Michigan Coral Expo & Swap - Feb. 21, 2016 - Lansing, MI

[jimsflies]

Save the Date!

The Michigan Coral Expo & Swap (aka Lansing Swap) will be on February 21, 2016.

MCES is the largest reef event in Michigan...now in its 10th year! The event is hosted by two clubs...The Mid-Michigan Marine Club and Grand Rapids Marine Aquarium Society. Both clubs are busy making preparations and working on speakers and raffle to make it even better. Last year, MCES brought together over 800 hobbyists from around the state and upper midwest with 50 vendors from across the country. If you are a reef keeper in the midwest, you do not want to miss this event!

Date: February 21, 2016
Where: Causeway Bay Hotel and Convention Center (formerly Best Western)
6820 South Cedar Street
Lansing, MI 48911

Admission is $10 per person (kids under 16 are free)

The itinerary for the 2016 Michigan Coral Expo & Swap is as follows (raffle time to be announced):
10:00: Admission for morning speaker session
10:30-11:30: Morning Speaker Session
11:30-12:00: early exhibition hall admission for morning speaker attendees
12:00: doors open to exhibition hall for general admission
4:30: end

The vendor reservation system is now active for those wanting to save their spot at the Expo!
Vendor Registration (http://www.mi-reefs.org/store/)

http://www.mi-reefs.org/coral-images/mces-layout.jpg?10212015

[that Reef Guy]

Can't wait for this Swap.

This is the Biggest and Best Show in Michigan

I recommend going to all the Frag Swaps but if you can only attend one this is the Swap you want to be at!

- Over 50 Dealers from around the Country including Cherry Corals and Jason Fox
- Over 800 Reefers come to Buy Coral and Meet with Friends.
- Huge Raffle (Corals, Tanks, LED Lights, Frag Saws, etc.)
- Multiple Guest Speakers (Like MACNA).

Make sure to tell all your friends about it.

I hope to see you there.

[that Reef Guy]

If you have not been to a Coral Frag Swap I Highly Recommend that you go.

Check out this Video from a previous swap to get an idea of all the fun that you will have.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nanVWZhUuzw

Dealers from around the country come to sell coral (much of which are the amazing corals that you see online not the bland common stuff that you see at your LFS - Local Fish Store).

It is also a great way to meet old friends and make new friends that are in the hobby.

You will find the hottest Zoanthids, Acros, Acans, Chalices, etc. all at great prices!

[jimsflies]

The vendor reservation system is now active for those wanting to save their spot at the Expo!
Vendor Registration (http://www.mi-reefs.org/store/)


http://www.mi-reefs.org/coral-images/mces-layout.jpg?10212015

[jimsflies]

Just a heads up that tables are going fast...we have 28 tables reserved already!

I'll try to get an updated vendor map tonight.

[that Reef Guy]

Just a heads up that tables are going fast...we have 28 tables reserved already!

I'll try to get an updated vendor map tonight.

Wow!

That is Fast.

Just put up Yesterday and More than Half the Tables are Purchased.

Get Your Table Now Before they Completely Sell Out.

This Swap is going to be Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[jimsflies]

Here's our first vendor update:
http://www.mi-reefs.org/coral-images/mces-layout.jpg?10232015b

Here's the link to reserve your booth at the Expo!
Vendor Registration (http://www.mi-reefs.org/store/)

[jimsflies]

Here's another vendor update:
http://www.mi-reefs.org/coral-images/mces-layout.jpg?11032015


Here's the link to reserve your booth at the Expo!
Vendor Registration (http://www.mi-reefs.org/store/)

[jimsflies]

Not many vendor spots remaining:
http://www.mi-reefs.org/coral-images/mces-layout.jpg?11112015




Here's the link to reserve your booth at the Expo!
Vendor Registration (http://www.mi-reefs.org/store/)

[jimsflies]

Filling up fast...this is already shaping up to be our best event yet!
http://www.mi-reefs.org/coral-images/mces-layout.jpg?1113c2015




Here's the link to reserve your booth at the Expo!
Vendor Registration (http://www.mi-reefs.org/store/)

[jimsflies]

A few updates to the vendor list.
http://www.mi-reefs.org/coral-images/mces-layout.jpg?12232015



Here's the link to reserve your booth at the Expo!
Vendor Registration (http://www.mi-reefs.org/store/)

[that Reef Guy]

Less than 2 Months until the Lansing Frag Swap Expo.

I am getting very very excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[jimsflies]

The itinerary for the 2016 Michigan Coral Expo & Swap is as follows (raffle time and speaker to be announced):

10:00: Admission for morning speaker session
10:30-11:30: Morning Speaker Session
11:30-12:00: early exhibition hall admission for morning speaker attendees
12:00: doors open to exhibition hall for general admission
4:30: end

[that Reef Guy]

The Lansing Frag Swap is now only 6 Weeks Away.

Sunday 2-21

I can't wait!

[that Reef Guy]

There is a Facebook Page for the Lansing Frag Swap Expo.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1652229965048558/

Invite all your Friends Everyone!

