there even if we don't meet at all during the year. Typically we only have two or three meetings a year...a fragging meeting, a holiday meeting, and a reef stew meeting in addition to the big swap.

As John mentioned Bob's illness and passing has taken the wind out our sails. We were close friends and scheduling reef meetings hasn't felt like all that much fun to me in the wake of his illness...We are open to helpers if you want to get a meeting together, contact one of us and we can help you organize it.

[sparky_gm]

The Mid-Michigan Marine Club will have a meeting in January. This will likely be a fragging meeting, meaning we will cut some colonies and members will receive some frags.





The cost of being a member has historically been $12 and it gets you into the Michigan Coral Expo and Swap and any other club sponsored swaps with whom we have reciprocity agreements for free. The value is still there even if we don't meet at all during the year. Typically we only have two or three meetings a year...a fragging meeting, a holiday meeting, and a reef stew meeting in addition to the big swap.

As John mentioned Bob's illness and passing has taken the wind out our sails. We were close friends and scheduling reef meetings hasn't felt like all that much fun to me in the wake of his illness...We are open to helpers if you want to get a meeting together, contact one of us and we can help you organize it.



Hey Jim, my experience level and knowledge in no ways allows me to try and put any meeting together but I'll help out any way I can just let me know.

[binford4000]

:hungry::food::beer::drinking_buddies::wine:

In hopes of furthering the reef talk and beer drinking , might I suggest an initial gathering...

Announcing the first occasional Talk Reef, Eat And Drink social event (TREAD)

I propose TREAD1 be held at 440Main (http://www.440mainst.com/) (formerly StoneFire Bistro) on Main street in Brighton (GREAT pizza, good beer and wine lists.) They also have a large glass room we can reserve if we get enough participation. We can then decide the locations for future get together's based on who attends.

My schedule is somewhat flexible, A few possibilities...

Monday 12/30/13
Thursday 1/2/14
Friday 1/3/14

I could do any time from 5~8pm, with my preference being earlier. Please add other suggestions and dates and times and we'll narrow it down.
Is that where Cardonas was ?? OMG showing my age now lol Whatever happened to Sefas!

[creefer]

:hungry::food::beer::drinking_buddies::wine:

In hopes of furthering the reef talk and beer drinking , might I suggest an initial gathering...

Announcing the first occasional Talk Reef, Eat And Drink social event (TREAD)

I propose TREAD1 be held at 440Main (http://www.440mainst.com/) (formerly StoneFire Bistro) on Main street in Brighton (GREAT pizza, good beer and wine lists.) They also have a large glass room we can reserve if we get enough participation. We can then decide the locations for future get together's based on who attends.

My schedule is somewhat flexible, A few possibilities...

Monday 12/30/13
Thursday 1/2/14
Friday 1/3/14

I could do any time from 5~8pm, with my preference being earlier. Please add other suggestions and dates and times and we'll narrow it down.

I would be into that. I have to check the family schedule, but off the top of my head, 1/2/14 looks decent.


Is that where Cardonas was ?? OMG showing my age now lol Whatever happened to Sefas!

Lol....Cardonas was not at this location IIRC.

[Dmmz]

There was a cardonas in Fenton

[zenom]

I can probably do the 2nd or 3rd.

[CalmSeasQuest]

So far we're looking at Thursday January 2nd - We'll wait a few days and see if others chime in. Feel free to invite any/all other area reefers that you think might enjoy :)

[creefer]

I'm in on the 2nd. Can't get there until about 6 though.

[CalmSeasQuest]

I'm in on the 2nd. Can't get there until about 6 though.

6pm works - I see Andy added this to another Michigan forum. I posted it to a couple others in hopes of getting the word out.

Hope to meet lots of fellow area reefers :)

[larryandlaura]

Me and Laura might be able to make it.

[creefer]

6pm works - I see Andy added this to another Michigan forum. I posted it to a couple others in hopes of getting the word out.

Hope to meet lots of fellow area reefers :)

Very cool!

I agree. It would be cool to meet a few more local area reefers. You and I are far too close to not meet in any case. Same zip code I presume??


