mFrame Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I've been asked a few times when we would be having our first frag swap of 2012. What do you guys think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subsea Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 Because of excessive heat in Austin, extended outside activies are dubious between May thru Sept. The weather says March/April and Oct/Nov. I know that the host moved everything inside last summer for the heat. If a proper location that is immune to weather is provided, then it does not matter what time of the year that a frag swap is selected. With respect to the location, if the socializing aspect of the ARC meetings is important, I would like to recommend the possibility of using an outside patio area from a restaurant or club. This would also put ARC in a higher visability then when at a private residence. Just a thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+C Lo Slice Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I gotta vote for the later month. My truck will be paid off in May, which would allow me to participate more. However, I realize that the summer is hot as hell, so something not during that time would be ideal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AquaJohn Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 My B day is in April so I vote April. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherita Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I voted for March. The summer heat is darn near impossible to deal with when you have a tank full of corals. I would rather be dealing with a heater than trying to cool a frag tank. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+dapettit Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 The last one was in October. We have them every six months, that would mean either the April or May meeting. Who is hosting it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+etannert Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I would prefer March since I'll be out of town for the April mtg, but I realize that's a selfish vote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad and Belinda Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 We voted for April. The summer heat makes it hard to enjoy. March can still be cool at times. April seems to have better temps for those that set up outside. Too much heat can really stress an already stressed coral. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subsea Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I would be happy to host the frag sap in April. I would have said so sooner, but I did not want to be self serving in advertising my business by hosting a frag swap at it. Another consideration is the fact that I am 10 miles south of 290W at Mo-Pac. Further to drive for you northerers. However, if you all vote on April for the frag swap, I am having a crawfish boil after the April 21 ARC meeting. If a crawfish boil works with a frag swap, then I can make it happen. Patrick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Jakedoza Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I am also willing to host.. Any month except July.. I will be in the Bahamas.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bimmerzs Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I'm relatively new here but why is it required to be outside?? Cheers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Jakedoza Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 It isn't.. I have a lot of room inside, and I have an insulated garage. .... And I'm sure I can brew some beer and have it on tap.. but Ill need at least a month notice for that.. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mFrame Posted January 24, 2012 Author Share Posted January 24, 2012 I'm relatively new here but why is it required to be outside?? Cheers, It's not. The month we select will go a long way toward determining the location. Previously it was held outdoors because a member donated her yard for it, which didn't cost anything to the club. I don't mind checking into the availability of some venues depending on the month and how many people plan to attend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Jakedoza Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I don't mind checking into the availability of some venues depending on the month and how many people plan to attend. I can't bring Homebrew to venues.. BTW.. The title says spring... Last I checked June and July were in the Summer.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mFrame Posted January 24, 2012 Author Share Posted January 24, 2012 I don't mind checking into the availability of some venues depending on the month and how many people plan to attend. I can't bring Homebrew to venues.. BTW.. The title says spring... Last I checked June and July were in the Summer.. Better? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Jakedoza Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 Lol.. sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VooDoo Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 March!! The sooner the better. Plus it'll be my bday! Ugh halfway to 50... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherita Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 I hope we decide soon, I need time to frag stuff and get it healed. It's gonna be FUN! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mFrame Posted January 27, 2012 Author Share Posted January 27, 2012 36 votes. I'm hoping to hit that magic 50 number by end of January so that we can start planning. If you haven't voted yet, please do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannerfish Posted January 29, 2012 Share Posted January 29, 2012 i wouldnt care either month, although i would prefer to not even go outside when its hotter than an oven outside LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckylou Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 I voted for March Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mFrame Posted February 8, 2012 Author Share Posted February 8, 2012 With 31 of 55 votes, April wins! We'll be scheduling the frag swap to coincide with the April Meeting (4/21/2012) at Patrick's (Subsea, owner of Castille Coral Ranch) place. One of our local cajuns, Patrick will be taking the opportunity to show us his place! In his words, "Bi-annual frag swap, monthly ARC meeting and crawfish boil. Sounds good to me. I would only ask people to bring an extension cord and a power strip for their needs. After the meeting I will open up the Jacuzi for those that care. It all sounds good to me. La bonne temps roulee, Patrick" Thanks for the generous offer Patrick, I'm sure it'll be an event to remember! I'll be bringing at least one plastic table, chairs, and my portable canopy. If others bring what they have we should have plenty of display place. Chime in if you want me to bring the ARC frag tank to setup for those without travel equipment to display frags in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaarrrggg Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 Sweet! I've never actually been to a frag swap. Is buying frags allowed? I don't actually have anything to swap yet. Speaking of which; if someone would like to host a "how to frag" tutorial/meetup I'd be v interested in attending! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Jakedoza Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 Cool.. it should be fun. Sent from my SCH-I500 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 I've got no frags either. Will be there to buy and hopefully get some sea plants for my sump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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