[jimsflies]

More vendor updates:
http://www.mi-reefs.org/coral-images/mces-layout.jpg?01152016


Here's the link to reserve your booth at the Expo!
Vendor Registration (http://www.mi-reefs.org/store/)

[jimsflies]

Vendor booths are almost gone... here's an update:

http://www.mi-reefs.org/coral-images/mces-layout.jpg?01172016

[that Reef Guy]

This Swap is less than 5 Weeks Away.

Sunday 2-21-16

[that Reef Guy]

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This is my Zoanthid List. Soon I will make a post with Non-Zoanthid Corals that I will have for sale.

All my Corals are Fully Healed and Professionally Cut with a Frag Saw.

The Frags have already been made and will be well over a month old by the time of the swap.

I do not sell fresh cuts.

No need to Prepay.

You can pay me at the Swap. (If you are not going to the Lansing Frag Swap on Sunday February 21st let me know and maybe we can arrange something depending on where you live if you are interested in any of these Corals).

PM (Private Message) Me (or Text 248-505-0826) if you would like me to bring you any of these Corals.

Sorry for the Bad Pictures (I only have a bad old Camera right now).

ZOANTHIDS FOR SALE
1 Appleberry - 1 Polyp $10, 2 Polyps $20, 5 Polyps $50
2 Bloodsuckers - 2 Polyps $10, 3 Polyps $15
3 Candy Apple Reds - 2 Polyps $40
4 Frozen Armageddon - 1 Polyp $20, 2 Polyps $40
5 Fruit Loops - 2 Polyps $20, 3 Polyps $30, 4 Polyps $40, 5 Polyps $50
6 Gobstoppers - 3 Polyps $15, 5 Polyps $25, 7 Polyps $35, 8 Polyps $40, 9 Polyps $45
7 Ice Armageddon - 2 Polyps $20, 3 Polyps $30, 4 Polyps $40
8 Mindblowing Paly's - SOLD OUT
9 Mohawks - 2 Polyps $10, 3 Polyps $15, 4 Polyps $20, 5 Polyps $25, 8 Polyps $40
10 Monarchs - 2 Polyps $10, 3 Polyps $15, 5 Polyps $25
11 My Clementines - 2 Polyps $20, 4 Polyps $40, 6 Polyps $60
12 Nuclear Green Paly's - 2 Polyps $10
13 Pink Constellation - 1 Polyp $20, 2 Polyps $40
14 Pink Hippo / Chucky's Bride - 1 Polyp $10, 2 Polyps $20, 3 Polyps $30
15 Pink Krakatoa - SOLD OUT
16 Pink Zippers - SOLD OUT
17 Rainbow Rhino - SOLD OUT
18 Raptors Rainbow - 2 Polyps $10, 3 Polyps $15
19 Rastas - 2 Polyps - $10, 3 Polyps $15, 4 Polyps $20, 6 Polyps $30
20 Rick Saws - 2 Polyps $10, 3 Polyps $15, 4 Polyps $20, 7 Polyps $35
21 Scrambled Eggs - 2 Polyps $10, 4 Polyps $20
22 Sour Apples - 2 Polyps $20, 3 Polyps $30
23 Space Monsters - 1 Polyp $20, 2 Polyps $40
24 Sunny D's - 2 Polyps $10, 3 Polyps $15, 6 Polyps - $30
25 Tidal Gardens Mello Yellow - 1 Polyp $20
26 Tyree Orange Rainbow - 1 Polyp $20, 2 Polyps $40, 4 Polyps $80, 5 Polyps $100
27 Uber Utters - 1 Polyp $40
28 Utter Chaos - 1 Polyp $20
29 Vampire Palys - 2 Polyps $10, 5 Polyps $25, 7 Polyps $35
30 Vamps in Drag - 2 Polyps $20, 3 Polyps $30
31 Vivid Rainbow - 1 Polyp $10, 3 Polyps $30
32 White Walkers - 1 Polyp $40
33 WOW Paly's - 1 Polyp $10, 2 Polyps $20, 3 Polyps $30, 6 Polyps $60


PM (Private Message) Me (or Text 248-505-0826) if you would like me to bring you any of these Corals.

Picture #1 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) - Vampire Paly's, Candy Apple Red's, Raptor's Rainbow.

Picture #2 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=2) - Tyree Orange Rainbow, Vivid Rainbow, Candy Apple Red's, Bloodsuckers, Vampire Paly's, Sunny D's.

Picture #3 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=3) - Fruit Loops Mother Colony.

Picture #4 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=4) - WOW Paly's and Fruit Loops.

Picture #5 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=5) - Various Frags of Mine.

If you are not going to the Swap let me know and maybe we can arrange something depending on where you live if you are interested in any of these Corals.

[that Reef Guy]

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This Post is for my SPS and LPS Frags for Sale

All my Corals are Fully Healed and Professionally Cut with a Frag Saw.

The Frags have already been made and will be well over a month old by the time of the swap.

I do not sell fresh cuts.

No need to Prepay.