Me and Laura might be able to make it.


Hope you guys can make it.

[pinhigh1886]

I will try to make it!

[Dmmz]

I have a call by there at the end of the day might stop in. Do they have parking in the back or just in the front?

[binford4000]

Will. Try my best to make it !

[CalmSeasQuest]

Me and Laura might be able to make it.


I will try to make it!


I have a call by there at the end of the day might stop in. Do they have parking in the back or just in the front?


Will. Try my best to make it !

Great - I hope everyone is able to make it! Parking is in front, side and behind.

[zenom]

Just a reminder, this is tonight. I will be there probably 5:30 - 6:00. I will have a Spartans hoodie on.

[creefer]

I should be there about 6. See you then.

[CalmSeasQuest]

I've reserved the glass-enclosed patio area complete with fireplace starting at 5:30. Be careful on the roads and hope to see everyone this evening!

For those that might be unfamiliar with the area, the address for the GPS is,

440S Main
Brighton, MI 48116
Ph# 810.220.0440

[jimsflies]

Have one for me guys! If the roads were better, I'd be there for sure.

[Detour]

Safe travels for those attending- highways have black ice-

[CalmSeasQuest]

Have one for me guys! If the roads were better, I'd be there for sure.


Safe travels for those attending- highways have black ice-

No worries - We'll see you at the next "gathering" :)

[Dmmz]

Sorry guys I do heating and cooling and have a lot of no heat calls I still have to get to or I would of made it

[creefer]

Good time tonight. Nice to meet you all...

Dmmz....you have a PM coming. I came home to no heat. I think I have it running now, but I'll PM you.

Looking forward to the next gathering.

[CalmSeasQuest]

TREAD1 was a lot of fun, great people, conversation, food and drink. Looking forward to TREAD2!

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left to right creefer (Chris), zenom (Andy), CalmSeasQuest (Tom), pseudonym (Chris)

[Dmmz]

Good time tonight. Nice to meet you all...

Dmmz....you have a PM coming. I came home to no heat. I think I have it running now, but I'll PM you.

Looking forward to the next gathering.

Nice meeting you Chris thanks for showing me the apex now I have to get one. Your tank looks great I will have to make the next get together just make it when it is a bit warmer out so I am not working late

[fishtal]

Glad you guys had fun. I didn't get out of work until 8 and the roads were crap. :(

[zenom]

Had a great time. Looking forward to the next one myself. The conversation gave me a lot to google today. Needless to say BRS had an order to fill :)

[creefer]

Nice meeting you Chris thanks for showing me the apex now I have to get one. Your tank looks great I will have to make the next get together just make it when it is a bit warmer out so I am not working late

Good to meet you as well, Dennis. I appreciate your time today. When things slow down for you a little, let's catch up.

[Sir Patrick]

Looks like I am a month late....Ha!! Looks like you guys needed 1 more Chris.

Count me in on the TREAD2.

[Dmmz]

I will make it to the next one also

[CalmSeasQuest]

The second occasional TREAD event will be held Saturday February 15th (the eve of the Mid Michigan Annual Expo and Swap.)

What: TREAD2 - 2nd Occasional Talk Reef Eat and Drink Social Event
When: February 15, 2014 - 7:00PM ~ ?

Where: The Valencia Club
Best Western Plus Hotel and Convention Center (http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/US/MI/Lansing-hotels/BEST-WESTERN-PLUS-Lansing-Hotel/Hotel-Overview.do?propertyCode=23164)
6820 South Cedar Street
Lansing, MI 48911
517-694-8123

I've also reserved the Presidential suite for Saturday night, so we'll start in the lounge and depending on turn out, perhaps end up there later in the evening.

Please post in the TREAD2 announcement thread (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/reefing-events/tread2-talk-reef-eat-drink-get-together-7-00pm-saturday-2-15-lansing-mi-32101/#post180255) if you'll be able to attend, and include a head count so I can make sure we have enough tables reserved at the Valencia Club.

I look forward to seeing you there!