You can pay me at the Swap. (If you are not going to the Lansing Frag Swap on Sunday February 21st let me know and maybe we can arrange something depending on where you live if you are interested in any of these Corals).

PM (Private Message) Me (or Text 248-505-0826) if you would like me to bring you any of these Corals.

Sorry for the Bad Pictures (I only have a bad old Camera right now).

FRAGS FOR SALE (SPS and LPS)
1 Pot of Gold Leptastrea - $10
2 Mystic Sunset Montipora - $10
3 ORA Neon Green Bird's Nest - $10
4 ORA Birds of Paradise Bird's Nest - $10
5 WWC Toxic Waste Leptoseris - $10
6 Hollywood Stunner Chalice - SOLD OUT
7 True Undata Montipora - SOLD OUT
8 Neon Green Hammer (Single Head) - $15
9 Neon Yellow Lightning Favia - $20
10 ORA Purple Stylophora - SOLD OUT
11 ORA Borealis Acropora - SOLD OUT
12 Jason Fox Jack-O-Lantern Leptoseris - $40

PM (Private Message) Me (or Text 248-505-0826) if you would like me to bring you any of these Corals.

Picture #1 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) - My Hollywood Stunner Chalice Mother Colony (It is Dinner Plate Size - This Chalice is Super Easy to Keep and a Super Fast Grower).

Picture #2 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=2) - My ORA Birds of Paradise Bird's Nest Mother Colony.

Picture #3 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=3) - My ORA Neon Green Bird's Nest Mother Colony.

If you are not going to the Swap let me know and maybe we can arrange something depending on where you live if you are interested in any of these Corals.

[that Reef Guy]

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Here are some more Pics of some of my Corals.

Picture #1 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) - Gobstoppers
Picture #2 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=2) - Gobstoppers
Picture #3 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=3) - Pink Hippo / Chuckies Bride
Picture #4 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=4) - My Clementines
Picture #5 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=5) - Bloodsuckers

Let me know if you want me to bring you any of these Corals. PM (Private Message) Me (or Text 248-505-0826).

[that Reef Guy]

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Here are some more Pics of some of my Corals.

Picture #1 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) - Vampire Paly's
Picture #2 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=2) - Vivid Rainbows
Picture #3 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=3) - Tyree Orange Rainbow
Picture #4 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=4) - Sunny D's
Picture #5 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=5) - Rick Sawz

Let me know if you want me to bring you any of these Corals. PM (Private Message) Me (or Text 248-505-0826).

[that Reef Guy]

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Here are some more Pics of some of my Corals.

Picture #1 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) - Fruit Loops
Picture #2 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=2) - Vampire Paly's
Picture #3 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=3) - Pink Zippers
Picture #4 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=4) - Raptors Rainbow
Picture #5 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=5) - Vamps in Drag

Let me know if you want me to bring you any of these Corals. PM (Private Message) Me (or Text 248-505-0826).

[MizTanks]

Do you ship?

[that Reef Guy]

Do you ship?

I Do Not Ship Currently but Will in the Future (I just don't know when? Right Now I am very Focused on Traveling to Frag Swaps).

When I do start shipping I will let you know.

Have you ever been to the Lansing Frag Swap before?

I know you live Very Very Far Away but if you made the Trip you would Really Enjoy it I Promise.

Lansing is one of the Biggest Frag Swaps in the Country and by far the Biggest in Michigan.

It is at a Hotel so you could Drive Down the Night before, Check In, Get a Good Nights Sleep.

Then Head Home Right After the Swap with Lots of Goodies for your Tank :)

It would Definetly Be Worth the Trip especially if you have never been to the Lansing Show Before.

It is Too Much Fun (I Simply Cannot Emphasize that Enough)!

[MizTanks]

Yeah I'm very much aware of the Lansing Frag Swap. Been wanting to go for 6yrs now. Just to far away for my budgeted life style.
Look forward to if you ever start shipping. You've got some beautiful corals that's for sure.

[that Reef Guy]

Yeah I'm very much aware of the Lansing Frag Swap. Been wanting to go for 6yrs now. Just to far away for my budgeted life style.
Look forward to if you ever start shipping. You've got some beautiful corals that's for sure.

Thank you for the Nice Compliment.

I Understand as Most All Reefers are on Budgets including Myself.

Hopefully you can make it next year though.

I will Definetly Let You Know When I Start Shipping.

[that Reef Guy]

My Lists have been Updated.

Some Corals are now SOLD OUT.

[jimsflies]

that Reef Guy I want

Pink Krakatoa
Rainbow Rhino


Thanks!

[jimsflies]

Here's an updated vendor list:

http://www.mi-reefs.org/coral-images/mces-layout.jpg?01232016

We have one half table remaining...who wants it?

[that Reef Guy]

that Reef Guy I want

Pink Krakatoa
Rainbow Rhino


Thanks!

Sold Out of those Two so they are back on Growout.

I can save you some for the Flint Swap though.

I will have more by then.

Sorry about that.

They are very very Popular Zoanthids.

[that Reef Guy]

This Swap is Less than 4 Weeks Away.

Mark your Calendar.

Sunday 2-21-16

[jimsflies]

We had one vendor that couldn't make it, so tables 29/30 are available again. Obviously together, they make one full spot near the front of the room.

http://www.mi-reefs.org/coral-images/mces-layout.jpg?01262016

Visit Table Registration (http://www.mi-reefs.org/store) to get your spot at MCES.

[jimsflies]

Also please visit our event page on Facebook and let us know if you're attending MCES. (While you're there, if you haven't already be sure to "Like" CaptiveReefs on Facebook.)


https://www.facebook.com/events/1652229965048558/?ref=4&action_history=null&source=4


Lastly, please share our event page with your other facebook reefing friends and groups to help get the word out. This year's show is going to be AWESOME!

[jimsflies]

As many of you who have attended MCES in the past know, we usually have a guest speaker in the morning before the swap. The speaker session starts at 10:30 am. Space is limited to approximately 100 people and is first come first serve. The speaker session and is no additional cost with paid MCES admission.

The guest speaker for this MCES 2016 is Austin Lefevre. Austin installs and maintains upscale aquariums and works closely with a local aquaculture facility propagating corals. Austin has been in the aquarium industry since 2003, working with marine fish and invertebrates, along with freshwater fish, plants and invertebrates. He's been an avid SCUBA diver since the age of 12 and consistently seeks new aquatic adventures.

Austin's talk is entitled "Ditching the Dump and Hope Approach". He'll be discussing sourcing fish, quarantine and conditioning practices, and social acclimation.


Just to clarify, the speaker session is included with the $10 MCES admission for the first 100 people (till the room is full...or 10:30am whichever comes first). After 10:30 we will not allow others to enter the speaker room so that it doesn't distract Austin or the other guests from enjoying the presentation.

[that Reef Guy]

As many of you who have attended MCES in the past know, we usually have a guest speaker in the morning before the swap. The speaker session starts at 10:30 am. Space is limited to approximately 100 people and is first come first serve. The speaker session and is no additional cost with paid MCES admission.

The guest speaker for this MCES 2016 is Austin Lefevre. Austin installs and maintains upscale aquariums and works closely with a local aquaculture facility propagating corals. Austin has been in the aquarium industry since 2003, working with marine fish and invertebrates, along with freshwater fish, plants and invertebrates. He's been an avid SCUBA diver since the age of 12 and consistently seeks new aquatic adventures.

In addition, we are working on an afternoon tank drilling demonstration. More information will be posted when details are shored up.

Both the morning speaker session and afternoon demonstration will be in a breakout room on the east side of the exposition hall.

Austin is a Great Guy.

He is extremely knowledgeable in all things Saltwater and Freshwater.

Definetly Do Not Miss his Talk as you will Learn Alot!

[that Reef Guy]

This Swap is Less than 3 Weeks Away.

Make sure you Request the Day Off if you work Sundays.

Sunday 2-21-16

[jimsflies]

Another vendor update...we are now officially sold out of vendor booths! However, if you are looking for a space, contact me and I will put you on a cancellation list.

http://www.mi-reefs.org/coral-images/mces-layout.jpg?02032016

[Skyhigh]

Is there any discounts in place for overnighters at Causeway hotel, Saturday to Sunday?

[jimsflies]

Is there any discounts in place for overnighters at Causeway hotel, Saturday to Sunday?

We have a group rate of $94.50. You may have to mention your looking for the rate for the reef club.

[that Reef Guy]

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Here are some more Pics of some of my Corals.

Picture #1 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) - Neon Yellow Lightning Favia
Picture #2 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=2) - Neon Green Hammer (Single Head)
Picture #3 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=3) - Pot of Gold Leptastrea
Picture #4 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=4) - Candy Apple Red's
Picture #5 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=5) - Space Monsters

Let me know if you want me to bring you any of these Corals. PM (Private Message) Me (or Text 248-505-0826).

[that Reef Guy]

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Here are some more Pics of some of my Corals.

Picture #1 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) - Tidal Gardens Mello Yellow
Picture #2 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=2) - Frozen Armageddon
Picture #3 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=3) - Ice Armageddon
Picture #4 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=4) - Utter Chaos
Picture #5 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=5) - Pink Constellation

Let me know if you want me to bring you any of these Corals. PM (Private Message) Me (or Text 248-505-0826).

[that Reef Guy]

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Here are some more Pics of some of my Corals.

Picture #1 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) - Rastas
Picture #2 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=2) - Mindblowing Paly's
Picture #3 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=3) - Mohawks
Picture #4 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=4) - Pink Constellation
Picture #5 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=5) - Tidal Gardens Mello Yellow

Let me know if you want me to bring you any of these Corals. PM (Private Message) Me (or Text 248-505-0826).

[that Reef Guy]

LET THE COUNTDOWN BEGIN!

This Swap is Less than 2 Weeks Away.

Don't Forget.

Sunday 2-21-16

[that Reef Guy]

This Swap is 12 Days Away.

Don't Forget.

Sunday 2-21-16

[that Reef Guy]

This Swap is 11 Days Away.

Don't Forget.

Sunday 2-21-16

[Tankster]

This Swap is 11 Days Away.

Don't Forget.

Sunday 2-21-16

and tomorrow it will be 10 days away. :deadhorse3:

[ReefTech]

And then I think it's nine days, right?

[jimsflies]

MCES is has a legendary reputation for its raffle and this year will not disappoint. The raffle drawing will be at 3:30.


Note that you MUST be present to win as prizes will NOT be mailed or delivered.


Raffle tickets are sold in bundles 10 for $10 or $20 for 25.




As usual, we don't want to leave you in total suspense, so I'll post a few of the items that will be in the raffle over the next few days... first up....




From one of our biggest supporters Inland Hobby, we have one of these in the raffle:


INLAND HOBBY DFS-100 REEFKEEPER SAW (http://www.inlandhobby.com/ReefKeeper_Fragging_Saw_p/91060.htm)

As seen in Reef Hobbyist Magazine (http://www.reefhobbyistmagazine.com/archives/vol_3/issue11/pages/10.htm)! Coral fragging has just gotten easier with the ReefKeeper saw. It is made to meet the specific needs of Reef Aquarists:


- Reduced Heat Transfer Yields More Viable Frags: Heat is the enemy when cutting corals; it destroys tissue and seriously affects viability, especially with sensitive species like chalice corals. The DFS-100 ReefKeeper Saw employs a continuously cooled narrow diamond blade to dramatically reduce heat transfer to the delicate tissue when cutting. Less heat means more viable frags can become healthy colonies to swap or sell.


- Clearance to Handle Larger Specimens: Saw through materials as tall as 3 1/2" - something you can't do with cut-ff wheels, tile saws, or any other band saw. So go ahead, tackle that Tubastrea or Favites or any large specimen with confidence.


- Narrow Cutting Path: Rotary tools and tile saws plow a wide swath through your valuable stock. The narrow diamond blade of the DFS-100 ReefKeeper Saw is removing the least possible amount of material as it cuts, resulting in less waste - up to three times less!


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[jimsflies]

As a reminder, our guest speaker this year is Austin Lefever.

Austin Lefevre has been in the marine aquarium industry since 2002. He started at a local fish store in Ann Arbor, then moved onto a business propagating coral and breeding fish for two years back in 2006. He currently runs a company that installs and maintains upscale aquariums and works closely with a local aquaculture facility. He's been an avid SCUBA diver since the age of 12 and consistently seeks new aquatic adventures.

Austin's talk is entitled "Ditching the Dump and Hope Approach". He'll be discussing sourcing fish, quarantine and conditioning practices, and social acclimation.

Just to clarify, the speaker session is included with the $10 MCES admission for the first 100 people (till the room is full...or 10:30am whichever comes first). After 10:30am, we will not allow others to enter the speaker room so that it doesn't distract other guests from enjoying the presentation.

[jimsflies]

and tomorrow it will be 10 days away. :deadhorse3:


Stop busting Steve's balls... :beachball::bowlingball::basketball2::volleyball:: football::tennisball::golfball:

His help has been invaluable! I'm nominating Steve for MMMC member of the year. :trophy2:

[that Reef Guy]

Stop busting Steve's balls... :beachball::bowlingball::basketball2::volleyball:: football::tennisball::golfball:

His help has been invaluable! I'm nominating Steve for MMMC member of the year. :trophy2:

Thanks Jim.

I am Flattered that is quite an Honor to be Nominated for.

[that Reef Guy]

This Swap is 8 Days Away.

Don't Forget.

Sunday 2-21-16

You will have an Awesome Time!

[that Reef Guy]

MCES is has a legendary reputation for its raffle and this year will not disappoint. The raffle drawing will be at 3:30.


Note that you MUST be present to win as prizes will NOT be mailed or delivered.


Raffle tickets are sold in bundles 10 for $10 or $20 for 25.




As usual, we don't want to leave you in total suspense, so I'll post a few of the items that will be in the raffle over the next few days... first up....




From one of our biggest supporters Inland Hobby, we have one of these in the raffle:


INLAND HOBBY DFS-100 REEFKEEPER SAW (http://www.inlandhobby.com/ReefKeeper_Fragging_Saw_p/91060.htm)

As seen in Reef Hobbyist Magazine (http://www.reefhobbyistmagazine.com/archives/vol_3/issue11/pages/10.htm)! Coral fragging has just gotten easier with the ReefKeeper saw. It is made to meet the specific needs of Reef Aquarists:


- Reduced Heat Transfer Yields More Viable Frags: Heat is the enemy when cutting corals; it destroys tissue and seriously affects viability, especially with sensitive species like chalice corals. The DFS-100 ReefKeeper Saw employs a continuously cooled narrow diamond blade to dramatically reduce heat transfer to the delicate tissue when cutting. Less heat means more viable frags can become healthy colonies to swap or sell.


- Clearance to Handle Larger Specimens: Saw through materials as tall as 3 1/2" - something you can't do with cut-ff wheels, tile saws, or any other band saw. So go ahead, tackle that Tubastrea or Favites or any large specimen with confidence.


- Narrow Cutting Path: Rotary tools and tile saws plow a wide swath through your valuable stock. The narrow diamond blade of the DFS-100 ReefKeeper Saw is removing the least possible amount of material as it cuts, resulting in less waste - up to three times less!


http://a248.e.akamai.net/origin-cdn.volusion.com/fzj64.e693x/v/vspfiles/photos/91060-2.jpg?1359034426

Awesome Prize!

The Lansing Swap Raffle is indeed Legendary.

Jim is not kidding.

Lansing has the Best Raffles (I have Been to a Ton of Different Frag Swaps All Over the Place So I know LOL).

There are Tons of Great Prizes (Including Coral).

[that Reef Guy]

As a reminder, our guest speaker this year is Austin Lefever.

Austin Lefevre has been in the marine aquarium industry since 2002. He started at a local fish store in Ann Arbor, then moved onto a business propagating coral and breeding fish for two years back in 2006. He currently runs a company that installs and maintains upscale aquariums and works closely with a local aquaculture facility. He's been an avid SCUBA diver since the age of 12 and consistently seeks new aquatic adventures.

Austin's talk is entitled "Ditching the Dump and Hope Approach". He'll be discussing sourcing fish, quarantine and conditioning practices, and social acclimation.

Just to clarify, the speaker session is included with the $10 MCES admission for the first 100 people (till the room is full...or 10:30am whichever comes first). After 10:30am, we will not allow others to enter the speaker room so that it doesn't distract other guests from enjoying the presentation.

Don't miss Austin's Presentation.

He is a Great Guy with alot of knowledge on this Hobby.

He has done it all.

[Tankster]

Stop busting Steve's balls... :beachball::bowlingball::basketball2::volleyball:: football::tennisball::golfball:

His help has been invaluable! I'm nominating Steve for MMMC member of the year. :trophy2:

He's got my vote. He has some nice pieces for sale too! I picked up a couple from the Flint swap last year.

[jimsflies]

Here's another awesome prize available in our raffle donated by @Acryliccreationspa (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/members/acryliccreationspa/):

All-in-One Nano Frag tank
18x18x10 (14 gallons)
with/ 2 neon frag racks
Corner overflow and pump.

This would be great for a small swap setup and/or addition to your home setup!

http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k621/jimsflies/aio-nano-raffle_zpspklxv92b.jpg


Please check out Acrylic Creations (http://acryliccreationspa.com/) other items on their website. Also be sure to stop by their booth at MCES.

[that Reef Guy]

Here's another awesome prize available in our raffle donated by @Acryliccreationspa (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/members/acryliccreationspa/):

All-in-One Nano Frag tank
18x18x10 (14 gallons)
with/ 2 neon frag racks
Corner overflow and pump.

This would be great for a small swap setup and/or addition to your home setup!

http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k621/jimsflies/aio-nano-raffle_zpspklxv92b.jpg


Please check out Acrylic Creations (http://acryliccreationspa.com/) other items on their website. Also be sure to stop by their booth at MCES.

Very Cool Prize.

Looks like these guys do awesome work!

[jimsflies]

Here's another nice item in our raffle! Donated by Kessil, an A150w LED lamp.

http://www.kessil.com/images/aquarium/product/product_ad_004.jpg

Kessil A150W Special Blend LED Aquarium Light Information
Using the latest Dense Matrix LED technology, Kessil is drastically transforming the way LED lighting is used in the aquarium industry. Featuring an intense, point-source LED aquarium light, Kessil`s specially designed optics focus and direct light both efficiently and effectively. Not only do these long-lasting LED aquarium lights save energy, they eliminate excess heat that is characteristic of traditional broadband sources.

The Kessil A150W Special Blend, available in three variations, is a compact, versatile and radiant choice in aquarium LED lighting. The advanced thermal design of Kessil LED lights prevents them from heating up your tank and also ensures they’ll shine brightly for years to come. Kessil light is densely packed and features a high-power LED array that creates the beautiful shimmery effect of without the excessive heat and power consumption. Highlight the kaleidoscope of colors in your coral reef with Kessil LED reef lighting.

[jimsflies]

Oh and guess what.... IT'S ONLY ONE WEEK TILL MCES! :)

[that Reef Guy]

Here's another nice item in our raffle! Donated by Kessil, an A150w LED lamp.

http://www.kessil.com/images/aquarium/product/product_ad_004.jpg

Kessil A150W Special Blend LED Aquarium Light Information
Using the latest Dense Matrix LED technology, Kessil is drastically transforming the way LED lighting is used in the aquarium industry. Featuring an intense, point-source LED aquarium light, Kessil`s specially designed optics focus and direct light both efficiently and effectively. Not only do these long-lasting LED aquarium lights save energy, they eliminate excess heat that is characteristic of traditional broadband sources.

The Kessil A150W Special Blend, available in three variations, is a compact, versatile and radiant choice in aquarium LED lighting. The advanced thermal design of Kessil LED lights prevents them from heating up your tank and also ensures they’ll shine brightly for years to come. Kessil light is densely packed and features a high-power LED array that creates the beautiful shimmery effect of without the excessive heat and power consumption. Highlight the kaleidoscope of colors in your coral reef with Kessil LED reef lighting.

Another Great Prize.

I use Kessils and Love Them.

[jimsflies]

Actually... I lied about the Kessil light. Turns out the light Kessil donated is even nicer it is a 160WE. Which is their controllable model. :)


http://www.kessil.com/images/aquarium/product/Saltwater/Saltwater_A160WE_Feature02.jpg

[that Reef Guy]

Actually... I lied about the Kessil light. Turns out the light Kessil donated is even nicer it is a 160WE. Which is their controllable model. :)


http://www.kessil.com/images/aquarium/product/Saltwater/Saltwater_A160WE_Feature02.jpg

An Even Better Prize.

[jimsflies]

We picked out some awesome show piece corals for the livestock raffle yesterday @Detroit Coral (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/members/detroit-coral/) Farms. Until I can score some photos, you'll have to live with this list:

7"+ killer acan lord (micromussa lordhowensis) colony
6"+ ultra sweet pink hammer
4"+ eye popping bubble gum mycedium
5"+ dreamy Dragon Soul Prism Favia
3"+ blazingly bright Bleeding Apple Scoly
6"+ screaming orange and purple acan bowerbanki
4"+ bomb dropping war coral

I assure that any of these corals added to your display will instantly brighten your reef from across the room.

[that Reef Guy]

We picked out some awesome show piece corals for the livestock raffle yesterday @Detroit Coral (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/members/detroit-coral/) Farms. Until I can score some photos, you'll have to live with this list:

7"+ killer acan lord (micromussa lordhowensis) colony
6"+ ultra sweet pink hammer
4"+ eye popping bubble gum mycedium
5"+ dreamy Dragon Soul Prism Favia
3"+ blazingly bright Bleeding Apple Scoly
6"+ screaming orange and purple acan bowerbanki
4"+ bomb dropping war coral

I assure that any of these corals added to your display will instantly brighten your reef from across the room.

I look forward to Pics.

All those Sound Awesome.

This looks like it is going to be the Best Lansing Raffle Ever!

[Ocho Cinco]

Excited for this swap. I might have get some raffle tickets this year! When are the winners picked?

[jimsflies]

Here are a few of the SHOWPIECE corals that we'll have in the RAFFLE! Any of these pieces will turn heads in your tank...and you can win one for $1!

http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k621/jimsflies/bleeding-apple_zpsdapqkfou.jpg

http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k621/jimsflies/mycedium_zpshp2lsl61.jpg

http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k621/jimsflies/prism-favia_zpshu2e53ny.jpg

[that Reef Guy]

Here are a few of the SHOWPIECE corals that we'll have in the RAFFLE! Any of these pieces will turn heads in your tank...and you can win one for $1!

http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k621/jimsflies/bleeding-apple_zpsdapqkfou.jpg

http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k621/jimsflies/mycedium_zpshp2lsl61.jpg

http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k621/jimsflies/prism-favia_zpshu2e53ny.jpg

Yep.

Getting Extra Raffle Tickets this Year.

[that Reef Guy]

The Swap is Only 3 Days Away but it is Not Too Late to Reserve Corals from me.

PM (Private Message) Me (or Text 248-505-0826) if you would like me to bring you any of the Corals that I have for Sale.

If you have not seen the Lists they are Posts Numbers 19 and 20 on Page #2 (http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=2) of this Thread.

[jimsflies]

I have one vendor booth available if someone is looking for a spot. Booth 47 in the layout below

http://www.mi-reefs.org/coral-images/mces-layout.jpg?20160218

[Ravenstone]

Well we are only a few days away. I'm getting pretty excited and looking forward to seeing friends and hopefully making some new ones.

[jimsflies]

A few more showpiece gems that will be in our livestock raffle!

http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k621/jimsflies/acan_zpsif6boolf.jpg
http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k621/jimsflies/favia_zpso6nlilqi.jpg
http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k621/jimsflies/war-coral_zpszlwieaqa.jpg

[that Reef Guy]

Well we are only a few days away. I'm getting pretty excited and looking forward to seeing friends and hopefully making some new ones.

Totally Agree! :fish2:

[that Reef Guy]

A few more showpiece gems that will be in our livestock raffle!

http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k621/jimsflies/acan_zpsif6boolf.jpg
http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k621/jimsflies/favia_zpso6nlilqi.jpg
http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k621/jimsflies/war-coral_zpszlwieaqa.jpg

Even more Awesomeness!

[Ravenstone]

That Acan is beautiful Jim. I have a feeling I'll be dropping quite a few raffle tickets on it.

[that Reef Guy]

The Swap is Right Around the Corner.

Sunday 2-21-16

Causeway Bay Hotel and Convention Center (formerly Best Western)
6820 South Cedar Street
Lansing, MI 48911

12:00 to 4:30

[that Reef Guy]

The Swap is Tomorrow.

Sunday 2-21-16

Causeway Bay Hotel and Convention Center (formerly Best Western)
6820 South Cedar Street
Lansing, MI 48911

12:00 to 4:30

[that Reef Guy]

Thanks for Hosting the Swap Jim.

It was Awesome.

It felt like a Million People Showed Up.

[Tankster]

The next Lansing Swap is only 363 days away, let the count down begin that Reef Guy! This was the best swap yet!

[Tankster]

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[that Reef Guy]

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Thanks for Posting the Pics.

I was so busy I didn't have time to take any.

If anybody else has Pictures from the Swap please Share Them with Us.

[that Reef Guy]

The Next Swap will be April 10th in Ann Arbor.

http://www.captivereefs.com/forum/reefing-events/ann-arbor-swap-april-10-2016-a-42873/#.VsvXDbQrKUl

Please click the Link above for more Info.

[jimsflies]

Thanks everyone for coming out to the Michigan Coral Expo & Swap. It was a great time!

I want to give special thanks to the vendors for bringing their awesome corals and other reef related items. As well as these companies for donating products for our raffle:

Kessil
Inland Craft
Central Aquatics
Aqua FX
Aqua Ultraviolet
Preuss Pets
Rods Reef
Reed Mariculture
Acrylic Creations
Detroit Coral Farms
Air, Water, Ice
Drs. Foster & Smith

I hope you enjoyed the show and picked up some sweet new items for your reef. Mark your calendars for next year...the date is February 19, 2017.

Be sure to share a couple photos of your new pieces with us here on CaptiveReefs.

This is one of my new favorites that I picked up last weekend:

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[that Reef Guy]

Thanks everyone for coming out to the Michigan Coral Expo & Swap. It was a great time!

I want to give special thanks to the vendors for bringing their awesome corals and other reef related items. As well as these companies for donating products for our raffle:

Kessil
Inland Craft
Central Aquatics
Aqua FX
Aqua Ultraviolet
Preuss Pets
Rods Reef
Reed Mariculture
Acrylic Creations
Detroit Coral Farms
Air, Water, Ice
Drs. Foster & Smith

I hope you enjoyed the show and picked up some sweet new items for your reef. Mark your calendars for next year...the date is February 19, 2017.

Be sure to share a couple photos of your new pieces with us here on CaptiveReefs.

This is one of my new favorites that I picked up last weekend:

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Dang 2017 Date Already.

That was Quick :) :fish2:

[that Reef Guy]

Thanks everyone for coming out to the Michigan Coral Expo & Swap. It was a great time!

I want to give special thanks to the vendors for bringing their awesome corals and other reef related items. As well as these companies for donating products for our raffle:

Kessil
Inland Craft
Central Aquatics
Aqua FX
Aqua Ultraviolet
Preuss Pets
Rods Reef
Reed Mariculture
Acrylic Creations
Detroit Coral Farms
Air, Water, Ice
Drs. Foster & Smith

I hope you enjoyed the show and picked up some sweet new items for your reef. Mark your calendars for next year...the date is February 19, 2017.

Be sure to share a couple photos of your new pieces with us here on CaptiveReefs.

This is one of my new favorites that I picked up last weekend:

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Awesome Mushroom Collection Jim.

[jimsflies]

I think we dodged a bullet on this winter storm...would have sucked if it was 3-4 days earlier.

[Ravenstone]

Thanks everyone for coming out to the Michigan Coral Expo & Swap. It was a great time!

I want to give special thanks to the vendors for bringing their awesome corals and other reef related items. As well as these companies for donating products for our raffle:

Kessil
Inland Craft
Central Aquatics
Aqua FX
Aqua Ultraviolet
Preuss Pets
Rods Reef
Reed Mariculture
Acrylic Creations
Detroit Coral Farms
Air, Water, Ice
Drs. Foster & Smith

I hope you enjoyed the show and picked up some sweet new items for your reef. Mark your calendars for next year...the date is February 19, 2017.

Be sure to share a couple photos of your new pieces with us here on CaptiveReefs.

This is one of my new favorites that I picked up last weekend:

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That mushroom is also one of my favorite purchases from the swap as well. Thanks again for pointing it out to me Jim. This year, I bought almost exclusively mushrooms. I think it's becoming an addiction, lol.

[that Reef Guy]

I think we dodged a bullet on this winter storm...would have sucked if it was 3-4 days earlier.

We sure did.

[ReefTech]

some acans from cherry corals....
http://i1251.photobucket.com/albums/hh553/brotherguns29/20160221_174717_zps2plkj3sc.jpg (http://s1251.photobucket.com/user/brotherguns29/media/20160221_174717_zps2plkj3sc.jpg.html)

acros from pacific east aquaculture and a poison ivy frag from cherry corals
http://i1251.photobucket.com/albums/hh553/brotherguns29/20160221_174824_zpseqyacecp.jpg (http://s1251.photobucket.com/user/brotherguns29/media/20160221_174824_zpseqyacecp.jpg.html)